SPECIALIZATION : CHEMICAL TECHNOLOGY A . S . DEGREE
CHEMICAL TECHNOLOGY
A . S . DEGREE
CAREER & TECHNICAL PROGRAMS
SPECIALIZATION : CHEMICAL TECHNOLOGY A . S . DEGREE
WHAT IS IT ?
This Associate in Science Degree prepares students to work as a laboratory technician , or provides the foundation for further education in scientific or healthcare-related fields . Career opportunities are expanding , with graduates able to assist scientists and engineers by performing chemical and physical laboratory tests related to quality control monitoring , research and development , and manufacturing , plus maintain lab health and safety standards .
The two-year Chemical Technology A . S . Degree curriculum is designed to develop skills that are critical for success in any scientific or healthcare career : analytical thinking , problem solving , and effective communication of technical information .
You can choose from three specialization tracks within the A . S . degree :
• Biomedical Technology
• Chemical Technology
• Engineering
Note : The Chemical Technology program also includes the Scientific Workplace Preparation College Credit Certificate , a certificate comprised of courses that meet many of the prerequisite requirements for EFSC ’ s Nursing & Health Sciences programs .
Chemical Technology A . S . Degree ( CHAS ) Possible Positions
Job Growth by 2030
Median Salary
Chemical Plant and System Operators 21,740 $ 69,020 Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders 106,170 $ 52,450 Chemical Technicians 68,400 $ 48,990
All data is taken from : BLS ( Bureau of Labor Statistics ) • O * NET Online • PayScale
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