Bioinformatics and Computer Applications in Biotechnology - BIO 255 at Northern Virginia Community College


         
 
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BIO 255 - Bioinformatics and Computer Applications in Biotechnology
Covers basic computer concepts and Internet skills and uses a software suite, which includes word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software to demonstrate skills as they are applied to biotechnology. Introduces students to basic online tools and resources to retrieve and analyze biological data, such as DNA, RNA, and protein sequences, structures, functions, pathways, and interactions. Includes hands-on sessions to allow students to become familiar with these resources and their navigation and applications.
(2 Cr.) Lecture 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week.
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2 credits

Schedule at Northern Virginia Community College

Fall 2024 ➜

Not scheduled

Spring 2025 ➜

Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
38660 BIO 255-01YM 2
  Tu    
4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
 2025-01-21 Virtual and NOL - Real Time CV
50% of class time is live streamed via Zoom on the days and times listed on your class schedule. 50% of class work is completed online, independently, on your own time (following the course syllabus and due dates) via CANVAS. All students are expected to attend class virtually on the days and times listed on your schedule. Reliable internet access and a computer are required.
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