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Biotechnology Career Applications
Biotechnology Career Applications
Biotechnology Career Applications: Students may earn dual credit at Madison College if a C or higher is earned. Provides a broad introduction to biotechnology including the scientific basis behind technologies and their current application in the areas of medicine, agriculture, forensics and the environment. This course is lab based and will cover skills and techniques essential for a successful career in a Biotechnology career.
Units of Study: DNA technologies, Gel Electrophoresis, PCR, genetic modification, plant and animal reproduction, immunology, bacterial culture, biofuels, and food production, analysis and safety. There will be career-related field trips and guest lecturers or interviews. There will be a full-day lab experience as part of thiscourse at BTCI.
Biotechnology
Biotechnology
Biotechnology: Students may earn dual credit at Madison College if a C or higher is earned. This course is 75% hands-on lab based activities. A review of concepts related to the AP Biology curriculum will also be included.
Units of Study: Bacteriology and Sterile Technique, DNA Sequencing techniques, Gene transformation, Karyotyping and Genetics, Genetic Diseases & Stem Cell technologies, Ethical and Legal aspects of Biotechnology, Gel Electrophoresis, and PCR. There will be a full-day lab experience as part of this course at BTCI.
Students will receive advanced standing for three one-credit courses at Madison Area Technical College if an A or B is earned in this class. Students can also receive one transcripted credit if an A, B or C is earned.
Biotechnology Pathway
Biotechnology Pathway
The recommended sequence of courses in the Biotechnology Pathway - courses are offered at Waunakee School District and are lined up to have students become successful in an agricultural business field. Use the buttons below to learn more about the courses in the agribusiness sequence!
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