# Biotechnology Laboratory Technician: Food Safety (Certificate of Achievement)

Santiago Canyon College · 2025-2026 Catalog · Department: Biology

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The Certificate of Achievement in Biotechnology Laboratory Technician of Food Safety is designed for students who wish to obtain the skills required to gain employment in industries influenced by biotechnology within the food industry as well as for incumbent workers seeking career opportunities. Upon completion of this certificate program, students will be eligible to obtain employment as laboratory assistants or quality assurance/ quality control (QA/QC) technicians, especially within the food industry.

### Program Courses & Requirements

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Biotechnology Laboratory Technician: Food Safety, CA** | | 10-11 |
| BIOL 191 | Biotech A: Basic Lab Skills | 4 |
| BIOL 196 | Food Safety | 2 |
| **Select BIOL 190/190L or BIOL 211** | |  |
| BIOL 190 | Introduction to Biotechnology | 3 |
| BIOL 190L | Introduction to Biotechnology Lab | 1 |
| BIOL 211 | Cellular and Molecular Biology | 5 |

### Learning Outcomes

-   Demonstrate an understanding of and follow workplace safety guidelines.
-   Demonstrate proficiency operating within a regulated environment as it pertains to food safety.