Course Description:

This course covers instruction in the ever-changing field of Biotechnology. Topics include an overall introduction to biotechnology and agricultural research, develop skills in laboratory research, and focus on the application of biotechnology to plants, animals and the environment. Supervised agricultural experience programs and FFA leadership activities are integral components of the course and provide many opportunities for practical application of instructional materials.

Instructor Information:

Kaye Harris

Email:  kharris@clevelandcountyschools.org

School Phone:  (704) 482-5354 Ext. 211

Home Phone:  (828) 657-9989

Course Information:

Each student is given a copy of the course syllabus on the first day of class.  Additional copies can be downloaded by clicking here.

Assignments and Paperwork:

History of Biotechnology Assignment

Agriscience Fair Guidelines

SAE Record Book and Assignment Guidelines

Research Paper Assignment

Course Presentations:

• Unit A:  Leadership in Career Development
• Unit B:  Records in the Biotechnology Industry
• Unit C:  Introduction to Biotechnology
• Unit D:  Agricultural Lab Equipment and Safety
• Unit E:  Microbiology in Agriscience ad Production Agriculture
• Unit F:  Simple Mendelian Genetics
• Unit G:  DNA and Genetics in Agricultural Biotechnology
• Unit H:  Applied Genetics in Agriculture and Agriscience