Biotechnology
Associate in Science (A.S.)
Curriculum Requirements
As a student in this program, you are required to complete a minimum of 64 credit hours with a grade point average of no lower than C (2.0). For this degree program, you must successfully complete the following:
Core Requirements
General Education
| ENG-101 | Composition I | 3 |
| ENG-113 | Technical Ethics | 3 |
| COM-110 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| MAT-152 | Pre-Calculus (Survey of Functions II) | 3 |
| MAT-271 | Calculus I | 4 |
| CSC-135 | Core Excel | 1 |
| -DEISJ | SUNY General Education approved course in Diversity: Equity, Inclusion and Social Justice | 3 |
HPE-
| Health and Physical Education (HPE) Electives | 1 |
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| Approved General Electives | 3 |
Complete one of the following:
| -US History | SUNY General Education approved course in US History and Civic Engagement | 3 |
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| Or | |
| -World History | SUNY General Education approved course in World History and Global Awareness | 3 |
Sample Schedule
The schedule below shows how the requirements for this degree may be met in four semesters. For some students, fulfilling degree requirements may take more than four semesters to complete. When planning your schedule, you should consult with your advisor.
First Semester (17 Credit Hours)
Second Semester (16 Credit Hours)
Third Semester (16 Credit Hours)
Complete one of the following:
| -US History | SUNY General Education approved course in US History and Civic Engagement | 3 |
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| Or | |
| -World History | SUNY General Education approved course in World History and Global Awareness | 3 |
Fourth Semester (15 Credit Hours)
| COM-110 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| BIO-286 | Cell and Tissues Culture Techniques | 1 |
| BIO-288 | Introduction to Biomanufacturing II | 1 |
| BIO-291 | Research Methods in Biology | 3 |
| -DEISJ | SUNY General Education approved course in Diversity: Equity, Inclusion and Social Justice | 3 |
HPE-
| Health and Physical Education (HPE) Electives | 1 |
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| General Electives | 3 |
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this degree program, students will be able to:
- Perform tasks and solve problems related to the biotechnology industry utilizing laboratory and workplace professional skills.
- Apply principles of biology and chemistry to biotechnology topics.
- Work effectively both individually and collaboratively in the laboratory.
- Demonstrate an industry acceptable level of technical writing and oral communication.