In this course, we will explore the smaller side of biology: molecular biology. We’ll cover basic topics including cell biology and how cells can go “rogue” and turn into cancer, how energy from the sun is transferred to fuel our bodies, basics of genetics and inheritance, and genetic technologies. At the end of this course, we will discuss ethical and moral implications of several exciting and new genetic technologies.
The Little Stuff: Energy, Cells, and Genetics
The Little Stuff: Energy, Cells, and Genetics
This course is part of Biology Everywhere Specialization
Instructor: Melanie Peffer
Access provided by Abu Dhabi National Oil Company
11,417 already enrolled
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
122 reviews
Beginner level
No prior experience required
1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
Explain how the body maintains control of cells and how loss of control can lead to cancer.
Describe how energy is passed through the biosphere and why (most) of life is dependent on the sun.
Explain the basics of genetics, including epigenetics, and how each relates to our phenotype.
Describe at least three different genetic technologies currently impact society and give pro and against arguments for each.
Details to know
Shareable certificate
Add to your LinkedIn profile
Taught in English
See how employees at top companies are mastering in-demand skills
Build your subject-matter expertise
This course is part of the Biology Everywhere Specialization
When you enroll in this course, you'll also be enrolled in this Specialization.
- Learn new concepts from industry experts
- Gain a foundational understanding of a subject or tool
- Develop job-relevant skills with hands-on projects
- Earn a shareable career certificate
There are 4 modules in this course
Earn a career certificate
Add this credential to your LinkedIn profile, resume, or CV. Share it on social media and in your performance review.
Instructor
Instructor ratings
(31 ratings)Offered by
Why people choose Coursera for their career
Felipe M.
Learner since 2018
"To be able to take courses at my own pace and rhythm has been an amazing experience. I can learn whenever it fits my schedule and mood."
Jennifer J.
Learner since 2020
"I directly applied the concepts and skills I learned from my courses to an exciting new project at work."
Larry W.
Learner since 2021
"When I need courses on topics that my university doesn't offer, Coursera is one of the best places to go."
Chaitanya A.
"Learning isn't just about being better at your job: it's so much more than that. Coursera allows me to learn without limits."
Learner reviews
- 5 stars
80.32%
- 4 stars
11.47%
- 3 stars
4.91%
- 2 stars
1.63%
- 1 star
1.63%
Showing 3 of 122
SU
Reviewed on Oct 20, 2021
the course was thoroughly awesome and it covered almost all the basics of biology at initial stage.
LL
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2021
I have learned a lot from this course and I definitely recommend !!
TC
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2022
This course has helped me understand more about genetics and the certificate earned would help in the future when finding a job.
Explore more from Health
University of Colorado Boulder
University of Colorado Boulder
University of Colorado Boulder
¹ Some assignments in this course are AI-graded. For these assignments, your data will be used in accordance with Coursera's Privacy Notice.