Bachelor of Applied Technology in Biotechnology (Honours) (Co-op)

Fanshawe College - London Campus

Canada,Ontario

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48 Months

Duration

CAD$ 15,637/year

Tuition Fee

CAD$ 100 FREE

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Canada, Ontario

Type: College

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1967

Total Students: 43,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1001 Fanshawe College Blvd, London, ON N5Y 5R6, Canada

Bachelor of Applied Technology in Biotechnology (Honours) (Co-op)

Program Overview

This program is a four-year, eight level honours program with four months of mandatory co-op experience. This program will ready graduates for jobs in growth areas of Applied Biotechnology such as pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, agriculture, bioremediation, the fermentation industry, research and development to name a few. Students will study molecular biology, physical, organic and instrumental chemistry, applied biotechnology, microbiology, virology, toxicology; and related societal, economic, ethical, legal, and environmental issues. Graduates will be skilled in the handling of microbial, plant, and animal genetic material and macromolecule analysis, small animal handling, experimental design, statistical data analysis, and bioinformatics. Throughout the program, students will apply this knowledge to regulatory affairs, quality assurance, bioethics, and biohazard management while developing interpersonal and communication expertise, and the skills necessary for life long learning.

Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to

  • Perform all laboratory tasks according to accepted laboratory practices.
  • Demonstrate theoretical and practical skills in molecular biology.
  • Assist in the design of good experimental and laboratory management practices and procedures.
  • Obtain a sound practical background in the interdisciplinary subjects that are the basis of Biotechnology.
  • Perform all duties in a manner that adheres to the principles of good data management.
  • Conduct all functions with a full understanding of and in adherence to relevant regulatory and ethical issues and requirements.
  • Apply procedures of bio-processing in both laboratory and industrial settings.
  • Apply strong interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills to course teamwork, assignments, and case situations.
  • Understand, value and respect the diverse social, political, cultural, and ethical context in which he or she will live and work.
  • Develop plans for lifelong learning that include strategies for ensuring professional and technological currency.