Research Laboratory Technology

Research Laboratory Technology Bachelor of Science

Bakersfield College’s Baccalaureate Degree Program in Research Laboratory Technology will train students in key skills, scientific theory, and laboratory practices to equip them for technician careers utilizing: (1) modern instrumentation for qualitative and quantitative sample analyses, (2) “good laboratory practice”, cleaning, and laboratory maintenance, (3) documentation skills for OSHA and other laboratory regulations and standards, and (4) computer systems for program management and reporting. To Achieve the Bachelor of Science: Upon completion of graduation requirements and the required degree courses with a C or P grade in each course, the student will be awarded a Bachelor of Science degree.

Program Learning Outcomes

• 1. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to demonstrate the use of common research instruments.

• 2. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to diagnose solutions to maintenance issues of research instruments

• 3. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to design project management systems for effective laboratory support.

• 4. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to interpret laboratory regulations for implementation.

• 5. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to present findings from a research project.

Program Requirements