BIOINFORMATICS
BIO5INF
2014
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this unit students will be introduced to the ever expanding field of bioinformatics. Students will learn how to locate, use and apply commonly available bioinformatic software programs to address biological problems. Students will also be introduced to molecular modeling software used to solve biological problems. This unit requires no prior experience in bioinformatics
Faculty: Faculty of Science, Tech & Engineering
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Suresh Mathivanan
Available to Study Abroad Students: Yes
Subject year level: Year Level 5 - Masters
Exchange Students: Yes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: Admission into SMBB or SMBT or SPBB or SZBTBA or SMNT.
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: N/A
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Special conditions: N/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Understanding Bioinformatics | Recommended | Zvelebil, M and Baum, J.O. | GARLAND SCIENCE |
Melbourne, 2014, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Suresh Mathivanan
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 42
Twelve 1.0 hours lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 42 and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 42
Twelve 2.0 hours workshop per study period on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 42 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| Class participation | 10 | |
| One 2-hour exam | 50 | |
| One 500-word assignment | 10 | |
| Practical reports equivalent to 1,500 words | 30 |