Biotechnology, AAS

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    Program Description

    The Biotechnology program provides in-depth knowledge and laboratory benchwork at our state-of-the-art facility located at the University of Maryland BioPark, to prepare students to work in the biotechnology field.

    These programs also include an internship component for students to acquire real life experiences. The Lab Animal Sciences Certificate is aligned with the American 
    Association of Laboratory Animal Sciences and is the only lab animal certificate program offered in the state of Maryland.

    Credits earned in the Biotechnology Lab and Lab Animal certificates are stackable to the Biotechnology Associate degree. Biotechnology Associate degree credits can transfer to bachelor’s programs in Biology, Biotechnology and Medical Research Technology in universities and four-year colleges in and outside Maryland.

    This program is located at the University of Maryland Baltimore campus at UM BioPark.

Career Options

    • Biological Technician
    • Biomanufacturing Technician
    • Environmental Science Technician
    • Food Science Technician
    • Forensic Science Technician
    • Lab Assistant or Technician
    • Lab Animal Technician

BCCC's Advantage

    • Faculty with in-depth knowledge
    • Hands-on laboratory skills
    • Small class size
    • Internships in Biotechnology companies & research labs at the University of Maryland

Suggested Sequence of Courses

  • Every degree-seeking student must complete the College’s General Education Requirements in addition to the requirements of his/her academic program. Through the College’s General Education Requirements, students acquire basic knowledge of the disciplines in the areas of arts and humanities, social and behavioral sciences, biological and physical sciences, mathematics, English composition, and computer literacy.

    Find out more in the Baltimore City Community College Catalog

Program Brochure

Program Faculty

  • Kathleen Gillespie, PhD
    Asst. Professor / Program Coordinator Biotechnology
    Department of Natural and Physical Sciences
    UM BioPark Room 233-D, 801 W Baltimore, MD 21201
    kgillespie1@bccc.edu
    410-462-7610