Biotechnology

 
 

Instructor: Gina Sanzenbacher, B.S., M.S.S.S.T.   

Course Description: This is a laboratory course that teaches basic lab techniques and their rationale. This field applies the knowledge of biological organisms to problems that occur in the real world. The topics covered in the first year biotech course include DNA isolation, DNA manipulation, protein isolation, protein manipulation, microbiology, genetics, forensics, bioinformatics, and many more. These topics are investigated in the laboratory using cutting edge equipment and in the computer lab using web tools and information.   
Course Objectives: Perform independent laboratory experiments, prepare solutions, prep samples, problem solve errors, analyze data, and communicate results.   

  

Course Expectations: Students will be required to perform their own experiments and be responsible for making up missed lab time after class. Students must maintain an accurate lab book for documentation and follow standard operating procedures for each piece of equipment/technique.    

  

High School Credit: Four (4) high school credits as CTE or as a third science (AAS) credit.     

Concurrent Credit: Biotechnology – BTEC 1010 and Biotechnology – BTEC 1015     

Educational Opportunities: Students have the opportunity to continue a two year degree with Salt Lake Community College. Those interested in a BS, can finish with a four year degree at UVU in the Biotechnology Program.     

Possible Careers: Students will be able to work as an entry level lab technician in various biotech companies including: ARUP, IHC, Tandem Labs, Zars, Echelon, etc…     

Misconceptions: This course is a college level science class that teaches students complex molecular biological concepts. This is NOT a basic biology lab course.     

Classes required for entrance: Biology & Algebra I     

Recommended Classes: AP Biology, Honors Biology, Geometry and Chemistry     

Program Length: Full year     

Eligibility: Junior and Seniors based on entrance exams, GPA, and attendance     

Costs/Fees: Salt Lake Community College concurrent fee: $40     

Lab Coat fee: $25 (optional)     

TSA membership Fee: $25 (optional)     

 
 
 
 

  

Biotechnology Course Website 

  

   

  
 

  

  

  

 

 

 

 

JATC students follow JSD Calendar

Students who attend the JATC will follow the Jordan School District Calendar. Follow the link for a copy of the calendar. 

Jordan District 2010-2011 Calendar

May 18th – Biotechnology Poster Symposium Winners!

First Year
1st Caitlin Carter —Two Year Tuition Waiver SLCC
2nd Andrew Davis—$1500 Tuition Reimbursement  
3rd Mary Evan —–$1000 Tuition Reimbursement
4th Alexander Whitelock and Moniek Breen —$500 Tuition Reimbursement–May have to split $250/$250
Student Choice Darcy Mines—- Semester Tuition Waiver SLCC
 
InnovaBio
1st Desiree Gates–Two Year Tuition Waiver SLCC
2nd (Tie) Kolten Smith—-$1500 Tuition Reimbursement 
2nd (Tie) Ryan Palmer—–$1500 Tuition Reimbursement
4th Jonathan Mirable—-$500 Tuition Reimbursement
Student Choice  Chloe Lavery—Semester Tuition Waiver SLCC

JATC Students Of The Quarter – 3rd Quarter

“Above and Beyond”

Students of the Quarter - 3rd Quarter

 

Biotechnology Nic Duke Alexis Nelson
Commercial Air Craft Pilot Madison Daronche Tevin Culimore
Dental—Taylor Mariah Shipley Whitney Petersen
Dental—Thompson Kendra Hardcastle Shelby Marshall
Education/Special Education Maria Adame  
Engineering—Smoot Marsha Light Jack Casdorph
Engineering–Terry Shawn Trevino Devin Lee
Life Design Chase Tuft  
Medical Assistant Arya Ghadikolai Austin Daw
Nurse Assistant Kathryn Guidon Robert Kelly
Pharmacy Technician Allyson DeMass Josh Brockbank
Physical Therapy Assistant Devin Bobo Jill Brockbank
Surgical Technician Alex Berrett  
Veterinary Assistant Spencer Schippers Bridget Williams

May 20th – Engineering – Senior Project Evening

2nd-year students in the engineering program will be presenting their senior projects to business partners, faculty, and parents on May 20th. This students have worked very to come up with engineering solutions to everyday problems. Some students may have projects that will be patented!

Please join us on May 20th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM in the Tech Atrium in Building #2 here at the Jordan Applied Technology Center. Prepare to be amazed!

JATC students follow JSD Calendar

Students who attend the JATC will follow the Jordan School District Calendar. Follow the link for a copy of the calendar. 

Jordan District 2010-2011 Calendar

May 18th – Biotechnology Poster Symposium Winners!

First Year
1st Caitlin Carter —Two Year Tuition Waiver SLCC
2nd Andrew Davis—$1500 Tuition Reimbursement  
3rd Mary Evan —–$1000 Tuition Reimbursement
4th Alexander Whitelock and Moniek Breen —$500 Tuition Reimbursement–May have to split $250/$250
Student Choice Darcy Mines—- Semester Tuition Waiver SLCC
 
InnovaBio
1st Desiree Gates–Two Year Tuition Waiver SLCC
2nd (Tie) Kolten Smith—-$1500 Tuition Reimbursement 
2nd (Tie) Ryan Palmer—–$1500 Tuition Reimbursement
4th Jonathan Mirable—-$500 Tuition Reimbursement
Student Choice  Chloe Lavery—Semester Tuition Waiver SLCC

JATC Students Of The Quarter – 3rd Quarter

“Above and Beyond”

Students of the Quarter - 3rd Quarter

 

Biotechnology Nic Duke Alexis Nelson
Commercial Air Craft Pilot Madison Daronche Tevin Culimore
Dental—Taylor Mariah Shipley Whitney Petersen
Dental—Thompson Kendra Hardcastle Shelby Marshall
Education/Special Education Maria Adame  
Engineering—Smoot Marsha Light Jack Casdorph
Engineering–Terry Shawn Trevino Devin Lee
Life Design Chase Tuft  
Medical Assistant Arya Ghadikolai Austin Daw
Nurse Assistant Kathryn Guidon Robert Kelly
Pharmacy Technician Allyson DeMass Josh Brockbank
Physical Therapy Assistant Devin Bobo Jill Brockbank
Surgical Technician Alex Berrett  
Veterinary Assistant Spencer Schippers Bridget Williams

May 20th – Engineering – Senior Project Evening

2nd-year students in the engineering program will be presenting their senior projects to business partners, faculty, and parents on May 20th. This students have worked very to come up with engineering solutions to everyday problems. Some students may have projects that will be patented!

Please join us on May 20th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM in the Tech Atrium in Building #2 here at the Jordan Applied Technology Center. Prepare to be amazed!