Biotechnology will be dealing with the working of the cell and the secrets of DNA finger-printing. This course also includes delving into molecular, engineering microbe, and cloning tissues. It is a state-of-the-art technology facility led by a highly skilled staff.
Biotechnology provides a sampling of many areas in science as well as serving as a door to others.
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- Develop and refine laboratory and research skills
- Stimulate interest in research skills
- Encourage development of scientific, investigative and reporting techniques
- Improve laboratory skills through a regimen of hands-on problem solving and computer simulation activities
- Engage in assessment of ongoing scientific research by communications with professionals actively engaged in complex scientific research
- Explore the complexities of scientific research in a state-of-the-art facility
- Expand first-hand knowledge and understanding of the role science plays in everyday experiences
- Expand awareness of possible career choices in the fields of biotechnology
- Explore the ethical principles of science
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- College level reading, writing, listening skills
- Excellent note taking
- Excellent fine motor skills
- Ability to make presentations at seminars/written reports to scientists
- Organization and attention to task are CRITICAL
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- Completion of Biology with a B or better
- Have taken or are taking chemistry
- Completed at least Algebra 1, preferable Algebra 2
- Biology - B average
- Algebra 1 - B average
- Chemistry recommended but not required
- Recommendation by home school science teachers
- College level reading, writing, listening skills
- Excellent note taking
- Ability to make presentations at seminars/written reports to scientists
- Excellent fine motor skills
- Ability to make presentations at seminars/written reports to scientists
- Organization and attentions to task are critical
- Students completing both semesters of Biotechnology with an average of B or better will be eligible for consideration in summer and second-year internship programs in a variety of areas in biotechnology.
- 2.0 credits Advanced Level Certificate of Merit Program
- 1.0 credit Advanced Level Program
- Articulation credit is available (A B or better is required for all course work.) for students choosing to matriculate through Montgomery College.
- 4 credits required
- First year: 386792 - 1A / 386892 - 1B
- Science Credit: 387192 / 387292
- $20.00 Badge, uniform cleaning, and goggles
- 15.00 SkillsUSA Membership