Learn how to apply the biological sciences toward a career in biological or industrial research with the Biotechnology program at Collin College. Biotechnologists improve crops, help create life-saving medical procedures and search for alternative fuels in addition to hundreds of other scientific endeavors.
If you want to learn how to improve others’ lives through biotechnology, Collin College’s program is a great way to start. Study biology, biotechnology and genetics enroute to a certificate qualifying you for a career in biological research or industrial laboratory work. Are you a returning student? You can also benefit from the new methods and technologies related to agriculture, medicine, pharmaceuticals and other applications.
Planning to transfer to another college or a university? Be sure to consult an advisor about which biotechnology coursework will be applicable to your intended college path before beginning the program.
Certificate Level 1 - Biotechnology
FIRST SEMESTER
BIOL 1414 – Introduction to Biotechnology I
BIOL 1415 – Introduction to Biotechnology II
BITC 1340 – Quality Assurance for the Biosciences
SECOND SEMESTER
total credit hours
15
Certificate Level 2 - Advanced Biotechnology
FIRST SEMESTER
BIOL 1406 – Biology for Science Majors I
BIOL 1414 – Introduction to Biotechnology I
BIOL 1415 – Introduction to Biotechnology II
MATH 1314 – College Algebra
second semester
BITC 1340 – Quality Assurance for the Biosciences
THIRD SEMESTER
BIOL 2416 – Genetics
BITC 2486 – Internship – Biology Technician/Biotechnology Laboratory Technician (Capstone) 1
BITC 2431 – Cell Culture Techniques
CHEM 1411 – General Chemistry I
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS
34
Students must be TSI complete.
Course Objectives
Once you’ve completed this course, you’ll be able to:
- Maintain a safe and productive work environment by following relevant safety policies, guidelines and regulations.
- Recognize unsafe conditions and take corrective and/or preventive action(s).
- Perform calculations and data analysis as related to work functions.
- Use equipment correctly as determined by manufacturers’ guidelines.
- Maintain inventory of raw materials, parts, components and/or equipment.
- Work collaboratively to collect and prepare samples according to established procedures and applicable sampling plans.
- Interpret and/or analyze data and results by creating charts/graphs.
- Communicate ideas in both verbal and written form.
Who Should Enroll?
Those wanting to learn/upskill/reskill in modern biotechnology techniques.
Ready to take the next step?
Email: bkirkpatrick@collin.edu
Call: (972)578-5513
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