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Whether you are looking to break into the field or simply understand it better, this suite of science courses will give you the fundamental knowledge you need.

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Learn the science fundamentals you need to advance your career

Extension’s basic science courses will provide the knowledge and skills necessary to meet your goals. Explore courses in molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, immunology, microbiology, and more. Our online courses are comprehensive, yet flexible, to meet the needs of busy professionals.

Basic Science Courses

applied immunology course
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Analytical Chemistry

Course Number: CHEM-40004

Format: Online

Learn the principles of analytical chemistry and explore a wide range of common techniques and methods used in modern analytical laboratories.

  anatomy and physiology for allied health course
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Anatomy & Physiology for Allied Health

Course Number: FPM-40320

Format: Online

Develop an integrated understanding of human structure and function.

applied immunology course
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Applied Immunology

Course Number: BIOL-40371

Format: Online

Learn immunology fundamentals and new techniques and applications as they relate to medical diagnostics and biotechnology.

  introduction to biochemistry course
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Biochemistry

Course Number: BIOL-40357

Format: Online

Gain an introduction or refresher to biochemistry in this popular undergraduate-level course.

  introduction to biochemistry course
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Biostatistics

Course Number: BIOL-40049

Format: Online

Gain a refresher or introduction in the applications of statistical thinking and methods.

  cell and molecular biology course online
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Cell and Molecular Biology

Course Number: BIOL-40358

Format: Online

Gain an overview of modern cellular and molecular biology and its application in biotechnology.

  clinical chemistry course online
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Clinical Chemistry

Course Number: CHEM-40005

Format: Online

Discover how clinical chemists identify and quantify a variety of analytes in blood and bodily fluids using analytical techniques.

  clinical chemistry course online
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Exercise Physiology

Course Number: FPM-40432

Format: Online

This course provides the foundational information essential to a thorough understanding of the effects of exercise on human physiology in the field of Sports Medicine and Exercise Science.

  General Biology course online
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General Biology I

Course Number: BIOL-40360

Format: Online

Learn the principles and applications of biology in this undergraduate level course.

  online General Biology course
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General Biology II

Course Number: BIOL-40363

Format: Online

Continue learning the principles of biology including ecology, diversity and animal plant form and function.

  General Biology with lab course
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General Biology I w/ Lab

Course Number: BIOL-40348

Format: Online

Learn the principles and applications of biology in this undergraduate level course. Lab is included.

  Online General Biology course with lab
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General Biology II w/ Lab

Course Number: BIOL-40364

Format: Online

Continue learning the principles of biology including ecology, diversity and animal plant form and function. Lab included.

  Online General chemistry course
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General Chemistry I

Course Number: CHEM-40006

Format: Online

Gain an introduction to general chemistry and concepts that will be important to your future studies.

  Online General chemistry II course
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General Chemistry II

Course Number: CHEM-40008

Format: Online

This course is designed for biology, premedical, prenursing, preclinical and prehealth students.

  Online General chemistry course with lab
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General Chemistry I w/ Lab

Course Number: CHEM-40007

Format: Online

This foundational chemistry course include a hands on laboratory involving multi-day experiments that you perform at home.

  Online General chemistry course with lab
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General Chemistry II w/ Lab

Course Number: CHEM-40009

Format: Online

This course is designed for biology, premedical, prenursing, preclinical and prehealth students and includes a hands on laboratory involving multi-day experiments that the student performs at home.

  introduction to genetics and human disease course
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Genetics

Course Number: BIOL- 40338

Format: Online

This introductory genetics course explores inherited traits, their variation, and how traits are transmitted between generations.

  genetics counseling course
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Genetic Counseling

Course Number: BIOL-40359

Format: Online

Gain introductory, inter-disciplinary training that strengthens an understanding of the field of genetic counseling as a healthcare profession.

  human anatomy course
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Human Anatomy

Course Number: BIOL-40366

Format: Online

Learn fundamental principles of body structure at the cellular, tissue, organ, and system levels of organization.

  human anatomy course
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Human Growth & Development

Course Number: PSYC-40029

Format: Online

Get an introduction to the major theories, models, and research related to human development throughout all stages of the lifespan from birth to death.

  human physiology course
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Human Physiology

Course Number: BIOL-40352

Format: Online

Examine fundamental concepts of human physiology and how the human body works.

  human physiology course with lab
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Human Physiology w/ Lab

Course Number: BIOL-40368

Format: Online

Examine the fundamental concepts of human physiology and how the human body works. Lab Included.

  intro to clinical hematology course
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Introduction to Clinical Hematology

Course Number: PATH-40016

Format: Online

Aligned with LFS (Laboratory Field Services) guidelines, the course is designed for those needing a hematology prerequisite.

  introductory pharmacology course
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Introductory Pharmacology

Course Number: BIOL-40329

Format: Online

Learn fundamental principles of pharmacology and mechanisms of drug action.

  introduction to psychology
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Introduction to Psychology

Course Number: PSYC-40028

Format: Online

Gain an introduction or refresher to psychology in this undergraduate-level course.

  medical microbiology online course
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Medical Microbiology

Course Number: BIOL-40367

Format: Online

Introduces students to bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa and emphasizes host-microbe interactions and bacterial and viral pathogens.

  microbiology course
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Microbiology

Course Number: BIOL-40336

Format: Online

Explore the fundamental concepts and applications of microbiology. *no lab component.

  microbiology with lab course
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Microbiology w/ Lab

Course Number: BIOL-40335

Format: Online

This undergraduate-level microbiology course includes a laboratory component.

  microbiology with lab course
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Organic Chemistry I

Course Number: CHEM-40010

Format: Online

Get an introduction to organic chemistry with an emphasis on structure and bonding, stereochemistry, reaction mechanisms and chemical reactivity.