BIOCB 6840

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BIOCB 6840
Computational Genetics and Genomics

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2023-2024.

Computational methods for analyzing genetic and genomic data. Topics include sequence alignment, hidden Markov Models for discovering sequence features, motif finding using Gibbs sampling, phylogenetic tree reconstruction, inferring haplotypes, and local and global ancestry inference. Prior knowledge of biology is not necessary to complete this course.

When Offered Fall.

Prerequisites/Corequisites Prerequisite: BTRY 3010 and CS 2110 or equivalents.

Distribution Category (OPHLS-AG)

Outcomes
  • Understand computational algorithms used for the analysis of genetic and genomic data
  • Formulate computational approaches for solving problems in computational genomics
  • Understand challenges and limitations in inference methods used in computational genetics and genomics

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Syllabi:

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: BIOCB 4840, CS 4775

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 11408 BIOCB 6840   LEC 001

    • TR Warren Hall 175
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023

    • Kim, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    BTRY 3010 and CS 2110 or equivalents.

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  • 11409 BIOCB 6840   DIS 201

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    • F Warren Hall 175
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023

    • Kim, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person