2011-2013 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog (with addenda) 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
2011-2013 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog (with addenda) [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Bioinformatics (Online) Graduate Certificate


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Bioinformatics


Emerging from unprecedented investigations into biological phenomena over the past decades, the in-demand field of bioinformatics organizes and translates vast streams of data from living organisms generated by the Human Genome Project and other more recent studies. Students seeking a role as an expert in bioinformatics will need to thoroughly appreciate biology, chemistry, computer science, and statistics. This online graduate certificate prepares students to join a talented cadre of creative specialists in the fast-paced pharmaceutical, biotechnology, alternative energy, and agriculture industries.

Requirements


The Certificate in Bioinformatics requires five 3-credit courses. Students must take one basic core course, three core courses, plus one elective. Students must maintain a GPA of 3.0 in all required core courses to receive the certificate.

Basic Core Courses (Choose 1)


For students with CS or similar background

Basic Core Courses (Choose 1)


For students with chemistry, biology or similar background

Minimum Total: 15 Credits


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