Pre-Biotechnology (Phase I)
Certificate
Program Start Date: Any Term
Minimum Program Length: 2 terms day and/or evening
Note: Students required to take Transitional Studies courses or who elect to attend part-time will take longer to complete the designated program.
Program Description
The Certificate in Pre-Biotechnology provides fundamental biological science, chemistry, and mathematical knowledge as well as the development of critical thinking skills for the student who desires a career in Biotechnology. The two-semester curriculum includes general education college transfer courses as well as the core science classes required for the successful completion of the second year science curriculum at Greenville Technical College.
Gainful Employment Disclosure information
This program falls under Gainful Employment Disclosure regulations, a
rule by the U.S. Education Department. Each program that falls under these regulations is required to report:
- Occupation, SOC code, and links to profile on O*NET
- Costs – tuition/fees and books/supplies
- On-time graduation (completion) rate for program.
- Job placement rate for students completing program
- Median
loan debt incurred by students as provided by ED (identified separately
as Title IV loan debt and private educational loan debt)
Practical Experience
Students are provided hands-on biology and chemistry laboratory scenarios in which they develop and hone laboratory skills. Additionally, students are given the opportunity to use up-to-date microcomputer hardware and software similar to that used in business and industry. All courses will provide critical thinking skills that will allow for effective communication, team building and problem-solving skills stressed in the work place.
Professional Opportunities
Accelerated promotion opportunities within biotechnology facilities.
Unique Aspects
This program prepares students for the Associate Degree in Health Science with a major in Biotechnology. Credits earned in this program may be applied to completion of the 2 year Associate Degree with a major in Biotechnology as well as course requirements for an AA or AS Degree.
EEDA Career Cluster
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
Course Requirements for Pre-Biotechnology - Phase I
A. General Education Courses (followed by number of credit hours)
BIO 101 Biological Science I (4)
CHM 110 College Chemistry I (4)
ENG 101 English Composition I (3)
SPC 205 Public Speaking (3)
Humanities Elective (3)
CHM 111 College Chemistry II (4)
CPT 101 Introduction to Computers (3)
ENG 260 Advanced Technical Communications (3)
MAT 120 Probability & Statistics (3)
Social Science Elective (3)
B. Major Courses* (followed by number of credit hours)
CHM 213 Biochemistry (3)
CHM 214 Biochemistry Laboratory (1)
C. Electives and/or Other Additional Courses Required for Graduation
None
Minimum semester credit hours required for graduation: 33
*Offered at SCC but not required for the Pre-Biotechnology certificate