Madison College’s Biotechnology Laboratory Technician associate degree program can be completed in two or three years.

Is the 3-Year Plan Right for Me?

The three-year course plan is ideal for those who wish to pursue a Biotechnology associate degree on a part-time basis. This option is specifically tailored to students who are unable to commit to a full-time course schedule due to various reasons, such as work commitments of more than 15 hours per week, family obligations or personal reasons.

Each year, most entering biotech students choose this plan over the traditional two-year course of study to allow them to focus on maximizing success and learning while still meeting their other obligations. Students can often find part-time industry jobs that provide additional professional experience beyond what they might earn on the two-year plan.

The three-year plan is slightly flexible; however, all modifications to the plan must be made in consultation with a program faculty advisor. This plan takes into account all program and course prerequisites, so if you deviate from it, it may take an additional year to complete your degree.

This program is not offered online.

Biotechnology Associate Degree 3-Year Plan Curriculum

The courses listed below outline the graduation requirements for students entering this program. Graduation requirements may vary depending on the semester in which a student is admitted to the program, and program requirements are subject to change.

Year 1 | Fall Semester (11 Total Credits)

*Students who have not taken high school chemistry or General Chemistry at Madison College (10-806-134) should take 10-806-134 and see a Biotechnology program instructor for advising to create a personalized three-year plan.

Year 1 | Spring Semester (11 Total Credits)

Year 2 | Fall Semester (12 Credits)

★ Or college transfer alternative

Year 2 | Spring Semester (10 Total Credits)

Year 3 | Fall Semester (12 Total Credits)

★ Or college transfer alternative

Year 3 | Spring Semester (12 Total Credits)

Note: Completion of the program requires a 3-credit elective. This elective can be taken any semester or during the summer.

Contact the School of Technologies and Trades

Madison Truax Campus
Main Building, A2105

1701 Wright Street
Madison, Wisconsin 53704

tandt@madisoncollege.edu
608.246.6800

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