Bioprocess Technology, A.S.

Bioprocess Technology is the application of advanced technology and scientific principles in the bio-manufacturing industry for the production of a wide variety of agricultural, bio-pharmaceutical, and chemical products. Laboratory courses for this Associate of Science/Career Option degree program are held at the Iowa Bioprocess Training Center.

Students prepare for a career as a Laboratory Technician, Process Control Technician, or Quality Control Technician. They also have the option of transferring to a four-year institution to complete a bachelor's degree upon completion of this 21-month (seven-term) program.

Ethanol Plant Technician, A.A.S

Ethanol Plant Technician is a 21-month (seven-term) program that will teach you to apply scientific principles and technical skills in support of ethanol fermentation plant processes. Coursework is completed in the context of safety and compliance. You'll study electrical and electronics theory, digital fundamentals, process control, instrumentation, high level equipment maintenance and analysis, and bioprocess laboratory techniques. Theory courses are supplemented with practical, hands-on laboratory activities.

Process Control Certificate

Process Control is the utilization of technology ranging from basic electricity, pumps, and mechanical drives to sophisticated sensors, transducers and computer control in order to monitor and control the biological and chemical processes that convert agricultural products into "value added" products.

As part of the Bioprocess Technology degree program, this 21-credit-hour certificate program accommodates individuals who are employed, but would like to advance their careers and/or understanding of the technologies used in process control. Many of the courses are facilitated and allow the student a flexible, self-paced schedule, which can be completed part-time in six to nine months.