Life Science Courses For College Students

Students apply laboratory techniques commonly used in biological research. Students will perform aseptic and molecular biology techniques to culture, label, and image mammalian cells.

Explore the emerging technologies and applications of MedTech devices using computer-aided design, 3-D printing, and material testing. Students will design, build, and test a MedTech device.

Learn how biologists use viruses in the development of therapeutics and vaccines. Students will perform hands-on molecular biology techniques to analyze the effects of viral infections on protein synthesis.

This 1-day course introduces the fundamental principles, sample preparation, experimental controls, and data analysis of flow cytometry. Trainees have a one-of-a-kind opportunity to receive a digital credential through UCI.

In this hybrid program, students will dive into the exciting field of biosensing technology. Explore the fundamentals of sensors and signals, discover how biology and engineering come together to advance our understanding of the human body, and apply engineering principles to design creative, practical solutions for real-world biomedical challenges.

This hybrid course provides hands-on training industry-standard knowledge and skills in bacterial cloning, genomic and plasmid DNA isolation, PCR, restriction digest, and gel electrophoresis as well as experimental design and execution. Students will learn classic techniques as well as cutting-edge technologies to edit cellular genome. 

Prerequisite Molecular Biology 1

This hybrid course consists of a weekly asynchronous module that prepares students for the in-person laboratory activities. Students will acquire and demonstrate knowledge and skills in PCR, gel electrophoresis, protein purification, quantification, experimental design, and execution.

Prerequisite Molecular Biology 1

Students will dive deeper into experimental design and execution with a focus on cutting-edge techniques in the field of cancer immunotherapy. Building on the foundational skills acquired in Molecular Biology 1, students will explore the mechanisms of how immune cells can be engineered to target and destroy cancer cells.

Prerequisite Molecular Biology 1 & 2

Students will learn cell culture and molecular biology techniques that are performed in research and development immuno-oncology laboratories. This experience will offer the next step in training by providing meaningful skill development in a hands-on research project.