Biotechnology Laboratory Assistant

Summary

Program Description

The Certificate of Achievement prepares students for entry-level laboratory assistant positions in biotechnology related industry and academic laboratories. It is designed for students who are starting out in STEM, including recent high school graduates, students who are re-tooling or changing majors, and students proceeding to 4-year institutions who may want to work in a laboratory as they complete their studies.

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Career Opportunities

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Entry level laboratory assistant positions in pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries and academic research laboratories.

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Learning Outcome(s)

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1. Demonstrate knowledge and facility with standard laboratory methods and procedures, laboratory mathematics, proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials and good laboratory practices.
2. Demonstrate an ability to maintain a neat and readable scientific notebook, record data accurately, create and label appropriately tables and graphs and interpret results correctly.
3. Demonstrate an ability to work independently and as a member of a team and to read and interpret protocols and standard operating procedures accurately.
4. Demonstrate knowledge of basic concepts in chemistry and biology as they relate to biotechnology and the ethical concerns associated with recombinant DNA technologies.