Course Overview
A collaborative effort between BCIT Biotechnology, the Greater Vancouver School Districts and various local biotechnology companies to provide Grade 10, 11 and 12 students with an opportunity to learn what biotechnology is and carry out hands-on exploration of the techniques used in biotechnology. Students spend five days working in a modern life sciences lab performing hands-on experiments in microbiology, plant science, genetics and cell biology, and also visit a biotechnology company to learn more about what these companies do and what careers in this area are like.
Prerequisite(s)
- Must be in Grade 10, 11, or 12.
Credits
0.0
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course. You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Domestic fees
$262.02
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Understand what biotechnology is and how it fits into life sciences research.
- Describe some of the techniques and tools used in biotechnology.
- Know the applications of biotechnology in areas such as health, agriculture and the environment.
- Have hands-on experience with biotechnology and life sciences research techniques such as DNA isolation, PCR, aseptic culture of bacterial and mammalian cells, and plant propagation.
Effective as of Fall 2025
Course Offerings
Fall 2026
Below is one offering of BIOT 0001 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 36944
Dates
Dec 07 - Dec 11 Loading
- CRN 36944
- $262.02 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 07 - Dec 11 | Mon - Fri | 09:00 - 16:00 | Burnaby SW09 Rm. 206 |
Duration
5 days
Instructor
Supipi Duffy
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- The Exploring Biotechnology Workshop is offered over a one week period to high school students Grades 10 - 12 in April and December each year. Application forms are obtained through the school district or by contacting the Biotechnology Program Assistant. Selection is made by the BCIT Biotechnology department and students are notified of their acceptance and when they can register. For further information please contact Kathy White, Program Assistant by e-mail at kathy_white@bcit.ca or call 604-432-8456.
Confirmation
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Status
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