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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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    Google Cloud

    Classify Images of Cats and Dogs using Transfer Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Transfer Learning, Fine-tuning, Image Analysis, Keras (Neural Network Library), Applied Machine Learning, Feature Engineering, Model Training, Machine Learning

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Arizona State University

    Dark Data Basics - Understanding the Unknown

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Data Strategy, Data Access, Data Literacy, Data Management, Taxonomy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    SystemVerilog Tutorials: Hardware Design & Verification

    Skills you'll gain: Hardware Design, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Data Structures, Computational Logic, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, System Design and Implementation, Verification And Validation, Embedded Systems, Test Script Development, Simulation and Simulation Software, Code Reusability, Data Synthesis, Analysis, Design, Process Optimization

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    P

    Packt

    Advanced Programming with Ladder, FBD & Structured Text

    Skills you'll gain: Programmable Logic Controllers, Code Reusability, Performance Tuning, Computational Logic, Functional Design, Fine-tuning

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Life Stress Management

    Skills you'll gain: Interpersonal Communications, Habit Formation, Empathy, Overcoming Obstacles, Emotional Intelligence, Behavior Management, Personal Care, Self-Awareness, Mental and Behavioral Health, Meditation & Breathwork, Journals, Physiology

    Build toward a degree

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    OpenCL Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Memory Management, C and C++, Scalability, Performance Tuning, C++ (Programming Language), Microarchitecture, Computer Architecture, Performance Stress Testing, Cross Platform Development, Hardware Architecture, Computing Platforms, Program Development, Application Frameworks, Software Installation, Development Environment

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    U

    University of Minnesota

    Genetic Underpinnings of Synaptic Disease

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Pharmacotherapy, Clinical Pharmacy, Molecular Biology, Substance Abuse, Mental and Behavioral Health, Neurology, Physiology, Psychology, Biochemistry, Biology, Developmental Disabilities, Science and Research

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    P

    Packt

    JavaScript Fundamentals & The DOM

    Skills you'll gain: Javascript, JSON, Event-Driven Programming, Web Design and Development, Web Development, Programming Principles, Web Applications, Computational Logic, Data Structures, Program Development, Application Deployment, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Context Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    U

    Universitat de Barcelona

    Molecular Tumor Board 2025-2026

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Oncology, Diagnostic Tests, Pathology, Clinical Practices, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Treatment Planning, Pharmacotherapy, Patient Treatment, Pharmacology, Immunology

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • P

    Packt

    The Complete Python Course

    Skills you'll gain: Code Reusability, Mathematical Software, Programming Principles, Statistical Analysis, Software Installation, Descriptive Statistics

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    I

    IBM

    z/Architecture Assembler Language Pt 2: Machine Instructions

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

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Ball State University

    Statistical Methods for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Probability, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Programming, Statistical Analysis, Probability Distribution, Statistical Inference, Bayesian Statistics, Data Science, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Hypothesis Testing, R Programming, Dimensionality Reduction, R (Software), Simulations, Statistical Visualization

    Build toward a degree

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Classify Images of Cats and Dogs using Transfer Learning: Google Cloud
  • Dark Data Basics - Understanding the Unknown: Arizona State University
  • SystemVerilog Tutorials: Hardware Design & Verification: Coursera
  • Advanced Programming with Ladder, FBD & Structured Text: Packt
  • Life Stress Management: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • OpenCL Programming: Coursera
  • Genetic Underpinnings of Synaptic Disease: University of Minnesota
  • JavaScript Fundamentals & The DOM: Packt
  • Molecular Tumor Board 2025-2026: Universitat de Barcelona
  • The Complete Python Course: Packt

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