Biotechnology Laboratory Assistant - Academic Certificate (AC)
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Certificate Quick Facts
- Instructional School: Science, Technology, and Math
- Department: Physical Sciences
- Program Code: BTEC.AC
- Program Type: Academic Transfer
- Available Fully Online: No
- Eligible for Federal Financial Aid: No
NOTE: Courses required for this program may have an additional fee; more information can be found on the Special Course Fees web page.
Certificate Requirements
| Course | Course Title | Min Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Major Requirements 1 | ||
| MATH 143 | Precalculus I: Algebra 2 | 3-5 |
| or MATH 147 | Precalculus | |
| BIOL 111 | Biology I 3 | 3 |
| BIOL 111L | Biology I Lab 3 | 1 |
| BIOL 112 | Biology II | 3 |
| BIOL 112L | Biology II Lab | 1 |
| CHEM 101 | Introduction to Chemistry 3 | 3 |
| CHEM 101L | Introduction to Chemistry Lab 3 | 1 |
| CHEM 111 | General Chemistry I 3 | 3 |
| CHEM 111L | General Chemistry I Lab 3 | 1 |
| CHEM 112 | General Chemistry II | 3 |
| CHEM 112L | General Chemistry II Lab | 2 |
| CHEM 298 | Organic Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHEM 298L | Organic Chemistry I Lab | 2 |
| SCIE 102 | Ethics in Science 4 | 3 |
| Select one of the following MMBS course sequences: | 4 | |
| Introduction to Cell Biology and Introduction to Cell Biology Lab | ||
| Genetics and Genetics Lab | ||
| Complete three (3) credits from the following internship courses: | 3 | |
| Biology Internship | ||
| Biotechnology Internship | ||
| Chemistry Internship | ||
| Vertically Integrated Projects (VIP) | ||
| Minimum Credit Hours Required | 39 | |
- 1
The courses required for this certificate may apply toward an Associate of Science degree in Biology. Students should work closely with their advisor to select the most appropriate options based on their educational goals and transfer plans.
- 2
This course fulfills the Mathematical Ways of Knowing (GEM 3) general education requirement for an associate degree (AA, AS, or AAS) at CWI.
- 3
This course partially fulfills the Scientific Ways of Knowing (GEM 4) general education requirement for an associate degree (AA or AS) at CWI.
- 4
This course partially fulfills the Social and Behavioral Ways of Knowing (GEM 6) general education requirement for an associate degree (AA, AS, or AAS) at CWI. It also fulfills the Ethical Reasoning general education requirement for an associate degree (AA or AS) at CWI.
NOTE: This certificate is not currently eligible for federal financial aid.
Certificate Plan
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credit Hours | |
| BIOL 111 | Biology I | 3 |
| BIOL 111L | Biology I Lab | 1 |
| CHEM 101 | Introduction to Chemistry | 3 |
| CHEM 101L | Introduction to Chemistry Lab | 1 |
| MATH 143 or MATH 147 | Precalculus I: Algebra or Precalculus | 3-5 |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 11 | |
| Spring | ||
| BIOL 112 | Biology II | 3 |
| BIOL 112L | Biology II Lab | 1 |
| CHEM 111 | General Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHEM 111L | General Chemistry I Lab | 1 |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 8 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| SCIE 102 | Ethics in Science | 3 |
| CHEM 112 | General Chemistry II | 3 |
| CHEM 112L | General Chemistry II Lab | 2 |
| Select one of the following MMBS course sequences: 1 | 4 | |
| Introduction to Cell Biology and Introduction to Cell Biology Lab | ||
| Genetics and Genetics Lab | ||
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 12 | |
| Spring | ||
| CHEM 298 | Organic Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHEM 298L | Organic Chemistry I Lab | 2 |
| Complete three (3) credits from the following internship courses: | 3 | |
| Biology Internship | ||
| Biotechnology Internship | ||
| Chemistry Internship | ||
| Vertically Integrated Projects (VIP) 2 | ||
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 8 | |
| Minimum Credit Hours Required | 39 | |
- 1
MMBS 260 and MMBS 260L are only offered in the Fall semester. MMBS 280 and MMBS 280L are only offered in the Spring semester. Students should adjust their course sequence based on whether they want to take MMBS 260 or MMBS 280.
- 2
SCIE 200 Vertically Integrated Projects (VIP) can only be taken for 1 credit per semester. If students would like to complete SCIE 200 to fulfill their internship requirement, they should adjust their course plan as needed. SCIE 200 may be repeated four times for a maximum of 4 credits.
Additional Advising Note:
The requirements for the Academic Certificate in Biotechnology Laboratory Assistant can be completed in whatever order works best for you, as long as the prerequisites for your selected courses have been met. This certificate is intended to be completed as part of an associate-level program, ideally in either Biology or Chemistry. Please speak with your advisor if you need assistance with academic planning.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Recognize the knowledge and skills that will allow for success in further pursuits within the biotechnology/biomedical research or industry laboratory.
- Obtain laboratory bench experience in an industry or research setting and appreciate the role of science in society.
- Describe the scientific method and apply it within a controlled environment.
- Evaluate their experimental results and determine appropriate conclusions.
- Understand and represent quantitative scientific data in various graphical forms.
- Develop and improve skills of both verbal and written science communication.
- Develop and improve skills in critical thinking and analytical reasoning through quantitative and observational analyses.
- Demonstrate the skills neccesary for the handling of analytical equipment currently used in the biotechnology industry.