This program is designed to provide students with the basic principles and techniques currently used in the biological and chemical sciences. The practical training provides hands-on experience necessary to perform assays and determinations with the required speed, precision, and accuracy necessary for a broad range of industries. The student receives thorough training in the proper care and use of laboratory apparatus for wet and instrumental methods. In this program students learn how to analyse materials and products, synthesize basic organic compounds and prepare solutions, assemble and operate laboratory equipment, conduct routine tests, prepare graphs and report results in a wide variety of research and testing functions of chemistry and microbiology. Areas of study include organic and analytical chemistry, biochemistry, industrial microbiology, pharmaceutical and instrumental methods.

The graduate technician will be capable of performing physical, chemical and microbiological analyses under the supervision of a technologist, chemist, biologist, or engineer. The work may range from quality control to research and development. Employment may be found with government agencies, industry, university laboratories, and consulting firms.

Common Job Titles:

- Laboratory Technician
- Quality Control Technician
- Analytical Chemistry Technician

Employment for this occupation is expected to grow about as fast as the average for all occupations through the year 2005. The increasing focus on quality assurance in today's competitive business environment means there is an even greater demand for graduates qualified to work in chemical laboratories.

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma at or above the general level, or equivalent
• Grade 11 Biology
• Grade 11 Chemistry
• Grade 12 English (general level or above)
• Grade 12 Mathematics for technology
• Proficiency with word processing and spreadsheet applications is highly recommended
  
  

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