Biotechnology Short-Term Professional Development Course Schedules
BioWork Certificate Program
Students who complete this 136-hour BioWork Certificate course will gain the basic skills and general knowledge needed for entry-level process technicians in Bioprocessing, Pharmaceutical, and Chemical Manufacturing, as well as, participate in the Human Resource Development aspect of the course. The course includes nine (9) modules such as Quality, Measurements, Transforming Matter, Growing Living Cells, Safety, Sterile Processes, Process Control, and Nuts and Bolts. There are exams at the end of each module. Additionally, this course will cover all aspects of the job search in the Biotechnology arena, including a job market overview, job search tools and strategies, resume preparation, and interviewing practice. Computer literacy, teamwork, time management, and problem solving are also incorporated in the course. To gain admission to the BioWork course, each student must show proficiency in reading and math skills, as indicated by the Accuplacer assessment test. In addition, interested students must attend one of the regularly scheduled Information Sessions at the Workforce Development Center (Sign up by clicking on the INFORMATION tab at the top of the page). The course has limited space. Books are BioWork Volume I & II (set), and are available at the JCC Bookstore.
CLASSES FOR SPRING ARE NOW FULL. CLASSES FOR THE SUMMER WILL BEGIN IN MAY. REGISTRATION FOR THESE CLASSES WILL BEGIN MARCH 17.
SPRING 2015 OFFERINGS:
Course Code: ISC 3200 01P
Date: January 12 – May 11 Mondays & Wednesdays 8am-12noon
Location: WDC, CLAYTON
Registration: $180
Book: ~$90
(Holiday: January 19)
Course Code: ISC 3200 02P
Date: January 12 – May 11 Mondays & Wednesdays 6pm-10pm
Location: WDC, CLAYTON
Registration: $180
Book: ~$90
(Holiday: January 19)
Course Code: ISC 3200 03P
Date: January 13 – May 12 Tuesdays & Thursdays 1pm-5pm
Location: WDC, CLAYTON
Registration: $180
Book: ~$90
(Holiday: April 2)
Course Code: ISC 3200 04P
Date: January 13 – May 12 Tuesdays & Thursdays 6pm-10pm
Location: WDC, CLAYTON
Registration: $180
Book: ~$90
(Holiday: April 2)
Individual BioWork Unit Classes
BioWork individual units are offered throughout the year in order for students who may have missed units during a regular BioWork offering or for Biotech Industry professionals taking units periodically to complete their certificate. Please call (919) 209-2591 for all available offerings.
Advanced Biomanufacturing Training Program
This 148 hour course is the next in succession to BioWork. With advanced training, you will be a step above others in knowledge level of the Biomanufacturing and increase your hiring potential! This course offers 3 certifications, including the North Carolina state examination in biomanufacturing and test-prep course. Currently, JCC is the only college that offers this combination course.
CLASSES FOR SPRING ARE NOW FULL. CLASSES FOR THE SUMMER WILL BEGIN IN MAY. REGISTRATION FOR THESE CLASSES WILL BEGIN MARCH 17.
Course Code: BTC 3401 01P
Date: January 12 – May 20 Mondays & Wednesdays 8am – 12noon
Location: WDC, CLAYTON
Registration: $180
State Exam Fee: $55 due during the semester (test given in class on May 20)
Book: No Book Required
(Holidays: January 19
Included within the Advanced Biomanufacturing Training Program are the following:
Advanced Bioprocessing Certificate (ABC)
Students who complete all 6 modules (64 hours) of this advanced certificate will gain knowledge in advanced Bioprocessing practices, including safety in Biomanufacturing environments, advanced quality systems, applied chemical processes, monitoring
process variables in Biomanufacturing, applied sterile processing, and applied cell culture. This course has been customized for current industry needs. Advanced Bioprocessing Certificate will allow students to gain the necessary skills and knowledge needed
for advanced process technician positions in Bioprocessing, Pharmaceutical, and Chemical Manufacturing.
Aseptic Training Certificate
This 60 hour training course prepares individuals to work as process technicians in aseptic pharmaceutical, Biomanufacturing and chemical manufacturing environments. The course encompasses gowning for aseptic environments, environmental monitoring, and product fill line operations. Students receive much hands-on application training and become comfortable with the heart of biomanufacturing production.
BioProcess Technician State Exam REVIEW COURSE
This 24 hour review course provides extensive review before taking the North Carolina state examination in Biomanufacturing, a growing requirement trend for industries. Students will be able to take the state exam in the class.
BioWork Process Technician State Exam
Students who complete the BioWork Certificate Program are eligible to take the BioWork Process Technician State Exam. All previous BioWork students are encouraged to complete this state certification. Please call (919) 209-2591 to register for the exam. You must be able to provide a BioWork certificate to verify that you have completed the course. Registrations for testing are usually done at least ONE MONTH prior to the exam. Please call as soon as you think you may be interested in testing to insure you make the testing time available. Exam Fee: $55
State Exam Test Dates (see information below about testing):
Wednesday, May 20 at 7:30am – 12:00pm Open to Advanced Biomanufacturing students ONLY
More dates will be added over the summer. Please check back with us beginning May 4 about summer testing dates.