MATH6100 Bioinformatics and Biological Modelling
| Offered By | Department of Mathematics |
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| Academic Career | Graduate Coursework |
| Course Subject | Mathematics |
| Offered in | Second Semester, 2011 and Second Semester, 2012 |
| Unit Value | 6 units |
| Course Description |
The course begins with a detailed discussion of sequence alignment algorithms that are critical for assessing the relatedness of DNA, RNA and amino acid sequences. We then proceed to studying Markov chains and hidden Markov models as important examples of biological models for such sequences. The main algorithms and several applications will be explained. Finally, a broad range of examples of applications of mathematics in biology, both at the molecular and macroscopic level, will be given. These may include current research being done at the ANU. The course is accompanied by computer lab sessions where we explore, in particular, major biological databases and sequence similarity search. |
| Learning Outcomes |
On satisfying the requirements of this course, students will have the knowledge and skills to: 1. Understand basic models for the evolution of biological sequences. |
| Indicative Assessment |
Assignment 1: 25% Assignment 2: 25% Take home exam: 35% Home work: 15%
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| Course Classification(s) | AdvancedAdvanced courses are designed for students having reached 'first degree' level of assumed knowledge, which provide a deep understanding of contemporary issues; or 'second degree' and higher levels of knowledge; or for transition to research training programs. and SpecialistSpecialist courses are designed for students having reached 'first degree' level of assumed knowledge, which provide for the acquisition of specialist skills; or 'second degree' and higher level of knowledge; or for transition to research training programs; or knowledge associated with professional accreditation. |
| Areas of Interest | Mathematics |
| Eligibility | Bachelor degree; with first year Maths. |
| Requisite Statement | First year Maths is required. |
| Consent Required | Please contact admin.teaching.msi@anu.edu.au for consent to enrol in this course. |
| Programs | Master of Mathematical Sciences and Master of Mathematical Sciences |
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