Biotechnology Applications in Agriculture 8087

Suggested Grade Levels: 11 or 12 (36 weeks)

Prerequisite:  Biotechnology Foundations (8085/36 weeks)

This course enables students to understand the uses of biotechnology in the fields of plant and animal agriculture, the environment, and food science. Students develop occupational skills in agricultural biotechnology. Students have opportunities to apply the skills and concepts needed for careers in biotechnology. The course provides students with the knowledge to make balanced judgments regarding the benefits and concerns posed by agricultural biotechnology. The students are involved in many research and application activities.

Concentration Sequences Career Cluster(s) and Pathway(s) Available Credentials
(A combination of the course above and those below, equivalent to two 36-week courses)
Students wishing to complete a specialization may take additional courses appropriate to their career pathways.		 For federal reporting (choose one) Upon Completion of the Above Course
Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
  • Animal Systems
  • Environmental Service Systems
  • Food Products and Processing Systems
  • Plant Systems
  • Power, Structural, and Technical Systems
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
  • Engineering and Technology
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