Genetically engineered organisms (often called "GMOs") have become remarkably controversial in recent years. Do they offer any benefits? How risky are they to consumers and the environment? Students will study scientific findings that address these questions. Students will also become more skilled at evaluating scientific evidence and its sources, using GE crops and medical advances as our focus.

Independent study in Plant Pathology under the supervision of a faculty member. Repeatable for up to 6.00 credit hours.

Independent study in Plant Pathology under the supervision of a faculty member. Repeatable for up to 6.00 credit hours.

Independent study in Plant Pathology under the supervision of a faculty member. Repeatable for up to 6.00 credit hours.

Independent study in Plant Pathology under the supervision of a faculty member. Repeatable for up to 6.00 credit hours.

Independent study in Plant Pathology under the supervision of a faculty member. Repeatable for up to 6.00 credit hours.

To present students with the principles of plant pathology. The causes, effects, control and nature of plant diseases will be studied; the laboratory will expose students to common diseases and pathogens discussed in lecture. Emphasis will be given to diseases important in Kentucky. Lecture, two hours; laboratory, two hours.

Physiological and molecular aspects of plant biology underlying interactions with microbial pathogens and symbionts.

Recognition and identification of plant diseases and their causes and development. The course is designed to give students practical experience in dealing with a wide array of plant diseases, symptom expressions, causal agents and interactions with environmental factors encountered in the difficult task of identifying plant diseases. May be repeated to a maximum of nine credits. Lecture, one hour; laboratory, six hours.