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Nov 21, 2024
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2024-2025 College Catalog
Biotechnology Lab Specialist Certificate of Completion Planning Guide
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Program Description:
Shoreline Community College offers a short-term Biotechnology Lab Specialist Certificate of Completion (CC) to prepare students for an entry-level position in laboratories involved in the production of genetically engineered drugs, gene therapy, microbiology, virology, forensic science, agriculture and environmental science. This program is designed for post-baccalaureate students. Students pursuing a four-year baccalaureate degree should follow the Biological Sciences Pre-Major (AS-T1) planning guide.
Biotechnology Lab Specialist - What is it?
The Biotechnology Laboratory Specialist Program prepares students for work in laboratories involved in any aspect of biotechnical 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, bioinformatics and tissue culture, both through classroom lectures and extensive hands-on laboratory learning experiences.
Certificate of Completion (37-38 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.
GPA of 2.0 or better for the entire program required.
Program Prerequisites:
Meet with an advisor to identify courses from the Program Prerequisite list below that must be taken before starting the Core Biotech Sequence of classes. Students entering the program must have received at least a 2.0 in each of these classes (or an equivalent course) within the last 5 years. Professional experience will also be considered.
Completion Requirements: Core Biotech Sequence (31-32 credits)
These courses are required for program completion.
Completion Requirements: Program Electives (6 credits)
6 elective credits are required for program completion. Choose any combination of the program electives to earn 6 total elective credits.
Additional options for electives:
Participation in the Biomanufacturing Training Program for High School Students (BIOL 111 , BIOL 112 , BIOL 113 ) will count as electives for the Biotech Certificate.
Other Shoreline Community College courses may be accepted as alternative electives with prior approval of a Biotechnology Lab Specialist faculty advisor.
Certificate Completion
To have this Certificate added to your transcript, after completion of all required courses please contact Jenifer Aydelotte in the Office of Instruction at jaydelotte@shoreline.edu or by phone at 206-546-4719.
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