Certificate of Undergraduate Study in Bioinformatics

Location(s): Glassboro Campus

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The Certificate of Undergraduate Study (CUGS) in Bioinformatics provides a sequence of courses on handling and understanding big biological data, enabling students to pursue advanced bioinformatics or other biomedical programs. This CUGS provides the specialization in bioinformatics: 1). Expand the knowledge base and expertise of students in the life and information sciences. 2). Develop skill sets required for bioinformatics and computational biology work. 3). Encourage hands-on research experience, allowing students to perform novel research in bioinformatics.

Program Requirements

Required Courses:

The requirements include the following four courses:

STAT 02284 - Statistics for the Biomedical Sciences Credits: 3
or
STAT 02280 - Biometry Credits: 4
CS 04215 - Computer Laboratory Techniques Credits: 3
BINF 07310 - Introduction to Bioinformatics Credits: 3
BINF 05355 - Bioinformatics: Biological Applications Credits: 3

Total Required Credits for the Program: 12/13 s.h.

To be awarded the CUGS in Bioinformatics, students must complete all courses required for the CUGS in Bioinformatics with at least a 2.0 average. The interdisciplinary nature makes this CUGS suited for students majoring in Biomedical and Translational Sciences, Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Mathematics, Computer science, and other science and engineering.

Advisor
Benjamin Carone
Science Hall 256D
856.256.4500 ext. 53587
carone@rowan.edu