2020-2021 Catalog

CHEM-H106 Biotechnology & Its Applications in Medicine, Agriculture, Law

Introduces the latest discoveries and applications of biotechnology. Topics include genetically modified food, stem cells, genetic testing, cloning, and forensics. A combination of lectures, discussions, short documentaries, mock congressional hearings, and hands-on activities will provide insight into the numerous medical, social, legal, and ethical issues surrounding this technology.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

GPA 3.3 or higher, or Honors student