Biotechnology Certificate
You will learn innovative biotechnical approaches in our exciting biotechnology certificate program. Explore concepts such as:
- production of recombinant molecules, made possible through sponsorship by Origene
- isolation, quantification and electrophoresis of DNA, RNA, and protein
- experiments in proteomics
- design and optimization of PCR and R T-PCR applications
- cell and tissue culture and transfection
- bioinformatic database analyses of genomes, proteomics, and evolutionary relationships
After completing the program, you will have the in-demand research and laboratory skills for graduate school or a career in biotechnology. Our program helps you achieve this by providing:
- courses with small class sizes
- internships within biotechnological industries
- instruction in professional development and research design/presentation
- numerous multi-disciplinary, hands-on experiences using our state-of-the-art laboratories, equipment, and software
Upon completion of the program, you will receive a certificate verifying the successful mastery of the program requirements.
The Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) code for the Biotechnology program is 26.0101 and the following are the corresponding Standard Occupational Classifications (SOC) 11-9121, 19-1029, 19-1099, 25-1042, 25-2031.
The link to the O*Net Online SOC information is: http://www.onetonline.org/crosswalk/
Program Completion Rate: 100%
Program Costs: The following table indicates the costs for two semesters. When completing the program in two years, the costs in the table are doubled. The following link can be of help as well: http://cms.bsu.edu/admissions/scholarshipsandfinancialaid/costs
2012-2013 COST OF ATTENDANCE
The following table reflects the Board Approved budget effective Fall 2012. The charges were approved by the Board on 6/16/2011
| Full-Time Budgets for Two Semesters (On Campus Tuition Rates) |
| |
INDIANA RESIDENT | NON RESIDENT |
COMMUTER |
| Item | Undergrad* On/Off Campus | Graduate** On Campus | Undergrad On/Off Campus | Graduate On Campus | Undergrad Commuter | Graduate Commuter |
| Fees | | | | | | |
| Tuition | 7024.00 | 6578.00 | 21694.00 | 20570.00 | 7024.00 | 6578.00 |
| Student services fee | 1294.00 | 1294.00 | 1294.00 | 1294.00 | 1294.00 | 1294.00 |
| Health Fee | 152.00 | 152.00 | 152.00 | 152.00 | 152.00 | 152.00 |
| University Technology Fee | 336.00 | 336.00 | 336.00 | 336.00 | 336.00 | 336.00 |
| Rec Center Fee | 174.00 | 174.00 | 174.00 | 174.00 | 174.00 | 174.00 |
| Grad Fee | 0.00 | 1210.00 | 0.00 | 1210.00 | 0.00 | 1210.00 |
| Total Tuition and Fees | $8980.00 | $9744.00 | $23650.00 | $23736.00 | $8980.00 | $9744.00 |
| Books/Supplies | 1020.00 | 820.00 | 1020.00 | 820.00 | 1020.00 | 820.00 |
| Room/Board | 8502.00 | 9481.00 | 8502.00 | 9481.00 | 1232.00 | 1232.00 |
| Housing Technology Fee | 120.00 | 120.00 | 120.00 | 120.00 | 120.00 | 120.00 |
| Transportation | 1192.00 | 1189.00 | 1612.00 | 1607.00 | 2664.00 | 2664.00 |
| Personal/Misc | 1676.00 | 1676.00 | 1676.00 | 1676.00 | 1674.00 | 1670.00 |
| Total Budget | $21490.00 | $23030.00 | $36580.00 | $37440.00 | $15690.00 | $16250.00 |
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*Undergraduate students are assessed a flat rate at full time (12-18 credits) and the amount listed reflects the flat rate.
**Graduate students are always assessed a per credit hour charge. A survey of full-time (9+) graduate students indicated an average enrollment of 11 credits. The full time budget for a graduate student is based on this average.