Science Laboratory Technology, A.A.S.

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DEGREE: ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE
DIVISION: SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS

The Science Laboratory Technology Program focuses on providing students the necessary skills and techniques for standard, everyday science laboratory work. Science Laboratory Technology addresses the fundamental principles of the biological and physical sciences and emphasizes analytical laboratory techniques and applications, specifically in the realms of chemistry and biology. The curriculum enables the student to explore a variety of laboratory testing techniques and to prepare and operate various types of tools and electronic analysis equipment. Science Laboratory Technology Programs prepare graduates for employment in chemical, biological, and associated science laboratories.

Required Courses in Major

Required grade of “C” or higher.

Select Eight (8) credit hours from the following list:

General Education Courses

ENGL 101 - English Composition I 3
MATH 130 - College Algebra 3
SPCH 130 - Fundamentals of Communication 3
ECON 202 - Microeconomics 3 OR
PSYC 127 - Introduction to Psychology 3
Natural Sciences Requirement Met in Courses Required in Major (BIOL or CHEM)

Area of Concentration (Choose only One):

Biotechnology

Select three (3) courses from the following list:

Chemical Technology

Select One (1) course from the following list:

Total Credit Hours: 61

NOTE:

See Graduation Requirements .

Students planning to pursue a baccalaureate program should contact that receiving institution for determination of course transferability. A listing of Delgado courses can be found by following this link: Transfer List