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Chemical Lab Tech
If you have an interest in science, mathematics, health or technology, and have good communication skills, you may find success as a chemical laboratory technician. Chemical laboratory technicians work in laboratories and production facilities. They use state of the art technological equipment to gather and analyze data.
See which campuses offer this area of study.

Curriculum varies based on the degree (A.A.S., A.S., or Technical Certificate) and is subject to change. Curriculum posted are samples; Advisors can help determine sequence of classes.

GENERAL EDUCATION -- 23 CREDITS
    General Chemistry I 5
    General Chemistry II 5
    Communication Elective 3
    English Composition 3
    Life Skills Elective 1
    College Algebra 3
    Humanities/Social Sciences Elective 3
PROFESSIONAL / TECHNICAL CORE -- 22 CREDITS
    Organic Chemistry I 5
    Industrial Laboratory Techniques 3
    Success in Science 1
    Industrial Instrumentation and Techniques I 3
    Industrial Instrumentation and Techniques II 3
    Professional Development 1
    Co-Op-Internship 3
    Computer Fundamentals for Technology 3
CONCENTRATION -- 17-18 CREDITS
TOTAL CREDITS 62-63

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"Ivy Tech made it possible for me to work for this great company and transfer my credits for a bachelor’s degree. After graduating from Ivy Tech, I got four good job offers. I was able to buy a brand new house two years after I graduated."
Shannon Hinkle
Chemical Technology, ‘03
Lab Technician