Students receive an understanding of modern methods of genetic engineering and are prepared for jobs in industry and for further work in the biological sciences, including veterinary or medical school. The horticulture curriculum is the part of plant agriculture concerned with turfgrasses, nursery crops, greenhouse crops, fruits, nuts and vegetables. Also, it involves landscape horticulture and management. Course subjects studied vary from understanding the mechanisms of the cell to production technology for horticultural crops. Microbiology Microbiology is the study of the biology of microorganisms and how they interact with their surroundings.
Microbiologists work in areas related to agriculture, the environment, and medicine.
The major provides a strong background in the basic sciences with flexibility for development of individualized interests. In this major, students learn environmentally sound approaches to keeping plants healthy and safe from pests and disease. Students get perspectives from experts in agronomy, entomology, forestry, horticulture and plant pathology. Students can shape their studies to their interests and take advantage of opportunities for gaining practical experience. Graduates are prepared for careers in many areas or for working on advanced degrees.