General Catalog 2023-2024

BIOT 4710 Agricultural and Environmental Biotechnology

Analysis of the effects and applications of biotechnology in food production, human health and preservation of the environment. Includes the study of the theoretical and practical foundations in the propagation of vegetable cultivations, current biotechnological strategies, products generated, and the new technology available in the agricultural and environmental areas. Discussion of the ethical, legal and economic aspects that arise from the development and implementation of biotechnology in society. The course consists of 30 hours of lecture and 45 hours of closed lab.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

BIOT 3750, BIOL 4433