Biotechnology, AS

The Biotechnology Associate in Science degree is designed for students who plan to work in industry after completing the Biotechnology program. The AS degree is structured to prepare students to work as Biotechnology technicians in this rapidly expanding field that spans many different disciplines including agriculture, environmental products, medical diagnostic tests and treatments, industrial products and criminal investigation. Technicians may work in the areas of laboratory research, product development, quality control, manufacturing and testing. Specific career opportunities could require skills related to genetic engineering of plants or microorganisms, gene therapy to correct human health problems, DNA fingerprinting, vaccine development, or production of food, drugs and other consumer products. Students participate in internships in cooperation with potential employers. Graduates can look forward to a career with competitive pay and benefits in a field that continues to expect job growth into the future. With the hands-on experience provided during the program, you can advance within industry and can easily continue your education at any time.

For more information about the Biotechnology program, please visit our website at www.dmacc.edu/programs/biotechnology.

Location: Ankeny

Selected courses in this program are offered at other campuses.

Program Entry Requirements

1. Complete an application for admission.
2. Satisfy the assessment requirement.
3. Attend any required information/registration session.
4. Must submit proof of one year of high school chemistry or Academic Achievement Chemistry I & II or successful completion of CHM 122 .
5. Must submit proof of two years of high school algebra or MAT 063  & MAT 073 .
6. Demonstrate satisfactory writing skills on college entrance or assessment exam.

Students start Fall or Spring semester.

Graduation Requirements

To earn a Biotechnology AA or AS degree, a student must be accepted into the Biotechnology program, complete all coursework as prescribed and maintain a 2.0 grade point average.