Certificate Programs

BIOMANUFACTURING

Program Description

The “Bio-Manufacturing” academic certificate program will provide our local business sector college graduates with the knowledge of basic BioManufacturing principles and laboratory skills necessary for entry-level employment. There is currently a significant need for entry level BioManufacturing employees in local industry.

The target population to be served by the program would be students who have identified an interest in science, laboratory skills and manufacturing practices. The required coursework combines both didactic and laboratory instruction. The successful completion of laboratory competencies will provide the graduate the expected skills required for employment within biomanufacturing environments.

The program to train BioManufacturing technicians emphasizes the development of laboratory skills and characteristics essential to the BioManufacturing industry. The BioManufacturing curriculum encompasses a concentration of courses in the manufacturing area relating to studies in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Regulatory Compliance and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), along with courses in the liberal arts, social science, sciences and mathematics. Students will also study basic laboratory skills, aseptic process and bio-safety.

Gowning supplies will be used to provide “simulated” cleanroom instruction with industry-like protocols. It is imperative that students understand the environment of a cleanroom and the necessary skills to perform in cleanroom areas. Therefore, a simulation is imperative to ensure an understanding of working within this type of environment and will prove to be a positive factor in helping to develop student commitment, support student interest and encourage retention.

During the last semester of the program, students will be required to complete a 160 hour internship at one of our local industry affiliates such as Zeptometrix, Greatbatch, or IMMCO Diagnostics.

Admission Requirements

  • High school graduate or GED
  • Completion of all developmental English and math courses
  • Minimal completion of Biology 107 and Chemistry with a lab (CH 010/011) within the last 10 years.

Degree: Certificate
Hegis: 5205
Curriculum Code: 2150
Total Degree Credits: 28.5
Campus Location: North