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Biotechnology (BOD)

2020-2021

AN OPTION OF LIBERAL ARTS - STEM

Type: Transfer, Degree (AA)

Open Admissions

Division: STEM and Education


This program is designed to provide a basic understanding of the principles of biotechnology, preparing the students for employment in entry-level positions in the industry. The program has been developed with the assistance and guidance of biotechnology firms throughout the area to assure that students acquire skills that can be applied in a wide variety of biotechnology industries, from manufacturing to research.
In addition, students receive hands-on training by carrying out specific and extensive biotechnological applications in the laboratory. The program is enhanced by combining the scientific aspects of biotechnology with a strong liberal arts foundation, thus providing transfer credits to four-year programs.
The following background is recommended for this program: algebra and biology. Students without this background may need to take prerequisite course work prior to enrolling in some of the courses required in this program. It is highly recommended that students meet with the program coordinator on a semester basis to review the program, and discuss course selections for successful completion of the program requirements.

If you have questions related to program admissions or applications, please contact info@northshore.edu or call 978-762-4188.

If you have program advising related questions, please contact biotech@northshore.edu or call 978-762-4048.




First Year

Fall

Course NumberTitleCredits
BIO105Biology 1: General Biology 1

4
CHE103General Chemistry 1

4
CMP101Composition 1

3
MAT151Precalculus 1

3
Total Credit Hours:14

Spring

Course NumberTitleCredits
MAT152Precalculus 2

3
BIO202Molecular Biology

4
BTN211Biotechnology Seminar

1
CHE104General Chemistry 2

4
CMP102-150
Composition 2 Elective

3
Total Credit Hours:15

Second Year

Fall

Course NumberTitleCredits
BIO214Microbiology

4
BTN201Basic Laboratory Applications

4
SS-ELECTIVE
Social Science Elective

3
STEM-ELECTIVE
STEM Elective

4
Total Credit Hours:15

Spring

Course NumberTitleCredits
BTN202Biotechnology Applications

4
HUM-ELECTIVE
Humanities Elective

3
SS-ELECTIVE
Social Science Elective

3
STEM-ELECTIVE
STEM Elective

3
 
PHI116Ethics

3
OR
PHI120Medical Ethics

3
 
Total Credit Hours:16

Requirement Note

STEM Elective: MAT143, or MAT151 or above, CAD101, CAD102, BIO105 or above, CHE103 or above, EGS101 or above, PHY201 or above, GEO108, GEO110, CPS101 or above, AVS101 or above, BTN201 or above, FSN104 or above, or BQC.

Program Note

Communication and Mathematics proficiency required to graduate.

See guided pathway sheets for advising information specific to your area of focus.

Total Credit Hours: 60


Program Student Learner Outcomes
  • Demonstrate professionalism including punctuality, work habits, using correct terminologies, following safety regulations and effective communications skills.
  • Explain, generate and follow standard operation protocols (SOP) and follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
  • Use computers to perform basic but required calculations.
  • Perform required lab techniques including cell cultures, purification and analysis of proteins and nucleic acids, and gene manipulation by using and maintaining the adequate lab equipment.
  • Explain underlying principles, theories and mechanisms of individual experiment.
  • Research for and keep up with new development and advances in the biotechnology field
  • Plan and apply for transfer to complete a Bachelor's degree..

Occupational Skills Required
  • Generate and maintain lab records
  • Design and generate biotechnology lab experiment protocols using references, protocol and literature
  • Execute biotechnology experiments by following SOP's and lab safety regulations.
  • Interpret and report results of biotechnology lab experiments.
  • Use and maintain biotechnology lab equipment.
  • Communicate with colleagues and other biotechnologists using proper terminologies.
  • Research and keep up with new advances in the field.
  • Use computers, internet and software tools to search for information, compare genes and proteins, and present an idea or results.

Experiential Learning Required in Program
  • BTN201 - Basic Laboratory Applications
  • BTN202 - Biotechnology Applications
  • BTN211 - Biotechnology Seminar

Most Common Linked Occupation Title – All Education Levels
  • Biological Technician

Average Annual Growth (10-Year Projection)
  • Boston MSA –  6%
  • Boston MSA Average Entry-Level Wages (2016) – $62,000 - 107,000

Top Transfer Institutions
  • University of Massachusetts Amherst
  • University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
  • University of Massachusetts Lowell
  • Salem State University
  • Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
  • Bridgewater State University
  • Fitchburg State University
  • Framingham State University
  • Northeastern University