Biotechnology

Wake Tech offers a variety of non-degree, short classes and certificate training programs in biotechnology, including hands-on training in biomanufacturing and biopharmaceutical operations in a simulated industrial, current good manufacturing practices (cGMP) environment.

BioWork Process Technician
BioNetwork Training
Pharmaceutical Quality Systems Certificate
Medical Device Quality Systems Certificate

For those interested in earning a degree to work in the biotech industry, visit Wake Tech's Biotechnology Department.

Financial assistance available

Workforce Continuing Education offers financial assistance for many workforce training programs through the Propel program and other resources. Email [email protected] for more information.

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Course
Fundamentals of Biomolecules
Name
SEF-167CL
Available Classes
Not currently offered.
Description Course Outline Requirements Intended Audience More Details
Description
Biomolecules are the end product of bioprocessing, and bioprocessing is an important method used by biopharmaceutical and other life-science industries in the manufacture of marketable products. This course provides students with a basic understanding of the structure, function and behavior of the 4 groups of biomolecules (carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids, and proteins) with special emphasis on applications to biomanufacturing and related industrial activities.
Course Objectives
  1. Gain an understanding of the concepts of basic inorganic and organic chemistry as they relate to biomolecules
  2. Gain an understanidng of the basic structure and functions of the 4 categories of biomolecules (carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids, and proteins)
  3. Build a foundation understanding the importance of biomolecules, their function, structure, and behavior, in industrial life-science applications
Outline of Instruction
  1. Day 1
    1. Entrance Assessment and Background Questionnaire
    2. Introduction to inorganic chemistry
    3. Basis of organic chemistry: Carbon
  2. Day 2
    1. Review
    2. Acids and Bases
    3. Four major types of biomolecules; overview of location and function
    4. Carbohydrates
    5. Lipids
  3. Day 3
    1. Review
    2. Proteins
    3. Nucleic Acids
    4. Solutions
    5. Review, Evaluations, Final Course Survey
Contact Hours
20
CEU's
2
Industry Standard, State, or National Certification
No
CE to CU Articulation
No
Prerequisites
Text and Supplies Needed
Clinical Site/Special Facilities
Requirements for Successful Completion of this Course
  1. Attendance 85% or above
  2. Participation
  3. Completion of final course survey and all class activities
Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements
Intended Audience
Specific Industry or Business Support Needs
Industry or Job Titles Related to training Outcomes for Employment
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Course Contact Information
Bionetwork Manager
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