Computational Biology

Certificate of Achievement

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Computational Biology uses data analysis, mathematical modeling, and computational simulation techniques to understand complex biological systems. The Computational Biology certificate provides coursework designed to train students entering careers that require the interpretation and analysis of large amounts of biological data. The objective of the certificate is to acquire skills in computer science, biology and statistics that can be applied to bioinformatics. Students may also wish to obtain the Associate of Arts in Computational Biology degree, which can be used to transfer to a university for a BA/ BS degree in Computational Biology, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, or related field.

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities for students with a Certificate of Achievement in Computational Biology may include employment with pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, academic research and scientific software companies.

Required Core: (21 units) Units

Course	Units
BIO 1C (Cell and Molecular Biology)	5
BIO 2A (Bioinformatics)	4
CHEM 1A (General College Chemistry I)	5
CS 7 (Introduction to Computer Programming Concepts)	3
MATH 40 (Statistics and Probability)	4

 

List A: Select One (5 units)

Course	Units
BIO 1A (General Botany)	5
BIO 1B (General Zoology)	5

 

Units

Units Category	Units
Total Units	26