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FOR COMPUTER PROFESSIONALS
Bioinformatics: Quantitative and Computational Methods
This professional sequence has been discontinued. Applications for entry into the program will not be accepted. For all questions, call (510) 642-4151 or e-mail course@unex.berkeley.edu.
The field of bioinformatics is a complex hybrid of two distinct scientific
disciplines—computer
technology and life sciences—focusing on computer-based algorithms, analysis, and the
processing of
genetic information. This professional sequence is designed to provide an understanding of
bioinformatics to computer professionals. Upon completion of the coursework you should
- possess a basic understanding of cells and major cellular components, DNA, and proteins
- possess a well-grounded knowledge of basic sequence analysis techniques used in
bioinformatics
- understand fundamental algorithms in biomolecular sequence analysis
- understand the inner workings of key algorithms in microarray data analysis and
visualization
This sequence is designed for computational scientists, research scientists, computer engineers,
developers, and programmers; and biologists, molecular biologists, and other life scientists with
a
strong background and interest in computing, and who would like to explore this new
information
science in which computers help to simulate, visualize, and analyze genetic and biological
information.
Requirements
The professional sequence is composed of three 2-semester unit/30-hour credit courses and one
0.7 ceu course, for a total of 97 hours (6 semester units and 0.7 ceu). All coursework must be
completed within two years, with a minimum grade point average of 2.5 and no grade lower than
a C in any one class. A certificate is awarded on successful completion of the course sequence.
There are no substitutions or waivers.
Required courses
Introduction to Computational Biology and Bioinformatics for Technical Professionals (0.7 ceu)
Data Analysis for Biological Sequences
X405
Algorithms in Biomolecular Sequence Analysis
X406
Algorithms in Microarray Data Analysis
X407
Further Information
If you have questions about this sequence, call (510) 642-4151 or e-mail
.
Contact:
Professional Sequence in Bioinformatics: Quantitative and Computational Methods
UC Berkeley Extension
1995 University Avenue
Suite 110
Berkeley, CA 94704-7000
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