BIT109 Basic Lab Tech & Instruments

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Introduces fundamental principles and practices for the bioscience laboratory. Topics include: solution preparation, instrumentation for measurements (weight, volume, temperature, pH, conductivity and spectroscopy), assay techniques and routine laboratory maintenance. Covers principles of quality documentation, safety, and precise communication. Prerequisite/Concurrent: BIT 105 and BIT 107. Prerequisites: Placement into WR 115 and RD 115. Audit available. (See course content and outcomes.)

Credits: 5

List of classes for BIT109 Basic Lab Tech & Instruments
CRNClass typeLocationDays & timeDatesSeats availableFacultyMore info
14130In-person lectureRock Creek BLDG7 116
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
from 1:30 to 2:20pm

From January 6 through March 19, 2026
Josh R CaryBooks for CRN 14130
Class details for CRN 14130
Fees: $24
and In-person lecture/labRock Creek BLDG7 134
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
from 2:30 to 4:20pm

From January 6 through March 19, 2026

Class schedule definitions

Cost:
cost is based on the number of credits – see tuition and fees
Books:
$0 or <$40 means low cost books (doesn't include other supplies like calculators)
Register:
use the CRN to register in MyPCC – see how to register
Class types:
see more about class types
  • In-Person: Instructional time will happen in-person. Class meetings take place at specific times and locations.
  • Online (no scheduled meetings): Instruction will take place through regular online activities and assignments with scheduled due dates. Classes do not have meeting times.
  • Online (scheduled meetings): Instructional time will happen online. Class meetings will take place at scheduled days/times online.
  • In-person & Online (scheduled meetings): Class meetings take place at a specific time & day, with some meetings in-person and some online, usually in Zoom.
  • In-person & Online (no scheduled meetings): Class meetings are in-person and have additional online activities.
  • Online (scheduled meetings) & Online (no scheduled meetings): classes meet remotely with additional online activities required.