Chemical Technology - Certificate

This program may be completed at the Knight (Warwick) Campus.

The chemical industry is one of the fastest growing industries in the United States. The need for trained technicians in quality control, analysis, and research and development laboratories is extensive.

The two-year Chemical Technology certificate program prepares graduates to enter the chemical field in any one of a variety of capacities – chemical research technician, laboratory assistant, chemical production technician, junior chemist or analytical technician. The program is structured to develop a fundamental understanding of general, organic and analytical chemistry, with emphasis on laboratory applications and techniques. This two-year certificate program consists of the core Chemical Technology courses and an English course.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, a student will be able to:

1. Display a strong “Workplace Ethic” by exhibiting reliability, promptness, and a positive work attitude.
2. Work effectively as a member of a team including managing a team by providing direction and motivation and collaborating effectively with other team members.
3. Develop problem solving skills that relate to the chemical industries including conducting experiments, analyzing results, using computers and data management systems, performing chemical calculations, and conducting separation techniques and various forms of spectrophotometric, gravimetric, and volumetric analyses.
4. Maintain a Safe and Clean Lab by adhering to all safety protocols including recognizing hazards, assessing and minimizing risks, and preparing for emergencies in the laboratory including using SDS, personal protective equipment and engineering controls, and understanding emergency response equipment.
5. Effectively communicate orally and in written form using appropriate chemical terminology.

Certificate Requirements

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