NWCCD 2013-14 Catalog 
    
    Nov 08, 2024  
NWCCD 2013-14 Catalog [This is an Archived Catalog.]

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AGRI 2222 - Biotechnology Applications in Agriculture


This course will introduce the most recent advances in, as well as the historical applications of, biotechnology in agriculture.  The techniques used to genetically engineer crops to increase crop production and develop novel traits will be explored.  Biotechnology applications in animal reproduction, animal genetics, animal nutrition, and animal pathology will be examined.  This course also will evaluate the benefits as well as the ethical and environmental ramifications of agriculture biotechnology.

Prerequisites:
BIOL 2220 - Recombinant DNA and Protein Production

Credits: 4

Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture, 3 lab hrs/week

Cross-listed: BIOL 2222 - Biotechnology Applications in Agriculture

General Education Requirement: None



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