Biotechnology (Health) - 370 - 670
Overview
Program Highlights
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Strong foundational program in biotechnology with exposure to options in the health field.
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Graduates are ready for careers in many areas of biotechnology.
What you'll learn
- Fundamentals of biotechnology, microbiology, pharmacology, genetics, bioinformatics and clinical testing associated with the health sector.
- Explore scientific methods and experimental techniques in accordance with accepted principles of quality assurance and manufacturing in the biotech industry.
- Prepare for a future career working in one of the most rapidly expanding fields in Canada.
- How to perform tasks in the following areas:
- DNA analysis using electrophoresis, and PCR (polymerase chain reaction)
- Protein analysis using electrophoresis, blotting and chromatography
- Micropipetting, extractions, titrations, centrifugation and pH measurements using GLP (good laboratory practices)
- Instrumentation including spectrometry
- Basic techniques in microbiology
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Program Length
2 academic years (periods of 8 months), plus optional co-op
Important Academic Dates
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Tuition and Fees
Tuition and Fees
2021 - 2022 Domestic Tuition and Fees
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Compulsory Ancillary Fees | $831.02 | $712.05 |
| Co-op Fees | N/A | $460.04 |
| Compulsory Program Fees | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Domestic Tuition | $1,354.04 | $1,354.04 |
| Total Domestic Charges Per Semester without Co-op |
$2,185.06 | $2,066.09 |
| Total Domestic Charges Per Semester with Co-op |
$2,185.06 | $2,526.13 |
| Total 1st Year Fees (Non Co-op) | $4,251.15 | |
| Total 1st Year Fees (Co-op) | $4,711.19 | |
Above fees based on full-time September program start date. Contact Student Services to confirm fees for other start dates or semesters.
- Awards: Scholarships and Bursaries
OSAP Eligible. Learn about Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP).- Full Cost Breakdown
2021 - 2022 International Tuition and Fees
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Total Tuition & Ancillary Fee | $8,095.00 | $8,095.00 |
| Co-op Fees | N/A | $460.04 |
| Program Compulsory Fees | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| International Tax Recovery | $450.00 | $375.00 |
| Total International Per Semester without Co-op |
$8,545.00 | $8,470.00 |
| Total International Per Semester with Co-op |
$8,545.00 | $8,930.04 |
| Total 1st Year Fees (Non Co-op) | $17,015.00 | |
| Total 1st Year Fees (Co-op) | $17,475.04 | |
- International Scholarships and Bursaries
- OSAP not eligible for International Students
- Full Cost Breakdown
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Additional Information
Admission
Admission
Domestic and International student admission requirements
- OSSD or equivalent (Mohawk Academic Upgrading, GED) including:
- Grade 12 English, C or U or equivalent
- Grade 12 Mathematics, MAP4C ≥ 60%; or MCT4C; or any U or equivalent
- Senior Science (Chemistry or Biology) is recommended
Language Requirements for International Students:
- See below for accepted equivalents for Grade 12 English:
- Successful completion of GAS-EAP (478) Program Level 8
- TOEFL minimum score of 550 (80 Internet based)
- or IELTS Academic minimum score of 6.0 overall with no band less than 5.5
- More information about acceptable certificates, can be found on the International Admission Requirements
Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate proficiency in English. Options are available for mature applicants.
Options are available for mature applicants.
Don't have the necessary requirements?
Experiential Learning
Experiential Learning
How you’ll gain skills
- Extensive hands-on laboratory practice.
- Gain valuable experience during co-op work terms.
To learn more, please visit the Centre for Experiential Learning.
Co-op Content
Co-op Format (Fall Intake)
| September to December | January to April | May to August |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Vacation |
| Semester 3 | Work Term 1 (Co-op) | Work Term 2 (Co-op) |
| Work Term 3 (Co-op) | Semester 4 |
Co-op Format (Winter Intake)
| January to April | May to August | September to December |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Semester 3 |
| Work Term 1 (Co-op) | Work Term 2 (Co-op) | Work Term 3 (Co-op) |
| September 4 |
Learn more about Biotechnology (Health)
Work Term Capabilities
(Which do not reflect individual work experiences & exposures)
Classroom instruction, combined with hands-on laboratory experience, have provided the student with sufficient knowledge to perform tasks in the following areas:
- Agarose gel DNA electrophoresis
- PCR
- DNA and protein absorption spectrophotometry
- SDS PAGE and Western blotting
- Chromatography
- Quality control
- Basic laboratory techniques in microbiology
- Micropipetting, extractions, titrations, centrifugation and pH measurements using Good Lab Practices (GLP)
- Pharmaceutical Quality Guidelines (GLPs, GMPs, ICH, USP)
- HPLC and UV/Vis
Program Objectives
Health Biotechnology encompasses a wide field of studies including molecular biology, biochemistry, chemistry, genetics (including genetic engineering), cell biology, microbiology (including forensics and food processing), analytical instrumentation, and biopharmaceuticals.
The program is designed to prepare students as health biotechnology technicians through the familiarization with scientific methods and experimental techniques, in accordance with accepted principles of quality assurance and manufacturing.
The first two academic semesters are common with the Biotechnology Technician program of studies, followed by two semesters focusing on specialized courses relating to clinical testing and research, manufacturing including current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) as well as Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) in the field of Biotechnology.
Opportunities
Graduates may seek entry level positions in public or private laboratories as laboratory assistants or as technicians in manufacturing facilities. These laboratories may be found in pharmaceutical or biologic companies, food processing industries, and testing and research facilities.
Program Recognition
The Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT) conditionally recognizes this program as meeting all the academic requirements for certification in the Certified Technician (CTech) category. Graduates and final year students are immediately eligible to be registered as Associate members of OACETT upon submission of the Graduate Application form available through OACETT. Additional requirements to become fully certified (work experience, the OACETT Professional Practice Examination, peer references, etc.) will be requested once the application has been received. Requirements for certification are the jurisdiction of OACETT.
| Co-op Rate | |
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| Range: $14.00 - $26.00 | Average: $18.00 |
For further information, please contact:
Julie Farnand, Co-op Specialist
Phone: 905-575-2163
Email: julie.farnand [at] mohawkcollege.ca (Julie Farnand)
Opportunities
Opportunities
Opportunities
Mohawk Pathways
Mohawk offers a diverse range of programs to further your studies**: Students that graduate from any of the following Ontario College Diploma and Ontario College Advanced Diploma programs are eligible to enroll into semester 3 of the Biotechnology (Health) program:
Graduates from the Biotechnology (Health) program are eligible to enroll into the following Ontario College Advanced Diploma programs:
- Biotechnology - Advanced (Enter Semester 5)
- Chemical Engineering Technology (Enter Semester 2)
- Earn a degree:
- Davenport University - Bachelor of Science, Health Services Administration
- Visit Pathways and Credit Transfer for degree completion opportunities outside of Ontario.
- See ONTransfer for additional opportunities at other colleges or universities in Ontario.
View our internal pathways map PDF. This Pathways map shows how the identified program can lead to future program choices within Mohawk.
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Your future career options
- Biotech Laboratory Technician
- Biotech Production
- Technical Sales Representative
- Environmental/food safety monitoring technician
Where you could work includes:
- Bioscience Laboratories (Public and Private)
- Biologic Production and Testing
- Agriculture and Food Production Companies
- Pharmaceutical or Biologic Production
- Environmental Monitoring
Opportunities for grads
- Graduates may be eligible to be registered as associate members of The Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT).
Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) Pathway Information for Biotechnology and Biotechnology (Health) Graduates
Graduates of the Biotechnology and Biotechnology (Health) programs are eligible to enter the Medical Laboratory Technician program at Mohawk College, and receive exemptions for up to 4 of the 13 courses in this program. The Medical Laboratory Technician program (047), is a one year Certificate program offered on a part time basis through Mohawk College Continuing Education, and is a joint Mohawk/Michener Institute Certificate. Graduates of the Medical Laboratory Technician program are eligible to write both the National Certification Examination (CSMLS) and Provincial Certification Examination (OSMT).
Program Recognition
Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT) recognizes this program as meeting all the academic requirements for certification in the Certified Technician (CTech) category.
Program of Studies
Course Overview & Descriptions
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Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
Program Learning Outcomes, often referred to as ‘Program Standards', set out the essential learning that a student must achieve before being deemed ready to graduate.
- Review the program learning outcomes for Biotechnology (Health) (370)
- Review the program learning outcomes for Biotechnology (Health) (670) - co-op
In many cases these program learning outcomes were developed by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities (MCU) in consultation with employers and educators who are experts in the program field. To ensure the outcomes remain current and in line with industry needs, we invite our employers, graduates working in the field and current students to re-examine and update them during regular, ongoing program review focus groups.
Additional Information
Additional Information
Technical Requirements
Computer capable of running Microsoft Office 365, good internet access.
Faculty
Program Coordinator
Contact Greg Matzke for year 1 and Ayaaz Pirani for year 2.
Ayaaz Pirani
Faculty
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Program Coordinator
Contact Greg Matzke for year 1 and Ayaaz Pirani for year 2.
Ayaaz Pirani
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