Explore pharmaceutical, biologic, genetic, clinical and other aspects of the biotechnology field as related to health.

Program Highlights

• Strong foundational program in biotechnology with exposure to options in the health field.
• 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 and protein absorption spectrophotometry
Sodium dodecyl sulfate (SDS) polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis (PAGE)
Agarose gel DNA electrophoresis
Ion exchange and thin layer chromatography
Basic techniques in microbiology
PCR (polymerase chain reaction) analysis of DNA
Micro pipetting, extractions titrations, centrifugation and pH measurements using good laboratory practice

How you’ll gain skills

Extensive hands-on laboratory practice.
Gain valuable experience during co-op work terms.

Opportunities
Where you can go next

Mohawk offers a diverse range of programs to further your studies: **

Biotechnology - Advanced (671)
Chemical Engineering Technology (533)

Earn a degree:

Davenport University - Bachelor of Science, Health Services Administration

In many cases these program learning outcomes were developed by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities (MTCU) 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.