Statistics for Bioinformatics (BINF90001)

Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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Overview

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Bioinformatics involves the analysis of biological data and randomness is inherent in both the biological processes themselves and the sampling mechanisms by which they are observed. This subject first introduces stochastic processes and their applications in Bioinformatics, including evolutionary models. It then considers the application of classical statistical methods including estimation, hypothesis testing, model selection, multiple comparisons, and multivariate statistical techniques in Bioinformatics.

Intended learning outcomes

At the conclusion of this subject, students should be able to:



  • understand some of the common stochastic models encountered in Bioinformatics;
  • apply a variety of statistical techniques to problems arising in Bioinformatics.

Generic skills

  • Problem-solving skills including engaging with unfamiliar problems and identifying relevant strategies;
  • Analytical skills - the ability to construct and express logical arguments and to work in abstract or general terms to increase the clarity and efficiency of an analysis; Through interaction

Last updated: 3 November 2022

Eligibility and requirements

Prerequisites

One of the following, or equivalent:

Code Name Teaching period Credit Points
MAST90058 Elements of Statistics
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
MAST20005 Statistics
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Summer Term (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5

Corequisites

None

Non-allowed subjects

None

Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)

The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.

Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home

Last updated: 3 November 2022

Assessment

Due to the impact of COVID-19, assessment may differ from that published in the Handbook. Students are reminded to check the subject assessment requirements published in the subject outline on the LMS

DescriptionTimingPercentage

Written assignments (two assignments worth 20% each, due mid and late in semester)

  • 50 pages
During the teaching period40%

A written examination

  • 3 hours
During the examination period60%

Last updated: 3 November 2022

Dates & times

  • Semester 1
    Principal coordinatorDamjan Vukcevic
    Mode of deliveryOn Campus (Parkville)
    Contact hours36 hours
    Total time commitment170 hours
    Teaching period 2 March 2020 to 7 June 2020
    Last self-enrol date13 March 2020
    Census date30 April 2020
    Last date to withdraw without fail 5 June 2020
    Assessment period ends 3 July 2020

    Semester 1 contact information

    damjan.vukcevic@unimelb.edu.au

Time commitment details

170 hours

Last updated: 3 November 2022

Further information

  • Texts

    Prescribed texts

    None

    Recommended texts and other resources

    None

  • Related Handbook entries

    This subject contributes to the following:

    TypeName
    CourseMaster of Science (Bioinformatics)
  • Available through the Community Access Program

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    Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.

  • Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students

    This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.

Last updated: 3 November 2022