Code: AS.NSM.BIOTECH

The Biotechnology option is designed to prepare students to transferring to a bachelor’s degree program in Biology with a specialization in Biotechnology or enter the workforce as a laboratory technologist in the field. Students take a year of General Biology, a two semester sequence in Biotechnology and Bioinformatics plus a foundation of supporting Mathematics, Science and General Education courses.

Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the methodology of biotechnology, including genetic modification, isolation, purification, and analysis of nucleic acids and proteins.
2. Acquire the necessary skills to properly handle genetically modified organisms and employ the safeguards necessary when working with such organisms.
3. Acquire laboratory competence by developing and refining technical and analytical skills.
4. Demonstrate the ability to critically examine information and discover new knowledge through rigorous scientific reasoning.
5. Demonstrate knowledge of the practice of proper scientific laboratory record keeping.
6. Acquire knowledge of a variety of currently available genomic and proteomic databases.
7. Acquire the skills required to analyze biological sequences and interpret the results of their analyses.