COMP 381: Bioinformatics

Course Information

General Information

Credit Hours

• 3

Prerequisites

• BIOL 101: General Biology I (or equivalent)

• BIOL 102

About

Students will engage in the applications of computer-based tools and database searching to better understand DNA and protein structure, function, and evolution.

Description

This course is cross-listed with Biology. Students will engage in the applications of computer-based tools and database searching to better understand DNA and protein structure, function, and evolution.

Outcome

Students will be able to apply their understanding of genetic and evolutionary processes to the appropriate use of computer software and manipulation of large databases to accurately predict structural, informational, functional, and evolutionary characteristics of DNA and protein sequences.

Syllabi

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