Bioinformatics, which combines biology, computer science, and artificial intelligence, is a rapidly growing discipline in biological research and computer science research. Bioinformatics arose out of a need to rapidly expand and critique large volumes of biological data, especially in the area of genomics. Modern biological and biomedical research involves a significant informatics component.
The Bioinformatics Certificate provides undergraduate students who have backgrounds in biology or computer science with the background in bioinformatics that is needed to find employment in industries that employ persons with bioinformatics experience or in order to participate in research projects that use bioinformatics.
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Admission to the Certificate
To be admitted to this certificate, students are expected to complete the following introductory-level courses with a C (2.0) or better prior to beginning the bioinformatics certificate:
- Biology: PBIO 1140 or BIOS 1700
- Computer Science: CS 2400
- Mathematics: MATH 2301
To apply, use the Application for Update of Academic Program- Russ College form to add a certificate.
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Courses & Curriculum
In the Bioinformatics Certificate , students study genetics, statistics, and computer science and complete a bioinformatics capstone experience. The certificate requires a minimum of 27 hours.
View Certificate Requirements in the Official Academic Catalog
Careers in Bioinformatics
Contact Us
If you have questions or would like more information about the Bioinformatics Certificate, contact Dr. Lonnie Welch .
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