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Biotechnology
Option to Liberal Arts and Sciences, (AAS.BIT)
This program prepares students for laboratory technician
positions in research and industrial laboratories engaged
in biotechnology. Graduates may choose career paths
in medical, pharmaceutical, agricultural, environmental,
or forensic science industries, as well as basic biological
research.
The program provides both theoretical and practical
knowledge of the biotechnology field. Hands-on training
utilizing industry standard equipment to perform both
routine and specialized experimental techniques is
emphasized. Through lecture courses and extensive
laboratory experiences the student will be trained in a
broad range of techniques involving molecular genetics,
protein recovery, cell culture, and microbial growth control.
Record keeping, interpretation and trouble shooting of
experiments, and interpersonal skills are also emphasized.
Graduates of this program should be able to:
Enter the field as a biotechnology laboratory
technician.
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Apply critical thinking and problem solving skills in the
analysis of data, in the design of experimental
procedures and evaluation of outcomes.
Knowledge of the terms, techniques and theories
applied to Biotechnology.
Demonstrate good laboratory skills.
70 Burlington County College
General Education Courses † Credits
Written & Oral Communications 6
Mathematics (MTH 107 required) 3
Natural Science (BIO 103/104 required) 4
Social Science 3
Arts & Humanities
Additional General Education Requirements
3
(Required – Any diversity course listed on Pg 39) 3
Total 22
† See General Education Requirements on page 43.
Program Courses Credits
BIO 107 General Biology II 3
BIO 108 General Biology II Laboratory 1
BIO 155 Basic Microbiology 3
BIO 156 Basic Microbiology Laboratory 1
BIT 103 Introduction to Biotechnology 3
BIT 150 Basic Laboratory Techniques
for Biotechnology 2
BIT 210 Molecular Genetics 3
BIT 214 Cell Culture and Microbial Fermentation 3
BIT 220 Protein Recovery and Purification 3
BIT 230 Biotechnology Seminar I 1
CHE 115 General Chemistry I 3
CHE 116 General Chemistry I Laboratory 1
CHE 117 General Chemistry II 3
CHE 118 General Chemistry II Laboratory 1
CHE 240 Organic Chemistry I 3
CHE 241 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory 1
Total 35
Electives (CHE 242/243 recommended) 7
Total Required for Degree 64