Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology - Chemistry and Quality Analyst

Red River College

Develop the lab skills required to work as a technician in the scientific arena, whether you’re expanding horizons through research and development or ensuring safety through quality assurance. This program gives you the skills to succeed in various professional laboratory environments. You will develop skills in chemistry, microbiology, quality and compliance, instrumentation and communications before choosing a specialization that best fits your career interests. Science Laboratory Technology emphasizes industry-driven coursework and laboratory techniques that are standard across scientific disciplines, giving you versatile, career-focused experience. In addition, work-integrated learning opportunities connect you with industry partners through co-op work experiences and industrial, project-based learning. Graduates work as technicians in various fields, including chemical analysis, research, quality assurance, pharmaceuticals and biotechnology.The Chemistry & Quality Analyst specialization will provide you with the required skills to work as Analyst within the Pharmaceutical, Food, Environmental, and Natural Health Product industries. The course work will build upon the skills obtained in the common first year and provide advanced training in the fields of Spectroscopy, Chromatography, Environmental Testing, and Quality Control Analysis.Graduates from this specialization will find employment as Quality Control Analysts, Chemical Analysts, and Technicians within a wide range of organizations such as Pharmaceutical Companies, Food and beverage manufacturers, and Environmental Testing labs.