Technology Studies: Biomolecular Sciences, AS (BIMO-AS-COT)

As part of the Connecticut College of Technology (COT), the Technology Studies A.S. degree provides the knowledge and skills within specific high-demand technology fields. The program consists of lecture and lab course work in engineering, technology, industrial technology, mathematics, sciences, and foundational requirements that provide a solid comprehensive background for continuation in a four-year technology degree program or entry into the workforce. Upon completion of a Technology Studies A.S. degree, students can transfer to Central CT State University or the University of Hartford to complete designated B.S. degrees.

Learning Outcomes:

• Apply mathematical, scientific and technological principles and concepts to identify and formulate solutions to technical problems.
• Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to solve technical problems.
• Demonstrate the ability to function on teams.
• Recognize the need to engage in life-long learning.

The objective of the Technology Studies: Biomolecular Sciences pathway is to prepare students for transfer to a baccalaureate degree in Biomolecular Sciences at a Central Connecticut State University as well as for entry-level laboratory technician positions. Students who earn an associate’s degree will be able to:

• Transfer into a bachelor’s degree program in biomolecular science.
• Transfer into pre-professional programs such as pre-vet or pre-med.
• Pursue careers as laboratory technicians in academic or industrial settings.

In addition to meeting the Technology Studies outcomes, graduates should be able to:

• Demonstrate basic laboratory skills and working knowledge of safety procedures.
• Understand and be able to apply the scientific method of inquiry.
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of experimental design and analysis.
• Explain basic cellular and organism principles.
• Demonstrate an understanding of basic chemical concepts.
• Perform biotechnology techniques including:
  • Gel electrophoresis
  • Restriction digests
  • Bacterial transformation
  • Polymerase Chain Reaction
  • DNA fingerprinting
  • Annotate genes
• Use a light microscope to view and interpret slides.
• Properly prepare slides for microbiological examination.
• Perform simple and differential staining techniques including Gram stains.
• Demonstrate aseptic techniques for the handling of microorganisms and instruments, including:
  • Sterilization and maintenance of sterile transfer instruments
  • Perform aseptic transfer
  • Obtain samples.
• Use appropriate microbes in a sample using serial dilution techniques.
• Estimate the number of microbes in a sample using serial dilution techniques.
• Use standard microbiology laboratory equipment correctly