Biotechnology Laboratory Technology
Overview
Biotechnology laboratory technology programs prepare people to work with biologists and biotechnicians in research laboratories.Biotechnology laboratory technology programs include topics such as:
- Fermentation technology
- Cell culturing
- Biology synthesis
- Quality control
- Genetic technology
- Laboratory and hazardous materials safety
- Microbiology
- Immunology
Schools
Many community colleges and technical schools offer certificate and associate degree programs in biotechnology laboratory technology. A certificate program usually takes a year of full-time study. An associate degree program at a community college usually takes two years of full-time study to complete.
Several colleges and universities offer bachelor's degrees in biotechnology laboratory technology. A bachelor's degree usually takes about four years of full-time study.
See schools that offer this program.
Related Educational Programs
- Biochemistry
- Biological Sciences, General
- Biomedical Sciences, General
- Biotechnology
- Cell Biology
- Chemistry
- Cytotechnology
- Genetics
- Immunology
- Medical Laboratory Assisting
- Medical Laboratory Science
- Microbiology
- Molecular Biology
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Program Admission
Proprietary schools, colleges, and universities all offer this program. If you want to study at a proprietary school, you can prepare for this program of study by completing your high school diploma or getting a GED. If you want to study at a college or university, you can prepare for this program by taking the following courses: four years of English, three years of math, three years of social studies, and two years of science. Some colleges also require two years of a second language.
You may also be required to pass proficiency tests in algebra, English, and biology.
Below is a list of high school courses that will help prepare you for this program of study:
- Advanced Algebra courses
- Advanced Biology courses
- Advanced Chemistry courses
- Algebra
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Basic Computer
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Community Health
- Computer Technology
- General Computer Applications
- Healthcare Occupations
- Healthcare Sciences Work Experience
- Life and Physical Sciences Lab Assistant
- Medical Lab Technology
- Physical Science
- Physics
- Pre-Algebra
- Safety and First Aid
Typical Course Work
Program Courses
This program typically includes courses in the following subjects:
- Applied Immunology
- Biology
- Biomolecular Principles
- Bioseparations
- Cell Culture and Cell Function
- Computer Information Systems
- Essentials of Organic and Biochemistry
- Genetics
- Immunology and Immunological Methods
- Introduction to Biotechnology
- Laboratory Management
- Laboratory Math
- Laboratory Safety
- Laboratory Techniques and Instruments
- Media Preparation
- Microbiology
- Nucleic Acid Methods
- Protein Biotechnology
- Regulatory Compliance
- Techniques in Molecular Biology
- Tissue Culture
Many programs also require that you take general education courses in areas such as composition, the humanities, and the social and behavioral sciences.
Almost all programs include a practicum or clinical rotation in their curriculum. Possible ways to apply biotechnology extend throughout many different fields, from agriculture to pharmaceuticals. The practicums are valuable hands-on opportunities to use your knowledge and skills within these different biotechnological settings.
Things to Know
A certificate or associate degree in biotechnology prepares you to work in a lab as a technician.
Schools
King-Snohomish Area
Bellevue College
- Molecular Science Technician
Shoreline Community College
- Biotechnology Lab Specialist