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CS 594 — Algorithms in Bioinformatics
(dt. Algorithmische Bioinformatik)
Level, degree of commitment | Specialization module, depends on importing study program |
Forms of teaching and learning, workload |
Lecture (2 SWS), recitation class (2 SWS), 180 hours (60 h attendance, 120 h private study) |
Credit points, formal requirements |
6 CP Course requirement(s): Successful completion of at least 50 percent of the points from the weekly exercises as well as at least 2 presentations of the tasks. Examination type: Written or oral examination |
Language, Grading |
German,The grading is done with 0 to 15 points according to the examination regulations for the degree program M.Sc. Computer Science. |
Origin | M.Sc. Computer Science |
Duration, frequency |
One semester, Regelmäßig alle 2 Semester |
Person in charge of the module's outline | Prof. Dr. Alfred Ultsch |
Contents
- Biological basics
- DNA analysis and gene detection
- Microarray techniques and analysis
- Visualization and dimension reduction
- Genes Ontologies
- overrepresentation analysis
- Micro-RNAs and their functions
- Knowledge discovery in biological knowledge bases
Qualification Goals
The students shall
- understand basic questions and goals in bioinformatics,
- know the basic concepts of DNA and protein modelling,
- acquire knowledge of the algorithmic basics of bioinformatic applications,
- understand and apply methods of knowledge discovery in biological databases,
- practice scientific working methods (recognizing, formulating, solving problems, training the ability to abstract),
- practice oral communication skills in the exercises by practicing free speech in front of an audience.
Prerequisites
None. Basic knowledge in the scope of the module Introduction to Computer Science is recommended. Biological basics will be recapitulated, therefore no previous knowledge is required.
Applicability
The module can be attended at FB12 in study program(s)
- B.Sc. Data Science
- B.Sc. Computer Science
- M.Sc. Data Science
- M.Sc. Computer Science
- M.Sc. Mathematics
When studying M.Sc. Computer Science, this module can be attended in the study area Specialization Modules in Computer Science.
The module can also be used in other study programs (export module).
The module is assigned to Practical Computer Science. Further information on eligibility can be found in the description of the study area.
Recommended Reading
- J. Xiong. Essential Bioinformatics. Cambridge University Press, 2006.
- W. W. Cohen. A Computer Scientist’s Guide to Cell Biology. Springer-Verlag, 2007.
- N. Cristianini, M.W. Hahn. Introduction to Computational Genomics – A case studies approach. Cambridge press, 2007.
- F. J. Burkowski. Structural Bioinformatics – An algorithmic approach. Chapman & Hall, CRC, 2009..
Please note:
This page describes a module according to the latest valid module guide in Winter semester 2020/21. Most rules valid for a module are not covered by the examination regulations and can therefore be updated on a semesterly basis. The following versions are available in the online module guide:
- Winter 2016/17
- Summer 2018
- Winter 2018/19
- Winter 2019/20
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- Summer 2021
- Winter 2021/22
- Winter 2022/23
- Winter 2023/24
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