Courses and certificates in the program

We have great courses and certificates to build your life science employability and salary no matter what your level of experience. From a science novice to someone already working in biotech, you can learn a lot here at CCC’s biotech program. Explore individual courses below, or investigate certificates here. See if a pathway can help you get started.

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Biotechnology Operations – Analytic Laboratory / Bioprocessing

BIOSC188 (or 888N): Students work in teams in an internship-like environment to produce orignal work on the Soil Microbiome Project. Principles of biotechnology operations guide work with internal and external customers.

Introduction to Biotechnology Lecture

BioSc 172 teaches students about all aspects of the biotechnology field, with content appropriate for a wide range of students and professionals.

Introduction to Biotechnology Lab

BIOSC172L: Are you interested in science but don’t know for sure? BioSc172L gives you transferrable credit (IGETC area V, CSU B3), and a hands-on opportunity to do real experiments and explore the scientific process behind biotechnology.

Molecular and Cellular Biology

BIOSC147: Learn the essential molecular and cellular biology needed for a career in the life sciences or transfer as a STEM major using cutting-edge examples from medicine, ecology, biotechnology, and basic science. In the lab, apply techniques and experimental skills commonly used in biotechnology and molecular biology laboratories.

GLP and cGMP, Principles and Compliance (Safety and efficacy of regulated products)

BIOSC182: Understand government regulations for variety of life science products such as cannabis, prescription drugs (pharmaceuticals), vaccines, tests for diseases, nutritional supplements, cosmetics, genetic testing and more.

Protein Purification and Analysis (Purification and analysis of biological molecules)

BIOSC186: Learn to produce biological molecules in living organisms, and how to purify and analyze them for safe and effective delivery to the consumer.

Foundations in Biotechnology

BIOSC157/159: Knowledge, training, and experience applicable to life science careers. This is THE course to get you ready to find a job with a biotech company, academic or government research lab, or even a cannabis testing firm

Certificates and Degrees

We have great courses and certificates to build your life science employability and salary no matter what your level of experience. From a science novice to someone already working in biotech, you can learn a lot here at CCC’s biotech program. Explore individual certificates below, or investigate individual courses here.

Pathways in the program

Courses, certificates, internships, projects, and career exploration can be a lot to figure out at first. Check out our pathways to see if they can help simplify your journey with us.