Biotechnology

ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE, 60 CREDITS

Riverland’s Biotechnology Associate of Science (AS) degree is a two-year program that prepares students for entry-level roles in the biotechnology industry. The curriculum includes core sciences, lab-based training, internships, and business communication skills. Graduates are equipped for careers as lab technicians, research assistants, and quality control specialists in pharmaceuticals, biomanufacturing, and medical technology. The program also serves as a solid foundation for continued education in biotechnology or related fields.

Location: Albert Lea, Austin, Owatonna, Online Course(s)
Program Starts: Fall
Course Plan: Four Semesters
Faculty: Sue Knoll | 507-433-0833 | Sue.Knoll@riverland.edu
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Admissions: 507-433-0600 | admissions@riverland.edu

Required General Education/MnTC Courses (54 Credits)
BIOL1091	General Biology I (Goal 2 & 3)	4 CR
BIOL1092	General Biology II (Goal 3 & 10)	4 CR
BIOL2040	General Microbiology (Goal 2 & 3)	4 CR
CHEM1201	General Chemistry I (Goal 3 & 10)	5 CR
CHEM1202	General Chemistry II (Goal 2 & 3)	5 CR
ENGL1101	Composition I (Goal 1 & 2) or ENGL1102	3 CR
GEOG1200	Human Geography (Goal 5 & 10)	3 CR
MATH1210	Calculus I (Goal 2 & 4)	5 CR
MATH2021	Fundamentals of Statistics (Goal 2 & 4) or MATH2022	4 CR
PHIL1130	Ethics (Goal 6 & 9)	3 CR
PHYS1501	College Physics I (Goal 2 & 3)	4 CR
PHYS1502	College Physics II (Goal 2 & 3)	4 CR
SOCI1103	Social Problems (Goal 5 & 9)	3 CR
SPCH1100	Fundamentals of Speech (Goal 1 & 9) or SPCH1102, SPCH1200, or SPCH1310	3 CR
-	Goal 6 - Humanities and Fine Arts	1 CR

Electives (6 credits)
MATH1220	Calculus II	5 CR
BIOL2300	Genetics	4 CR

For in-depth information including outcomes, program fees, course descriptions, and more please visit the Biotechnology program page at riverland.edu.