GEN 711 (M1) - Genomics and Bioinformatics

Genomics and Bioinformatics

Manchester   Life Sciences & Agriculture :: Genetics
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Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2019 - UNHM Credit (15 weeks) (08/26/2019 - 12/16/2019)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Class Size:   20  
CRN: 15845
Methods, applications, and implications of genomics--the analysis of whole genomes. Medical, ethical and legal implications of genomic data. Computer lab provides exposure and experience in a range of bioinformatics approaches used in genome analysis. Prereq: GEN 604. Computer Lab.
Section Comments: Asynchronous online course
Equivalent(s): BCHM 711, GEN 711W, MICR 711
Only listed campus in section: Durham, Manchester
Attributes: Online (no campus visits), EUNH
Instructors: STAFF

Times & Locations

Start Date End Date Days Time Location
8/26/2019 12/16/2019 Hours Arranged ONLINE
Additional Course Details: 

This lecture course runs in an asynchronous format. There are no online meetings, rather, modules are completed with assignments due online weekly.  You will need a reliable internet connection for this course and the ability to successfully navigate various online websites and animations. A laptop or desktop computer is needed to successfully complete the asynchronous work in this class. A tablet device or phone is insufficient to complete the work.  There is a co-requisite lab that meets online synchronously weekly using the tool Zoom  (audio and video capability required).

The required text for this course is Introduction to Genomics by Arthur M. Lesk, 3rd Edition, ISBN 9780198754831. There are questions from the text assigned in this course. Students are encouraged to search for used copies and may opt to rent a copy for lower cost. All efforts are made to limit textbook costs for students while providing access to the best learning resources. Students will want access to their own copy of the text as it is used heavily in the course.

Booklist

The required text for this course is Introduction to Genomics by Arthur M. Lesk, 3rd Edition, ISBN 9780198754831. There are questions from the text assigned in this course. Students are encouraged to search for used copies and may opt to rent a copy for lower cost. All efforts are made to limit textbook costs for students while providing access to the best learning resources. Students will want access to their own copy of the text as it is used heavily in the course.