ProfCert Bioinformatics for Veterinary & Animal Scientists

Program Overview

This two-week graduate course in Veterinary and Animal Bioinformatics offers interdisciplinary training in scripting, next-generation sequencing, protein structure modeling, and molecular evolution. Delivered by renowned bioinformaticians, it emphasizes knowledge application, data analysis, and scientific communication. Students gain hands-on experience with genomic datasets and experimental design for future research projects.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This is a two-week in-person course designed for graduate students and researchers in veterinary and animal sciences. It is delivered by a team of internationally renowned Bioinformaticians, including Prof Gavin Conant (North Carolina State University).

Objectives:

• Knowledge and understanding of:
• Scripting
• Next-generation sequencing
• Protein structure modelling
• Molecular evolution and genetics
• SNP data and use in GWAS
• Application of knowledge to genomic data sets
• Critical analysis and evaluation of data
• Communication of conclusions and knowledge
• Implementation of experimental design to future projects

Assessment:

A two-hour examination (part 1 short answer questions 1h and part 2 MCQ 1h) will take place on Brightspace (virtual learning environment) the last day of the course, Friday 4 August 2023.

Teaching:

The course will be delivered by a team of internationally renowned Bioinformaticians, including Prof Gavin Conant (North Carolina State University).

Other:

• The course will cover basic scripting, an introduction to next-generation sequencing, protein structure modelling and analysis, molecular evolution and phylogenetics, and network biology.
• Entry requirements for the course include an undergraduate degree in Agriculture, Life Sciences or Veterinary Medicine.
• Curricular information is subject to change.

The tuition fee is €2,000 for non-UCD applicants.