Examines the application of tissue culture to plant and plant product development, the principles of plant genetic engineering, the development of molecular markers and associated technologies, application of genomic technologies to plant breeding, and the regulatory and social issues associated with plant biotechnology. The laboratory allows students hands-on experience with different techniques in plant biotechnology. Weekly hours: 3 Lecture hours and 6 Practicum/Lab hoursPrerequisite(s): BIOL 226 and PLSC 317 or
Examines the application of tissue culture to plant and plant product development, the principles of plant genetic engineering, the development of molecular markers and associated technologies, application of genomic technologies to plant breeding, and the regulatory and social issues associated with plant biotechnology. The laboratory allows students hands-on experience with different techniques in plant biotechnology. Weekly hours: 3 Lecture hours and 6 Practicum/Lab hoursPrerequisite(s): BIOL 226 and PLSC 317 or
