The Bioinformatics, Proteomics/Genomics (BPG) Certificate Program introduces students to the newly evolving fields of bioinformatics, proteomics and genomics, and provides a core knowledge of analytical approaches used in these fields. The curriculum is designed to complement coursework and research of students enrolled in the University of Toledo Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences Program, but also is open to other qualified students. The Program is a joint effort of the University of Toledo Main and Health Science Campuses and Bowling Green State University.
Students enrolled in the BPG Certificate Program must take four courses covering the following subject areas:
1) Introduction to the scope of bioinformatics, proteomics and genomics: "Fundamentals of BPG"
2) Training in statistical methods used in BPG: "Statistical Methods in Bioinformatics"
3) Handling and manipulation of databases and introduction to computer programming skills needed to manipulate large quantities of nucleic acid and protein sequence data: "Introduction to Bioinformatic Computation"
4) Applications of BPG, in which faculty members using these methodologies will discuss and demonstrate how these techniques are utilized to solve research problems: "Applications of BPG"
Upon completion of the Program, students will be prepared to utilize BPG research techniques and be able to interact with specialists in each BPG subdiscipline.
Curriculum
The curriculum consists of four, 3-credit courses (listed below):
Course # Course Title & Credits
Fall Year 1
BIPG510/710 Fundamentals of Bioinformatics and Proteomics/Genomics, 3 cr
BIPG520/720 Statistical Methods in Bioinformatics, 3 cr
Spring Year 1
BIPG610/810 Introduction to Bioinformatic Computation, 3 cr
BIPG620/820 Application of Bioinformatics and Proteomics/Genomics, 3 cr
*BMSP634 Current Problems & Research Approaches in Genes and Genomes, or equivalent course approved by the BPG Program, is required for admission into the BPG Certificate Program.
NOTE: Currently enrolled UT Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences or MSBS students may take individual BPG courses as electives, with permission of the instructor. To receive a Certificate in Bioinformatics, an online application must be submitted (please see link at bottom of page).
All applications will be reviewed by the BPG Program Admissions Committee. Electronic, online application must be filed ONLY for those seeking a certificate.
To receive a Certificate in Bioinformatics, application must be submitted online at the following link:
Online Application – click here