Associate in Science

Program Description:

The Biotechnology Technician Associate in Science degree program provides the education and training in the skills required for entry-level employment for technicians in biotechnology manufacturing, research, media preparation, validation, quality control, documentation and process operations. Some students who complete this program continue their studies toward a bachelor’s degree and advanced degrees in biotechnology.

Career and Transfer Outlook:

Graduates of this program work in various departments and roles within the biotechnology industry. Some of the positions that MCC graduates have held include lab technician, cell culture technician, research technician, microbiology technician, chemistry associate, process operator, quality assurance manager and supervisors in various departments.

Helpful Hints:

Students must complete the courses in the certificate program before taking courses that are specific to the associate degree program. All students should take the required English and mathematics courses early in the program. Writing and mathematics are fundamental to every subsequent course in the associate degree program.

Program Outcomes:

Graduates of the Biotechnology Technician program are prepared to:

• Follow standard operating procedure (SOP) protocol;

• Use laboratory equipment properly;

• Use computers to gather and process data and use computerized instrumentation;

• Interpret results of experiments;

• Work collaboratively as a member of a team, and collaborate with other teams and individuals to achieve common outcomes

• Think critically and act appropriately;

• Manage time efficiently;

• Communicate results, decisions and ideas verbally, in writing and numerically, as appropriate;

• Accept accountability for themselves and the materials they handle;

• Show integrity in their work while completing documentation, and with their interaction with others.