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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


  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Big Stuff: Evolution and Ecology

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Life Sciences, Biology, Environmental Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Sustainable Development, Social Studies, Economics

    ★ 4.6 (48) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Genetic Epidemiology Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Statistical Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Data Quality, Statistical Modeling, Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Molecular Biology, Statistical Methods, Regression Analysis, Data Validation, Data Cleansing

    ★ 4.5 (51) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Non-Equilibrium Applications of Statistical Thermodynamics

    Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Thermal Management, Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, Analytical Chemistry, Engineering Calculations, Numerical Analysis, Differential Equations, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Energy and Utilities

    ★ 4.4 (83) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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    Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

    Introduction to Complexity Science

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Engineering, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Social Studies, Quantitative Research, Sustainable Development, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Simulation and Simulation Software, Agentic systems, Systems Analysis, Computational Thinking, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Graph Theory, Epidemiology, Jupyter

    ★ 4.7 (35) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • G

    Google

    Functions and Conditional Statements

    Skills you'll gain: Code Reusability, Computational Logic, Scripting Languages, Functional Design, Computer Programming

    ★ 4.9 (38) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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  • A

    American Museum of Natural History

    Virology and Epidemiology in the Time of COVID-19

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Social Determinants Of Health, Infectious Diseases, Immunology, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Socioeconomics, Public Health, Pathology, Microbiology, Mathematical Modeling, Molecular Biology, Biology, Taxonomy, Cell Biology, Diagnostic Tests, Clinical Trials

    ★ 4.8 (57) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    University of Cambridge

    The neuropsychology of decision making

    Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Psychology, Neurology, Decision Intelligence, Psychiatry, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Child Development, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Anatomy, Physiology, Biology

    ★ 4.4 (41) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • L

    L&T EduTech

    VLSI Chip Design and Simulation with Electric VLSI EDA Tool

    Skills you'll gain: Electronic Systems, Electronic Hardware, Electronics, Hardware Design, Electronics Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Microarchitecture, Electrical Engineering, Computer Architecture, Schematic Diagrams, Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Diagram Design, Low Voltage, Simulation and Simulation Software, Computational Logic, Verification And Validation, Software Installation

    ★ 4.5 (44) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    SRS Documents: Requirements and Diagrammatic Notations

    Skills you'll gain: Software Design Documents, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), User Requirements Documents, Functional Requirement, Software Documentation, Diagram Design, Unified Modeling Language, Functional Specification, Requirements Analysis, System Requirements, Technical Documentation, Data Modeling, Systems Analysis, Security Requirements Analysis, Process Modeling, Computational Logic

    ★ 4.3 (59) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Abstraction, Problem Decomposition, and Functions

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Code Reusability, Data Storage

    ★ 4.6 (37) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • 2

    28DIGITAL

    Quantitative Model Checking

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Markov Model, Verification And Validation, Theoretical Computer Science, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Analysis, Software Testing, Statistical Modeling, Process Modeling, Probability, Algorithms, Probability Distribution, Applied Mathematics

    ★ 4.3 (54) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Ecosystems of California

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Monitoring, Data Collection, Environment, Scientific Methods, Land Management, Environmental Resource Management, Biology, Life Sciences, Hydrology, Environmental Issue, Water Resource Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Ancient History

    ★ 4.7 (55) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • The Big Stuff: Evolution and Ecology: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Genetic Epidemiology Foundations: University of Colorado System
  • Non-Equilibrium Applications of Statistical Thermodynamics: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to Complexity Science: Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
  • Functions and Conditional Statements: Google
  • Virology and Epidemiology in the Time of COVID-19: American Museum of Natural History
  • The neuropsychology of decision making: University of Cambridge
  • VLSI Chip Design and Simulation with Electric VLSI EDA Tool: L&T EduTech
  • SRS Documents: Requirements and Diagrammatic Notations: University of Colorado System
  • Abstraction, Problem Decomposition, and Functions: University of Colorado System

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