• Curriculum prepares students to apply scientific principles and technical skills in support of biologists and biotechnologists in research, industrial, and government settings.
• The Bioanalytical Lab Technician track is designed to meet the increasing demands for skilled laboratory technicians in various fields of biological and chemical technology.
• Coursework, most of which is hands-on, emphasizes topics such as fermentation technology, cell culturing, protein purification, biologic synthesis, assaying and testing, quality control, industrial microbiology, bioprocessing, genetic technology, laboratory and hazardous materials safety, and computer applications.
• Upon graduation, potential career qualifications include employment in various biotechnology-related laboratory and manufacturing areas such as laboratory and instrumentation, research and development, quality control, and quality assurance.

WTCC Program of Study Core Course Offerings for WECIB Students

Biotechnology: Bioanalytical Laboratory Technology—A20100L

The Biotechnology curriculum prepares individuals to apply scientific principles and technical skills in support of biologists and biotechnologists in research, industrial, and government settings. The Bioanalytical Lab Technician track is designed to meet the increasing demands for skilled laboratory technicians in various fields of biological and chemical technology. Coursework, most of which is hands-on, emphasizes topics such as fermentation technology, cell culturing, protein purification, biologic synthesis, assaying and testing, quality control, industrial microbiology, bioprocessing, genetic technology, laboratory and hazardous materials safety, and computer applications. Graduates should be qualified for employment in various biotechnology-related laboratory and manufacturing areas including laboratory and instrumentation, research and development, quality control, and quality assurance. 

*WTCC Certificate-Biolaboratory (C20100A)

Wake Tech Credentials Beyond High School: AAS Degree-Biotechnology (67 Credit Hours)

Biotechnology Technical Standards

Fundamental competencies that address soft skills vital to employability, personal and professional success are listed below. Colleges are encouraged to integrate these competencies into the curriculum by embedding appropriate student learning outcomes into one or more courses or through alternative methods.

Interpersonal skills and teamwork – The ability to work effectively with others, especially to analyze situations, establish priorities and apply resources for solving problems or accomplishing tasks.

Communication – The ability to effectively exchange ideas and information with others through oral, written or visual means.

Integrity and professionalism – Workplace behaviors that relate to ethical standards, honesty, fairness, respect, responsibility, self-control, criticism and demeanor.

Problem-solving – The ability to identify problems and potential causes while developing and implementing practical action plans for solutions.

Initiative and dependability – Workplace behaviors that relate to seeking out new responsibilities, establishing and meeting goals, completing tasks, following directions, complying with rules and consistent reliability.

Information processing – The ability to acquire, evaluate, organize, manage and interpret information.

Adaptability and lifelong learning – The ability to learn and apply new knowledge and skills and adapt to changing technologies, methods, processes, work environments, organizational structures and management practices.

Entrepreneurship – The knowledge and skills necessary to create opportunities and develop as an employee or self-employed business owner.

WTCC Biotechnology AAS Website