An examination of how agriculture, industry, and medicine rely on plant diversity and their products. Topics include origin of crops, medicinal plants, plant fibers, spices, and industrial uses of plants. Emphasis is placed on written analysis of primary literature and student presentations. Credit hours: 4. Prerequisite: two courses in biology at the 2200 level, including BIOL 2202-2202L, or permission of the instructor.
- Teacher: Kristin Bliss