# Computational Biology (Certificate of Achievement (CA))

Las Positas College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Biological Sciences

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#### Overview

Computational Biology uses data analysis, mathematical modeling, and computational simulation techniques to understand complex biological systems. The Computational Biology certificate provides coursework designed to train students entering careers that require the interpretation and analysis of large amounts of biological data. The objective of the certificate is to acquire skills in computer science, biology and statistics that can be applied to bioinformatics. Students may also wish to obtain the Associate of Arts in Computational Biology degree, which can be used to transfer to a university for a BA/BS degree in Computational Biology, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, or related field.

#### Career Opportunities

Career opportunities for students with a Certificate of Achievement in Computational Biology may include employment with pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, academic research and scientific software companies.

#### Program Learning Outcome(s)

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

1.  Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental concepts in molecular biology, including DNA, genes, proteins and genomes.
2.  Explain the use of computational techniques to solve biological problems.
3.  Use online resources such as NCBI (National Center for Biotechnology Information) and bioinformatics applications to research and analyze biological data.

##### **Computational Biology (CA): Program Requirements**

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required Core: (26 Units)** | |  |
| BIO 1R | Organismal Biology | 5 |
| BIO 1C | Cell and Molecular Biology | 5 |
| BIO 2A | Bioinformatics | 4 |
| CHEM 1A | General College Chemistry I | 5 |
| CS 7 | Introduction to Computer Programming Concepts | 3 |
| STAT C1000 | Introduction to Statistics | 4 |
| **Total** | | **26** |