BOT: Botany

BOTANY Study of structural organization, classification, physiology, reproduction, heredity, and evolution of plants. Includes survey of plant kingdom and comparison of various plant groups. This course meets the General Education Science requirement for graduation. Students should be prepared to complete college level reading, writing, and mathematics assignments. (Special Fee: $63.00).

PLANT PHYSIOLOGY Study of vital phenomena in plants. Concerns processes and functions, responses of plants to changes in environment, and growth and development that results from responses. Laboratory experiences make application to biological concepts and to practical aspects of all phases and areas of horticulture. (Special Fee: $63.00).

ETHNOBOTANY The course will emphasize the role of plants in the development of civilization, and the influence of plants on world history, politics, economics and culture. A survey of useful and harmful plants and plant products from various cultures from around the world will be explored. Students should be able to complete college level reading, writing, and mathematics assignments as part of this course.

SELECTED TOPICS IN BOTANY Prerequisite: Departmental approval Selected topics in botany based on the needs and areas of interest of the class and professor. May include laboratory and/or field work as part of the class. Multiple credit course. May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 3 credits, but grade forgiveness cannot be applied.