3 credits
Spring 2026 Lecture Upper Division
A study of the methods used to produce genetically modified organisms, primarily using gene transfer technology, and the application of these organisms in agriculture. The uses of microbes, plants, and animals in agricultural biotechnology are examined. Social, economic, and ethical issues related to biotechnology are discussed.
Learning Outcomes1Understand the broad scientific principles that underlie biotechnology.
2Understand how principles underlying biotechnology are applied in agriculture.
3Describe how transgenic plants are produced.
4Explain how transgenic organisms and other biotechnology tools are applied in agriculture.
5Evaluate the impact of these technologies in agriculture.
6Analyze the controversies that surround the use of these technologies.
Prerequisites
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