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Microcredential
Plant Science
Plant Science
Microcredential - Plant Science
DESCRIPTION
This Microcredential prepares students to work in laboratory settings focused on growing
and maintaining plants for research and production purposes. These skills are essential
in fields such as pharmaceuticals, biomanufacturing, horticulture, and environmental
science.
Instruction Method
In person
Skills Acquired
- Beginning microscopy
- Plant cell culture
- Plant identification
- Aseptic technique bench
- Protocol comprehension
Courses to Be Completed
To earn this credential, the following courses must be successfully completed:
Course Names and Codes
- BOTY 1614 Plant Biology
Durable Skills Awarded
- Critical thinking
Prerequisites
- None
Credits Earned
4 academic credits towards associate degree
Shortest Time to Completion
4 months
Industry Certification for Which the Student Becomes Eligible
None Currently
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Plant Science Microcredential, students will be able to:
- Comprehend and follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and good manufacturing practices (GMPs)
- Effectively utilize a light microscope
- Manage pure cultures of plant cells
- Correctly identify species of plant from an unknown culture
- Use aseptic technique for a laboratory benchtop