School Of Natural SciencesPlant BiotechnologyWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 300621.1
Discipline: BOTANY
Student Contribution Band: NP
Level: 3
Credit Points: 10
Assumed Knowledge
Basic knowledge of biology, botany, and chemistry.
Equivalent Units
BC302A - Plant Biotechnology
About this Unit
This unit introduces theories and techniques of plant biotechnology that are applicable to crop production and improvement. It will furnish students with an understanding of the scientific principles used in the biotechnological approaches to manipulating plants and their genomes. Emphasis will be placed on providing sufficient information and technical expertise to allow graduates to enter commercial, industrial and research employment. The ethical and environmental impacts of genetic engineering and biotechnology are also emphasised.