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BIOT 487

Techniques in “-omics” research

Catalog2026-2027
Credits3 units
LevelUpper Division
Standard

Overview

Description

Survey of cutting-edge -omics approaches; hands-on analysis of datasets generated by these approaches; how these techniques are used in various disciplines.

Requirements

Prerequisites

  • Juniors or Senior Standing.

Recommended Preparation

BCH 405BCH 605NS 105BIOL 475BIOL 675NS 479
Original catalog text

Prerequisites

Juniors or Senior Standing.

Recommended Preparation

BCH 405/BCH 605; NS 105 or BIOL 475/BIOL 675 or NS 479

Units

Lecture3

Catalog Details

Offering

Offered: Every Spring

Terms

spring

Restrictions

Juniors or Senior Standing.

Attributes

Standard

Learning Outcomes

  • articulate an understanding of the “‘omics-based” technologies.
  • explain how omics-based approaches can be applied to address specific research questions in specific disciplines and distinguish between research questions that are and are not appropriate for such an approach.
  • manipulate datasets generated through omics analysis using the appropriate computational algorithms.
  • critically evaluate the approach of other researchers and comment on strengths and weaknesses.
  • articulate how omics-based approaches have transformed society through advancements in science.