Biotechnology BTN.S.AAS

Associate of Applied Science - 61 - 64 Credit Hours

Division: Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Department: Biotechnology
Effective as of Fall 2023

What is the program about?

The Associate of Applied Science in Biotechnology provides a full range of courses to prepare students for entry-level positions in the biotechnology field. The academic curriculum provides a background in historical development of biotechnology, bioethics, safety, reagent preparation, cell culture techniques, protein purification and analysis techniques, microbiology and fermentation methods, molecular biology (DNA) techniques and bioinformatics. With advances in molecular and cellular biology, the biotechnology industry has expanded in scope to include human diagnoses and therapeutics, agricultural and veterinary applications, food production and environmental cleanup.

Program Outcomes

• Demonstrate effective communication of scientific information.
• Explain the foundational concepts behind applied biological principles, biological processes, and biotechnology techniques.
• Exhibit proficiency in applied biotechnology laboratory techniques including acquisition of data, analysis of data, and the development of evidence-based conclusions.
• Demonstrate ethical practices in biotechnology research and model workplace professionalism.

Career Opportunities

This degree program prepares graduates to enter the biotechnology workforce as entry-level technicians and conduct a variety of basic and advanced laboratory techniques used in biomedical research.

Transferability

Formal articulation agreements with other colleges and universities indicate how Sinclair programs and courses will transfer to other institutions.

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