PLBIO 2421 - Laboratory Investigations of Plant Function and Growth

Spring. 2 credits.

Prerequisite/Corequisite: previous or concurrent enrollment in PLBIO 2420 stronly recommended. May not be taken for credit after BIOPL 3440. Students must take lab and disc on same day.

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Experiments exemplify basic concepts in plant physiology, particularly concepts covered in PLBIO 2420. The course offers experience in a variety of biological and biochemical techniques, from the cellular to whole plant level.

Outcome 1: Explain, evaluate, and effectively interpret concepts relating to plant physiology.

Outcome 2: Learn and perform basic laboratory techniques to test hypotheses and make critical observations.

Outcome 3: Demonstrate the ability to think critically, and analyze data as it relates to basic concepts in plant physiology.