Chemical Laboratory Technician CSC

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PURPOSE

The Chemical Laboratory Technician Career Studies Certificate (CSC) prepares students for immediate employment as chemical technicians in industries such as pharmaceuticals, environmental testing, petrochemicals, manufacturing, and materials science. Developed in collaboration with regional employers, the program integrates rigorous coursework in chemistry, mathematics, and laboratory science with extensive hands-on training in chemical instrumentation, analysis, and quality assurance practices.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

General college admission
Applicants should demonstrate readiness for MTH 161 (Precalculus I) and ENG 111 (College Composition I) through direct enrollment or prior coursework
Preparatory coursework (MDE 61 and/or EDE 11 ) may be required for students not yet prepared for these courses

This approach ensures that students can access the program while also maintaining the academic foundation necessary to succeed in chemistry and laboratory science.

COMPUTER COMPETENCY REQUIREMENT

Students in this program will meet the college’s computer competency requirement within the CHM 235 and CHM 263 courses. Students will utilize several computer software programs to operate the instrumentation, interpret results as well as maintain standard operating procedures and laboratory records.

Curriculum

Courses should be taken in order listed.

SEMESTER ONE (15 credits)
BIO 147 - Basic Laboratory Calculations for Biotechnology Credit Hours: 1
ENG 111 - College Composition I Credit Hours: 3
BIO 101 - General Biology I Credit Hours: 4
CHM 111 - General Chemistry I Credit Hours: 4
MTH 161 - Precalculus I Credit Hours: 3
SEMESTER TWO (13 credits)
CHM 112 - General Chemistry II Credit Hours: 4
CHM 235 - Quality Control for Industry and Life Sciences Credit Hours: 4
CHM 263 - Chemistry Instrumentation for Industry and Life Sciences Credit Hours: 5

Total Required Program Credit Hours: 28

Planning Tools

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