The Pharmaceutical Technology Certificate Program at FAU

The Pharmaceutical Technology certificate program offers students a unique opportunity to gain a comprehensive understanding of the drug development process. It emphasizes the critical roles of biology, chemistry, biochemistry, analytical techniques, formulation, and regulatory issues in drug discovery.

Program Highlights

• Required Courses – 6 credits:

• Introduction to Drug Design (CHM 4273) - 3 credits

• Introduction to Drug Development (CHM 4274C) - 3 credits

• Elective Labs – At least 5 credits:

• Organic Chemistry Lab (CHM 2211L) - 2 credits

• Biochemistry Laboratory (BCH 3103L) - 3 credits

• Organic Spectroscopy (CHM 4230C) - 3 credits

• Introduction to Drug Formulation (CHM 4276C) - 3 credits

• Directed Independent Research in Chemistry (CHM 4915 or 4916)  0-3 credits

• Bioanalytical Instrumentation Lab (CHM 4139L) - 2 credits

• Elective Courses – At least 3 credits:

• Any course at the 3000, 4000, 5000, 6000 levels from the Chemistry Department (CHM or BCH)

Application Process:

To add this certificate to your program of study, simply reach out to your academic advisor to discuss your plans. If you're unsure who your advisor is, you can easily find them through the Success Network. For more details on the Success Network, visit www.fau.edu/successnetwork

Contact us for more information at chemundergrad@fau.edu

Take the next step in your academic journey and become a leader in the biopharmaceutical industry!