University General Course Catalog 2026-2027 
    
    Oct 24, 2026  
University General Course Catalog 2026-2027

CS 461 - Statistical Methods in Bioinformatics

(3 units)
Study and apply computational methods commonly used in biomedical research. Understand different types of biomedical data and appropriate computational and statistical approaches. Advanced topics in sequencing data analysis.

Prerequisite(s): CS 365  with a “C” or better or STAT 352  with a “C” or better.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. identify, formulate, analyze, and solve complex computing or engineering problems by applying principles of computing, engineering, science, and mathematics.
2. develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.


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