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RARITAN VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
ACADEMIC COURSE OUTLINE
BTCP 102 BIOTECHNOLOGY METHODS AND PROCEDURES
I. Basic Course Information
A. Biotechnology Methods and Procedures, BTCP-102
B. Modified course
C. Date of Proposal: Semester: Spring Year: 2009
D. Sponsoring Department: Science & Engineering
E. Semester Credit Hours: 4.0
F. Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture 3.0
Laboratory 3.0
G. Prerequisites: Introduction to Biotechnology (BTCP-100)
H. Laboratory Fees: Yes
II. Catalog Description
Prerequisites: Introduction to Biotechnology (BTCP-100)
This course provides an opportunity for students to learn laboratory skills that are
fundamental to successful, efficient and safe practices in a biotechnology research, quality
control or production laboratory setting. Students will be introduced to methods of
measurement, data collection and analysis, solution and media preparation, safe laboratory
practices, and the practical application of mathematics to the aforementioned processes. In
addition, students will be introduced to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Good
Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and related topics that emphasize the significance of
maintaining quality in a biological research or production setting.
III. Statement of Course Need
This course is required for the Associate of Science and Certificate of Completion in
Biotechnology Program.
IV. Place of Course in College Curriculum
A. This course does not satisfy a general education requirement.
B. This course meets a requirement for the Biotechnology Program.
C. This course is a free elective.
D. Course transferability: Kean University’s Science and Technology Program
V. Outline of Course Content
A. Documentation and Guidelines
1. Record Keeping
