Curriculum
Sample courses in the NBBTP Operations & Maintenance curriculum include:
- Introduction to Microbiology and Biosafety
- Introduction to Biosafety and Biocontainment
- Fundamentals of Laboratory Mechanics
- Laboratory Systems, Utilities and Maintenance I & II
- Laboratory Systems: Continuity of Operations Planning
- Laboratory Commissioning and Certification
- Biocontainment Laboratory Architecture and Design
- Troubleshooting Laboratory HVAC, Filtration and Utility Systems
- Practicum and Final Project
The NBBTP is fully accredited by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) to award continuing education units (CEUs).
CORE COURSES
NBB-100 * 0.4 CEU
Introduction to Biosafety and Biocontainment
Prerequisite(s): None
Introduction to biocontainment laboratory philosophy and design intent. Explanation of the distinguishing characteristics between BSL-1, BSL-2, BSL-3 (high containment) and BSL-4 (maximum containment) laboratories.
NBB-110 * 0.4 CEU
Fundamentals of Laboratory Mechanics
Overview of basic requirements for biosafety laboratories including architectural and mechanical components, operational characteristics, and routine maintenance issues. Includes basic design parameters to maintain adherence to BMBL guidelines.
NBB-120 * 0.4 CEU
Laboratory Systems, Utilities, and Maintenance I
Review of BMBL guidelines for design and operation of biosafety laboratories. In-depth discussion of laboratory utility systems and system requirements including: electrical, vacuum, CO2, nitrogen, compressed air, plumbing and waste processing, disinfection, and decontamination. Also covered are topics concerning back-up and redundant system requirements, chemical handling and storage, laboratory security procedures, and routine, planned and preventive maintenance issues.
NBB-130 * 0.4 CEU
Overview of Microbiology and Biosafety
Introduction to basic principles of microbiology and biosafety.
NBB-200 * 0.4 CEU
Laboratory Systems, Utilities and Maintenance II
In-depth discussion of architectural components of laboratory design and construction including material requirements and architectural fit and finish details; reading and understanding architectural and mechanical drawings; issues and concerns related to new construction versus renovated spaces; security and safety topics including fire protection and emergency response and preparedness; and maintenance record keeping requirements. Review of BMBL guidelines for design and operation of biosafety laboratories.
NBB-210 * 0.4 CEU
Troubleshooting Laboratory HVAC, Filtration, and Utility Systems
Troubleshooting laboratory system components and operation including architectural (seals, bioseals, finishes, doors, locking mechanisms), mechanical (air handling units, refrigeration systems, fans, filters, controls, BAS systems), electrical (power, lighting, low voltage control systems), and plumbing and waste systems (drains, small pipe utilities, waste processing systems).
NBB-330 * 0.4 CEU
Laboratory Systems: Continuation of Operations Planning
Introduction to business continuance planning for biosafety laboratories. Discussion will include the benefits of developing a continuance of operations plan (COOP) and the structural elements that comprise such a plan. COOP scenarios will include environmental disasters, organized and/or deliberate disruption, loss of utilities and services, equipment and/or system failures, serious information security incidents, and other emergency situations.
ELECTIVES
NBB-140** & *** 0.4 CEU
Laboratory Sterilization and Disinfection
Decontamination and sterilization requirements and practices in the biocontainment laboratory environment. Includes discussion of various disinfection systems, chemicals utilized in the disinfection process, chemical handling and storage requirements, and an overview of waste processing systems.
NBB-300 *** 0.4 CEU
Emerging Issues in Biosafety and Biocontainment for O&M Professionals
Panel discussion of the emerging issues in biosafety and biocontainment with presentations by distinguished experts drawn from technical, academic, business, and/or governmental communities. Discussions of major issues and topics of contemporary concern including commissioning, certification, long-term operation and maintenance, and sustainability of biosafety laboratories.
NBB-220*** 0.4 CEU
Biocontainment Laboratory Architecture and Design
This course has been developed to teach architects, engineers and facilities managers the critical safety considerations and design criteria specific to both new construction and retrofitting of biocontainment BSL 3 and BSL 4 laboratory facilities. On successful completion, participants will be able to describe the functional requirements researchers and end users have
the critical design and safety requirements of these facilities
NBB-320 *** 0.4 CEU
Laboratory Commissioning and Certification
Detailed study of the process of commissioning and certifying a biosafety laboratory. Students will learn the distinct differences between commissioning and certification and also the differences in the roles of the commissioning agent and the certifying agent.
* Operations and Maintenance Core Course
** Biosafety and Biocontainment Core Course
***Elective course for either Professional Certificate Program
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