Sequence Analysis and Genomics, Post-Master’s Certificate

Post-Master's Certificate in Sequence Analysis and Genomics

The field of bioinformatics is continually expanding and challenging our ability to bridge the gap between molecular biology and computer technology. Specifically, the revolution in sequencing technology has resulted in vast quantities of data that require storage and analysis. The analysis of nucleic acid and protein data requires specialized bioinformatics tools and an understanding of genomics. The emerging sequencing technologies and accompanying bioinformatics tools will advance personalized medicine, pharmacogenomics, and molecular diagnostics methods. The advancement of these tools will open new avenues of research on many fronts.

This certificate is targeted at scientists who already have grounding in biochemistry, molecular biology, and cell biology, and do not need advanced computer skills. It introduces students to the foundations of bioinformatics through the core bioinformatics courses, and then the students take upper-level courses that are required for understanding and performing sequence and genomic analysis. The program is offered both online and onsite.

Admissions Criteria for all Advanced Academic Programs

PROGRAM-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

Applicants to this program must have a master’s or doctoral degree in the biological sciences or engineering from an accredited institution, as well as:

• One semester of biochemistry or equivalent
• One semester of molecular biology or equivalent

Course List

Code	Title	Credits
Core Courses - Required:
AS.410.633	Introduction to Bioinformatics	4
AS.410.634	Practical Computer Concepts for Bioinformatics	4
AS.410.635	Bioinformatics: Tools for Genome Analysis	4
or AS.410.666	Next Generation DNA Sequencing and Analysis
Elective Courses
Select two of the following:		8
AS.410.635	Bioinformatics: Tools for Genome Analysis
AS.410.639	Protein Bioinformatics
AS.410.640	Molecular Phylogenetic Techniques
AS.410.645	Biostatistics
AS.410.666	Next Generation DNA Sequencing and Analysis
AS.410.671	Gene Expression Data Analysis and Visualization
AS.410.709	Cancer Genomics
AS.410.712	Advanced Practical Computer Concepts for Bioinformatics
AS.410.713	Advanced Genomics and Genetics Analyses
AS.410.734	Practical Introduction to Metagenomics
AS.410.736	Genomic and Personalized Medicine
Total Credits		20

See course requirements in the Center for Biotechnology Education.