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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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    Universitat de Barcelona

    Molecular Tumor Board 2021-22

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Oncology, Patient Education And Counseling, Molecular Biology, Pathology, Diagnostic Tests, Clinical Practices, Pharmacology, Clinical Data Management, Immunology, Clinical Research, Patient Treatment

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Dartmouth College

    Experiments and Variations in Bipedalism

    Skills you'll gain: Anthropology, Kinesiology, Anatomy, Human Musculoskeletal System, Human Development, Child Development, Orthopedics, Biology, Cultural Diversity, 3D Modeling

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    AI & Machine Learning: Apply, Build & Solve

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Bayesian Network, Applied Machine Learning, Computational Logic, Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Bayesian Statistics, Artificial Neural Networks, Reinforcement Learning, Markov Model, Algorithms, Probability & Statistics, Decision Making

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    z/Architecture Assembler Language Pt 2: Machine Instructions

    Skills you'll gain: z/OS, Computer Architecture, Mainframe Computing, System Programming, Computer Programming, Computational Logic, Data Storage, Job Control Language (JCL)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Dark Data Basics - Understanding the Unknown

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Data Strategy, Unstructured Data, Data Access, Data Literacy, Data Analysis, Data Management, Data Collection

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Scrimba

    JavaScript Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Software Design Patterns, Computational Thinking, Software Design, Algorithms, Program Development, Software Development, Software Engineering, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Problem Solving, Data Structures, Computer Science, Javascript, Web Development, Machine Learning Methods, Data Science

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Northeastern University

    Ethics and AI: A Philosophical Guide to Responsible Use

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Oral Expression, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Research, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Scientific Methods, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research Methodologies, Computational Logic, Governance

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Logic for Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Logical Reasoning, Deductive Reasoning, Theoretical Computer Science, Analytical Skills, Programming Principles, Computer Science, Data Analysis, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Verification And Validation, Systems Analysis, Software Development, Machine Learning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Designing Larger Python Programs for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Python Programming, Simulations, Debugging, Pandas (Python Package), Program Development, Unit Testing, Test Case, Data Science, Software Design, Computational Thinking, Integration Testing, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Manipulation, Software Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Mechanical Vibration

    Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Matlab, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Mechanics, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Control Systems

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat de Barcelona

    Molecular Tumor Board 2024-25

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Oncology, Molecular Biology, Pathology, Diagnostic Tests, Pharmacology, Bioinformatics, Clinical Trials, Immunology, Clinical Research

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Scrimba

    Data Structures and Algorithms: Merge Sort

    Skills you'll gain: Software Design Patterns, Computational Thinking, Software Design, Algorithms, Program Development, Software Development, Data Structures, Problem Solving, Computer Science, Machine Learning Methods

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Molecular Tumor Board 2021-22 : Universitat de Barcelona
  • Experiments and Variations in Bipedalism: Dartmouth College
  • AI & Machine Learning: Apply, Build & Solve: EDUCBA
  • z/Architecture Assembler Language Pt 2: Machine Instructions: IBM
  • Dark Data Basics - Understanding the Unknown: Arizona State University
  • JavaScript Algorithms: Scrimba
  • Ethics and AI: A Philosophical Guide to Responsible Use: Northeastern University
  • Logic for Computer Science: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Designing Larger Python Programs for Data Science: Duke University
  • Mechanical Vibration: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

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