Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology

The College of Technology is currently in the process of introducing a baccalaureate program in biotechnology, in collaboration with the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics.  The introduction of this degree plan is in process for the fall 2007 semester (pending state approval) and is currently under the auspices of the Engineering Technology Department. As the course offerings and programs expand, the plans of the College of Technology include the possibility of developing of a full Life Sciences Technology department.

Center for Life Sciences Technology

The UH College of Technology is also home to the Center for Life Sciences Technology. The Center was started in 2005 and received a grant from the Governor of Texas for enhancing workforce development in life sciences technology for the state of Texas. The Center for Life Sciences Technology is concerned with workforce education and training programs to support the state’s academic research enterprise and biotech cluster. The Center tracks the biotechnology cluster, identifying evolving industry education and training needs. It identifies existing academic resources in life sciences technology that can support workforce demands by employers involved in academic research and the development, commercialization, manufacturing, production and distribution of biotechnology products.  Pathways that connect education and training opportunities with commercial and industrial needs and opportunities are in the process of being mapped and made available via a state-wide web portal.