A technical two-year college degree in Biotechnology
will help prepare you for a career in this emerging field because
this degree focuses on practical skills with “hands-on”
training. This degree is called an Associate of Applied Science Degree.
(A.A.S.)
A comprehensive list of programs in Biotechnology
can be found by exploring the following website.
www.bio-link.org/
This website allows you to search for programs by
state or regions of the country. This degree is offered locally at
Lakeland Community
College in Kirtland, Ohio.
Below is a sampling of coursework that you will
take as part of the two-year degree program.
Introduction to Bioscience
Technology
Principles of Biology I
General Chemistry I & II
Microbiology
DNA Technology/Biochemistry
Tissue Culture
Bioscience Seminar
Internship Experience
English Composition I & II
Speech/Communications
You will have an opportunity to practice your new
skills at a local company as a student intern in Bioscience.
Jerry Drocton is a recent graduate
of the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Bioscience from Lakeland
Community College in Kirtland, Ohio.
Read Jerry
Drocton's interview
Read what Jerry has to say about his experience
as an Intern at Athersys
in Cleveland, Ohio while completing his Internship at Lakeland Community
College.
Typical Job Titles for an Associate of Applied
Science Degree in Biotechnology include:
Laboratory Technician
Research Assistant
Quality Control Inspector
Follow this link to find out more about Lakeland’s
program in Bioscience.
www.lakelandcc.edu/ACADEMIC/SH/Bst/Index.htm
