PLS415

040500

This course follows basic genetics in presenting more specialized topics and concepts in plant genetics, providing an introduction to plant breeding, and a foundation for future coursework in advanced plant breeding and quantitative genetics. As the deployment of genetically modified crops has waned due to the expense of research and development, regulatory costs of gaining approval, and the risk of negative public opinion, seed companies are now investing heavily in genomics-assisted breeding of new cultivars. To address these changes, development and understanding of the core principles that have been used for the past century must be combined with current technology to address the challenges facing sustainable production of food, feed, and fiber. In addition, this course will also provide insight into cultivar development as an interesting topic for all students of plant science.

GRD - Regular Grades A, B, C, D, E

Undergraduate

PLS 312 AND MATH 263