30 credits minimum
Biotechnology Department
Jordan Campus, JHS
General Information, (801) 957-4073
Program Information, (801) 957-6450
www.slcc.edu/biomanufacturing
Academic Advisor, JHS 050, (801) 957-6215
Program Faculty:
Instructors − Vivian Ngan-Winward
Program Description: The courses of study available in the Biomanufacturing program provide students with training for entry- to mid- level positions at companies manufacturing biotechnological products. The program’s curriculum is driven and supported by the local biomanufacturing industry, and focuses on using innovative practical activities to deliver the hands-on experience students require for the effective mastery of concepts and skills. Classes are taught by faculty with extensive experience in the biotechnology manufacturing industry. The main biomanufacturing sectors represented in the state are companies specializing in medical devices, natural products, pharmaceuticals, and a number of contract testing and research organizations. Local companies are anticipating that their skilled workforce needs will be fulfilled by the well-trained talent produced by the Biomanufacturing Program.
The Biomanufacturing Certificate of Completion is intended to be a short but intensive training program that can be completed in two semesters. Students will be introduced to the history of biotechnology and the local biomanufacturing industry, including the typical manufacturing process and career paths; master specific skills, including effective communication and documentation, workplace safety, quality control activities, and critical thinking; demonstrate their understanding of the various aspects of quality systems and regulations governing the biomanufacturing industry; reinforce concepts and skills learned by participating as a member of team that manufactures a specified quantity of a real biotechnological product. Students desiring additional biomanufacturing training can continue with the Biomanufacturing Diploma and/or the Biomanufacturing AAS tracks.
Estimated Time to Completion: If student follow the suggested semester schedule, tome to completion is two semesters.
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Related College-Wide Student Learning Outcomes |
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Students will demonstrate introductory knowledge in:
- The history of biotechnology and its applications
- The local biomanufacturing industry
- The blend of sciences involved in biomanufacturing
- Biomanufacturing careers
- The overall biomanufacturing process - the “big picture”
- Basic biomanufacturing-related activities and specific processes
- Quality management basics
- Case studies of product failures
Students will demonstrate foundational knowledge in quality systems and regulations, which govern the biomanufacturing industry:
- Evolution of quality systems
- Evolution of federal regulations
- Generic quality management structure
- Quality system documents
- How to perform inspections
- How to qualify vendors
- Audits
- Non-conformance and corrective / preventative actions
- System improvements
Students will demonstrate basic science knowledge in:
Students will demonstrate mastery of concepts and skills related to advanced biomanufacturing topics that are specific to their chosen biomanufacturing emphasis
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1 - Substantive Knowledge |
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Students will demonstrate mastery of the following communicationrelated skills, which are highly applicable to the biomanufacturing setting:
- Effective verbal and written communication
- Effective documentation
- Basic computer skills
- Laboratory / workplace safety
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2 - Communicate Effectively |
| Students will demonstrate proper data collection, handling, and analysis skills, particularly for quality assurance and control purposes as well as for troubleshooting and problem-solving |
3 - Develop Quantitative Literacies |
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Students will demonstrate their ability to think critically for a variety of biomanufacturing-related functions:
- Application of substantive knowledge
- Quality assurance / quality control
- Troubleshooting and problem-solving of biomanufacturing processes and/or product issues
- Facilitation of system improvements
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4 - Think Critically |
| Students will demonstrate their ability to hold meaningful discussions about biomanufacturing concepts, skills, and related topics with those in the biomanufacturing field as well as those with limited or no knowledge. |
5 - Civic Engagement and/or Working Professionally |
