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Computational Biology Courses

Computational biology courses can help you learn genetic sequencing, protein structure prediction, and biological data analysis. You can build skills in algorithm development, statistical modeling, and data visualization techniques. Many courses introduce tools like Python, R, and bioinformatics software, that support analyzing complex biological datasets and simulating biological processes.

Popular Computational Biology Courses and Certifications


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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Computational Bayesian Statistics for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Data Science, Statistical Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Statistical Software, Statistical Analysis, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Computational Logic, Statistical Inference, Probability & Statistics, Machine Learning Methods, Computational Thinking

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Diseño de Actividades con PhET para la Educación STEM

    Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Mathematics Education, Design Reviews, Simulation and Simulation Software, Digital pedagogy, Interactive Design, User Feedback, Conceptual Design, Research and Design, Chemistry, Physics, Biology

    4.9
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    153 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Cyber-Physical Systems: Modeling and Simulation

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Design, Model Based Systems Engineering, Simulation and Simulation Software, Cyber Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Simulations, Network Model, Embedded Systems, Systems Analysis, Computational Logic, Digital Communications, Differential Equations

    4.6
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    56 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Yale University

    Introduction to Religions & Ecology

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Environment, Biology, Environment and Resource Management, Social Justice, Culture, Natural Resource Management, International Relations, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Life Sciences, Anthropology, World History, Intercultural Competence, Liberal Arts, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Diversity, European History, Climate Change Mitigation, Advocacy

    4.8
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    65 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidade Estadual de Campinas

    Escola 4.0 Educação e Cultura Maker no Contexto da Nova BNCC

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Computational Logic, Digital pedagogy, Robotics, Computer Programming Tools, Prototyping, Technical Design, Artificial Intelligence, Innovation, 3D Assets

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    108 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Engineering Genetic Circuits: Abstraction Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Markov Model, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Failure Analysis, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Biological Engineering, Process Modeling, Hazard Analysis, Simulations, Verification And Validation

    Build toward a degree

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Scrimba

    Learn Python

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File I/O, Data Structures, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Computational Logic, Software Engineering, Performance Tuning, Web Development, Performance Testing, Web Development Tools, Debugging, Software Development

    4.6
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Functional Programming Principles in Scala (Scala 2 version)

    Skills you'll gain: Scala Programming, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Functional Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Other Programming Languages, Object Oriented Design, Computational Logic, Command-Line Interface

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    66 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Python: de cero a usuario

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Jupyter, Software Installation, Python Programming, Computational Thinking, Mac OS, Programming Principles, Cross Platform Development, Software Documentation

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    74 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    The Fundamentals of Computing Capstone Exam

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Python Programming

    4.8
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    116 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Nanjing University

    计算机系统基础(一) :程序的表示、转换与链接

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Computer Systems, Computer Architecture, Microarchitecture, System Programming, System Software, Computational Logic, Programming Principles, Hardware Architecture, Data Storage, Operating Systems, Secure Coding, Data Structures, Application Security, Memory Management, Exploit development

    4.7
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    59 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    算法设计与分析 Design and Analysis of Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Pseudocode, Theoretical Computer Science, Mathematical Modeling, Combinatorics, Computational Thinking, Applied Mathematics, Graph Theory, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Network Routing, Bioinformatics, Design Strategies, Model Optimization

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular computational biology courses

  • Computational Bayesian Statistics for Data Science: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Diseño de Actividades con PhET para la Educación STEM: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Cyber-Physical Systems: Modeling and Simulation: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Introduction to Religions & Ecology: Yale University
  • Escola 4.0 Educação e Cultura Maker no Contexto da Nova BNCC: Universidade Estadual de Campinas
  • Engineering Genetic Circuits: Abstraction Methods: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Learn Python: Scrimba
  • Functional Programming Principles in Scala (Scala 2 version): École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Python: de cero a usuario: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • The Fundamentals of Computing Capstone Exam: Rice University

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