Molecular Biology Laboratory Techniques

Learning both fundamental and advanced-level molecular biology techniques, high school and college students have a one-of-a-kind opportunity to receive a digital credential through UCI.

About this Event

Molecular biology methods are used extensively in modern-day drug discovery, research and development, and diagnostics. This hands-on training course is intended for participants with some scientific background who are seeking basic and advanced-level molecular biology training. High school and college students have a one-of-a-kind opportunity to receive a digital credential through UCI.

This 2-week course provides hands-on training in best practices in the standard molecular biology techniques performed in biomanufacturing, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology laboratories. Participants will acquire and demonstrate industry-standard knowledge and skills in bacterial cloning, genomic and plasmid DNA isolation, PCR, restriction digest, gel electrophoresis, protein purification, and quantification, as well as experimental design and execution.

Attendees will benefit from having hands-on laboratory experience in a state-of-the-art industry laboratory at University Lab Partners, as well as from interacting closely with fellow students over a 2-week period.

Class size is limited to 6 students to ensure low student-instructor ratios, social distancing, and a rich educational experience. This is an in-person course.

Financial-need scholarship opportunities are available by application. Please complete the form here.

Prerequisites:

• Background knowledge of biology and high-level familiarity with structure and functions of cells is expected.
• Deep interest in pursuing academic research opportunities and/or career in biotechnology.
• If you are in high school, you must have successfully completed Biology AP or Chemistry AP.

Course Schedule:

November 8, 2021 - November 19, 2021 (2-weeks)

Mondays through Fridays (3 1/2 hours per day).

4:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Tuition $1,990 includes all laboratory materials and light snacks are provided each day.

For questions or more information, please contact info@universitylabpartners.org

Upon the completion and meeting all the educational objectives of this course, you may become eligible to claim an alternative digital credential through UCI Department of Continuing Education, if you demonstrate competencies that meet the earning criteria.

Internship opportunities may also be available with ULP resident companies upon successful completion and instructor recommendation.

Registration, Cancellation, Withdraw & Refund Policies

• All sessions are subject to cancellation or change.
• Registration and payment are required for all course unless noted otherwise
• If a session is full and you are placed on a waitlist, please wait to be contacted prior to attending the course.
• Enrollment fees are not prorated for missed classes.
• If you wish to withdraw or request a refund, please email linda@universitylabpartners.org
• Withdrawal requests are processed with a 15% withdrawal fee and processing fee per transaction. 
• All withdrawal requests must be received in writing at least 14 days before the first day of the session and are subject to withdrawal and processing fees.
• Withdraws/Refunds are not available once the session begins.
• If a participant misses a class session, no credit or make-up sessions will be available.
• Requests must be received 14 days prior to the start of the session. Refund requests received on or after the start date are not eligible for a refund.

Refunds

• Credit Card transactions: will be refunded to the original card used.
• Cash and Check transactions: will be refunded by check. Please allow two to three weeks.
• User Account Credit: User account credit may be offered to a customer in lieu of a refund. User account credit balances, upon written customer request, may be refunded to a customer at any time.