Biotechnology - Lab Assistant, COA

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. Students may fulfill the chem 3 requirement by passing the AP chem exam with a score of 3 or better.

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.
Preform calculations relating to work function.
Select and use appropriate computer tools.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

Apply the scientific method and appropriate experimental design.
Maintain an industry standard laboratory notebook.
Use and describe correct SOPs, 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.
Demonstrate proper use of common lab equipment.
Demonstrate effective interviewing skills to obtain employment in the biotechnology industry.
Follow relevant safety policies, guidelines, protocols and regulations.
Maintain a safe, clean contamination-free and clutter-free environment.
Document data and results according to established procedures.
Communicate information in an appropriate way.
Preform calculations relating to work function.

Complete the following courses:

BIOT 70 INTRODUCTION TO BIOTECHNOLOGY 3 Units
BIOT 70L INTRODUCTORY BIOTECHNOLOGY LABORATORY 1 Unit
BIOT 173 BIOTECHNOLOGY A: BASIC LAB SKILLS 4 Units
BIO 10 BIOCHEMISTRY FOR HEALTH SCIENCES 4 Units
OR
CHEM 3 FUNDAMENTAL CHEMISTRY 4 Units

Total Units Required: 12

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.

Catalog and Student Handbook

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