• Institute of Biotechnology Coursework Progression

  • Biotechnology 1

    Course Focus: Scientific Measurement, Dilution Calculations, Project Management, Solution Prep, Sterile Technique, Biochemistry, Industry & Business of Biotech

    Certifications:

    PMI Project Management Ready, Entrepreneurship & Small Business

  • Biotechnology 2 

    Course Focus: Microbiology, DNA Isolation and Purification, Bacterial Growth/Identification, Polymerase Chain Reaction, CRISPR, Gene Mapping and Modification, Agricultural Practices in Biotechnology

    Certification:

    AEST Agricultural Biotechnology, AMSA Food Safety & Science

  • Biotechnology 3 

    Course Focus: Protein Isolation and Purification, Immunology, Pharmaceutical and Agricultural Applications of Biotechnology, Product Development, BACE Examination Prep

    Certification:

    Biotechnology Aptitude & Credentialling Exam (BACE)

  • Manufacturing Directed Studies*

    Course Focus: Biomedical Engineering, Clinical Laboratory Techniques, Resume Development, Industry-level Research, Internship Opportunities, STEM Fair Project Development

    *Only available for students who start as 9th graders