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Medium Of InstructionsMode Of LearningMode Of Delivery
EnglishSelf StudyVideo and Text Based

Course Overview

The Case Studies in Functional Genomics Online Course is an open online course that deals with the specialized study of RNA-seq data and DNA methylation data. The advanced level course can be opted for by students who have completed studies in Statistical Inference and Modelling for High-throughput Experiments and High-Dimensional Data Analysis.

The Case Studies in Functional Genomics Certification Course is offered on the Harvard X platform collaborated by edX and Harvard University. The course is delivered through online course materials and assignments. After the successful completion of the self-paced course, students will get a shareable certificate if they have opted for the verified track by paying the fee. Without the fee, the candidates can audit it for a limited duration. 

The Case Studies in Functional Genomics Training Course is taught over 5 weeks and coordinated by Rafael Irizarry, Michael Love, and Vincent Carey of Harvard University. The course will assist students who wish to gain proficiency and achieve a professional certificate in data analysis for genomics.

The Highlights

  • Shareable certificate upon completion
  • Self-paced course 
  • 5 weeks duration
  • 2 to 4 hours weekly study
  • English medium
  • Online course materials
  • Graded assignments and exams
  • Knowledge of functional genomics

Programme Offerings

  • Shareable Certificate upon completion
  • Self-paced Course
  • 5 Weeks Duration
  • 2 to 4 Hours Weekly Study
  • English medium
  • Online Course Materials
  • Graded Assignments and Exams

Courses and Certificate Fees

Fees InformationsCertificate AvailabilityCertificate Providing Authority
INR 14042yesHarvard University, Cambridge

The open online course has both free and paid versions for the students. The free course will provide only limited access to study materials. To get unlimited access to online course materials along with the assignments, exams, and final certificate, students should opt for the paid course. The course fee is Rs.14,042 only.

Case Studies in Functional Genomics Course Fee Structure

Course

Amount in INR

Case Studies in Functional Genomics

Rs14,042/-


What you will learn

Knowledge of BiologyKnowledge of genetics

After finishing the Case Studies in Functional Genomics Course, you will gain knowledge about the following topics:

  • Mapping reads
  • Quality assessment of Next Generation Data
  • Analyzing RNA-seq data
  • Analyzing DNA methylation data
  • Analyzing ChIP Seq data

Admission Details

Follow the steps given below to enroll in the Case Studies in Functional Genomics Training Course:

Step 1: Click on the URL given below -

https://www.edx.org/course/case-studies-in-functional-genomics

Step 2: Click on the enroll option in the course description.

Step 3: When the tap opens, enter your name, email id, and password and create a new account.

Step 4: Once your account is created you can choose the course name and enroll.

The Syllabus

  • Introduction
  • Course Materials and R Resources
  • Pre-Course Survey

  • Introduction to RNA sequencing (7 Questions)
  • RNA-seq alignment (14 Questions)
  • Normalization and EDA of gene counts (4 Questions)
  • Differential expression at gene-level (5 Questions)
  • Differential expression across isoforms (6 Questions)
  • Verified Assessment: RNA-seq

  • Introduction to DNA methylation (13 Questions)
  • DNA Methylation Measurement (12 Questions)
  • Data Analysis and Integration (13 Questions)
  • Whole Genome Analysis (7 Questions)
  • Verified Assessment: DNA Methylation

  • Introduction to ChIP-seq (6 Questions)
  • Advanced ChIP-seq Analysis (9 Questions)
  • Verified Assessment: ChIP-seq

  • Post-Course Survey
  • Data Analysis for Life Science Series

Instructors

Harvard University, Cambridge Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: Can I get access to the course for free?

Yes, you have the option to join the audit track of the course for free.

2: Will the students receive a certificate after doing the course?

Yes, all students who complete the paid version of the course will get a certificate upon completion.

3: Which university is offering the Case Studies in Functional Genomics Certification Course?

The Case Studies in Functional Genomics Course is offered by the faculty of Harvard University.

4: What is the total duration of the Case Studies in Functional Genomics Training Course?

The course has a duration of 5 weeks with approximately 2 to 4 study hours.

5: Can I get placement help through the course?

No, students are not given any placement support by the course.

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