Biotechnology Minor

Biotechnology is the commercial application of living organisms (or their products) that

involves deliberate manipulation of their DNA. Combining science and business,

biotechnology is redefining research and development (R&D) in modern business.

It is an ideal niche for students who are seeking positions in technology-based companies

that are developing new genetic diagnostics, inventing therapeutic tools, or producing new drugs.

The Biotechnology Minor will equip you with necessary science background and technology tools

that will add a competitive edge toward your business career. 

With our Biotechnology Minor Program, you will learn the following:

• Conceptual foundation of biotechnology
• Hands-on experience in protein analysis and DNA manipulation
• Fundamentals of genetic and related issues, such as cloning, genetically modified food…
• Applications of genetics such as forensics and environment science

The Biotechnology Minor is designed to prepare students for positions that are either directly or peripherally

 involved in the biotechnology industry.  Though extremely diverse, biotechnology companies typically spend

five to seven years in the research and development stage without marketable products, relying on licensing agreements, research contracts, and venture capital for revenues.  Business skills and the ability to

communicate with scientists are essential for success in this field. 

Courses

Required Courses (Satisfies Scientific Mode of Thought):

• Chemistry SCI 265 (3cr)
• Chemistry Lab SCIL 265 (1cr)
• Biology SCI 251 (3cr)
• Biology Lab SCIL 251 (1cr) and 
• Intro to Biotech SCI 356 (3cr) 

Choose one of the following:

• Nutrition SCI 354 (3cr)
• Human Sexuality SCI 358 (3cr)
• Applied Genetics SCI 370 (3cr)

• Biotech Seminar SCI 456 (3cr)
• Environmental Study in China SCI 375 (3cr), SCIL 375 (1cr) 

Contact Information

Please see

Professor David Betsch, Suite C, 401-232-6096 (dbetsch@bryant.edu)

or

Professor Hong Yang, Suite C, 401-232-6223 (hyang@bryant.edu) for more information