BIOT 107 — Biotechnology: Transforming Society Through Biology 3 Units (AA/AS; Citrus B1; CSU; UC) 54 lecture hours
This lecture course serves as an introduction to biology concepts and their application in the field of biotechnology. Lecture content will emphasize the biology, business, and legal/ethical issues surrounding biotechnology. The course is appropriate for a wide range of students, including non-majors, who would like to explore how biological solutions may be employed to address today's societal issues. Topics include molecular and cellular biology, genetic engineering, drug development, GMOs, and biofuels.