Biotechnology - Advanced (BTA)
Starts in January, September
Location
Duration
6 Semesters (3 Years)Credential Awarded
Ontario College Advanced DiplomaAbout the Program
In this three-year advanced diploma program, you will prepare for work as a research technologist in the life sciences field. You will study a range of topics, including molecular genetics, immunology, tissue culture, virology, biochemical techniques, histology, cell biology, biochemistry, computers, statistics and a common first year of basic biology, chemistry and mathematics. This program offers you theoretical knowledge of scientific methods and practical experience in performing precise experiments for research and development. |
| To guarantee a position in the third semester, you must maintain a GPA of at least 2.5. |
Common First Semester
Students enrolled in the following programs may transfer to Biotechnology –Advanced before second year: Chemical Engineering Technology, Chemical Laboratory Technician and Chemical Laboratory Technology – Pharmaceutical.
Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:
- How to perform assays
- Scientific method
- Experimental techniques
- Perform laboratory duties
- Quality control and quality assurance procedures
- Manage biological data
Work Experience
Optional Work Term
Students meeting all academic requirements may have the opportunity to complete an optional work term(s) in a formal work environment. The work term(s) is similar in length to an academic semester and typically involves full-time work hours that may be paid or unpaid. In programs with limited work term opportunities, additional academic requirements and a passing grade on a communication assessment may be required for eligibility. Eligibility for participation does not guarantee a work position will be secured. Additional fees are required for those participating in the optional work term stream regardless of success in securing a work position.
Diploma Structure
| September | January | May | |
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| Year 1 | Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Break |
| OR | |||
| Year 1 | Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
| Year 2 | Semester 3 | Semester 4 | Work Term 1 |
| Year 3 | Semester 5 | Work Term 2 | Work Term 3 |
| Year 4 | Semester 6 | ||
| September | January | May | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Break |
| OR | |||
| Year 1 | Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
| Year 2 | Semester 3 | Semester 4 | Work Term 1 |
| Year 3 | Work Term 2 | Semester 5 | Work Term 3 |
| Year 4 | Semester 6 | ||
| September | January | May | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Break |
| OR | |||
| Year 1 | Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
| Year 2 | Semester 3 | Semester 4 | Work Term 1 |
| Year 3 | Semester 5 | Work Term 2 | Work Term 3 |
| Year 4 | Semester 6 | ||
Your Career
As a graduate of this program, you may pursue future career options, such as:
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Affiliations/Associations
- Canadian Society of Microbiologists (CSM)
- Chemical Institute of Canada (CIC)