Biotechnology (Post Bachelor Professional Certificate)
This program is designed for professionals with a bachelor’s, master’s, or doctorate degree, who wish to learn and develop skills in biotechnology and continue graduate studies in the area.
Its goal is to train professionals who have the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and social commitment that allow them to make responsible contributions to social scientific development and the advancement of biotechnology.
The Barranquitas Campus is authorized to offer this Professional Certificate.
Graduate's competencies profile
The program is designed to develop the skills that allow the student to:
Knowledge
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
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the basic principles of gene regulation and manipulation in prokaryotes and eukaryotes and the bioprocesses used in biotechnology.
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the fundamental concepts of proteomics and genetic expression of biotechnology.
Abilities
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Apply basic molecular and cellular technologies for the management of material of animal origin and microorganisms.
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Analyze the technologies used in the production of biological products and the strategies for planning and organizing biotechnology companies.
Attitudes
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Assess the potential use of prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms in biotechnology to solve personal, social, environmental, and economic problems.
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Apply professional ethics in the use of biotechnology and in the application of the guidelines that regulate this discipline.
Requirements for the professional certificate in Biotechnology
Requirements of the professional certificate in Biotechology - 12 credits
| BIOT 5001 | Genetic Manipulation | 3 |
| BIOT 5005 | Molecular tools for the analysis of nucleic acids | 3 |
| BIOT 5020 | Bioprocesses and industrial regulations | 3 |
| BIOT 5025 | Proteomics: Essential tool in Biotechnology | 3 |