Biotechnology Engineering
Biotechnology Engineering
Learn the fundamentals of biotech engineering, including design, manufacturing, quality and regulatory requirements. Format: Online
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Engineer a Career in Biotech
Biotechnology is a growing field, driven by advances in genetic engineering, bioprocessing, biopharma, and bioinformatics. The global biotechnology market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 13.96% from 2024 to 2030*, highlighting increasing demand for skilled professionals.
The UCLA Extension Certificate in Biotechnology Engineering is designed to meet this demand by providing students with a comprehensive education that combines theoretical knowledge with practical case studies and real-world examples. The curriculum covers biotech fundamentals, manufacturing techniques, quality engineering and European and FDA regulatory approval requirements.
What sets our program apart is the expertise of our instructors, who are active practitioners and subject matter experts deeply involved in the latest trends and advancements in biotechnology.
This fully online certificate program offers flexibility and convenience, enabling students to advance their careers from anywhere in the world. Graduates can pursue careers in various areas, including research and development, quality control, regulatory affairs and production management.
Format: Online
*source: Grand View Research
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Required Courses
Fundamentals of Biotechnology Engineering
This course provides an overview of central biotechnology engineering topics covering the various approaches on how to engineer products using genes and genome.
Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing: From Process Development to Commercial Production
This course offers an overview of biopharmaceutical production, covering manufacturing processes, industrial operations, and quality control strategies.
Process Development and Quality Systems for Biotechnology
Regulatory Affairs for Biotechnology
This course introduces and reviews the role of Regulatory Affairs (RA) in the biotechnology industry.
Elective Courses
Electives
Six Sigma Green Belt
Learn how to identify and manage process-improvement projects using the systematic, analytical Six Sigma approach.
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
Fundamentals of Medical Device Engineering
This course introduces the challenges and opportunities for creative, impactful medical device engineering that meets FDA regulation.
Regulatory Affairs for Medical Devices
This course introduces and reviews the role of Regulatory Affairs (RA) in the medical device industry.
Process Development and Quality Systems for Medical Devices
Gain a foundation for medical device industry professionals seeking to solidify their understanding of quality systems requirements and applications.
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