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The Chemical Laboratory Technology program is a three-year advanced diploma from an Ontario college, featuring a co-op component. This program provides comprehensive training in biology, chemistry, math, and physics. Through hands-on experience with cutting-edge equipment, students apply classroom learning in practical settings, reinforced by co-op opportunities.
Laboratory technologists play a crucial role in scientific and technological advancements. For those passionate about research and lab work, Fanshawe's Chemical Laboratory Technology - Science Laboratory program offers ideal preparation.
Spanning three years with up to 16 months of paid co-op experience, the curriculum establishes strong foundations in core sciences while focusing on standard laboratory methods for biological, chemical, and physical analysis. Students gain practical experience using advanced instruments, progressing to specialized subjects like biochemistry, molecular biology, and modern physics while cultivating essential professional skills.
Graduates emerge with versatile laboratory expertise, ready for careers in diverse settings including R&D, education, quality control, food and beverage production, petrochemical firms, and technical sales.
Students must have, OSSD with courses from the College (C), University (U),
University/College (M), or Open (O) stream WITH:
- Mathematics ONE OF:
- Grade 12 Mathematics for College Technology* (C)
- Grade 12 Advanced Functions (U)
- Grade 12 Calculus and Vectors (U)
- Grade 12 Mathematics of Data Management (U)
- Grade 12 Foundations for College Mathematics (C)
- Grade 11 Functions (U)
- Grade 11 Functions and Applications (M)
- Grade 11 or Grade 12 Chemistry (C) or (U)
OR
Academic and Career Entrance Certificate (ACE) WITH:
- Core Mathematics
- Chemistry
OR
Pre-Technology Ontario College Certificate AND:
- minimum final grade of 'C' or 60 in the required Mathematics
OR
Ontario High School Equivalency Certificate (GED) AND:
- Mathematics ONE OF:
- Grade 12 Mathematics for College Technology* (C)
- Grade 12 Advanced Functions (U)
- Grade 12 Calculus and Vectors (U)
- Grade 12 Mathematics of Data Management (U)
- Grade 12 Foundations for College Mathematics (C)
- Grade 11 Functions (U)
- Grade 11 Functions and Applications (M)
- Grade 11 or Grade 12 Chemistry (C) or (U)
OR
Mature applicant with standing in the required courses and grade stated above
English Language Requirements: