Biotechnology Laboratory Technician

Program #100072

Associate Degree of Applied Science

The Biotechnology Laboratory Technician Program emphasizes skills necessary for entry-level employment in bioscience laboratories. The program focuses on techniques basic to the commercial development of products from biological systems. Students acquire proficiency in laboratory skills, effective communications and employment skills. Individuals who like the challenge of laboratory work are encouraged to apply. Program graduates may seek entry-level employment in public or private laboratories for positions titled laboratory assistant, laboratory technician, laboratory tester or laboratory worker. These laboratories are found in universities, pharmaceutical companies, food processing industries, companies performing research and development, and companies involved in plant and animal breeding. Check the MATC Website or with the program office for the following certificates also available: Bioinformatics Certificate, Biotechnology Post-baccalaureate Certificate, and Biotechnology Intensive Post-baccalaureate Certificate. Biotechnology Laboratory Technician information page.

Classes in Biotechnology Laboratory Technician

last updated: 10:01:28 AM Jul 4 2009

Below is a listing of the courses that comprise this program. This listing is in recommended order for completion. However, many programs do not require enrollment restricted to this format.

Clicking on each course will provide information regarding class availability for upcoming semesters.

• Catalog # Class name Credits
   

First Term

• 10007102 Radioisotopes 1
   
• 10007103 Biotech Lab Skills 3
   
• 10007108 Hazardous Materials 1
   
• 10007109 Biosafety 1
   
• 10007110 Biotechnology Applications 1
   
• 10007115 General Cell Biology 4
   
• 10007136 Laboratory Math for Biotech 1
   

Second Term

• 10007104 Chromatography Techniques 3
   
• 10007105 Bioprocess Technology 3
   
• 10007111 Biotechnology Career Seminar 1
   
• 10007174 Applied Microbiology 4
   
• 10801195 Written Communication 3
   

Third Term

• 10007122 Protein Bioseparations Methods 3
   
• 10007123 Cell Culturing 3
   
• 10007124 Molecular Biology 1 3
   
• 10801196 Oral/Interpersonal Comm 3
   
• 10809197 Contemporary American Society 3
   
• 10809199 Psychology Of Human Relations 3
   

Fourth Term

• 10007112 Biotechnology Employ Skills 1
   
• 10007121 Appl Biochemistry 3
   
• 10007125 Res Methods in Molecular Bio 3
   
• 10007126 Occup Work Experience 3
   
• 10809195 Economics 3
   

The Biotechnology Laboratory Technician Curriculum Sheet (PDF) will identify the course requirement and acceptable alternative options as 'OR' selections.
Example: Written Communication (10-801-195), OR English 1 (20-801-201) as an acceptable alternative.