BIO 664
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Bioinformatics and Data Analysis
Course Description
Bioinformatics skills have become critical for biological research. This course is intended to introduce students to bioinformatics. Students will be introduced to the Linux operating system and gain skills in employing it in research. They will also learn computer-programming skills using the Python language. Students will acquire the skills to perform data manipulations and simple analyses on biological datasets.
When Taught
Fall Even Years
Min
4
Fixed/Max
4
Fixed
3
Fixed
1
Title
Execute Basic Linux Commands
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to navigate the Linux operating system using a command line terminal and manipulate data files using basic commands.
Title
Manipulate Biological Data Via Computer Programming
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to create computer scripts in the Python programming language to manipulate biological data stored in diverse file formats.
