Liberal Arts - A.A. Degree

Program Advisor: Gina Foley, 413-236-4522

Biotechnology is an expanding field which blends life sciences and engineering.  It is a well-established yet, at the same time, fast developing and diverse field. The biotechnology concentration offers skills and knowledge in medical, biotechnology, environmental, and chemical biotechnology, providing a strong foundation in subject matter, applications, and methodology of the field.

The curriculum prepares for emplyoment as well as transfer into baccalaureate programs.

BCC's biotechnology program is closely linked to baccalaureate programs in the region and coordinated with academic institutions and biotechnological industry in the Common- wealth. BCC's variety of science courses provides a solid founda-

tion and allows students to add special focus. Individually tailored internships help prepare students for their chosen career. This is a MassTransfer eligible program 

EXPECTED OUTCOMES

 Graduates of this program should be able to:

• Understand relevant principles of cell biology, microbiology, and genetics as they relate to medical, agricultural, environmental, and chemical biotechnologies.
  
• Perform laboratory work and analyses with cells, proteins, and genes as they relate to biotechnology fields.

• Demonstrate an understanding of concepts of experimental design, research and development.

• Understanding of concepts of workplace functions, standard operating procedures and professional protocols as they relate to biotechnological operations.
  
• Follow appropriate safety precautions, emergency response protocols and hazardous materials use and management typical of those found in biotechnology.

• Possess the academic skills, behaviors and attitudes to successfully pursue further studies in a Biotechnology-related discipline.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS:

To earn a degree in this program, a student must complete the 62 program and general education credits, plus the additional requirements, shown below.

SUGGESTED BLOCK FOR PROGRAM COMPLETION

The following is a suggestion for completing this program in two years. The actual time to complete the program may vary according to each student's individual needs.

Footnotes:

1. Independent Studies will be assigned in accordance with students' goals and performance. This may include internship opportunities in a biotechnology-related field.

2. Professional Electives may be chosen from BIO, CHM, ENV or ENT designated courses. Completion of an environmentally focused laboratory science (such as BIO 109 or 110, or ENV 101 or 102) will also fulfill the Environmental Studies requirement.