The Industrial Laboratory Technology curriculum prepares individuals for entry-level positions in a wide range of industries that perform laboratory testing of chemical, biological, and physical agents. Instruction is focused on the practical, hands-on skills required by industrial research laboratories and production facilities. Students will receive instruction in basic laboratory procedures such as preparation of reagents and culture media, instrumentation, preparation and execution of protocols, quality assurance, safety, recording and reporting of experimental data, sterility, microbiology, chromatography, and electrophoresis. Graduates should qualify for employment opportunities in research, food processing, environmental monitoring, chemical production, and textile, agricultural, and pharmaceutical industries. The Industrial Pharmaceutical Technology curriculum is designed to prepare individuals for employment in pharmaceutical manufacturing and related industries.
Major emphasis is placed on manufacturing processes and quality assurance procedures.
Course work includes general education, computer applications, biology, chemistry, industrial safety, and an extensive array of very detailed, pharmaceutically specific classes. Graduates should qualify for numerous positions within the industry.