Educational Resources

Outdoor Careers in Water Quality

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Are you interested in STEM but don’t like the idea of working in a lab all day? Then, perhaps a career in water quality is for you! Water quality is a term that is used to describe the condition of water for a…

PCR: Polymerase Chain Reaction

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This video examines how PCR and DNA fingerprinting are performed.

Performance Verification of an Analytical Balance

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A balance calibrated at zero grams and 100 grams should give accurate readings at those extremes and also at 35 g, 50 g, or any other point in between. Linearity error can cause a balance to be less accurate in one part…

Petunia Prep

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The "Experiments in Biotechnology" video series is a production of NCCCS BioNetwork in partnership with Haywood and Western Piedmont Community Colleges and features demonstrations of 8 laboratory experiments.

pH Meter Calibration

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A pH meter must be calibrated before each use to ensure accurate measurements. In this video, our lab technician demonstrates the procedure for performing a 3 point calibration using standard buffer solutions of 4.00, 7…

Plasmid Isolation - Portable Genes

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This experiment demonstrates the existence of plasmid DNA in E. coli cells.

Preparing Tris Buffer

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Tris is a buffer that's used to maintain a stable pH when working with solutions in the lab. In this video, we'll demonstrate the steps for preparing 250 mL of a 0.5 molar Tris buffer. We'll measure our powder, mix it…

Principles of Gel Electrophoresis

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Capstone Center in Raleigh is BioNetwork's premiere worker training facility. Fundamental scientific understanding meets hands-on application. Our industry-experienced instructors lead courses in bioprocessing, quality…

Quality on the Job

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Cliff Lee, BioWork instructor at Johnston County Community College, explains how process technicians are on the front lines of quality because they are responsible for:Monitoring the processCommunicating and working…

Resume and Cover Letter

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What are recruiters looking for when sorting through resumes and cover letters? Key takeaways A resume is your first impression and should quickly summarize your qualifications Tailor your resume to include specific…