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Biotechnology has wide-reaching effects on many aspects of life today, whether it’s the development of pest resistant crops, new vaccines, or gene therapies. Through this minor, you’ll learn biology and chemistry fundamentals and explore the technology of manipulating DNA through hands-on lab experience.

Choose two elective courses that highlight the applications of biotechnology and health research, the development of products and services in diverse markets, and the profound legal, social, economic, and ethical implications of this technology for our society.

Learn about the fundamental principles of biology, including topics such as scientific methodology, biological classification and nomenclature, cell structure and function, cellular biochemistry, principles of energy and metabolism, genetics, aspects of ecology, and evolution. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of life processes at the cellular and molecular level.

Engage in lectures and hands-on lab experience to learn about biotechnology products and “new life forms” that have been or are about to be commercialized. You’ll focus on the development process of bioengineered products from their inception to market entry.