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Investigates the design and operation of the global network of networks: the Internet. This course studies the structure of the Internet and the TCP/IP protocol suit that enables it to scale to millions of hosts. The focus is on design principles, performance modelling, and services offered by the Internet.

Lectures and hands-on instruction at the computer in the use of, and theory behind, bioinformatic software and algorithms for the analysis of macromolecular data. Prerequisite: MBB 331 and MBB 342.

An overview of the newly emerging field of bioinformatics, which is loosely defined as the intersection between the fields of molecular biology and computer science. A combination of lecture format and hands-on instruction is provided in the use of, and theory behind, bioinformatic software tools used in genomic and computational biology research. An introduction to the development of bioinformatic software is included, though only basic computer science knowledge is required for this particular course. Prerequisite: One introductory computer programming course (e.g. CMPT 102, 103, 110, 120 or equivalent).

The problem-based learning course will develop students' ability to exchange ideas in small groups focused on real but simplified problems in bioinformatics. Problems will be carefully selected to cover all aspects of bioinformatics research. Prerequisite: Enrolled in Graduate Diploma in Bioinformatics. Students with credit for MBB 505 may not take this course for further credit.

The problem-based learning course will develop students' ability to exchange ideas in small groups focused on real but simplified problems in bioinformatics. Problems will be carefully selected to cover multiple areas of bioinformatics research. This is an advanced bioinformatics course that assumes the student has previous bioinformatics training. Prerequisite: MBB 741 or equivalent bioinformatics course (undergraduate or graduate). This course is identical to CMPT 505 and students cannot take both courses for credit.

Advanced seminar series for bioinformatics. Prerequisite: Enrolment in Graduate Diploma in Bioinformatics. Students with credit for MBB 506 may not take this course for further credit.

Logical representations of data records. Data models. Studies of some popular file and database systems. Document retrieval. Other related issues such as database administration, data dictionary and security. Prerequisite: CMPT 225, MACM 101.

Introduction to advanced database system concepts, including query processing, transaction processing, distributed and heterogeneous databases, object-oriented and object-relational databases, data mining and data warehousing, spatial and multimedia systems and Internet information systems.

Advanced topics and techniques in computer graphics with a focus on image synthesis are covered. Topics include photorealistic rendering, advanced ray tracing, Monte Carlo methods, photon maps, radiosity, light fields, participating media, as well as tone reproduction. Students with credit for CMPT 461, CMPT 770, or equivalent may not take CMPT 761 for further credit. Equivalent Courses: CMPT770.

Advanced topics in geometric modelling and processing for computer graphics, such as Bezier and B-spline techniques, subdivision curves and surfaces, solid modelling, implicit representation, surface reconstruction, multi-resolution modelling, digital geometry processing (e.g., mesh smoothing, compression, and parameterization), point-based representation, and procedural modelling. Prerequisite: CMPT 361, MACM 316. Students with credit for CMPT 464 or equivalent may not take this course for further credit.

The study of DNA and RNA in relation to gene structure and expression: DNA replication and the regulation of gene expression in bacteria and higher organisms. Introduction to recombinant DNA and cloning theory; natural vector structures and recombinant vector construction. Prerequisite: MBB 231, and BISC 202, with a minimum grade of C.

The analysis of entire genomes of organisms has only been possible since 1995. This new area of study will be examined in detail with emphasis on current research. Prerequisite: MBB 331 with a minimum grade of C.

Consideration of topics related to the structure and function of the genome with emphasis on genome mapping and sequencing projects, and computational methods for genomic sequence analysis.

Proteomics concerns the analysis of the entire complement of proteins expressed by an organism. This course will consider protein sequence alignment, sequence database scanning, classification of protein structures, prediction of protein structure and function, and evolution of protein function. Prerequisite: MBB 321, MBB 322 and MBB 342.

Since the completion of the human genome, the next step is to understand the function of these genes. Proteomics cover the integration of a number of topics with the aim of analyzing the complete complement of proteins expressed by a biological system. This course will give a general understanding of the proteome, describe many of the different aspects of proteomics that have been developed recently, identify the technologic limitations related to proteomics, and will also include likely future directions for the field. Prerequisite: One introductory computer programming course (e.g. CMPT 102, 103, 110, 120 or equivalent).

Consideration of recent research literature on contemporary topics in bioinformatics. Prerequisite: MBB 441 or 741; or CMPT 341 or 881.

Consideration of recent research literature on contemporary topics in genomics. Prerequisite: MBB 435 or 835.

Consideration of recent research literature on contemporary topics in proteomics. Prerequisite: MBB 442 or 742.

One term of original bioinformatics research conducted in the lab of a designated mentor. Students are required to write their results in a scientific journal format and defend these results before a panel consisting of the project mentor plus two other qualified faculty members. Prerequisite: Enrolment in Graduate Diploma in Bioinformatics. Students with credit for MBB 611 may not take this course for further credit.

One term of original bioinformatics research conducted in the lab of a designated mentor. Students are required to write their results in a scientific journal format and defend these results before a panel consisting of the project mentor plus two other qualified faculty members. Prerequisite: Enrolment in Graduate Diploma in Bioinformatics. Students with credit for MBB 612 may not take this course for further credit.

One term of original bioinformatics research conducted in the lab of a designated mentor. Students are required to write their results in a scientific journal format and defend these results before a panel consisting of the project mentor plus two other qualified faculty members. Prerequisite: Enrolment in Graduate Diploma in Bioinformatics. Students with credit for MBB 613 may not take this course for further credit.