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Nov 21, 2024
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2019-2020 Catalog: September 2019 Edition [ARCHIVED]
Biotechnology - Lab Assistant, COA
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Biotechnology is the use of microorganisms or biological substances, such as enzymes, to solve problems; develop or make useful products; or preform specific manufacturing processes. The Biotechnology Laboratory Assistant Certificate of achievement is designed for students who wish to obtain the skills required to gain entry level employment in the biotechnology industry. Upon completion of the Biotechnology Laboratory Assistant Certificate program students will be eligible to obtain entry level employment as laboratory assistants in biotechnology industries such as pharmaceutical labs or research and development laboratories. There are no prerequisites or enrollment limitations for the program. Upon successful completion of the program students will have acquired the following knowledge and skills: Apply the scientific method and appropriate experimental design •Maintain an industry standard laboratory notebook. Use and complete correct Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Procedures (GMPs) and other required documentation common in a biotechnology laboratory. Demonstrate ability to accurately and safely preform standard lab techniques such as pipetting, metrology, aseptic technique. Maintain a safe, clean contamination-free and clutter-free environment. Communicate information in an appropriate way. Perform calculations relating to work function. Select and use appropriate computer tools.
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Complete the following courses:
To earn the certificate of achievement:
See Earning a Certificate for certificate information and requirements.
Note:
See an IVC counselor for course substitution if a course is not available.
Third-party credentialing:
Third-party credentialing may be subject to change without notice. This information is accurate as of the publication date of this catalog. For the most current information, please consult with the area dean.
Guided Pathway
 About This Roadmap:
Below is a suggested major roadmap from discipline experts. This roadmap, based on IVC’s 2018-2019 course catalog, will give you an idea of the suggested order of classes you need to take to complete this degree at IVC; however, please make sure to meet with an IVC counselor to personalize your My Academic Plan (MAP) and verify courses according to the catalog year appropriate to your enrollment. In addition, students who plan on transferring to a university should speak with a counselor to review courses needed, as major course requirements for transfer may be different from the suggested list.
About Guided Pathways:
Guided Pathways is a state- and nation-wide initiative to help students enter an area of study pathway, help them stay on their path, and provide them with the information and support they need to complete their academic goals in a timeframe tailored for them.
Year 1, Fall Semester:
Complete the following courses in the fall semester of your first year of attendance:
Year 1, Spring Semester:
Complete the following courses in the spring semester of your first year of attendance:
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