AAAS Degree (92.5-93.5 Credits)

Note: Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this publication. However, the information is subject to change without notice and final career decisions are the responsibility of the student.

Program Information:

Length of Program: 92.5-93.5 Credits
Completion Award: A.A.A.S. Degree
Enrollment: Fall
Approximate Quarterly Costs: $660/yr for lab fees
(in addition to tuition, books and parking)
Website: www.shoreline.edu/biotechnology/

EPC 678

Program Prerequisites:

Current (within two years) knowledge of Intermediate Algebra 1 () or higher and placement into  is a prerequisite for .  or higher and placement into  is a prerequisite for  and .

Application Required:

An application is required to enter the four-quarter Core Biotech Sequence of Courses: , , , , , , , , .
Please see an advisor for an application form or visit: http://www.shoreline.edu/biotechnology/application.aspx

General Education Core Requirements - 17 Credits

Biotechnology Core Requirements (75.5-76.5 Credits)

• BIOL& 211 Majors Cellular: Biology Credits: 5
• BIOL 249 Tissue Culture and Staining Credits: 4
• BIOL& 260 Microbiology Credits: 5
• BIOL 265 Solution and Media Preparation Credits: 2
• BIOL 266 Media and Solution Preparation II Credits: 2
• BIOL 270 Molecular Biology Credits: 3
• BIOL 274 Molecular Biology Lab Credits: 3
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Core Biotech Sequence

Approval To Graduate

Student Name, SID and Date: ____________________________________________________

Faculty Advisor and Date: _______________________________________________________

Division Dean and Date: ________________________________________________________

Credential Approval and Date: ____________________________________________________

Biotechnology Lab Specialist-What is it?

The Biotechnology Laboratory Specialist Program prepares students for work in laboratories involved in any aspect of biotechnology processes. The curriculum provides a foundation in a variety of math and science disciplines including algebra, statistics, chemistry, biology, microbiology and computer science. Students gain a working knowledge of molecular biology, recombinant DNA, immunology, protein purification and tissue culture – both through classroom lectures and extensive “hands-on” laboratory learning experiences.

Career Opportunities-What can I do with an AAAS Degree from the Biotechnology Lab Specialist Program?

The career outlook in the field of biotechnology is very promising with over 100 biotechnology-related facilities in the Seattle metropolitan area. The proliferation of new technologies is expanding employment opportunities in research, production, development and manufacturing; examples include work as a Laboratory Assistant, Lab Specialist or Research Assistant.

Potential employers include: University or privately owned biotechnology research and production labs; and pharmaceutical or criminal labs; fisheries, oceanographic and other nature resource management organizations. To learn more, please visit career information and resources at http://www.shoreline.edu/counseling-center/career-counseling.aspx.

Shoreline Community College

16101 Greenwood Ave N
Shoreline, WA 98133-5696

(206) 546-4101

www.shoreline.edu