BIOL 173 - Introduction to Genomics and BioinformaticsSemester Hours: 4
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Large-scale, genome-wide studies produce vast amounts of biological data (e.g., DNA and protein sequences, 3-D structures, and changes in gene expression). The fields of genomics and bioinformatics focus on how these data are stored, accessed, manipulated, and most importantly, on how they are used to answer biological questions. In this course, students will learn how genome-scale data are generated and analyzed using bioinformatics tools and databases. The applications of genome-wide data to fields such as medicine, evolution, molecular biology, and genetics will also be stressed. Groups of students will work on independent projects throughout the semester and will be expected to present the results of their projects orally.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
BIO 015 or one Laboratory Skills course (BIOL 126, 127, 128, or 129), BIO 137 or BIOL 123, and BIOL 122 or BIO 135. Fulfills one of the two upper-level lab courses required for a biology major.
Credit for either BIOL 173 or BIO 173. (Formerly BIO 173)
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