APSC/PPWS 5044: Biotechnology in Agriculture and Society
| Concentration: | Core Curriculum |
|---|---|
| Credits: | 3 graduate credit(s) |
| Delivery: | Taught completely online. Students can participate in all components of the course from anywhere in the world. |
| Semesters Offered: | Fall (even years) |
Instructor(s)
Eric Wong
Professor, Animal and Poultry Sciences
Phone: (540) 231-4737
E-mail: ewong@vt.edu
Elizabeth Grabau
Professor and Head, Plant Pathology, Physiology and Weed Science
Phone: (540) 231-6361
E-mail: egrabau@vt.edu
Description
Worldwide impact of biotechnology applied to plants, animals, and microorganisms. Concepts, scientific and ethical issues, and public concerns related to genetic engineering. Safety and release of genetically engineered organisms; bioremediation; cloning; transgenic plants, animals, and microbes.
Prerequisites and Co-requisites
Two semesters each of college biology and chemistry will provide students with some understanding of and appreciation for concepts and methodologies in science generally and genetic engineering in particular.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:
- Discuss principles of recombinant DNA technology.
- Describe and provide examples of animal, plant, and microbial biotechnology.
- Articulate and present different opinions on the impact of biotechnology on agriculture, industry, medicine, and the environment.
- Critique media presentations involving biotechnology.
August 28, 2008
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Courses Offered Fall 2008
- AAEC 5174: International Agricultural Development & Trade
- AEE 5074: Foundations of Agricultural and Extension Education
- APSC/PPWS 5044: Biotechnology in Agriculture & Society
- CSES 5604: Environmental Science Concepts for Professionals
- CSES 5874: Reclamation of Disturbed Lands
- FST 5044: Global Food Laws and Regulations
- HNFE 5684: Program Development in Health Education
- HORT 4324: Greenhouse Management
- HORT 4764: Vegetable Crops
- PPWS 5214: Diseases of Crop Plants