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Module Name
Module Code
Lecture Hrs
Practical Hrs
Credits
Principles of Agricultural Biotechnology
AGRI2005Y(3)
60
60
6

Description
Concept and basis of biotechnology. Application of biotechnology in agriculture and environmental science. Cell and tissue culture technology. Crop improvement through the application of new techniques. Genetic improvement of crops by introduction of new genes: their evaluation and potential risks. Use of molecular methods of pathogen diagnosis, characterization and monitoring. Transgenic animals. Animal embryo transfer and associated techniques. Cloning. Vaccine development. Legislative framework. Concept and basis of biotechnology. Application of biotechnology in agriculture and environmental science. Cell and tissue culture technology. Crop improvement through the application of new techniques. Genetic improvement of crops by introduction of new genes: their evaluation and potential risks. Use of molecular methods of pathogen diagnosis, characterization and monitoring. Transgenic animals. Animal embryo transfer and associated techniques. Cloning. Vaccine development. Legislative framework.
Faculty Department
FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE Combination of APS & AFS
Contact Details
Administrative assistant: Mr. ABEELUCK Yajyushsingh
Telephone: 4037400
Email: aofoa-exam@uom.ac.mu
 

 

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