Biotechnology
CERTIFICATE
Prepare for a high-tech career in biotechnology by completing this certificate and working in local industry, or using it to complement an associate or bachelor’s degree in the life sciences. Complete this program by taking classes in a combination of weekdays and evenings/weekends.
Program/Major Codes: CRTBIOTECH/BTE
What can I do with this degree?
Career Options: Entry-level positions in biotechnology laboratories or career advancement when used to supplement existing degrees or work experience.
Academic Options: Complete additional courses to earn an Associate of Science degree.
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Program Requirements
Program Prerequisites
Before enrolling in this program, you must complete the following:
| MAT 122 Intermediate Algebra or higher OR math assessment score into MAT 151 or higher | 0-3 | |
| BIO 181IN General Biology I: Majors [SUN# BIO 1181] | 4 | |
| CHM 151/151LB/151IN General Chemistry I [SUN# CHM 1151] | 5 | |
| Subtotal | 9-12 | |
Required Core Courses
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| BIO 206 | Biotechnology Instrumentation I | 4 |
| BIO 207 | Biotechnology Instrumentation II | 4 |
| BIO 299 | Co-op: Biotechnology | 1 |
| BIO 299WK | Co-op Work: Biotechnology | 3 |
| CHM 152/152LB/152IN | General Chemistry II [SUN# CHM 1152] | 5 |
| CHM 235/235LB/235IN | Organic Chemistry I [SUN# CHM 2235] | 5 |
| CHM 236/236LB/236IN | Organic Chemistry II [SUN# CHM 2236] | 5 |
| Subtotal | 27 | |
| Total | 36-39 | |