Biotechnology Professional Development Short-Course

FUNDAMENTAL CHEMISTRY MADE CONCEPTUAL

Who should attend:

• EHS Staff (CHO, BSO, RSO)
• Lab, Operations, and Facilities Staff
• Safety Committee Members
• IBC Members and Community Representatives
• Technicians and Associate-Level Biology Lab Staff

Requiring only a modest background in chemistry, this comprehensive one-day course will help attendees acquire a deep, intuitive understanding of chemistry. Attendees will learn how to improve communication skills with colleagues and integrate sound health and safety practices in their labs. This course will be presented using biotech-relevant case studies to illustrate core chemical principles.

Upon completion of this course you will:

• Visualize molecular interactions
• Understand why molecules have special properties
• Recognize toxicity at a molecular level
• Discover how the periodic table predicts chemical properties
• Comprehend variables affecting the intensity of chemical reactions
• Review chemical inventories for high hazards
• Apply knowledge to develop safe practices and procedures in the lab

Fundamental Chemistry Made Conceptual will enhance your value to your company and help you advance your career!

Course Scheduling

This course was last offered in the fall of 2005. To be notified when it is offered again, or for notification of other course offerings, please complete the Information Request Form or email us at info@safetypartnersinc.com.

This course is also available in-house, tailored to your requirements. Contact Denise Aronson at daronson@safetypartnersinc.com for more information.