Life Sciences
Genomics and Bioinformatics
Module code: C7120
Level 6
15 credits in spring semester
Teaching method: Lecture, Class, Workshop, Practical, Seminar
Assessment modes: Coursework, Computer based exam
This module will introduce you to the common types of genomic and proteomic data, stored in biological databases and available to life science researchers.
Working in small groups, you will learn how to access these data and how to use web-based tools to answer interesting biological questions.
You will learn:
- how to manipulate and analyse DNA and protein sequences
- how to model and analyse protein structures
- how to identify and interpret protein-protein interaction and pathway data.
You will also explore the general principles that underlie common bioinformatics and genomics methods. This will enable you to critically evaluate your results.
By the end of the module you will be confident in using a wide range of bioinformatics and genomic web-based resources.
Module learning outcomes
- Access, manipulate and analyse biological data from public databases using web-based tools to initiate and carry out independent projects
- Critically evaluate bioinformatics data to demonstrate how links can be made between genes and proteins involved in disease processes.
- Demonstrate a systematic understanding of bioinformatic and genomics methods for the analysis of genomic, transciptomic and proteomic data
- Extract data and information from multiple sources to construct and present a short talk.