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CS92PROD
Bioinformatics Programming
BIOL 265
Spring 2009
Section: 01  
Crosslisting: MB&B 265, CHEM 265, COMP 265

This course is an introduction to bioinformatics and programming for students with interest in the life sciences. The course introduces problem areas and conceptual frameworks in bioinformatics. The course assumes little or no prior programming experience and will introduce the fundamental concepts and mechanisms of computer programs using a language (Python) and examples (sequence matching and manipulation, database access, output parsing, dynamic programming, etc.) frequently encountered in the field of bioinformatics. The course has the same programming experience as COMP112; this course has an additional weekly presentation and discussion of concepts in bioinformatics.

Essential Capabilities: Logical Reasoning
This course develops skills in organizing and implementing logical structures.
Credit: 1.25 Gen Ed Area Dept: None
Course Format: Lecture / DiscussionGrading Mode: Graded
Level: UGRD Prerequisites: [MB&B181 or BIOL181] OR [MB&B195 or BIOL195]
Fulfills a Major Requirement for: (BIOL)(CADS)(CIS)(DATA-MN)(IDEA-MN)(IDEA)(IDEA-Biomedical)(INFO-MN)(MATH)(MB&B)(MOBI-MN)(NS&B)(STS)
Past Enrollment Probability: Not Available

Last Updated on APR-18-2024
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