United States
Course Title:
SCIENCE TECHNOLOGIES/TECHNICIANS
Course Definition:
Instructional programs that prepare individuals to apply scientific principles and technical skills in support of scientific research and development.
Course Sub Families Description:
For description refer the sub course(s)
Science Technologies/Technicians, General.
A general program that prepares individuals to apply scientific principles and technical skills in support of scientific research and development. Includes instruction in standard laboratory practices and procedures; techniques for analysis, testing and inspection; laboratory instrumentation and equipment operation and maintenance; laboratory and materials handling safety; and computer applications.
Connected Careers
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Biology/Biotechnology Technology/Technician.
A program that prepares individuals to apply scientific principles and technical skills in support of biologists and biotechnologists in research, industrial, and government settings. Includes instruction in fermentation technology, cell culturing, protein purification, biologic synthesis, assaying and testing, quality control, industrial microbiology, bioprocessing, chromatography and bioseparation, genetic technology, laboratory and hazardous materials safety, and computer applications.
Connected Careers
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Industrial Radiologic Technology/Technician.
A program that prepares individuals to apply scientific principles and technical skills to the operation of industrial and research testing equipment using radioisotopes. Includes instruction in x-ray analysis of materials, nondestructive testing and inspection of materials, and continuous measurement of paper or metal thickness.
Connected Careers
Nuclear/Nuclear Power Technology/Technician.
A program that prepares individuals to apply scientific principles and technical skills in support of research scientists and operating engineers engaged in the running of nuclear reactors, and in nuclear materials processing and disposal. Includes instruction in basic nuclear physics and nuclear engineering, monitoring and safety procedures, radioactive materials handling and disposal, equipment maintenance and operation, and record keeping.
Connected Careers
Nuclear and Industrial Radiologic Technologies/Technicians, Other.
Any instructional program in nuclear and industrial radiologic technologies not listed above.
Connected Careers
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Chemical Technology/Technician.
A program that prepares individuals to apply scientific principles and technical skills in support of chemical and biochemical research and industrial operations. Includes instruction in principles of chemistry and biochemistry, technical mathematics, computer applications, radiochemistry, industrial biochemistry, chemical instrumentation, physical chemistry, laboratory research methods, industrial processing methods and equipment, and test equipment operation and maintenance.
Connected Careers
Chemical Process Technology.
A program that prepares individuals to apply scientific principles and technical skills to the operation of chemical processing equipment in industries such as chemical manufacturing, petroleum refining, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and waste water treatment. Includes instruction in mathematics, chemistry, and physics; computer applications; chemical and refinery plant operations, processes, and equipment; safety, health, and environment; instrumentation; troubleshooting; and applications to specific industries.
Connected Careers
Physical Science Technologies/Technicians, Other.
Any instructional program in physical science technologies not listed above.
Connected Careers
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Science Technologies/Technicians, Other.
Any instructional program in science technologies not listed above.
Connected Careers
Note* - Course Data Adopted from the Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP)
