- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
A collaborative effort between BCIT, the Greater Vancouver School Districts and various local Biotechnology companies to provide Grade 10, 11 and 12 students with an opportunity to experience the field of biotechnology as a career path. Students spend five days in an actual biotech lab, and also visit companies in the field.
Prerequisite(s)
- Must be in Grade 10, 11, or 12.
Credits
0.0
Domestic fees
$251.16
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Learn about the techniques and tools used in biotechnology.
- Learn about the applications of biotechnology in fields such as health, agriculture and the environment.
- Have hands-on experience with common biotechnology techniques such as aseptic culture, DNA isolation/analysis and cell culture.
Effective as of Winter 2011
Course Offerings
Spring/Summer 2025
Below is one offering of BIOT 0001 for the Spring/Summer 2025 term.
CRN 53928
Dates
Apr 28 - May 02 Seats Available
- CRN 53928
- $251.16 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 28 - May 02 | Mon - Fri | 09:00 - 16:00 | Burnaby |
| Apr 28 | Mon | 09:00 - 10:00 | Burnaby SW09 Rm. 122 |
| Apr 29 | Tue | 09:00 - 10:00 | Burnaby SW09 Rm. 117 |
| Apr 30 | Wed | 09:00 - 10:30 | Burnaby SW09 Rm. 127 |
| May 01 | Thu | 10:00 - 11:00 | Burnaby SW09 Rm. 122 |
| May 02 | Fri | 12:00 - 15:00 | Burnaby SE12 Rm. 307 |
Duration
5 days
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Departmental approval needed
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- The Biotechnology Career Awareness Workshop is offered to high school students Grades 10 - 12 in April and November each year. Preference is given to Grade 12 students first. Students must complete and submit an application form through their school districts. Selection is made by the BCIT Biotechnology department and students are notified of their acceptance and when they can register. Selection is based on grade, district allotment and date students submit their application form. Tuition is based on domestic student fees. International students pay 3x the domestic rate. For further information please contact Kathy White, Program Assistant by e-mail at kathy_white@bcit.ca or call 604-432-8456.
Status
Seats Available
This course offering has seats available.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.