# BIOTECHNOLOGY (Certificate of Achievement)

Rio Hondo College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Biotechnology

Source: https://riohondo.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/22178/25325/24035/25457/24175

### Description

This certificate of achievement comprises three foundational courses that give students background and practical experience in the techniques and applications of biotechnology in a contemporary laboratory setting. The certificate is also designed to be a springboard into a wide array of technical and theoretical fields in the natural sciences, including biology, medicine, pharmaceuticals, and agriculture.

To acquire the **Certificate of Achievement in Biotechnology,** it is necessary to complete the following courses:

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required Courses** | | 13 |
| BIOT 100 | Introduction to Biotechnology | 4 |
| BIOT 110 | Introduction to Biotechnology Techniques and Applications | 4 |
| CHEM 110 | Chemistry for Allied Health Majors | 5 |
| or CHEM 120 | Introduction to Chemistry | 5 |
| **Total** | | **13** |