Bioscience Technology (BSC)
Bioscience Technology (BSC)
Bioscience technicians perform procedures in chemical and biotechnology laboratories, pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities, and research laboratories. Advanced skills in biology and chemistry, microbiology, and laboratory skills are important for a successful career in bioscience or biotechnology.
Students who successfully complete the Bioscience Technology program at Cincinnati State earn an Associate of Applied Science degree. The curriculum prepares graduates for entry-level employment in bioscience or biotechnology, or for transfer to a four-year institution to pursue a bachelor’s degree in biological science or related fields. Students entering the program should have a strong background in or aptitude for the sciences, a willingness to follow structured methods, ability to explore molecules and cells, and a desire to help people and enhance the world through the use of biotechnology.
Bioscience Certificate (BSCC)
The Bioscience Certificate is designed for someone with a desire to learn the basics of the biotechnology field, either as an add-on to another degree or as a new career path. The certificate curriculum contains less rigorous biology and chemistry requirements than the degree program, but has most of the same laboratory courses. Students learn genetic engineering, DNA forensics, aseptic technology and microbiology basics, protein isolation techniques, protein and DNA electrophoresis, PCR technology, and more.
Bioscience employees are expected to pay attention to cleanliness, detail, and protocol; have background in biology and science concepts; and have good communication skills. Graduates may be hired as laboratory assistants using equipment specific to the biotechnology field, or as technicians in bio-manufacturing industries.
Bioscience Technology (BSC)
All degree-seeking students must complete a First Year Experience (FYE) course as part of the first 12 credit hours taken at Cincinnati State.
Program Prerequisite: IM 111 Computer Applications 1 or appropriate computer literacy placement test score
| Semester 1 | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 101 | English Composition | 3 |
| BSC 105 | Laboratory Skills for Bioscience | 3 |
| BSC 110 | Biomanufacturing Workplace Regulations | 3 |
| BIO XXX Biology Sequence Elective 1 | 4 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| BSC 115 | Bioscience Laboratory Methods | 3 |
| MAT 151 | College Algebra | 4 |
| BIO XXX Biology Sequence Elective 2 | 4 | |
| CHE XXX Chemistry Elective | 4 | |
| Semester 3 | ||
| COMM 110 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| XXX XXX Bioscience Elective | 2 | |
| ENG XXX English Composition Elective | 3 | |
| XXX XXX Humanities/Social Sciences Elective 1 | 3 | |
| Semester 4 | ||
| IM 120 | Electronic Spreadsheets: Microsoft Excel | 3 |
| BSC 150 | Scientific Literacy for Bioscience | 2 |
| BSC 205 | Molecular Genetics Laboratory | 5 |
| CHE XXX Organic Chemistry Elective | 4 | |
| Semester 5 | ||
| BSC 210 | Protein Purification and Analysis | 5 |
| XXX XXX Humanities/Social Sciences Elective 2 | 3 | |
| MAT XXX Mathematics Elective | 3 | |
| BIO XXX Advanced Biology Elective | 3 | |
| Semester 6 | ||
| BSC XXX Bioscience Experiential Learning Elective | 2 | |
| Total Credits: | 69 | |
Electives
| Biology Sequence Electives | ||
| Select one of the following: | ||
| Biology: Unity of Life and Biology: Diversity of Life | ||
| Biology 1 and Biology 2 1 | ||
| Chemistry Elective | ||
| Select one of the following: | ||
| Fundamentals of Chemistry | ||
| General Chemistry 1 and General Chemistry 1 Lab and General Chemistry 2 and General Chemistry 2 Lab 1 | ||
| Bioscience Electives | ||
| BSC 120 | Cell Culture | 2 |
| BSC 160 | Quality and Compliance in Biomanufacturing | 3 |
| BSC 230 | Introduction to Bioinformatics | 3 |
| MET 230 | Quality Control and Six Sigma | 4 |
| EVT 168 | Radiation Safety | 2 |
| EVT 170 | Water and Wastewater Treatment and Analysis | 4 |
| English Composition Elective | ||
| ENG 102 | Composition and Argument | 3 |
| ENG 103 | Composition and Literature | 3 |
| ENG 104 | Composition and Technical Communication | 3 |
| ENG 105 | Composition and Business Communication | 3 |
| Humanities/Social Sciences Electives | ||
| CULT 105 | Issues in Human Diversity | 3 |
| or CULT 110 | Social Issues in Technology | |
| PHI 110 | Ethics | 3 |
| PSY 100 | Applied Psychology: Human Relations | 3 |
| or PSY 102 | Applied Psychology: Stress Management | |
| or PSY 110 | Introduction to Psychology | |
| SOC 100 | Survey of Social Issues | 3 |
| or SOC 105 | Introduction to Sociology | |
| Organic Chemistry Elective | ||
| Select one of the following: | ||
| Bio-Organic Chemistry | ||
| Organic Chemistry 1 and Organic Chemistry 1 Lab and Organic Chemistry 2 and Organic Chemistry 2 Lab 1 | ||
| Mathematics Elective | ||
| MAT 131 | Statistics 1 | 3 |
| or MAT 153 | Pre-Calculus | |
| Advanced Biology Elective | ||
| BIO 115 | Human Genetics | 3 |
| BIO 250 | Cell Biology | 5 |
| BIO 260 | Genetics | 5 |
| BIO 270 | Ecology | 5 |
| BIO 275 | Animal Behavior | 5 |
| Bioscience Experiential Learning Elective | ||
| BSC 280 | Bioscience Capstone Project | 2 |
| BSC 191 | Part-Time Cooperative Education 1: Bioscience | 1 |
| BSC 291 | Full-Time Cooperative Education 1: Bioscience | 2 |
| BSC 294 | Internship 1: Bioscience | 2 |
| 1 | recommended for students planning to continue in a bachelor’s degree science program |
Bioscience Certificate
All certificate-seeking students must complete a First Year Experience (FYE) course as part of the first 12 credit hours taken at Cincinnati State.
Program Prerequisites: MAT 150 Intermediate Algebra (minimum grade C) or appropriate placement test score, and IM 111 Computer Applications 1 or appropriate computer literacy placement test score.
| Semester 1 | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| BSC 105 | Laboratory Skills for Bioscience | 3 |
| BSC 110 | Biomanufacturing Workplace Regulations | 3 |
| BIO 111 | Biology: Unity of Life | 4 |
| IM 120 | Electronic Spreadsheets: Microsoft Excel | 3 |
| MAT 151 | College Algebra | 4 |
| Semester 2 | ||
| CHE 110 | Fundamentals of Chemistry | 4 |
| COMM 110 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| BSC 115 | Bioscience Laboratory Methods | 3 |
| BSC 280 | Bioscience Capstone Project | 2 |
| Total Credits: | 29 | |
Advanced Health Careers Preparatory Certificate (AHPC)
The Advanced Health Careers Preparatory Certificate is designed for students who already hold a degree and need to complete courses in biology, chemistry, or other fields in order to meet entrance requirements for advanced programs in health-related fields. Students work closely with an advisor to select courses that fulfill requirements for a specific institution.
Advanced Health Careers Preparatory Certificate
Program Prerequisite: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education, or Program Advisor consent, is required to enroll in this program.
| Semester 1 | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| XXX XXX AHPC Elective 1 | 4 | |
| XXX XXX AHPC Elective 2 | 3 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| XXX XXX AHPC Elective 3 | 4 | |
| XXX XXX AHPC Elective 4 | 3 | |
| Total Credits: | 14 | |
Electives
| AHPC Electives | ||
| Complete at least 14 credits from courses listed below, with a minimum grade of C for all courses. Students should consult with the Program Advisor before registering for courses. | ||
| Biology | ||
| BIO 115 | Human Genetics | 3 |
| BIO 131 | Biology 1 | 5 |
| BIO 132 | Biology 2 | 5 |
| BIO 151 | Anatomy and Physiology 1 | 4 |
| BIO 152 | Anatomy and Physiology 2 | 4 |
| BIO 220 | Microbiology | 3 |
| BIO 230 | Pharmacology | 3 |
| BIO 240 | Pathophysiology | 3 |
| Chemistry | ||
| CHE 110 | Fundamentals of Chemistry | 4 |
| CHE 111 | Bio-Organic Chemistry | 4 |
| CHE 121 | General Chemistry 1 1 | 4 |
| CHE 122 | General Chemistry 2 2 | 4 |
| CHE 201 | Organic Chemistry 1 3 | 3 |
| CHE 202 | Organic Chemistry 2 4 | 3 |
| Other Electives | ||
| DT 120 | NUTRITION FOR A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE | 3 |
| PSY 225 | Lifespan Development | 3 |
| 1 | must co-register for CHE 131 General Chemistry 1 Lab |
| 2 | must co-register for CHE 132 General Chemistry 2 Lab |
| 3 | must co-register for CHE 211 Organic Chemistry 1 Lab |
| 4 | must co-register for CHE 212 Organic Chemistry 2 Lab |
Courses
BSC 100 Survey of Bioscience and Biotechnology
2 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 0 Lab Hour.
An introductory course on the disciplines and scope of bioscience and biotechnology. Topics include: applications of bioscience and biotechnology, medical advances, bioethics, current developments, and career opportunities.
Prerequisites: AFM 085 and AFM 095, or appropriate placement test scores
BSC 105 Laboratory Skills for Bioscience
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.
A course on skills required for safe and regulated work in a laboratory environment. Topics include: lab documentation, safety, measurements and calculations, making solutions, and aseptic technique.
Prerequisites: BIO 111 (minimum grade C) or Program Chair consent
BSC 110 Biomanufacturing Workplace Regulations
3 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 0 Lab Hour.
A course on the regulatory environment of biomanufacturing. Topics include: scope of the biomanufacturing industry; regulations such as CRF 21, GMP, GLP, and GCP; and writing and following SOPs, batch records, and FDA warning letters and 483 notices.
Prerequisites: AFL 085 and AFM 095, or appropriate placement test scores
BSC 115 Bioscience Laboratory Methods
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.
A course on techniques used in Bioscience laboratories. Topics include: microscopy, aseptic technique, growth and identification of microbes, spectroscopy, genetic transformation, DNA isolation, and troubleshooting experiments.
Prerequisites: BSC 105, and ( BIO 111 or BIO 131), and CHE 100 or high school chemistry within the past 7 yearsand (ENG 101 or ENG REQC) (minimum grade C for all)
BSC 120 Cell Culture
2 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 4 Lab Hours.
A course on skills and techniques necessary to perform cell culture. Topics include: cell counts, biosafety, plant culture, yeast culture, mammalian cell culture, and fermentation techniques.
Prerequisites: BSC 115
BSC 150 Scientific Literacy for Bioscience
2 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 0 Lab Hour.
A course on reading, writing, and speaking skills for science professionals. Topics include: style and structure for scientific journal articles, the peer review process, and oral presentations of scientific information.
Prerequisites: None
BSC 160 Quality and Compliance in Biomanufacturing
3 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 0 Lab Hour.
A course on quality assurance elements in biomanufacturing industries. Topics include: current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), lean manufacturing and Six Sigma, root cause analysis, validation and calibration, and regulatory compliance. Students must attend field trips to local biomanufacturing companies.
Prerequisites: BSC 110
BSC 191 Part-Time Cooperative Education 1: Bioscience
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.
Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their first part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures in order to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: BIO 132 and (BSC 205 or BSC 210) (minimum grade C for all)
BSC 198 First Year Special Topics in Bioscience
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.
A course on selected topics related to Bioscience, which gives students opportunities to study information not currently covered in other courses. Grades issued are A, B, C, D, or F.
Prerequisites: None
BSC 199 First Year Independent Project in Bioscience
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.
A project related to Bioscience that is completed by one or more students to meet specific educational goals. Projects must have prior approval and supervision by Bioscience faculty. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: Vary by section
BSC 205 Molecular Genetics Laboratory
5 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 6 Lab Hours.
A course on molecular genetics techniques. Topics include: DNA and RNA isolation and purification, constructing screening libraries, electrophoresis, vector construction, Southern blot, PCR, DNA sequencing, and microarrays.
Prerequisites: BSC 115, and MAT 121 or MAT 151 (minimum grade C for all)
BSC 210 Protein Purification and Analysis
5 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 6 Lab Hours.
A course on isolation, purification, and analysis of proteins from cells. Topics include: chromatography, electrophoresis, Western blot, enzyme assays, proteomics, ELISA and other immunochemistry methods for detecting proteins.
Prerequisites: BSC 115, and MAT 121 or MAT 151 (minimum grade C for all)
BSC 230 Introduction to Bioinformatics
3 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 0 Lab Hour.
A course on computer applications, statistics, and genetics used in computational biology and bioinformatics. Topics include: the Human Genome and Human Proteome projects, multiple sequence analysis, genetic conditions and trends, and use of databases such as BLAST, FASTA, and Entrez.
Prerequisites: BIO 111 or BIO 131
BSC 280 Bioscience Capstone Project
2 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 4 Lab Hours.
Students design and perform a project under the supervision of a Bioscience instructor. Topics include: planning a budget, and documenting project results.
Prerequisites: BIO 132, and ( BSC 205 or BSC 210)
BSC 291 Full-Time Cooperative Education 1: Bioscience
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.
Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their first full-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: BIO 132 and ( BSC 205 or BSC 210) (minimum grade C for all)
BSC 294 Internship 1: Bioscience
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.
Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their first unpaid field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow applicable policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issues are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: BIO 132, BSC 205, or BSC 210 (minimum grade C for all)
BSC 298 Second Year Special Topics in Bioscience
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.
A course on selected topics related to Biology, which gives students opportunities to study information not currently covered in other courses. Grades issued are A, B, C, D, or F.
Prerequisites: None
BSC 299 Second Year Independent Project in Bioscience
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.
A project related to Bioscience that is completed by one or more students to meet specific educational goals. Projects must have prior approval and supervision by Bioscience faculty. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: Vary by section
Faculty
Program Chair
Diane K. Vorbroker
PhD