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BIO 306 - Biotechnology for Agriculture


Students explore biotechnology concepts and applications used in modern agricultural production to control or modify plants and plant-associated organisms, and subsequently improve crop health, productivity, and nutrition, to enhance food security and environmental sustainability. Recommend prior completion of a plant science or other biology course. 

Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (GE  Area 1A and 1B and 1C and 2 with C- or better) and (GE  Area 5B)]
General Education: UD5 Physical & Bio Sciences

Typically Offered: Fall term only

Units: 3