BTEC 110 - Basic Techniques in Biotechnology

    Recent Professors
    Paula Toto, Hoda Ahmed
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    20 students
    Credits
    5
    Prerequisite
    BIO 105 or BIO 204 .
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of BTEC 110
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course focuses on the basic laboratory skills needed for employment in the biotechnology/biomanufacturing industry. Students learn laboratory safety and documentation while acquiring skills in the maintenance and calibration of basic lab equipment, calculation and preparation of lab solutions and media, and routine handling of cell cultures. Students also develop fundamental skills in spectroscopy, centrifugation, performance of assays, gel electrophoresis, and the purification and handling of biological molecules, such as proteins. (Materials Fee: $30.00)
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 6:00pm–6:40pm, Tue Thu 6:00pm–7:20pm, Tue Thu 9:00am–10:20am, Tue Thu 9:00am–9:40am