*Students may engage in a two-semester wet bench research project with a selected PI in year two (LS 404 and LS 405) or take a 2-credit program-approved elective in the spring of year two. Students must meet with their faculty advisor and/or program director to determine which option best meets their educational goals. LS 404 and LS 405 are not a substitute for nor may run concurrently with practica courses.
Biotechnology
Program
Name:
Scott Gygax, PhD
Position:
Vice-Chair & Program Director, Biotechnology
Organization:
Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences & Biotechnology
Email:
Scott.Gygax@jefferson.edu
Curriculum
The curriculum for Biotechnology varies based on the program option you choose.
Bachelor of Science, Two-Year Option
A two-year Bachelor of Science program.
| Credit Summary | Credits |
|---|---|
| Credits Required for Admission | 55 |
| Credits for Year One (minimum) | 30 |
| Credits for Year Two (minimum) | 36 |
| Total Credits for BS in Biotechnology | 121 |
Fall Semester (16 credits)
| Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| BT 303 Lab Design & Stewardship | 3 |
| BT 310 Fundamental Molecular Techniques | 4 |
| BT 405 Applied Microbial Biotechnology | 3 |
| LS 301 Molecular Biology | 3 |
| LS 304 Biochemistry | 3 |
Spring Semester (14-15 credits)
| Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| BT 320 Cell Culture & Expression Systems | 4 |
| BT 410 Molecular Diagnostic Techniques | 4 |
| BT 411 Protein Purification and Characterization | 3 |
| LS 440 Current Research in the Biosciences | 2 |
| TBD Program-Approved Elective | 1-2 |
Fall Semester (17-18 credits)
| Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| BT 305 Survey of Biotechnology Applications | 3 |
| BT 412 Biotechnology Practicum I | 3 |
| BT 422 Biotechnology Practicum II | 3 |
| LS 403 Research Design | 2 |
| LS 331 Immunology | 3 |
| TBD Program-Approved Elective | 2-3 |
| LS 404* Experimental Research I (requires special approval) | 1 |
Spring Semester (18-19 credits)
| Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| BT 325 Product Development and Management | 3 |
| BT 403 Human Genetics | 3 |
| BT 406 Bioinformatics | 2 |
| BT 416 Comprehensive Examination | 0 |
| BT 432 Biotechnology Practicum III | 3 |
| BT 442 Biotechnology Practicum IV | 3 |
| LS 430 Laboratory Standards and Practices | 3 |
|
LS 405* Experimental Research II (requires special approval) -OR- TBD Program-Approved Elective |
1
2 |
Bachelor of Science, One-Year Option
An accelerated, one-year Bachelor of Science program.
| Credit Summary | Credits |
|---|---|
| Credits Required for Admission | 70 |
| Credits for Senior Year | 55 |
| Total Credits for BS in Biotechnology | 125 |
| Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| BT 303 Lab Design & Stewardship | 3 |
| BT 310 Fundamental Molecular Techniques | 4 |
| BT 405 Applied Microbial Biotechnology | 3 |
| LS 301 Molecular Biology | 3 |
| LS 304 Biochemistry | 3 |
| LS 331 Immunology | 3 |
| Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| BT 320 Cell Culture & Expression Systems | 4 |
| BT 325 Product Development and Management | 3 |
| BT 403 Human Genetics | 3 |
| BT 406 Bioinformatics | 2 |
| BT 410 Molecular Diagnostic Techniques | 4 |
| BT 411 Protein Purification and Characterization | 3 |
| LS 440 Current Research in the Biosciences | 2 |
| Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| BT 412 Biotechnology Practicum I | 3 |
| BT 416 Comprehensive Examination | 0 |
| BT 422 Biotechnology Practicum II | 3 |
| BT 432 Biotechnology Practicum III | 3 |
| BT 442 Biotechnology Practicum IV | 3 |
| LS 430 Laboratory Standards and Practices | 3 |
Bachelor of Science & Master of Science
A two-year Bachelor of Science and Master of Science program.
| Credit Summary | Credits |
|---|---|
| Credits Required for Admission | 82 |
| Undergraduate Credits | 38 |
| Graduate Credits | 34 |
| Total Credits for BS and MS in Biotechnology (minimum) | 154 |
Fall Semester (19 credits)
| Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| BT 303 Lab Design & Stewardship | 3 |
| BT 305 Survey of Biotechnology Applications | 3 |
| BT 310 Fundamental Molecular Techniques | 4 |
| BT 405 Applied Microbial Biotechnology | 3 |
| LS 301 Molecular Biology | 3 |
| LS 304 Biochemistry | 3 |
Spring Semester (19 credits)
| Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| BT 320 Cell Culture & Expression Systems | 4 |
| BT 403 Human Genetics | 3 |
| BT 406 Introduction to Bioinformatics | 2 |
| BT 410 Molecular Diagnostic Techniques | 4 |
| BT 411 Protein Purification and Characterization | 3 |
| LS 540 Current Research in the Biosciences | 3 |
Fall Semester (17-18 credits)
| Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| BT 812 Biotechnology Practicum I | 3 |
| BT 813 Biotechnology Practicum II | 3 |
| LS 531 Immunology | 3 |
| LS 603 Research Design | 2 |
| LS 640 Methods in Bioscience Education | 3 |
| LS 804* Experimental Research I (requires special approval) | 1 |
| TBD Program-Approved Elective | 3 |
Spring Semester (16-17 credits)
| Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| BT 525 Product Development and Management | 3 |
| BT 814 Biotechnology Practicum III | 3 |
| BT 815 Biotechnology Practicum IV | 3 |
| BT 816 Comprehensive Examination | 0 |
| LS 610 Regulatory and Fiscal Issues in Laboratory Management | 3 |
| LS 803* Contemporary Topics Research -OR- LS 805* Experimental Research II (requires special approval) |
2 1 |
| TBD Program-Approved Elective | 3 |
*To meet the research requirement, students may take a classroom literature review-based course (LS 803) or, under special circumstances, engage in a two-semester wet bench research project with a selected PI (LS 804 and LS 805). Students must meet with their faculty advisor and/or program director to determine which option best meets their educational goals. LS 804 and LS 805 are not a substitute for nor may run concurrently with practica courses.
Master of Science, One-Year Option
A one-year Master of Science program.
| Credit Summary | Credits |
|---|---|
| Total Credits for MS in Bioscience Technologies (1-year option) | 57 |
| Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| BT 503 Lab Design & Stewardship | 3 |
| BT 510 Basic Molecular Techniques | 4 |
| BT 605 Applied Microbial Biotechnology | 3 |
| LS 501 Molecular Biology | 3 |
| LS 504 Biochemistry | 3 |
| LS 531 Immunology | 3 |
| LS 603 Research Design | 2 |
| Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| BT 520 Cell Culture & Expression Systems | 4 |
| BT 525 Product Development and Management | 3 |
| BT 603 Human Genetics | 3 |
| BT 606 Bioinformatics | 2 |
| BT 610 Molecular Diagnostic Techniques | 4 |
| BT 611 Protein Purification and Characterization | 3 |
| Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| BT 812 Practicum I | 3 |
| BT 813 Practicum II | 3 |
| BT 814 Practicum III | 3 |
| BT 815 Practicum IV | 3 |
| BT 816 Comprehensive Examination | 0 |
| LS 610 Regulatory and Fiscal Issues in Laboratory Management | 3 |
| LS 803 Contemporary Topics Research | 2 |
Master of Science, Two-Year Option
A two-year Master of Science program.
| Credit Summary | Credits |
|---|---|
| Total Credits for MS in Biotechnology | 57 |
Fall Semester (16 credits)
| Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| BT 503 Lab Design & Stewardship | 3 |
| BT 510 Fundamental Molecular Techniques | 4 |
| BT 605 Applied Microbial Biotechnology | 3 |
| LS 501 Molecular Biology | 3 |
| LS 504 Biochemistry | 3 |
Spring Semester (16 credits)
| Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| BT 520 Cell Culture & Expression Systems | 4 |
| BT 603 Human Genetics | 3 |
| BT 606 Bioinformatics | 2 |
| BT 610 Molecular Diagnostic Techniques | 4 |
| BT 611 Protein Purification and Characterization | 3 |
Fall Semester (11-12 credits)
| Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| BT 812 Biotechnology Practicum I | 2 |
| BT 813 Biotechnology Practicum II | 3 |
| LS 531 Immunology | 3 |
| LS 603 Research Design | 3 |
| LS 804* Experimental Research I | 1 |
Spring Semester (13-14 credits)
| Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| BT 525 Product Development and Management | 2 |
| BT 814 Biotechnology Practicum III | 2 |
| BT 815 Biotechnology Practicum IV | 3 |
| BT 816 Comprehensive Exam | 3 |
| LS 610 Regulatory and Fiscal Issues in Lab Management | 0 |
| LS 803* Contemporary Topics Research -OR- LS 805** Experimental Research II (requires special approval) |
2 1 |
*To meet the research requirement, students may take a classroom literature review-based course (LS 803) or, under special circumstances, engage in a two-semester wet bench research project with a selected PI (LS 804 and LS 805). Students must meet with their faculty advisor and/or program director to determine which option best meets their educational goals. LS 804 and LS 805 are not a substitute for nor may run concurrently with practica courses.
Advanced Master of Science, Two-Year Option
A two-year advanced Master of Science program for students with a bachelor's degree in biotechnology tailored to each student's unique interests and professional goals. Minimum 33 graduate credits.
| Credit Summary | Credits |
|---|---|
| Total Credits for MS in Biotechnology | 33 |
Fall Semester (8 credits)
| Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| BT 605 Applied Microbial Biotechnology | 3 |
| BT 812 Biotechnology Practicum I (or Program-Approved Elective) | 3 |
| LS 603 Research Design | 2 |
Spring Semester (6 credits)
| Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| BT 603 Human Genetics (or Program-Approved Elective) | 3 |
| BT 813 Biotechnology Practicum II (or Program-Approved Elective) | 3 |
Summer Session (6 credits)
| Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| LS 610 Regulatory and Fiscal Issues in Laboratory Management | 3 |
| BT 814 Biotechnology Practicum III (or program-approved elective) | 3 |
Fall Semester (6-7 credits)
| Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|
|
LS 504 Biochemistry (or Program-Approved Elective) -OR- LS 531 Immunology (or Program-Approved Elective) |
3 |
| BT 815 Biotechnology Practicum IV (or Program-Approved Elective) | 3 |
| LS 804* Experimental Research I (requires special approval) | 1 |
Spring Semester (6-7 credits)
| Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| BT 525 Product Development and Management | 3 |
| LS 606 Bioinformatics | 2 |
| LS 803* Contemporary Topics Research -OR- LS 805* Experimental Research II (requires special approval) |
2 1 |
*To meet the research requirement, students may take a classroom literature review-based course (LS 803) or, under special circumstances, engage in a two-semester wet bench research project with a selected PI (LS 804 and LS 805). Students must meet with their faculty advisor and/or program director to determine which option best meets their educational goals. LS 804 and LS 805 are not a substitute for nor may run concurrently with practica courses.
Advanced Master of Science, One-Year Option
A full-time advanced Master of Science program for students with a bachelor's degree in biotechnology. This program is tailored to each student's unique interests and professional goals. Minimum 36 graduate credits.
| Credit Summary | Credits |
|---|---|
| Total Credits for MS in Biotechnology | 33 |
| Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| BT 605 Applied Microbial Biotechnology | 3 |
| BT 812 Biotechnology Practicum I (or Program-Approved elective) | 3 |
| BT 813 Biotechnology Practicum II (or Program-Approved elective) | 3 |
|
LS 504 Biochemistry (or Program-Approved Elective) -OR- LS 531 Immunology (or Program-Approved Elective) |
3 |
| LS 603 Research Design | 2 |
| LS 804* Experimental Research I (requires special approval) | 1 |
| Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| BT 525 Product Development and Management | 3 |
| BT 603 Human Genetics (or program-approved elective) | 3 |
| BT 606 Bioinformatics | 2 |
| BT 814 Biotechnology Practicum III (or program-approved elective) | 3 |
| BT 815 Biotechnology Practicum IV (or program-approved elective) | 3 |
| LS 610 Regulatory and Fiscal Issues in Laboratory Management (or Program-Approved Elective) | 3 |
|
LS 803* Contemporary Topics Research -OR- LS 805* Experimental Research II (requires special approval) |
2
1 |
*To meet the research requirement, students may take a classroom literature review-based course (LS 803) or engage in a two-semester wet bench research project with a selected PI (LS 804 and LS 805). Students must meet with their faculty advisor and/or program director to determine which option best meets their educational goals. LS 804 and LS 805 are not a substitute for nor may run concurrently with practica courses.