Computational Molecular Biology

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Overview

Subject area

BIOL

Catalog Number

42500

Course Title

Computational Molecular Biology

Description

An introduction to the interdisciplinary field of computational molecular biology. Students are taught the scope and methods of in silico biology, i.e., the application of computational and statistical methods to solving problems in molecular biology. Topics will include homology searching, sequence alignment, molecular phylogenetics, comparative genomics, analysis of gene expression, and predication of macromolecular structures. The course will be taught using a mixed format of lectures and hands-on workshops in a UNIX computer laboratory setting.Knowledge and skills in molecular biology, UNIX programming, and statistics are essential for success in this core course required for bioinformatics-concentration students from all majors.

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Undergraduate

Liberal Arts

Yes

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Requisites

035908

Course Schedule