Class Details

BIOL 6B
Cell and Molecular Biology

Course Description

This course is an introduction to cellular structure and function, biological molecules, bioenergetics, molecular genetics, and cell proliferation. The laboratory includes extensive hands-on experimentation in molecular biology.

Class Details

Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-01-05 to 2026-03-27.
Footnote:
BIOL 006B.01Y: This is a HYBRID course which meets on-campus and online. This class meets each week on-campus and online as noted in the class listing. Masking is required in the in- person portion of the course. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning

Class Materials

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Course Details

Units

6 Units

Hours

• Weekly Lecture Hours: 4
• Weekly Lab Hours: 6

Program Status

Program Applicable

Credit

Credit - Degree Applicable

Grading Method

Letter Grading

Requisite and Advisory

Advisory

ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL D005.

Intermediate algebra or equivalent (or higher), or appropriate placement beyond intermediate algebra

Prerequisite

BIOL D006A or BIOL D06AH