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| Durham Tech Home > Continuing Education Students > Basic Laboratory Skills Frequently Asked Questions |
| What is the BioPharma 1: Basic Laboratory Skills? |
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| What will the BioPharma 1 program prepare me to do? |
In addition, students will be able to prepare:
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| What do I learn during lecture time? |
The course provides comprehensive education and training in many of the fundamental skills needed for entry-level positions with hospital, clinics, biotechnology, chemical,laboratory based start-ups or pharmaceutical companies. Lectures present selected topics and exercises to give the participants a solid background in the scientific principles upon which the technologies and applications used in modern biotechnology laboratories are based. |
| What do I learn during lab time? |
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What are the admission and registration process for the BioPharma 1: Basic Laboratory Skills program? |
Bring or send required prerequisite information to a location below, where you will be assigned a Personal Identification Number (PIN). The PIN number must then accompany your registration. Deliver to: Northern Durham Center (NDC); Main Campus, Corporate Education Center (CEC); or Orange County Skills Development Center (OCSDC). |
| What are the costs for BioPharma 1: Basic Laboratory Skills? |
| The total cost is $85 for registration and supplies. Please note that only credit cards, checks, and money orders are now accepted for payment. |
When are registration fees due? |
| The $85 fee must be paid on the day of registration. |
| Do I need to purchase a textbook? |
| Yes. The textbook will be available at the Durham Technical Community College bookstore. The textbook is: "Biotechnology: Science for the New Millennium, First Edition textbook and the lab manual with CD” by Ellen Daugherty.
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| Is financial aid available for students? |
No, financial aid is not available for BioPharma 1: Basic Laboratory Skills. |
| Where is the program offered? |
| BioPharma 1 is offered on the Main
Campus located on Lawson Street and at the Northern Durham Campus on SnowHill Road. |
| What is the salary range for an entry-level lab assistant? |
Earnings vary based on skill and experience, but the average salary is $11-$13 per hour. Listing of job titles:
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This hands-on, introductory course helps students learn how to perform functions normally expected in a laboratory setting. Students receive training on the operation and care of laboratory equipment, sterilization of glassware, and general housekeeping duties required in a lab. Students are involved in proper inventory procedures, ordering supplies, labeling of samples, and safely storing and disposing of chemicals. 
Upon completion, of the BioPharma 1: Basic Laboratory Skills training program, students will be proficient in operating, calibrating, and maintaining instruments commonly used in the lab such as:
The lab exercises are hands-on and are designed to provide students with practical laboratory experiences and to build proficiency with the techniques used in labs. Students will perform sterile techniques, aliquots samples; prepare laboratory specimens.
Students will also be exposed to hazard categories, MSDS, and disposal procedures. Lab work is designed to provide quality, hands-on training and familiarity with cutting edge techniques, technologies, and equipment.
