You can complete a Certi�cate of Achievement or Associate in Science Degree and have the opportunity to earn a Specialty Certi�cate in Stem Cell Biology.

Berkeley City College was awarded a $2.4 million grant from the California Institute of Regenerative Medicine (CIRM) to support student internships in research labo-ratories devoted to stem cell biology and regenerative medicine. Each year, 8-10 students receive ten-month paid internships to work in laboratories at various institu-tions. �ese include Children’s Hospital Oakland Research Institute, UC Berkeley, UC San Francisco, and Stanford University. At the end of their internships, students present their research at the CIRM Bridges Scienti�c meeting.

�rough these research opportunities, students in BCC’s Biotechnology Program gain experience to build their dream career. All CIRM interns have found employment in biopharmaceutical industries, completed four-year degrees, or advanced to graduate and professional schools.

For details, call (510) 981-2887.

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What You Should Know�e greater San Francisco Bay Area is home to some of the most innova-tive biotechnology �rms in the world. �ese companies are seeking highly quali�ed applicants for their research, manufacturing and other laboratory operations. �e Biotechnology Program at Berkeley City College provides students with excellent preparation for positions in:

• Biotechnology • Allied Health Research and Diagnostics • Pharmaceuticals • Academic Research • Agriculture • Environmental Science • Criminal Justice

If your future goals are Jobs in the life sciences/Biotechnology and/orBA/MS degree in the life sciences

And you have• High school diploma • Some college • BA/BS degree or higher

Berkeley City College o�ers three Biotechnology programs• Certi�cate of Pro�ciency • Certi�cate of Achievement• Associate in Science Degree

Qualifications for BioScience Positions• Analytical and research skills - critical thinking, laboratory

calculations, computer pro�ciency, scienti�c reading and writing.• Technical laboratory skills – ability to work through compli-

cated protocols and learn new techniques quickly; familiarity and con�dence with molecular biology techniques and tissue cultures; understanding of proteomics and bioinformatics.

Job Prospects/Positions Held by Recent GraduatesGraduates of our Biotechnology Program have found positions at local biotechnology �rms (including Bayer and Novartis), the California Department of Health and Human Services, and research laboratories at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, the Universities of California Berkeley and San Francisco.

Salary LevelMedian annual wages for Biological Technicians in 2010 was $51,168. (Source: Special report on the East Bay Workforce by East Bay Economic Development Association, 2013)

Community College Fees and Financial AidAs of 2014, if you are a California resident, your community college enrollment fee is $46 per semester unit. Out-of-state students pay $236 per unit and international students pay $242 per semester unit. Visit web.peralta.edu/admissions/fees/ for detailed and updated description of all student fees. Financial aid is available. Call (510) 981-2807 or e-mail bcc-�naid@peralta.edu.

Where to Get More InformationStop by Berkeley City College at 2050 Center Street, Berkeley or call (510) 981-2800. Hours for information: 8 a.m.- 4:45 p.m., Mon.-Fri.

Biotechnology Associate in Science Degree

Required Courses UnitsBIOL 3 Microbiology 5*BIOL 10 Introduction to Biology 4BIOL 32 Scienti�c Literature 2BIOL 33 Applied Immunology 6BIOL 34 Applied Molecular Genetics 6BIOL 230A Sci. Inst. I: Overview of Biotechniques 2BIOL 230B Sci. Inst. II: Protein Chemistry 2BIOL 230C Sci. Inst. III: Advanced Techniques 3*CHEM 30A Introductory Inorganic Chemistry 4*CHEM 30B Introductory Organic and Biochemistry 4*CIS 1 Introduction to Computer Information Systems 4ENGL 1A Composition and Reading 4HUMAN 30A Human Values – Ethics 3*MATH 1 Pre-Calculus 4*PHYS 10 Introduction to Physics 4General Education Requirement 4

Total Minimum Required Units 61

Biotechnology Certificate of AchievementRequired Courses UnitsBIOL 3 Microbiology 5*BIOL 10 Introduction to Biology 4BIOL 32 Scienti�c Literature 2BIOL 33 Applied Immunology 6BIOL 34 Applied Molecular Genetics 6BIOL 230A Sci. Inst. I: Overview of Biotechniques 2BIOL 230B Sci. Inst. II: Protein Chemistry 2*CHEM 30A Introductory Inorganic Chemistry 4*CHEM 30B Introductory Organic and Biochemistry 4*CIS 1 Introduction to Computer Information Systems 4*MATH 1 Pre-Calculus 4*PHYS 10 Introduction to Physics 4 Total Minimum Required Units 47

Biotechnology Certificate of ProficiencyRequired Courses UnitsBIOL 10 Introduction to Biology 4*MATH 201 Elementary Algebra 4BIOL230A Sci. Inst. I: Overview of Biotechniques 2CHEM 30A Introductory Inorganic Chemistry 4CIS 200 Computer Concepts and Applications 1

Total Minimum Required Units 15

*You may substitute higher level courses in biology, chemistry, mathematics and physics.

Academic CreditCore general education classes meet University of California and California State University transfer requirements. Consult a counselor for details.

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BIOL 3 MicrobiologySurvey of the various microscopic agents of particular importance to humans: Emphasis on microbes involved in infectious diseases, host defenses against diseases, elements of infectious chains and means utilized for breaking the chains.

BIOL 10 Introduction to BiologyFundamentals of biology for the non-major: Scienti�c inquiry, biological chemistry, cell structure and function, DNA and genetics, evolution and ecology, and an overview of living organisms. Includes laboratory exercises designed to complement lectures.

BIOL 32 Scienti�c LiteratureComprehension and analytical assessment of technical and scienti�c writing: Evaluation of logic, experimental design, data, and conclusions in selected papers; purpose, value, and use of written protocols in science laboratories.

BIOL 33 Applied Immunology (Spring Semester)Speci�c and non-speci�c reactions in immunity: Basis of cell-mediated and humoral immunity, role of the immune system in health and disease, methods and applications of immunochem-istry to medicine and biotechnology.

BIOL 34 Applied Molecular Genetics (Fall Semester)Principles of molecular genetics and evolution: Structure and replication of genetic material, gene structure, transfer and expression of genetic information, recombinant DNA methodol-ogy, research and industrial applications of biotechnology

BIOL 230A Scienti�c Instrumentation IIntroduction to the laboratory: Use of common equipment items, including hand-held measuring devices, scales, pH meters, spectrophotometers, centrifuges and autoclave; laboratory mathematics, media and bu�er preparation, aseptic technique, basic microbiological techniques, chemical safety, hazardous waste disposal, and good manufacturing practices.

BIOL 230B Scienti�c Instrumentation IIContinuation of BIOL 230A: Introduction to fermentation, protein puri�cation methodologies, protein assays, bioassays, gel electrophoresis, quality assurance, quality control, survey of biotechnology and research laboratories.

BIOL 230C Scienti�c Instrumentation IIIAdvanced experimental techniques and research methods: Embryonic and induced pluripotent stem cells, micromanipula-tion techniques, use of FACS, microarrays, mass spectrometry, quantitative PCR, DNA sequencing methods and bioinformatics.

CHEM 30A Introductory General ChemistryFundamental principles of general chemistry: Metric measurements, matter and energy, atomic structure, chemical nomenclature, chemical bonding, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, gas laws, nuclear chemistry; properties of liquids, solids, solutions, acids, and bases.

CHEM 30B Introductory Organic and BiochemistryIntroduction to basic organic chemistry and biochemis-try: Hydrocarbons; organic functional groups, nomencla-ture, and reactions; polymers, carbohydrates, proteins, enzymes, lipids, nucleic acids, protein synthesis, and metabolic pathways.

CIS 1 Introduction to Computer Information SystemsGeneral nature of computer hardware, software and systems: Hands-on applications include introduction to word processing, spreadsheet, database management, and presentation software, and a brief introduction to web browsing and e-mail.

CIS 200 Computer Concepts and Applications Terminology, word processing, spreadsheets, database management, presentation graphics and the Internet.

ENGL 1A Composition and ReadingReading and writing expository prose: Critical thinking, identifying logical fallacies, and reasoning inductively and deductively.

HUMAN 30A Human Values/EthicsAnalysis of concepts of good and right in our society and of criteria of conduct: Various religious, philosophic, scienti�c, and aesthetic aspects of moral behavior integrated with reason and emotion of the individual.

MATH 1 Pre-CalculusPreparation for the calculus sequence: Inequalities, theory of equations, sequences and series, matrices, functions and relations, and logarithmic and exponential functions.

MATH 201 Elementary AlgebraBasic algebraic operations: Linear equations and inequali-ties, relations and functions, factoring quadratic polyno-mials, solving quadratic equations, fractions, radicals and exponents, word problems, graphics, and number systems.

PHYS 10 Introduction to PhysicsElementary study of major topics of physics: Motion, forces, energy, momentum, rotation, oscillation, sound, electromagnetics, light, quantum physics, atoms, nuclei, and relativity.

A Note for Our International StudentsFor information regarding enrollment proce-dures, student visas, and other details, please contact the O�ce of International Education, Peralta Community College District, 333 E. 8th St., Oakland, CA 94606. Call (510) 466-7380 or e-mail globaled@peralta.edu.

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