Educational Resources

Metric Conversions

eLearning

Metric Conversions is an excellent tool for refreshing your knowledge of dimensional analysis, English-to-Metric, Metric-to-English, and Metric-to-Metric conversions.

Microscope Basics

eLearning

Take a self-guided exploration of a common laboratory microscope including its care, components, and usage. 

Molarity

eLearning

Learn about molarity through this interactive scenario where you will assume the role of a new TA working with Dr. Orville Catalisk.

Moles

eLearning

In this exercise, you will assume the role of a new intern at a commercial chemical company. Your job is to help various departments with their tasks, both inside and outside the lab. Along the way, you'll learn about…

Performance Verification of a Balance

eLearning

This lab will give you a chance to practice working with an analytical balance. You will weigh four items and then analyze the findings to calculate the linear error for the balance.

pH Meter Calibration

eLearning

In this interactive activity, you will learn how to perform a 3-point calibration of a pH meter using buffer solutions.

Pipetting

eLearning

You've just been hired as a quality assurance inspector for a research testing company. Your job is to speak with the employees in order to identify pipetting-related Corrective and Preventative Actions, or CAPA, that…

Preparing for the Career Fair

eLearning

The BioNetwork Career Fair is a fantastic opportunity for new or existing candidates to interview with leading employers in the biopharmaceutical industry. This helpful guide provides a brief overview of the steps…

Scientific Notation

eLearning

In science, it is not unusual for us to use either very large or very small numbers in our measurements and equations. Before the advent of calculators, we used scientific or exponential notation to simplify handling…

Shift Work

eLearning

If you are thinking about a career in biotechnology or manufacturing, shift work is a way of life that you will have to accept. Follow along with this interactive exploration of what shift work is, how it impacts your…