Biotechnology, Associate in Applied Science

College(s):

Harry S Truman

Program Code: 0215

Program Requirements

General Education Coursework
BIOLOGY 121Biology I5
CIS 103Fundamentals of Programming3
ENGLISH 101Composition3
INTDSP 104College Success: Special Topics1
General Education Human Diversity course3
Required Program Core
CHEM 201General Chemistry I5
CHEM 203General Chemistry II5
MCROBIO 233General Microbiology4
MCROBIO 234Applied Microbiology4
BIOTECH 201Survey Of Biotechnology2
BIOTECH 211Laboratory Math for Biotechnology2
BIOTECH 212Basic Laboratory Skills and Safety3
BIOTECH 220Cell Culture Laboratory3
BIOTECH 225Biotechnology Techniques3
BIOTECH 230Molecular Biology Techniques3
BIOTECH 235Biotechnology Techniques 23
BIOTECH 245Bioinformatics3
BIOTECH 262Biomanufacturing4
Work-Based Learning Courses
BIOTECH 299Internship in Biotechnology2
Total Hours61
1

Students must complete a Work-Based Learning course in the summer between year 1 and year 2

Pathway

This is an example course sequence for students interested in earning a Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Biotechnology. If this pathway is followed as outlined, you will earn a Basic Certificate. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability.

Semester-by-Semester Program Plan for Full-Time Students

All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students by adding more semesters.

Plan of Study Grid
Semester 1Hours
BIOLOGY 121 Biology I 5
BIOTECH 201 Survey Of Biotechnology 2
BIOTECH 211 Laboratory Math for Biotechnology 2
CHEM 201 General Chemistry I 5
INTDSP 104 College Success: Special Topics 1
 Hours15
Semester 2
CHEM 203 General Chemistry II 5
BIOTECH 212 Basic Laboratory Skills and Safety 3
ENGLISH 101 Composition 3
MCROBIO 233 General Microbiology 4
 Hours15
Semester 3
BIOTECH 299 Internship in Biotechnology 2
 Hours2
Semester 4
BIOTECH 220 Cell Culture Laboratory 3
BIOTECH 225 Biotechnology Techniques 3
BIOTECH 230 Molecular Biology Techniques 3
MCROBIO 234 Applied Microbiology 4
 Hours13
Semester 5
BIOTECH 235 Biotechnology Techniques 2 3
BIOTECH 245 Bioinformatics 3
BIOTECH 262 Biomanufacturing 4
CIS 103 Fundamentals of Programming (HD) 3
Human Diversity Course 3
 Hours16
 Total Hours61

Choose your courses with your College Advisor.

Careers

This program can prepare students for the jobs listed below. Click on each one to learn more, including average earnings, annual job openings, and how much education people in that field have. For additional guidance and resources on career options, current City Colleges students and alumni can contact the Career Services Office.

Biological Technicians

Job Description

Assist biological and medical scientists. Set up, operate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment, monitor experiments, collect data and samples, make observations, and calculate and record results. May analyze organic substances, such as blood, food, and drugs.

Salary Based on Experience Level

Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County

Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.

Annual Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$40,002
Median 50th Percentile$51,338
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$82,978

Hourly Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$19
Median 50th Percentile$25
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$40

Annual Job Openings

123 annual openings in Cook County

National Education Attainment

Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.

Degree Program% of Jobs
A high school diploma or less1.43%
A certificate0.93%
Some college1.43%
An Associate degree0.00%
A Bachelor's degree63.12%
A Master's or Professional degree29.36%
A Doctoral degree or more3.73%

96.21% continue their education beyond an associate degree

Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health

Job Description

Perform laboratory and field tests to monitor the environment and investigate sources of pollution, including those that affect health, under the direction of an environmental scientist, engineer, or other specialist. May collect samples of gases, soil, water, and other materials for testing.

Salary Based on Experience Level

Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County

Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.

Annual Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$34,827
Median 50th Percentile$51,597
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$100,316

Hourly Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$17
Median 50th Percentile$25
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$48

Annual Job Openings

57 annual openings in Cook County

National Education Attainment

Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.

Degree Program% of Jobs
A high school diploma or less4.55%
A certificate4.55%
Some college0.00%
An Associate degree22.73%
A Bachelor's degree68.18%
A Master's or Professional degree0.00%
A Doctoral degree or more0.00%

68.18% continue their education beyond an associate degree

Agricultural Technicians

Job Description

Work with agricultural scientists in plant, fiber, and animal research, or assist with animal breeding and nutrition. Set up or maintain laboratory equipment and collect samples from crops or animals. Prepare specimens or record data to assist scientists in biology or related life science experiments. Conduct tests and experiments to improve yield and quality of crops or to increase the resistance of plants and animals to disease or insects.

Salary Based on Experience Level

Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County

Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.

Annual Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$32,468
Median 50th Percentile$42,903
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$74,374

Hourly Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$16
Median 50th Percentile$21
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$36

Annual Job Openings

32 annual openings in Cook County

National Education Attainment

Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.

Degree Program% of Jobs
A high school diploma or less2.18%
A certificate0.00%
Some college0.00%
An Associate degree18.32%
A Bachelor's degree30.45%
A Master's or Professional degree49.05%
A Doctoral degree or more0.00%

79.50% continue their education beyond an associate degree

Food Science Technicians

Job Description

Work with food scientists or technologists to perform standardized qualitative and quantitative tests to determine physical or chemical properties of food or beverage products. Includes technicians who assist in research and development of production technology, quality control, packaging, processing, and use of foods.

Salary Based on Experience Level

Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County

Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.

Annual Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$43,552
Median 50th Percentile$61,661
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$86,843

Hourly Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$21
Median 50th Percentile$30
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$42

Annual Job Openings

17 annual openings in Cook County

National Education Attainment

Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.

Degree Program% of Jobs
A high school diploma or less17.11%
A certificate0.00%
Some college12.35%
An Associate degree23.04%
A Bachelor's degree32.33%
A Master's or Professional degree12.78%
A Doctoral degree or more2.38%

47.49% continue their education beyond an associate degree

Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health

Job Description

Conduct research or perform investigation for the purpose of identifying, abating, or eliminating sources of pollutants or hazards that affect either the environment or public health. Using knowledge of various scientific disciplines, may collect, synthesize, study, report, and recommend action based on data derived from measurements or observations of air, food, soil, water, and other sources.

Salary Based on Experience Level

Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County

Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.

Annual Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$53,482
Median 50th Percentile$79,257
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$146,988

Hourly Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$26
Median 50th Percentile$38
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$71

Annual Job Openings

70 annual openings in Cook County

National Education Attainment

Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.

Degree Program% of Jobs
A high school diploma or less21.32%
A certificate0.00%
Some college0.76%
An Associate degree0.00%
A Bachelor's degree60.15%
A Master's or Professional degree13.78%
A Doctoral degree or more3.99%

77.92% continue their education beyond an associate degree