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Laboratory Science Technology Biological Science Emphasis Associate Degree

Program Code 105065

Are you ready for a fast-paced , hands-on career that will maximize your analytical skills and challenge you every day ? The Laboratory Science Technology Associate of Applied Sciences Degree program blends key theoretical concepts with practical laboratory skills needed for success in a broad range of science careers , including biological , chemical , and environmental industries as well as academic research laboratories . This program has been designed not only to prepare you for immediate employment , but also to transfer smoothly to local universities , allowing you to start your science education at NWTC and continue toward a bachelor ’ s degree and beyond . Courses will focus on experimental design , application of scientific principles in analysis of results , accurate documentation processes , fundamentals of quality measurement , and use of industry-standard instrumentation and protocols .

CURRICULUM

Academic Year 2022-2023

Curriculum : Students following the study plan below will complete the Laboratory Science Technology Biological Science Emphasis associate degree program in the number of semesters shown .

Second Semester

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This program is offered at :

Green Bay This program is eligible for Financial Aid

Requirements for Program Entry

• Completed Application

• High School Transcripts or Equivalents ( For equivalents , go to www . nwtc . edu / gettingstarted .)

• To be admitted to this program , learners must achieve a prior cumulative high school or college grade point average of 2.6 or higher OR a satisfactory academic skills assessment score . College grade point average must be based on 15 credits or more . To learn more about starting this program , please contact an academic advisor at ( 920 ) 498-5444 or ( 888 ) 385-6982 .

Program Outcomes

• Synthesize theoretical knowledge and empirical results to build understanding of complex scientific processes .

• Apply the steps of the scientific method to solve problems .

• Design sound laboratory protocols and experiments .

• Execute common laboratory procedures and measurements with precision , repeatability , and validity .

• Collect , document , and analyze data from laboratory procedures and report results and conclusions .

• Model safe , hygienic laboratory practices .

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• Curriculum Note : Students must earn a “ C ” or higher in all 10-506-XXX and 10-806-XXX courses to successfully graduate the Laboratory Science Technology Program . A student must repeat the particular course with a “ C ” or better final grade to continue in or graduate from this program . If the course is sequential , the successful retake must occur before continuing the sequence .

• Courses with 10-806-XXX and 10-506-XXX require a final grade “ C ” or better to transfer credit to 4-year institutions . For transfer purposes , students must also meet the accepting 4-year institution requirements to confer the Bachelor degree with the accepting institution ’ s major ( s ). Requirements may include :

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 .

• Satisfactory completion of the degree credit requirements listed in the Transfer Guide .

• Completion of the last 30 credits in residence at the accepting institution . Number of credits may differ depending on the accepting institution .

• In addition , the following courses must also be passed with a grade “ C ” or better :

• 10-801-136 , English Comp 1

• 10-804-197 , College Alg and Trig w Apps

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