2012-2013
Biotechnology, Undergraduate Certificate
Department of Biological Sciences
College of Engineering, Forestry, and Natural Sciences
The certificate program is designed to instruct students in basic practices of biotechnology, such as laboratory work, identification, isolation, analysis, research methods and equipment, toxicological precautions, etc.
This plan will not be available to new students after Summer 2022
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An undergraduate certificate may be earned as part of a bachelor's degree or as a stand-alone certificate.
To receive an undergraduate certificate (at least 15 units) at Northern Arizona University, you must complete a planned group of courses from one or more subject matter areas with a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0.
In addition to University Requirements:
- Complete individual plan requirements.
Students may be able to use some courses to meet more than one requirement. Contact your advisor for details.
| Minimum Units for Completion | 23 - 25 |
| Additional Admission Requirements | Required |
| Fieldwork Experience/Internship | Required |
| Research | Required |
Additional Admission Requirements
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Individual program admission requirements over and above admission to NAU are required.
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- Students must be accepted into the Biotechnology Certificate Program between the sophomore and junior year. Contact the Biology Office for details.
Certificate Requirements
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Take the following 23 - 25 units:
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For the remaining 12-14 units:
Select at least two courses with an advisor's approval from the following (6-8 units):or
Select two courses with an advisor's approval from the following (6-8 units):
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- Select additional courses from the following (6 units):
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Be aware that some courses may have prerequisites that you must also successfully complete. For prerequisite information, click on the course or see your advisor.