Bioinformatics Degree
The bioinformatics associate's degree is designed as a transfer program providing the first two years of a baccalaureate degree leading to an advanced degree in the field of bioinformatics.
The program teaches you to analyze data and technical information, use appropriate equipment and instrumentation, and communicate scientific concepts and information effectively. You will also learn to work effectively in groups, a common scenario in the workplace.
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of the program, the student will be able to:
- Identify and describe skills specific to programming, data analysis, and data manipulation.
- Analyze contemporary problems in medicine, public health, and biology using computational approaches at the beginner level.
- Synthesize issues across the disciplines of biology, chemistry, computer science, and mathematics.
- Communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, individually and in group settings, using verbal, written, and electronic modes of communication.
Program Advising
定期与你的学术顾问见面，讨论你的学术计划，确保你顺利毕业和/或转学。课程建议指南概述了学位要求，旨在补充建议过程。
Transfer Opportunities
Montgomery College has partnerships with multiple four-year institutions and the tools to help you transfer. Learn more about transfer opportunities and discuss your transfer options with your program advisor.
Careers
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Career fields for bioinformatics majors include occupations like biological technician, biostatistician, bioinformatics scientist, molecular and cellular biologist, epidemiologist, or medical and clinical laboratory technologist. Some may require a bachelor's or advanced degree. Employment for bioinformaticists (or bioinformatics scientists) is projected to grow eight percent from 2016 to 2026.- MC Student Employment Services: Speak with the Student Employment Specialist for help with resume writing, interviewing, setting up aCollege Central Network (CCN)new windowaccount and other job search topics.
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Curriculum
A suggested course sequence for Bioinformatics majors follows.
- All students should review the advising guide andconsult an advisor.
- Find out about related programs and course in theFields of Studysection.
- Most courses have either assessment levels that must be met or prerequisites (courses that must be taken first). Part-time students and those who need to meet assessment levels or take prerequisite courses will take longer to complete a degree. An advisor will help make sure you are taking your courses in the right order.
- All degree-seeking students must take a central group ofGeneral Educationcourses in English, mathematics, arts, behavioral and social sciences, humanities, and science. These courses are included in the suggested course sequence below.
Suggested Course Sequence
All students should review the Program Advising Guide and consult an advisor.
First Semester
- ENGL 101 - Introduction to College Writing3 semester hours
- MATH 181 - Calculus I4 semester hours(MATF)
- BIOL 202 - Interdisciplinary Bioinformatics-An Introduction3 semester hours
- CHEM 131 - Principles of Chemistry I4 semester hours(NSLD)
Second Semester
- English Foundation3 semester hours (ENGF)
- BIOL 150 - Principles of Biology I4 semester hours(NSLD)
- CHEM 132 - Principles of Chemistry II4 semester hours(GEEL)
- CMSC 140 - Introduction to Programming3 semester hours
- Arts Distribution3 semester hours (ARTD)
Third Semester
- BIOL 151 - Principles of Biology II4 semester hours
- CHEM 203 - Organic Chemistry I5 semester hours
- COMM 108 - Foundations of Human Communication3 semester hours(HUMD)
- MATH 217 - Biostatistics3 semester hours
Fourth Semester
- BIOL 222 - Principles of Genetics4 semester hours
- CMSC 203 - Computer Science I4 semester hours
- Behavioral and Social Sciences Distribution3 semester hours (BSSD)*
- Behavioral and Social Sciences Distribution3 semester hours (BSSD)*
*ENGL 101/ENGL 101A, if needed forENGL 102/ENGL 103, orCMSC 204.
** Behavioral and Social Science Distribution (BSSD) courses must come from different disciplines.
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