Program Discription

The College Credit Certificate program has been designed for those students who are currently employed in the biotechnology industry or for those who would like to pursue a biotechnology career or have a bachelors degree in another academic discipline.

The Biotechnology College Credit Certificate provides the student with comprehensive knowledge, specific competencies and lab techniques that enhance current skill while establishing a foundation for a successful bioscience career.

This 19-credit certificate offers courses in biotechnology principles, tissue culture, instrumentation and includes an internship with local bioscience firms and institutions.

Career Path Notes

Credits in this certificate program will transfer directly into the Associate in Arts (AA) or Associate in Science(AS) degree programs.

Completion Requirements

Students must successfully complete all courses listed below for this certificate.

Required Courses

COURSE NUMBER	COURSE NAME	CREDITS
BSC2421	Introduction to Biotechnology	3
BSC2421L	Introduction to Biotechnology Lab	2
BSC2420	Biotechnology I	3
BSC2420L	Biotechnology I Lab	2
BSC2427	Biotechnology II	3
BSC2427L	Biotechnology II Lab	2
BSC2945C	Biotechnology Internship	2

Select one from the following two courses below

BSC2416C - - - -  -	Introduction to Tissue Culture	2
BSC2426C	Introduction to Biotechnology Instrumentation	2

Total 19 Credits