Topics will include techniques for collecting and identifying organisms, geological history of the region, and basic ecology of the region. Emphasis is placed on outdoor field work. Field trips will be taken to collect ecological data and observe living organisms. The study of some biogeographical regions will involve extended trips and will require additional course fees. The dynamic and changing field of genetics has generated the field of biotechnology.
Biotechnology is a growing field providing many advances in numerous areas of human interest.
It has provided new vaccines, drugs and diagnostic techniques. It is developing safer means to control pest problems. It is having a significant impact on agriculture and the quality and quantity of food. This field will be a major factor in everyone's future. The best hope of solving many important problems exist because of genetics and biotechnology.