Biotechnology

Curriculum Description

Science and Math: Biotechnology

Career Cluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math

Pathway:  Science and Mathematics

Program Major Biotechnology

Pathway Description

The Biotechnology curriculum, which has emerged from molecular biology and chemical engineering, is designed to meet the increasing demands for skilled laboratory technicians in various fields of biological and chemical technology.

Course work emphasizes biology, chemistry, mathematics, and technical communications. The curriculum objectives are designed to prepare graduates to serve in three distinct capacities: research assistant to a biologist or chemist, laboratory technician/instrumentation technician, and quality control/quality assurance technician.

Graduates should be qualified for employment in various areas of industry and government, including research and development, manufacturing, sales, and customer service.

Program Major Description

A program that focuses on the application of the biological sciences, biochemistry, and genetics to the preparation of new and enhanced agricultural, environmental, clinical, and industrial products, including the commercial exploitation of microbes, plants, and animals. Potential course work includes instruction in general biology, general and organic chemistry, physics, biochemistry, molecular biology, immunology, microbiology, genetics, and cellular biology.

The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow this plan should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.

Associate in Applied Science

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NC CIP: 26.1201
Day, Evening
POS Approved: Fall 2021

Fall Semester

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Clinical/WBL Hours	Credit Hours
BIO 111	General Biology I	3	3	0	4
ENG 111	Writing and Inquiry	3	0	0	3

Select one:

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Clinical/WBL Hours	Credit Hours
CHM 131 AND	Introduction to Chemistry REVISED	(3)	(0)	(0)	(3)
CHM 131A OR	Introduction to Chemistry Lab	(0)	(3)	(0)	(1)
CHM 151	General Chemistry I REVISED	3	3	0	4

Select one:

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Clinical/WBL Hours	Credit Hours
CIS 110 OR	Introduction to Computers	(2)	(2)	(0)	(3)
CIS 111	Basic PC Literacy	1	2	0	2

Select one:

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Clinical/WBL Hours	Credit Hours
MAT 110 OR	Mathematical Measurement and Literacy	2	2	0	3
MAT 143 OR	Quantitative Literacy	(2)	(2)	(0)	(3)
MAT 171	Precalculus Algebra	(3)	(2)	(0)	(4)

Totals

Class Hours: 12
Lab/Shop Hours: 10
Clinical/WBL Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 16

Spring Semester

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Clinical/WBL Hours	Credit Hours
BIO 112	General Biology II	3	3	0	4
BTC 150	Bioethics	3	0	0	3
MAT 152	Statistical Methods I	3	2	0	4

Select one:

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Clinical/WBL Hours	Credit Hours
CHM 132 OR	Organic and Biochemistry REVISED	(3)	(3)	(0)	(4)
CHM 152	General Chemistry II REVISED	3	3	0	4

Select one:

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Clinical/WBL Hours	Credit Hours
PSY 118 OR	Interpersonal Psychology	(3)	(0)	(0)	(3)
PSY 150	General Psychology	3	0	0	3

Totals

Class Hours: 15
Lab/Shop Hours: 8
Clinical/WBL Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 18

Fall Semester

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Clinical/WBL Hours	Credit Hours
BTC 181	Basic Lab Techniques	3	3	0	4
___ ___	Humanities/Fine Arts Elective	**	**	0	3

Select one:

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Clinical/WBL Hours	Credit Hours
___ ___ OR	Technical Specialty Elective	*	*	*	3
___ ___ OR	Technical Specialty Elective	(**)	(**)	(**)	(4)
___ ___	Technical Specialty Elective	(**)	(**)	(**)	(5)

Select one:

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Clinical/WBL Hours	Credit Hours
___ ___ OR	Technical Specialty Elective	(*)	(*)	(*)	(3)
___ ___ OR	Technical Specialty Elective **	**	**	**	4
___ ___	Technical Specialty Elective	(**)	(**)	(**)	(5)

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Clinical/WBL Hours	Credit Hours
BIO 250	Genetics	3	3	0	4

Totals

Class Hours: 6
Lab/Shop Hours: 6
Clinical/WBL Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 18

Spring Semester

Select one:

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Clinical/WBL Hours	Credit Hours
COM 231 OR	Public Speaking	3	0	0	3
ENG 112 OR	Writing/Research in the Disc	(3)	(0)	(0)	(3)
ENG 114	Prof Research & Reporting	(3)	(0)	(0)	(3)

Select one:

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Clinical/WBL Hours	Credit Hours
___ ___ OR	Technical Specialty Elective	(*)	(*)	(*)	(3)
___ ___ OR	Technical Specialty Elective	**	**	**	4
___ ___	Technical Specialty Elective	(**)	(**)	(**)	(5)

Select one:

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Clinical/WBL Hours	Credit Hours
BTC 288 OR	Biotechnology Lab Experience	(0)	(6)	(0)	(2)
WBL 111 OR	Work-Based Learning I	0	0	10	1
WBL 112	Work-Based Learning I	(0)	(0)	(20)	(2)

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Clinical/WBL Hours	Credit Hours
BIO 275	Microbiology	3	3	0	4

Totals

Class Hours: 6
Lab/Shop Hours: 3
Clinical/WBL Hours: 10
Credit Hours: 12

Total Credit Hours: 64

Legend

• : Comprehensive Articulation Agreement - This course is recommended for students transferring to a four-year university.
• : Local Requirement
• : Instructional Service Agreement
• : Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC)
• : Global Distinction
• : Requisite(s)

Additional Information

Technical Specialty Electives — Select a minimum of 11 credit hours: BTC 270, BTC 281, BTC 282, BTC 283, BTC 285, BTC 286, CHM 263, NAN 251

Humanities/Fine Arts Elective — Select one: HUM 110, HUM 220, PHI 215, or PHI 240. Consult an academic advisor concerning other possible electives.

**Hours will vary depending on course selection.

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