Course Detail
Units:
3.0
Course Components:
Lecture
Enrollment Information
Enrollment Requirement:
Prerequisites: 'C-' or better in BIOL 1210 OR BIOL 1610 OR AP Biology score of 4+ OR IB Biology score of 5+.
Description
A general introduction to plant biology. Topics include plant diversity, plant structure, transport, plant morphogenesis and development, plant genetics, plant cell structure, plant reproduction, plant hormones, and photosynthesis. Topics of general interest will be covered, including GMOs (genetically modified organisms), genetically engineered foods, the biology and chemistry of food and cooking, and biofuels.