Electron Microscopy Technician

Associate in Science Degree
The Electron Microscopy program offers exceptional employment opportunities for both men and women desiring positions as technicians in industry, dental and medical schools, hospitals, and a variety of research institutions. Instruction is given in the preparation and the examination of specimens. The basic principles of electron microscopy are also presented. The essential equipment necessary to educate and train technicians is provided by the college. Such equipment includes two transmission electron microscopes, one scanning electron microscope, a vacuum evaporator, ultra-microtome, a complete photographic laboratory and numerous accessories.

East Los Angeles College is currently one of the few community colleges in California providing this type of program. An Associate in Science degree and a certificate program are offered by the College to prepare and qualify students in this area of specialization. Individuals successfully completing this course of instruction are eligible to apply for the Electron Microscopy Society of America�s technician examination.

 *This course has a prerequisite.