BTEC 2000 Biotechnology Seminar and Laboratory Safety
This seminar class is designed to cover topics of special interest to the biotechnology field. Topics may include current events, career orientation, employability skills, laboratory specializations, and facilities tours. Former students and local technology directors present information. The course also provides an introduction to the principles of laboratory safety in biological and chemical laboratories. Topics include safe lab practices; regulatory agencies; handling; storage; disposal; protective equipment; emergency response; and mechanical, electrical, physical, chemical and biological hazards. Reading assignments and quizzes may be delivered via the web.
Prerequisite
None
Corequisite
None