Biotechnology, AAS
Program Description
The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Biotechnology will train students to harness cellular and molecular processes in living & non-living organisms to develop technologies and products that help improve lives and the health of the planet. Students accomplish this through an interdisciplinary study of relevant science disciplines, including the biological sciences, chemical sciences, and biotechnology. Students interested in pursuing a Bachelors of Biotechnology can earn the Associates of Applied Science as a milestone to their BS Biotechnology degree.
This program provides knowledge and experience through lecture and laboratories that immerses students in the biotechnology field's ever-evolving techniques, protocols, practices, and careers, qualifying them for entry-level positions in the biotechnology industry. This degree will also articulate with the Biotechnology Certificate from Dixie Tech for their students looking continue their education and earn an AAS degree. Students will analyze and solve problems associated with biotechnology in medicine, agriculture, livestock, the environment and other related sectors. Local support for this program comes from the following local biotechnology companies, Soft Cell Biological Research, Soft Cell Laboratories, Intermountain- Precision Genomics, Red Mesa Science and Refining, Deseret Laboratories, and Gene Stat. These companies will provide internships, mentorship, and employment opportunities for students in the program. Ultimately, we see the program creating a pipeline for the local and regional biotechnology industry.
Program Curriculum
63 credits
GENERAL EDUCATION & INSTITUTIONAL REQUIREMENTS
The required General Education courses for the Associate of Applied Science degree at Utah Tech include a course in English, Quantitative Reasoning and Human Relations.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Requirement | ||
| ENGL 1010 | Introduction to Writing (EN) | 3-4 |
| or ENGL 1010D | Introduction to Writing (EN) | |
| PSY 1010 | General Psychology (SS, GC) | 3 |
| SSC 1010 | Trailblazer Connections | 2 |
| MATH 1050 | College Algebra / Pre-Calculus (MA) (or higher) 1 | 4 |
Biotechnology Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL 1610 & BIOL 1615 | Principles of Biology I (LS) and Principles of Biology I Lab (LAB) 1 | 5 |
| BTEC 1010 | Fundamentals of Biotechnology 1 | 3 |
| BTEC 1015R | Innovation-Based Learning (Must take three times) 1 | 1 (3) |
| BTEC 2030 | Cell Culture Techniques 1 | 2 |
| CHEM 1210 & CHEM 1215 | Principles of Chemistry I (PS) and Principles of Chemistry I Lab (LAB) 1 | 5 |
| Total Hours | 15-16 | |
Biotech Electives- pick 2 courses from the list below
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BTEC 2010 | DNA Methods and Analysis 1 | 2 |
| BTEC 2020 | Protein Purification and Analysis 1 | 2 |
| BTEC 2050 | Zebrafish Maintenance & Methodology 1 | 2 |
| BIOL 2070 | Introduction to Machine Learning in Biology and Medicine | 3 |
| BIOL 2300 | Fundamentals of Bioinformatics | 2 |
Electives
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Electives | 28-29 | |
1. Course Fee Requires. See Course Fee Tab for details.
Graduation Requirements
- Complete a minimum of 63 college-level credits (1000 and above).
- Complete at least 20 semester hours of credits at Utah Tech for institutional residency.
- Cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher