Biotechnology

Certificate School of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) · Merced College · 2026-2027 Catalog

The Certificate of Achievement in Biotechnology will be awarded upon the satisfactory completion of the 17 units from the courses listed below, with a minimum grade of a “C” (or P) in each course in the certificate and maintain a 2.0 GPA. It is intended that the student complete both courses in the CHEM-02 sequence. BIOL-04A, BIOL-C1000 (formerly BIOL-01), or BIOL-02 should be taken to satisfy the prerequisite requirement for BIOL-09.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

A. Students will be able to use equipment found in a standard biotechnology lab.

B. Demonstrate the application and comprehension of laboratory math skills where appropriate.

C. Demonstrate the preparation, comprehension, evaluation, and maintenance of standard documents associated with the biotechnology workplace.

D. Students will demonstrate problem-solving skills in the biotechnology laboratory.

E. Students will demonstrate an appropriate work ethic and demonstrate teamwork skills.

Program Requirements:

Program Core: (17 Units)

CourseTitleUnits
BIOL-09Introduction to Genetics3
BIOL-32Introduction to Biotechnology4
BIOL-32LIntroduction to Biotechnology Lab2
BIOL-33Biotechnology II: Advanced Laboratory Techniques and Theory4
CHEM-02BIntroductory Chemistry: Introduction to Organic and Biochemistry4
Total Units17

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