Wednesday, September 08, 2010

Biotechnology and Environmental Science  

Biotechnology and Environmental Science provides students with the skills necessary to enter universities and/or community colleges. Employment opportunities also exist in various agriscience and environmental fields. Areas of instruction in this cluster include: 


► Plant Systems  (hydroponics, tissue culture, and   aquaculture)
► Animal Systems (including veterinary sciences)
► Environmental and Natural Resource Systems
► Agribusiness and Marketing

  
 

Essential Skills

  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Basic math and all sciences
  • Basic art and design
  • Able to relate to plans, animals and nature

Credit
Upon successful completion of the course, you will earn high school elective and/or academic credit. College credit is also available through articulation and/or direct college credit. Some colleges that accept technical campus credit include:

  • Ferris State University 
  • Michigan State University
  • Oakland Community College

Contact a technical campus counselor for more information on high school and/or college credit.  

Certifications
These may vary by technical campus, so contact the campus you plan on attending for more information. Examples include:

  • Michigan Certified Nurseryman 
  • Michigan Certified Florist
  • Vet Assistant Career Diploma
  • Pet Groomer Career Certificate
  • Certified Pesticide Applicator
  • Wildlife and Forestry Career
  • Certified Landscape Technician

Student Organizations
You can participate in regional, state and national competitions and activities for FFA, an integral part of the curriculum.

 

 

Career Options
Examples of careers in Biotechnology and Enviromental Science may include:

  • Veterinary Technician
  • Laboratory Animal Care Technician
  • Biotechnology Lab Assistant
  • Landscaper
  • Floral Designer
  • Wildlife Manager and Conservationist
  • Forestry
  • Pet Groomer

 

Equipment/Uniforms Needed

  • You must dress appropriately for both the class and seasons and prepare to work in a variety of conditions, including outdoors with plants, animals, and water.
  • Students with environmental and/or animal allergies may need to consider an alternate program.