Associate of Science - Biotechnology

Berkeley City College's Biotechnology draws from many disciplines, including genetics, immunology, chemistry, physics, mathematics and computer science. Recent advances in biotechnology have resulted in major contributions to the fields of medicine, pharmacy, public health and agriculture. The Associate of Science degree in Biotechnology at Berkeley City College prepares students for employment as technicians and research associates in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, state and federal laboratories, and a range of clinical and academic laboratories.

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to: • Demonstrate knowledge and facility with standard laboratory methods and procedures, advanced techniques used in immunology and genetics laboratories, laboratory mathematics, tissue culture, proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials and good laboratory practices.

• Demonstrate an ability to maintain a neat and readable scientific notebook, record data accurately, create and label appropriately tables and graphs, interpret results correctly and troubleshoot errors. • Demonstrate an ability to work independently and as a member of a team, to read and interpret protocols accurately, and to use information provided in scientific papers when necessary. • Demonstrate an ability to write a scientific paper and present data in an oral presentation. • Demonstrate knowledge and facility with concepts in chemistry, biology and biotechnology and the ethical concerns associated with stem cells and recombinant DNA technologies.