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Overview

Course Code

BIVA110

Instructor

Michelle Mah

Credential Earned

Certificate of completion

Course Type

Part-Time

Course Length

12 weeks

Course Delivery

Virtual

Application Method

Self-service Registration

OSAP Eligibility

No

Program Delivery Details

Weekly synchronous webinars on Wednesdays at 6pm EST.

About the Course

Learners will gain the ability to recognize, interpret and analyze sequence data, perform variant calling, and apply variant interpretation skills through a combination of lectures, online discussions, practical hands-on sessions and assessments. Weekly synchronous webinars will be delivered virtually every Wednesday at 6pm EST.

This course is intended for Genetic Technology MLTs or those with similar qualifications.


Career Outcomes/About the Profession

Upon successful completion of the course, learners will be able to:

  • Recognize and Interpret Sequence Data – understand different types of sequence data and their relevance in clinical genomics
  • Perform Basic Sequence Data Analysis – acquire the skills to analyze and interpret sequence data using various bioinformatics tools and methods
  • Understand Data Visualization – gain a foundational understanding of data visualization techniques to effectively present and interpret sequence data
  • Develop Data Management Strategies – implement strategies for managing and documenting sequence data for efficient future use
  • Understand Variant Calling Processes – learn the principles and practices of germline and somatic variant calling, including quality control and variant filtering
  • Analyze and Interpret Variants – apply best practices and appropriate tools to perform variant annotation and reporting