The emerging field of biomanufacturing—or the use of biological systems to create products—is rapidly changing. In addition to having specialized technical skills and knowledge of standard practices, these professionals excel at their jobs through critical thinking, effective communication, and collaborative teamwork.
19,700 - 81,400Number of Jobs, 2022
$51,430-$100,730 Median Pay per year, 2023
5%Job Growth, 2022-2032
*U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook - Biological Technician and Bioengineer/Biomedical Engineer"
Lead instructor for the Biomanufacturing Sciences and Applications at California State University, Fullerton
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Dr. James is currently working as an Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering at California State University, Fullerton. He received his master’s and Ph.D. degrees in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Cincinnati. His primary research areas are Advanced Manufacturing, Smart Manufacturing, and Process Modeling and Simulation. Dr. James brings in more than 15 years of combined academic research and industry experience in the manufacturing field to his role as lead instructor for the Biomanufacturing Sciences and Applications at California State University, Fullerton.
This is the first of three courses in the Biomanufacturing Technician program. The course is designed to provide a broad overview of the biomanufacturing environment, processes, and regulatory requirements, setting the stage for a deeper dive to subsequent courses. Students will gain insight into the manufacturing processes involved, the regulatory agencies responsible for oversight, compliance requirements, and quality control and quality management systems.
This course provides both an overview of various biomaterials and an introduction to the emerging field of biomanufacturing processes and technologies that are currently used in the biomedical industries. Students will also gain a general understanding of technologies including CAD/CAM, process automation, and digital platforms used in modern biomanufacturing industries. Course content will be delivered online (asynchronously) with scheduled live (synchronous) office hours. Weekly courses consist of recorded lectures, quizzes, interactive assignments, readings, and discussion forums.
This course incorporates hands-on practice and project-based lab activities. Students will use simulation labs and other virtual methods for immersive learning experiences. Students will address equipment differences between what is used in the industries versus academic settings, as well as facility control (sterile techniques, single use of equipment) and lab skills.
Upon successful completion of THIS 120-hour program, students will receive digital badges for each of the three courses as well as a badge for the full program to showcase their new skills.
Students will gain an understanding of viable career paths depending on their previous experience and educational background—from entry-level roles as biomanufacturing technicians to multiple positions in research and development, quality control, regulatory affairs, and process development. The program’s instructors are subject matter experts with knowledge and skills that align with the latest advancements in this rapidly evolving marketplace.
The Biomanufacturing Sciences and Applications program was developed by a consortium of three California State University campuses (Fullerton, Los Angeles, and Long Beach) and Biocom California Institute, which provides workforce development tools and courses for over 1,500-member companies in California.
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Program Details
Location: Virtual Instruction
Length: 6 months
Total Program Cost: $4,950*
Next Start: TBA
120 hrs/12 CEUs (Three 40-hours courses)
*Cost is approximate and subject to change
Schedule:
Course 1:
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Course 2:
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Course 3:
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