Biotechnology Overview (2158)
Type of Award
AS - Associate in Science
Program Website
www.palmbeachstate.edu/career-pathways/pathway-stem.aspx
Program Description
This degree program is designed for students who will seek employment as biotechnology research technicians, biological technicians, cell culture technicians or biotechnology manufacturing technicians, or for persons wanting career advancement already employed in the field. Course content includes biology and chemistry concepts, algebraic and statistical analysis, basic microbiology concepts, biohazard and safety procedures, human anatomy and physiology, core biotechnical laboratory techniques and industry workplace experience.
Program Learning Outcomes
For detailed information, visit www.palmbeachstate.edu/learningoutcomes/Program-Learning-Outcomes
Admission Requirements
Completion Requirements
Students must successfully complete all courses listed in the catalog for this program with a grade of C or higher.
Program Length
The program can be finished in two years of full-time enrollment or three years part-time.
Location
The program is offered at the Palm Beach Gardens campus.
For More Information
Dr. Alexandra Gorgevska, Department Chair for Biotechnology & Natural Science gorgevsa@palmbeachstate.edu, (561) 207-5003
Employment Opportunities
The program prepares the student for employment in entry-level biotechnology positions. Students can work in the biotechnology industry, pharmaceutical manufacturing and related industries.
Career Path Notes
Courses from this program may transfer into Palm Beach State’s Bachelor of Applied Science program in Supervision and Management. For more information, visit: www.palmbeachstate.edu/Bachelors
In addition, courses from this program may transfer to other colleges and universities that allow students to transfer into a four-year program. For more information, contact the college or university to which you wish to transfer.
Career Center
www.palmbeachstate.edu/Career
For more information about employment opportunities, including job outlook and salary information, visit: Occupational Outlook Handbook: www.bls.gov/ooh
O-Net Online: www.onetonline.org
Required courses:
General Education (Credits: 16)
| ENC1101 | College Composition 1 (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| Any course from Mathematics-Area III with a MAC prefix | 3 credits |
| BSC1010 | Principles of Biology 1 (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| BSC1010L | Principles of Biology 1 Lab (AA) | 1 credits (3 lab hours) |
| Any course from Humanities - Area II | 3 credits |
| Any course from Social Science - Area V | 3 credits |
Required Courses (Credits: 45)
| BSC2421 | Introduction to Biotechnology (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| And | |
| BSC2421L | Introduction to Biotechnology Lab (AA) | 2 credits (6 lab hours) |
| Or | |
| BSC1404C | Introduction to Biotechnological Methods (AS) | 5 credits (3 lecture hours, 6 lab hours) |
| BSC2420 | Biotechnology 1 (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| BSC2420L | Biotechnology 1 Lab (AA) | 2 credits (6 lab hours) |
| BSC2427 | Biotechnology 2, Molecular Biology, Cell and Immunobiology (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| BSC2427L | Biotechnology 2, Molecular Biology, Cell and Immunobiology Lab (AA) | 2 credits (6 lab hours) |
| BSC2945C | Biotechnology Internship (AA) | 2 credits (1 lecture hour, 10 lab hours) |
| BSC2416C | Introduction to Tissue Culture Lab (AA) | 2 credits (1 lecture hour, 3 lab hours) |
| BSC2426C | Introduction to Biotechnology Instrumentation Lab (AA) | 2 credits (1 lecture hour, 3 lab hours) |
| BSC2435 | Introduction to Bioinformatics (AA) | 1 credits (1 lecture hours) |
| CHM1045 | General Chemistry 1 (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| CHM1045L | General Chemistry 1 Lab (AA) | 1 credits (3 lab hours) |
| CHM1046 | General Chemistry 2 (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| CHM1046L | General Chemistry 2 Lab (AA) | 1 credits (3 lab hours) |
| CHM2210 | Organic Chemistry 1 (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| CHM2210L | Organic Chemistry 1 Lab (AA) | 1 credits (4 lab hours) |
| CHM2211 | Organic Chemistry 2 (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| CHM2211L | Organic Chemistry 2 Lab (AA) | 1 credits (4 lab hours) |
| MCB2010 | Microbiology (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| MCB2010L | Microbiology Lab (AA) | 1 credits (2 lab hours) |
| STA2023 | Statistics (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
BSC1404C: A challenge exam is available for those students who qualify to take this course. Those who do not pass the exam will be advised to take BSC2421 and BSC2421L. See Program Director for details.
Total Credit Hours: 61
Course Sequence
Term One - Fall (Year One) (Credits: 14)
| ENC1101 | College Composition 1 (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| Any course from Mathematics-Area III with a MAC prefix | 3 credits |
| BSC1010 | Principles of Biology 1 (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| BSC1010L | Principles of Biology 1 Lab (AA) | 1 credits (3 lab hours) |
| CHM1045 | General Chemistry 1 (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| CHM1045L | General Chemistry 1 Lab (AA) | 1 credits (3 lab hours) |
Term Two - Spring (Year One) (Credits: 16)
| BSC2421 | Introduction to Biotechnology (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| And | |
| BSC2421L | Introduction to Biotechnology Lab (AA) | 2 credits (6 lab hours) |
| Or | |
| BSC1404C | Introduction to Biotechnological Methods (AS) | 5 credits (3 lecture hours, 6 lab hours) |
| Any course from Humanities - Area II | 3 credits |
| CHM1046 | General Chemistry 2 (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| CHM1046L | General Chemistry 2 Lab (AA) | 1 credits (3 lab hours) |
| MCB2010 | Microbiology (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| MCB2010L | Microbiology Lab (AA) | 1 credits (2 lab hours) |
BSC1404C: A challenge exam is available for those students who qualify to take this course. Those who do not pass the exam will be advised to take BSC2421 and BSC2421L. See Program Director for details.
Term One - Fall (Year Two) (Credits: 16)
| Any course from Social Science - Area V | 3 credits |
| BSC2420 | Biotechnology 1 (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| BSC2420L | Biotechnology 1 Lab (AA) | 2 credits (6 lab hours) |
| BSC2416C | Introduction to Tissue Culture Lab (AA) | 2 credits (1 lecture hour, 3 lab hours) |
| BSC2426C | Introduction to Biotechnology Instrumentation Lab (AA) | 2 credits (1 lecture hour, 3 lab hours) |
| CHM2210 | Organic Chemistry 1 (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| CHM2210L | Organic Chemistry 1 Lab (AA) | 1 credits (4 lab hours) |
Term Two - Spring (Year Two) (Credits: 13)
| BSC2427 | Biotechnology 2, Molecular Biology, Cell and Immunobiology (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| BSC2427L | Biotechnology 2, Molecular Biology, Cell and Immunobiology Lab (AA) | 2 credits (6 lab hours) |
| BSC2435 | Introduction to Bioinformatics (AA) | 1 credits (1 lecture hours) |
| CHM2211 | Organic Chemistry 2 (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
| CHM2211L | Organic Chemistry 2 Lab (AA) | 1 credits (4 lab hours) |
| STA2023 | Statistics (AA) | 3 credits (3 lecture hours) |
Term Three - Summer (Year Two) (Credits: 2)
| BSC2945C | Biotechnology Internship (AA) | 2 credits (1 lecture hour, 10 lab hours) |
Total Credit Hours: 61