Sinclair Community College

Biotechnology (BTN.S.AAS)

64.0 Credit Hours

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

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Demonstrate the ability to think logically and solve problems using analysis, synthesis and evaluation.

Recognize and articulate an understanding of the increasing interdependence of world cultures and their consequences.

Communicate effectively in a variety of ways with varied audiences through: writing skills, oral communication skills, listening skills, reading skills and computer literacy.

Demonstrate knowledge of various experimental systems, including bacterial cultures, mammalian cell cultures and recombinant DNA technology.

Demonstrate a strong foundation in the natural sciences and the reasoning skills needed for successfully executing laboratory protocols.

Curriculum

Ohio Transfer Module: Social & Behavioral Sciences Elective
3 credit hours

Ohio Transfer Module: Arts & Humanities Elective
6 credit hours

BIO 1107

Human Biology

3 credit hours

BIO 1111

General Biology I

4 credit hours

BIO 1211

General Biology II

4 credit hours

BIS 1120

Computer Concepts & Applications

3 credit hours

BTN 1110

Biotechnology & Bioethics

3 credit hours

BTN 1120

Laboratory Safety & Regulatory Compliance

2 credit hours

BTN 1130

Biological Reagents Preparation

3 credit hours

BTN 1140

Cell Culture

2 credit hours

BTN 1201

Biotechnology Careers

2 credit hours

BTN 2210

Protein Purification & Analysis

4 credit hours

BTN 2220

Microbiology & Fermentation Methods

3 credit hours

BTN 2230

Molecular Biology Techniques

4 credit hours

CHE 1111

Introduction to Chemistry I

4 credit hours

COM 2211

Effective Public Speaking

3 credit hours

ENG 1101

English Composition I

3 credit hours

ENG 1201

English Composition II

3 credit hours

MAT 1470

College Algebra

4 credit hours

SCC 1101

First Year Experience

1 credit hour

Biotechnology (BTN.S.AAS)

64.0 Credit Hours

Program Outcomes

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Demonstrate the ability to think logically and solve problems using analysis, synthesis and evaluation.

Recognize and articulate an understanding of the increasing interdependence of world cultures and their consequences.

Communicate effectively in a variety of ways with varied audiences through: writing skills, oral communication skills, listening skills, reading skills and computer literacy.

Demonstrate knowledge of various experimental systems, including bacterial cultures, mammalian cell cultures and recombinant DNA technology.

Demonstrate a strong foundation in the natural sciences and the reasoning skills needed for successfully executing laboratory protocols.

Curriculum

3 credit hours Ohio Transfer Module: Social & Behavioral Sciences Elective

6 credit hours Ohio Transfer Module: Arts & Humanities Elective

3 credit hours BIO 1107: Human Biology

4 credit hours BIO 1111: General Biology I

4 credit hours BIO 1211: General Biology II

3 credit hours BIS 1120: Computer Concepts & Applications

3 credit hours BTN 1110: Biotechnology & Bioethics

2 credit hours BTN 1120: Laboratory Safety & Regulatory Compliance

3 credit hours BTN 1130: Biological Reagents Preparation

2 credit hours BTN 1140: Cell Culture

2 credit hours BTN 1201: Biotechnology Careers

4 credit hours BTN 2210: Protein Purification & Analysis

3 credit hours BTN 2220: Microbiology & Fermentation Methods

4 credit hours BTN 2230: Molecular Biology Techniques

4 credit hours CHE 1111: Introduction to Chemistry I

3 credit hours COM 2211: Effective Public Speaking

3 credit hours ENG 1101: English Composition I

3 credit hours ENG 1201: English Composition II

4 credit hours MAT 1470: College Algebra

1 credit hour SCC 1101: First Year Experience

Ohio Transfer Module: Social & Behavioral Sciences Elective

Ohio Transfer Module: Arts & Humanities Elective

BIO 1107 Human Biology
Credit Hours: 3.0
Department: Biology
Division: Science, Mathematics and Engineering

The survey course studying the structure and function of the human body. Topics include introductory terminology, cytology, the integumentary system, the skeletal system, the muscular system, the nervous system, the endocrine system, the cardiovascular system, (blood, heart and blood vessels), the lymphatic system, the respiratory system, the digestive system, the urinary system and the reproductive system. Two classroom, two lab hours per week.

BIO 1111 General Biology I
Credit Hours: 4.0
Department: Biology
Division: Science, Mathematics and Engineering

This course is designed as the first in a series of two general education science courses. Covers basic chemistry and biochemistry; cellular and molecular biology. Three classroom, two lab hours per week.

BIO 1211 General Biology II
Credit Hours: 4.0
Department: Biology
Division: Science, Mathematics and Engineering

This course is designed as the second in a series of two general education science courses. Covers evolution, biodiversity and ecology. Three classroom, two lab hours per week.

BIS 1120 Computer Concepts & Applications
Credit Hours: 3.0
Department: Business Information Systems
Division: Business and Public Services

Introduces students to personal computer concepts including hardware, system software, application software and the Internet. Learn the components of computer systems and develop a broad understanding of computer hardware and emerging technologies. Utilize productivity software such as word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and database. Learn Internet concepts that will allow them to use email systems and currently popular Web browsers to work with websites and Internet applications.

BTN 1110 Biotechnology & Bioethics
Credit Hours: 3.0
Department: Biotechnology
Division: Science, Mathematics and Engineering

Introduction to the major fields in biotechnology and the basic science involved in understanding those fields.

BTN 1120 Laboratory Safety & Regulatory Compliance
Credit Hours: 2.0
Department: Biotechnology
Division: Science, Mathematics and Engineering

Introduction to lab safety culture, precautionary labels, Material Safety Data Sheets, using personal protective equipment, handling lab equipment safely, handling , storing and disposing of chemicals safely, using emergency equipment as well as safety planning.

BTN 1130 Biological Reagents Preparation
Credit Hours: 3.0
Department: Biotechnology
Division: Science, Mathematics and Engineering

Basic understanding and overview of chemical grades of reagents used in biological research with an emphasis on chemical formulas and preparation of biological media and reagents. Two classroom, three lab hours per week.

BTN 1140 Cell Culture
Credit Hours: 2.0
Department: Biotechnology
Division: Science, Mathematics and Engineering

Introduction to cell culturing techniques. One classroom, two lab hours per week.

BTN 1201 Biotechnology Careers
Credit Hours: 2.0
Department: Biotechnology
Division: Science, Mathematics and Engineering

To discover career opportunities, develop a resume/cover letter and increase interviewing skills for the biotechnology industry.

BTN 2210 Protein Purification & Analysis
Credit Hours: 4.0
Department: Biotechnology
Division: Science, Mathematics and Engineering

Introduction to protein purification, isolation quantification and analysis. Two classroom, four lab hours per week.

BTN 2220 Microbiology & Fermentation Methods
Credit Hours: 3.0
Department: Biotechnology
Division: Science, Mathematics and Engineering

Introduction to fermentation and microbial metabolism. Two classroom, three lab hours per week.

BTN 2230 Molecular Biology Techniques
Credit Hours: 4.0
Department: Biotechnology
Division: Science, Mathematics and Engineering

Structure and function of macromolecules and their interactions in DNA replication, DNA cloning and genetic engineering techniques analysis, introduction to public domain DNA and protein sequence databases, use of software and internet resources for database searching. Two classroom, four lab hours per week.

CHE 1111 Introduction to Chemistry I
Credit Hours: 4.0
Department: Chemistry
Division: Science, Mathematics and Engineering

An introductory survey course for students pursuing health science degrees or who have not previously taken high school chemistry. Topics include matter and measurement, atoms and molecules, chemical reactions, energy changes, atomic structure and bonding, acid/base chemistry, chemical kinetics, nuclear chemistry and organic chemistry. Three classroom hours, two lab hours per week.

COM 2211 Effective Public Speaking
Credit Hours: 3.0
Department: Department of Communication
Division: Liberal Arts, Communication and Social Sciences

Designed to improve speaking and listening skills through the study and application of public speaking structure, content and style.

ENG 1101 English Composition I
Credit Hours: 3.0
Department: English
Division: Liberal Arts, Communication and Social Sciences

In English Composition I students learn reflective, analytical and argumentative writing strategies, incorporating sources and personal experience. Students will negotiate between public and private rhetorical situations and purposes to achieve academic literacy. They will write multiple drafts using a recursive writing process as they work toward fluency in style and mechanics.

ENG 1201 English Composition II
Credit Hours: 3.0
Department: English
Division: Liberal Arts, Communication and Social Sciences

English Composition II, building on the skills in English Composition I, develops rhetorical literacy through research, critical reading and multigenre writing tasks. Through major and minor, cumulative and stand-alone assignments, students construct arguments and analyses, ethically incorporating academic sources while developing their own voices as writers and citizens.

MAT 1470 College Algebra
Credit Hours: 4.0
Department: Mathematics
Division: Science, Mathematics and Engineering

Polynomial, radical, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions and their graphs; roots of polynomial functions, rational and polynomial inequalities; conic sections; systems of linear and nonlinear equations; matrices; sequences and series; and applications. A scientific (nongraphing) calculator is required in most sections; however, some sections will require the use of a graphing calculator.

SCC 1101 First Year Experience
Credit Hours: 1.0
Department: Sinclair Community College
Division: Liberal Arts, Communication and Social Sciences

This course is designed to help new students make a successful transition to Sinclair Community College. Topics include college resources; academic, career and personal goals; learning styles; the learning process; financial responsibility; stress and wellness; and an introduction to the general education competencies at Sinclair.

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