PWS
559
Molecular Plant Breeding
Hours
3.0 Credit, 3 Lecture, 0 Lab
Molecular genetics methods applied to improvement of economically important plants. Theory and methods of plant transformations.
Genetic Molecular Markers
Outline the history and uses of genetic molecular markers
Marker Systems
Discuss with proficiency the pros and cons of a minimum of seven different marker systems. Examples of these systems include RFLPs, RAPDs, AFLPs, SSRs, and SNPs
Lead Discussions
Lead classroom discussions using current scientific literature as the basis for the discussion
Manuscript for Journal
Prepare a manuscript for submission to a refereed scientific journal
Scientific Journals
Explain scientific ethics, etiquette, and the underpinnings as to why it is important to publish scientific journals
Academic & Industry-Based Science
Discuss the differences between academic and industry-based science