Biotechnology
About
Pathway Description: This curriculum prepares individuals to apply scientific principles and technical skills in support of biologists and biotechnologists in research, industrial, and government settings. Coursework, most of which is hands-on, includes topics such as fermentation technology, cell culturing, protein purification, biologic synthesis, assaying and testing, quality control, industrial microbiology, bioprocessing, chromatography and bioseparation, genetic technology, laboratory and hazardous materials safety, and computer applications. Graduates should be qualified for employment in various biotechnology-related laboratory and manufacturing areas of industry and government, including research and development, QA, QC, process technicians, sales, and customer service.
Potential Careers
The following occupational information is provided by www.nccareers.org and is subject to change. The occupations list is not an exhaustive list and may include careers that require higher levels of education than those provided at NCCCS colleges.
