Certificate in Science Laboratory Technology
Science Laboratory Technology Program focuses on the fundamental principles of the biological and physical sciences and emphasizes analytical laboratory techniques and applications, specifically in the realms of chemistry and biology.
The curriculum enables the student to explore a variety of laboratory testing techniques and to prepare and operate various types of tools and electronic analysis equipment. This course prepares graduates for employment in chemical, biological, and associated science laboratories.
Objectives of the Course
This course is aimed at providing the trainee with knowledge and skills in science lab skills and their application i.e.
- Appreciate processing plant operation.
- Use of biological tools, chemistry tools and physics tools correctly in techniques including understanding the routines of an industrial laboratory.
- Observe safety measures in biological laboratory.
- Prepare accurate laboratory reports as well as laboratory record work.
- Understanding plants and animals in terms of their care, breeding, diseases infecting them.
- Understanding the general ecological interrelationship of organisms.
Expected working fields
- Medical research institutions
- Pharmaceuticals industries
- Quality Assurance Institutions e.g. Kenya Bureau of Standards.
- Production industries
- Agricultural research institutions e.g. KARI
- Institute of primate Research-Microbiology/Immunology/pharmacology and toxicology laboratories.
- University/college/High school laboratories as a laboratory technologist.
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| Entry Requirement | D (Plain) |
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Examination Body |
CDACC |
| Duration of study | 1 Year & 1 Sem |
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Career Growth
A certificate holder student may proceed to a diploma level in any of the following related courses.