Quantitative Genetics and Genomics Online Courses

Summary

This graduate curriculum provides specialized courses delivered online, offering flexible learning opportunities in animal quantitative genetics and genomics. These courses combine theory with application to solve real-world problems.

Positions and industries targeted by this program include livestock breed societies, breeding service companies, genomics and pharmaceutical companies, and university and industry-based extension and outreach programs.
As part of a Master’s degree-level graduate program, this program provides a core in animal genetics and genomics necessary as the foundation for doctoral-level studies in these disciplines.
This curriculum has been designed to be comprehensive, providing students with limited prior knowledge the opportunity to learn and apply new methods and theories. Courses include hands-on experience using a variety of computer-based technologies.

What will I learn?

Topics cover the breadth of modern animal genetics, spanning foundational concepts in quantitative genetics, design of breeding programs, methods for predicting breeding values and controlling inbreeding, and their collective interface with molecular genetics and genomics.

Online Courses

View the full curriculum for additional information about course descriptions, prerequisites, and recommended sequence.

How will this program help me in my career?

The Qualitative Genetics & Genomics in Animal Science program will provide:

The foundation for highly-sought job prospects in the industry, extension, and/or research in animal genetics and genomics.
Opportunities to learn from and interact with instructors who are highly recognized in their respective fields.
The ability to develop virtual communication skills necessary for engaging with an ever-increasingly global agricultural community.

Collaborative Advantage of IDEA

Achieve your personal and professional goals through convenient, flexible, high-quality coursework you can complete anytime, anywhere. As a student in Iowa State University’s Quantitative Genetics and Genomics Online Courses program, you will learn from expert faculty who bring real-life experience to the coursework and are committed to helping you transition your learning beyond the online classroom into your career.

The Quantitative Genetics and Genomics Online Courses program is part of a consortium of universities connected through IDEA. While Iowa State University is your home university where you will apply, register for courses and receive your diploma, you’ll benefit from the diverse perspectives and unique strengths brought by classmates and expert faculty at partner universities.

Learn more about the IDEA program at Iowa State.

Tuition

As a member of IDEA, all students pay universal tuition. For more information, visit the IDEA website.