Program Description
The biotechnology program is designed to instruct and
train students in the field of biotechnology. Entry-level
workers in the field of biotechnology are involved in
laboratory work such as DNA isolation or sequencing,
cell culture, toxicology or vaccine sterility testing,
antibody production and isolation, and the testing and
development of diagnostic and therapeutic agents.
Training is designed to prepare students for both
academic achievement and successful employment in the
biotechnology industry. The program offers both a
degree and two certificates to meet students’ different
needs.
On completion of the biotechnology AAS, the student
may transfer to another institution and earn a bachelor’s
degree in a biological science or may elect to enter the
workforce. Course selection within the curriculum
depends on which option the student selects.
The emphasis of the program is on applied laboratory
skills relevant to the biotechnology industry. A solid
foundation is obtained through introductory coursework
in biotechnology, biology, chemistry, and mathematics.
These background courses prepare students for more
rigorous upper-level applied coursework in
biotechnology, biology, and chemistry taken during the
second year. High school biology, chemistry, and math
(algebra II) are strongly recommended.
Because of the variation in requirements of four-year
institutions, students are urged to consult an adviser
about specific course selections.
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:
Independently complete basic laboratory tasks
common to biotechnology such as documentation,
pipetting, buffer preparation, dilutions, and gel
electrophoresis.
Define and explain the basic principles, concepts, and
techniques of biotechnology.
Program Advising
Germantown
Dr. Lori Kelman
240-567-6929
lori.kelman@montgomerycollege.edu
Dr. Collins Jones
240-567-1910
collins.jones@montgomerycollege.edu
For more information please visit:
www.montgomerycollege.edu/advising
OR
GT STEP Advising
(http://cms.montgomerycollege.edu/EDU/Department
4.aspx?id=67267)
BIOTECHNOLOGY AAS: 334
Total Credits: 60
Catalog Edition: 2016-2017
BIOTECHNOLOGY AAS: 334
334
Suggested Course Sequence
A suggested course sequence for full-time students follows. All students should review this advising guide
and consult an advisor.
First Semester
BIOL 150 - Principles of Biology I
4 semester hours (NSLD)
BIOT 110 - Introduction to Biotechnology
2 semester hours
CHEM 131 - Principles of Chemistry I
4 semester hours
ENGL 101 - Introduction to College Writing
3 semester hours *
Mathematics foundation
3 semester hours (MATF)
Second Semester
BIOT 120 - Cell Culture and Cell Function
3 semester hours
BIOT 200 - Protein Biotechnology
4 semester hours
BIOL 210 - Microbiology
4 semester hours
English foundation
3 semester hours (ENGF)
Health foundation
1 semester hour (HLTF)
Third Semester
BIOL 220 - General Genetics
4 semester hours
OR
BIOL 222 - Principles of Genetics
4 semester hours
BIOT 230 - Basic Immunology and
Immunological Methods
4 semester hours
CHEM 150 - Essentials of Organic and
Biochemistry
4 semester hours
Speech foundation
3 semester hours (SPCF)
Fourth Semester
BIOT 240 - Nucleic Acid Methods
4 semester hours
Arts or humanities distribution
3 semester hours (ARTD or HUMD)
Behavioral and social sciences distribution
3 semester hours (BSSD)
Electives
4 semester hours
Total Credit Hours: 60
Advising Notes
* ENGL 101/ENGL 101A, if needed for ENGL 102/ENGL 103, or general elective.
CHEM 203 (5 semester hours) may be taken instead of CHEM 150.
BIOTECHNOLOGY AAS: 334
GENERAL EDUCATION: FOUNDATION COURSES Course Hours Grade
English Foundation (EN 102/ENGL 102 or EN 109/ENGL 103)
3
Math Foundation (MA 110/MATH 110 or higher)
Speech Foundation (SP 108/COMM 108 or SP 112/COMM 112)
3
Health Foundation HLHF (Choose HLTH 100 - HLTH 230)
GENERAL EDUCATION: DISTRIBUTION COURSES Course Hours Grade
Arts or Humanities Distribution (ARTD or HUMD)
Behavioral & Social Sciences Distribution (BSSD)
3
Natural Sciences Distribution with Lab (NSLD)
BI 107/BIOL 150 4
Name: Date:
ID #:
Overall GPA of 2.0 is required to graduate
Total Credits:
This UNOFFICIAL document is for planning purposes ONLY and completion does not guarantee graduation.
BIOTECHNOLOGY A.A.S. (G): 334
Total Credits: 60
Catalog Editions 15-16 through 16-17
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS Course Hours Grade
EN 101/ENGL 101 (if needed for ENGL102/103 or general elective if not)
CH 101/CHEM 131 4
CH 120/CHEM 150 or CH 203/CHEM 203
BI 203/BIOL 210 4
BI 209/BIOL 220 or BI 222/BIOL 222 4
BT 101/BIOT 110 2
BT 117/BIOT 120 3
BT 200/BIOT 200 4
BT 204/BIOT 230 4
BT 213/BIOT 240 4
ELECTIVES
Biotechnology Website
This degree is a career program and may not readily transfer to four year colleges/universities (except in special cases.) Visit transfer planning for more information.
The biotechnology program is designed to instruct and train students in the field of biotechnology. Entry-level workers in
the field of biotechnology are involved in laboratory work such as DNA isolation or sequencing, cell culture, toxicology or
vaccine sterility testing, antibody production and isolation, and the testing and development of diagnostic and therapeutic
agents. Training is designed to prepare students for both academic achievement and successful employment in the
biotechnology industry. The program offers both a degree and two certificates to meet students’ different needs.
On completion of the biotechnology AAS, the student may transfer to another institution and earn a bachelor’s degree in
a biological science or may elect to enter the workforce. Course selection within the curriculum depends on which option
the student selects.
The emphasis of the program is on applied laboratory skills relevant to the biotechnology industry. A solid foundation is
obtained through introductory coursework in biotechnology, biology, chemistry, and mathematics. These background
courses prepare students for more rigorous upper-level applied coursework in biotechnology, biology, and chemistry
taken during the second year. High school biology, chemistry, and math (algebra II) are strongly recommended.
Because of the variation in requirements of four-year institutions, students are urged to consult an adviser about specific
course selections.
Last Modified: June 2016
Advising Worksheet Contact:
Anthony Solano
See an advisor
to submit an
Application for Graduation the
semester BEFORE you intend to
graduate.
CHEM 203 (5 semester hours) may be taken instead of CHEM 150.
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1, 2, or 3
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4 or 5
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BIOTECHNOLOGY AAS: 334
334
Transfer Opportunities
Montgomery College has partnerships with
multiple four-year institutions and the tools to
help you transfer. To learn more please visit:
http://cms.montgomerycollege.edu/EDU/Plain.asp
x?id=62341 or http://artsys.usmd.edu/
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for experience outside the classroom.
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Related Careers
Some require a Bachelor’s degree.
Biological Technician, Microbiologist, Molecular
and Cellular Biologist, Medical and Clinical
Laboratory Technologist, Biofuels/Biodiesel
Technology and Product Development Manager,
Bioinformatics Technician, Clinical Data
Manager & Regulatory Affairs Specialist
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