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| BTNY 11000 - Introduction To Plant Science |
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Credit Hours: 4.00. An introduction to the major groups in the plant kingdom, their origin, classification, and economic importance. The areas of anatomy, morphology, cytology, physiology, biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics, and ecology will be explored as they relate to plant sciences and agriculture. Course may also be offered for dual credit with cooperating Indiana high schools upon documented approval by the Department of Botany and Plant Pathology.
0.000 OR 4.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Individual Study, Laboratory, Lecture, Recitation Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Credit By Exam, Lower Division, GTC-Science, UC-Science May be offered at any of the following campuses: Concurrent Credit West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Demonstrate proficiency in their chosen discipline that incorporates knowledge skills, technology, and professional conduct. 2. Demonstrate use of the scientific method to identify problems, formulate and test hypotheses, conduct experiments and analyze data, and derive conclusions. 3. Demonstrate critical thinking by using data and reasoning to develop sound responses to complex problems. 4. Demonstrate the ability to write and speak with effectiveness while considering audience and purpose. 5. Demonstrate the ability to work effectively as part of a problem-solving team. |
| BTNY 12000 - Principles Of Plant Biology I |
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Credit Hours: 4.00. This course is the first of a two-semester series that provides an introduction to fundamental biological concepts as they relate to plant biology to better prepare students for more specialized study. Lectures and laboratory exercises will cover mechanisms and processes of plant diversity, anatomy, morphology, cell biology, growth and development. Our goal is to convey how these levels of organization and processes contribute to the relative success of plants within and across environments. Throughout the course, an emphasis will be placed on how scientific data are collected and interpreted, and key experiments performed in the lab component will be used to illustrate this process.
0.000 OR 4.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Lower Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Understand basic concepts in plant biology, specifically related to plant diversity, morphology, cell biology, growth and development. 2. Collect, analyze, summarize, and present scientific data. 3. Explain the evolutionary diversity of plants and the principle mechanisms by which plants grow, develop and reproduce. |
| BTNY 12100 - Principles Of Plant Biology II |
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Credit Hours: 4.00. This course is an introduction to fundamental biological concepts as they relate to plant biology to better prepare students for more specialized study. Lectures and laboratory exercises will cover mechanisms and processes of plant ecology, physiology and genetics. Our goal is to convey how these levels of organization all contribute to the relative success of plants within and across environments. Throughout the course, an emphasis will be made on the means by which scientific data is collected and interpreted, and key experiments performed in the lab component will be used to illustrate this process.
0.000 OR 4.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Lower Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated an unlimited number of times Learning Outcomes: 1. Learn key plant biology concepts. 2. Understand key plant biology concepts. 3. Analyze data. |
| BTNY 20700 - The Microbial World |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. This course delivers a broad synthesis of microbiology, discussing all taxa of the microbial world. The course also discusses a wide range of subjects related to microbiology, including medical microbiology, but it has a strong emphasis on the botanical and environmental sciences. One particular characteristic that separates it from other microbiology courses is the reduced emphasis upon bacteriology, with discussions of the protists and viruses and, especially of the fungi, occurring in greater detail than the other general microbiology courses available.
0.000 OR 3.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Lower Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Demonstrate proficiency in their chosen discipline that incorporates knowledge skills, technology, and professional conduct. 2. Demonstrate use of the scientific method to identify problems, formulate and test hypotheses, conduct experiments and analyze data, and derive conclusions. 3. Demonstrate critical thinking by using data and reasoning to develop sound responses to complex problems. 4. Demonstrate the ability to write and speak with effectiveness while considering audience and purpose. 5. Demonstrate the ability to work effectively as part of a problem-solving team. |
| BTNY 20800 - Introduction To Plant Science Research |
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Credit Hours: 1.00. The course is designed to expose students to the diversity of Plant Science research at Purdue and help students to get started in research and in the fantastic world of scientific discovery. Students will learn the importance of Plant Science research in society and how to become active participants of Purdue research discoveries. Students will learn about the scientific method and how discoveries are made to find answers to world problems. The students will explore department and campus resources to identify areas of research interest, learn how to search and apply for research/internship opportunities and find faculty that can serve as professional models and mentors. We will provide opportunities for students to interact and network with faculty members, professionals from industry and students involved in diverse research areas.
1.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Lower Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Recognize the importance of plant science research and its contribution to society. 2. Define "scientific method" and outline the process of scientific discovery. 3. Recognize the value of publishing/communicating scientific knowledge. 4. Critically evaluate claims in both scientific and popular media publications. 5. Identify possible research and internships experiences. 6. Identify necessary skills for specific careers in Plant Sciences. |
| BTNY 21000 - Introduction To Plant Science |
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Credit Hours: 4.00. An introduction to the major groups in the plant kingdom, their origin, classification, and economic importance. The areas of anatomy, morphology, cytology, physiology, biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics, and ecology will be explored as they relate to plant sciences and agriculture. Course may also be offered for dual credit with cooperating Indiana high schools upon documented approval by the Department of Botany and Plant Pathology.
0.000 OR 4.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Individual Study, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: Regional Campus Only Course Attributes: Lower Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: Northwest- Westville Northwest- Hammond |
| BTNY 26200 - Plant Structure And Tissue Biology |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. This course focuses on fundamental knowledge of the internal structure of plants, including distinct cell types, tissues, tissue systems, and organs that make up a plant. Lectures and laboratories will cover the structural parts that comprise the plant body including three major vegetative organs (roots, stems, and leaves) and a set of reproductive organs (flowers, fruits, and seeds). The goal of this course is to understand the internal organization of plants, to learn multiple lab techniques critical for plant science research, and to develop critical thinking and problem solving skills.
0.000 OR 3.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Lower Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Describe the internal structure of plants. 2. Perform lab techniques, such as fresh sectioning and microscopy, for plant science research. 3. Critically evaluate plant cell, tissue, and organ structures. |
| BTNY 27500 - Honors Course - Lower Division |
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Credit Hours: 1.00 to 4.00. Utilized to offer a new honors course for a maximum of three years. Variable title, credit and instructional type. Course may be repeated for credit if content and titles are different. Offered primarily to first-and second-year students. Courses offered must be approved by department or program faculty, and College of Agriculture Honors Committee. Permission of department required.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Individual Study, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Honors, Lower Division, Variable Title May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits Learning Outcomes: 1. Learning Outcomes will be determined by the instructor to meet a level of academic rigor consistent with the honors level given the specific course content and may also include: Critical Thinking, Communication, Cultural Understanding, Civic Responsibilities, Professional Preparation, Scientific Principles, Social Science Principles, and/or Teamwork. |
| BTNY 28500 - Plants And Civilization |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. This course, intended primarily for non-majors, covers the history of agriculture, with focus on the centers of origin of our major food, fiber, and medicinal plants, and their historical, cultural, and economic relevance. The course also surveys the biology of crop plants, with respect to taxonomy, anatomy, cell structure, physiology, development, and genetics. Discussions also center on the roles plant biotechnology may play in sustainable agriculture and in helping to alleviate problems caused by overpopulation and ecological stress.
3.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Lower Division, GTC-Science, Tech & Society, UC-Science, Tech & Society May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Professional preparation, scientific principles, critical thinking, cultural understanding, social science principles and lifelong learning. |
| BTNY 29800 - Research In Plant Science |
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Credit Hours: 1.00 to 3.00. Supervised individual laboratory or field research for freshmen and sophomore undergraduate students. A written report of work accomplished will be required. Up to 3 credits can be earned in BTNY 29800. Permission of department required.
1.000 TO 3.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Research Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Lower Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated for a maximum of 3 credits Learning Outcomes: 1. Define and explain the scientific method as it applies to plant science research. 2. Identify and practice research ethics and responsible conduct in research. 3. Reflect on their own research, identifying lessons learned, strengths, and ways to improve. |
| BTNY 30100 - Introductory Plant Pathology |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. Basic principles of plant pathology, including etiology, symptomatology, control, and epidemiology of representative diseases of plants.
0.000 OR 3.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Credit By Exam, Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Recognize the signs and symptoms of plant disease so that you can distinguish between diseases caused by pathogenic entities and those caused by environmental factors. This is important for the formulation of methods to manage the disease. 2. Compare and contrast the survival and spread of the major plant pathogen groups: fungal and fungal-like pathogens, bacteria, viruses, nematodes, and parasitic plants so that appropriate control methods can be used to mitigate diseases caused by these pathogens. Control measures are based on the biology of the pathogen 3. Explain how pathogens, hosts, and environments interact in plant disease epidemics to predict the severity of a disease at a given time. Such information is important in deciding whether to use management strategies. |
| BTNY 30200 - Plant Ecology |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. Offered in odd-numbered years. This course will provide an introduction to the broad field of plant ecology. Through lectures and lab assignments, students will gain an in-depth understanding of ecological concepts regarding the occurrence and distribution of plant species and populations. Students will also gain insights into the application of these concepts to the conservation and management of plant species and populations.
0.000 OR 3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| BTNY 30400 - Introductory Weed Science |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. A survey of the scientific principles underlying weed control practices; emphasis is on the ecology of weeds and control in crop associations. It is recommended that this course be followed by BTNY 50400.
0.000 OR 3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| BTNY 30500 - Plant Evolution And Taxonomy |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. The principles of classification of seed plants, with emphasis on methods of identification in laboratory and field. Requires class trips. Students will pay individual lodging or meal expenses when necessary.
0.000 OR 3.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Become familiar with locally important plant orders and families. 2. Learn the vegetative and floral characters (and the associated terminology) that are essential for the identification of flowering plants. 3. Become proficient with the use of keys so that you can quickly determine the scientific name of any plant. 4. Learn how DNA sequences are used to decipher phylogenetic relationships among plants. |
| BTNY 35000 - Biotechnology In Agriculture |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. (HORT 35000) A study of the methods used to produce genetically modified organisms, primarily using gene transfer technology, and the application of these organisms in agriculture. The uses of microbes, plants, and animals in agricultural biotechnology are examined. Social, economic, and ethical issues related to biotechnology are discussed.
3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| BTNY 35700 - The Intoxicated Botanist - Flora Of Indiana |
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Credit Hours: 1.00. Over millions of years, plants have evolved the ability to biosynthesize thousands of compounds. In only the last few thousand years, humans have cultivated plants for their ability to feed, heal, intoxicate and even poison - depending upon the plant and the compounds they produce. The objective of this course is to learn and apply plant taxonomy to identify and study the regional flora of Indiana with a focus on flora used in the production 'intoxicants'. Individuals must be 21 years of age no later than the first day of class. Permission of instructor required.
1.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Identify important plant orders and families used in the making of spirits, wine and beer. 2. Recall the vegetative and floral characters (and the associated terminology) that are essential for the identification of flowering plants. 3. Use plant identification keys to quickly determine the scientific name of any plant. 4. Describe the properties of plants and fungi and relate them to their abilities and their contributions to human society, namely intoxication. 5. Develop an appreciation (connoisseurship) that plants provide in the form of wine, beer, and spirits and learn about their role in human civilization, past and present. |
| BTNY 35710 - The Intoxicated Botanist - Study Abroad |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. Over millions of years, plants have evolved the ability to biosynthesize thousands of compounds. In only the last few thousand years, humans have cultivated plants for their ability to feed, heal, intoxicate and even poison - depending upon the plant and the compounds they produce. The objective of this course is to learn and apply plant taxonomy to identify and study the flora of Slovenia with a focus on flora used in the production 'intoxicants'. Permission of instructor required.
3.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Individual Study Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Identify important plant orders and families used in the making of spirits, wine and beer. 2. Recall the vegetative and floral characters (and the associated terminology) that are essential for the identification of flowering plants. 3. Use plant identification keys to quickly determine the scientific name of any plant. 4. Describe the properties of plants and fungi and relate them to their abilities and their contributions to human society, namely intoxication. 5. Develop an appreciation (connoisseurship) that plants provide in the form of wine, beer, and spirits and learn about their role in human civilization, past and present. |
| BTNY 39000 - Selected Topics In Plant Science |
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Credit Hours: 1.00 to 3.00. This course deals with special topics in botany not covered in regular undergraduate coursework. Credit depends upon work done. May be repeated once for credit. Permission of instructor required.
0.000 TO 3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Individual Study, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Upper Division, Variable Title May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated for a maximum of 3 credits |
| BTNY 40000 - Botany And Plant Pathology Study Abroad |
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Credit Hours: 0.00 to 8.00. Utilized to record credits earned through participation in Purdue study abroad programs with cooperating foreign universities.
0.000 TO 8.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Individual Study Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Upper Division, Variable Title May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits |
| BTNY 42000 - Plant Cellular And Developmental Biology |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. This course will focus on the fundamentals of plant cellular and developmental biology. Topics to be covered include: the structure and function of plant organelles and membranes; the cell cycle; DNA, RNA and protein synthesis; the secretory pathway, and the cellular basis of development and whole plant morphogenesis.
3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| BTNY 43100 - Planning For International Engagement Methods |
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Credit Hours: 1.00. A team-based laboratory course for students who seek experience working with international partners to plan and conduct quality service-learning projects. Using established partner relationships, students will work with international partners to address hands-on, real-world, identified challenges to learn the principles of extension methodology and sustainable community development by integrating their discipline knowledge and technical skills from previous courses. Students will also learn the intercultural communication, market analysis, project design and planning, entrepreneurial business planning for micro-credit loans and business ventures, and cultural factors affecting community food security while they work in bi-national teams to determine how best to apply their classroom knowledge and experience to respond to partners' needs and local resource constraints.
1.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated up to 2 times Learning Outcomes: 1. Apply classroom knowledge and science technologies through extension methodologies to assist partners in addressing their economic and social challenges. 2. Demonstrate intercultural knowledge and effectiveness to successfully communicate, understand, and interact among people with differing assumptions that exist because of ethnic and cultural differences. 3. Demonstrate critical thinking and emotional intelligence in evaluation of what is read and heard by using data and reasoning to identify and assess opportunities and develop sound responses to complex problems in a rural international village setting. 4. Demonstrate the ability to communicate persuasively and while considering audience and purpose in a different cultural setting. 5. Assess the partners' needs, plan, present, and assess educational programs in Haiti. 6. Demonstrate the ability to work constructively as part of a bi-national problem-solving team. |
| BTNY 43110 - International Engagement Methods |
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Credit Hours: 1.00 to 3.00. Using established partner relationships, students will travel to and live in Cap Haitien for 8-10 days and work with Haitian partners and students to learn the principles of extension methodology, sustainable community development, and how to most effectively work with local leaders. Students will also learn the intercultural communication, entrepreneurial business planning, and cultural factors affecting community food security status while they work bi-national teams to determine how best to apply their classroom knowledge and experience.
1.000 TO 3.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Experiential Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Upper Division, Variable Title May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Apply classroom knowledge and science technologies through extension methodologies to assist partners in addressing their challenges. 2. Demonstrate intercultural knowledge and effectiveness to successfully communicate, understand, and interact among people with differing assumptions that exist because of ethnic and cultural differences. 3. Demonstrate personal growth in cultural worldview and self-awareness to confidently address specific food security-related challenges and belief in their personal ability to succeed in a particular situation. 4. Demonstrate critical thinking, intercultural curiosity, and evaluation of what is read and heard by using data and reasoning to identify and assess opportunities and develop sound responses to complex problems in a rural international village setting. 5. Demonstrate the ability to communicate persuasively and while considering audience and purpose in a different cultural setting. 6. Assess the partners' needs, plan, present, and assess educational programs in Haiti. 7. Demonstrate intercultural openness, empathy, flexibility, and open-mindedness to work constructively as part of a bi-national problem-solving team. |
| BTNY 43120 - Evaluating International Engagement Methods |
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Credit Hours: 1.00. Designed for students who have just returned from the Engagement Methods for Int'l Food Security course or have previous experience working with our partners. In order to 1) fully comprehend the impact of the experience and 2) foster true long-term relationships with and service to our partners, it is required to work on our projects when we return. Matt McGregor, Former Exec. Dir. of Timmy Global Health, told us that "it's not really about the trip". It is essential that we accomplish: 1) Closure of trip experiences with partners and contacts - thank you's and complete follow-up; 2) Reflection of Purdue student experiences and personal goals/follow-up actions; 3) Promotion of food insecurity realities and opportunities for support; and 4) Planning, recommendations, and promotion of future service learning courses.
1.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Laboratory Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated up to 2 times Learning Outcomes: 1. Apply classroom knowledge and science technologies through extension methodologies to assist partners in addressing their challenges. 2. Demonstrate intercultural knowledge and effectiveness to successfully communicate, understand, and interact among people with differing assumptions that exist because of ethnic and cultural differences. 3. Demonstrate critical thinking and evaluation of what is read and heard by using data and reasoning to identify and assess opportunities and develop sound responses to complex problems in a rural international village setting. 4. Demonstrate the ability to communicate persuasively and while considering audience and purpose in a different cultural setting. 5. Assess partners' needs, plan, present, and assess educational programs in Haiti. 6. Demonstrate ability to work constructively as part of a bi-national problem-solving team. |
| BTNY 47500 - Honors Course - Upper Division |
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Credit Hours: 1.00 to 4.00. Utilized to offer a new honors course for a maximum of three years. Variable title, credit and instructional type. Course may be repeated for credit if content and titles are different. Offered primarily to third-and fourth-year students. Courses offered must be approved by department or program faculty, and College of Agriculture Honors Committee. Permission of department required.
0.000 TO 4.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Individual Study, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Honors, Upper Division, Variable Title May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits Learning Outcomes: 1. Learning Outcomes will be determined by the instructor to meet a level of academic rigor consistent with the honors level given the specific course content and may also include: Critical Thinking, Communication, Cultural Understanding, Civic Responsibilities, Professional Preparation, Scientific Principles, Social Science Principles, and/or Teamwork. |
| BTNY 49700 - Undergraduate Seminar |
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Credit Hours: 1.00. Professional preparation for careers in plant sciences. Career development activities including resume and cover letter preparation, job search and interview preparation, and participation in career fairs. In addition, the student will polish skills in preparation of seminar, extension publications, press releases and communicating science to lay personnel based on current issues in pest management and crop protection.
1.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| BTNY 49800 - Research In Plant Science |
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Credit Hours: 1.00 to 3.00. Supervised individual laboratory or field research. A written report of work accomplished will be required. May be repeated once for credit. Permission of instructor required.
1.000 TO 3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Individual Study Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits |
| BTNY 49900 - Thesis Research |
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Credit Hours: 1.00 to 6.00. Thesis research. Admission to the honors program. Permission of instructor required.
1.000 TO 6.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Individual Study Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits |
| BTNY 50400 - Advanced Weed Science |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. Emphasizes the mode and mechanism of herbicide action and herbicide interaction with plants, and the biology and ecology of weedy plants. Offered in odd-numbered years.
3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| BTNY 50500 - Advanced Biology Of Weeds |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. Principles of weed biology and ecology, with focus on reproduction and ecophysiology, population dynamics, community ecology, and ecosystem level phenomena. Instruction will emphasize the development and refinement of critical thinking skills.
3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| BTNY 52500 - Intermediate Plant Pathology |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. Examines the biological and pathological characteristics of major causal agents; concepts of epidemiology and disease assessment; physiology, genetics, and molecular biology of host-pathogen interactions; disease management practices; and methods of disease diagnosis.
3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| BTNY 53500 - Plant Disease Epidemiology |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. Plant disease epidemics occur due to the suitable combination of various elements of the agroecosystem. Many plant pathogens and diseases have increased their geographic distribution and intensity in the U.S. and the world. A lack of epidemiological understanding can exacerbate problems and significantly challenge the management of diseases at the field level. This course is an introduction to the epidemiological basis of disease management strategies. The course includes concepts in botanical epidemiology, disease assessment and measurement, disease modeling, epidemics comparison, and a revision of the traditional plant disease control principles. Plant Disease Epidemiology is an upper-level course for students interested in plant pathology, agronomy, data-driven Ag, national or international agriculture, or closely related areas. Although some pathosystems are used as model systems, Plant Disease Epidemiology is not a "how-to" course on controlling specific plant diseases.
3.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Standardize terminology used in epidemiology for disease management purposes. 2. Analyze the accuracy and precision of data. 3. Use models to describe plant disease epidemics. 4. Explain how epidemiology is used to evaluate disease management options. |
| BTNY 55000 - Biology Of Fungi |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. Lectures cover general features of fungi, unique characteristics of major fungal groups, fungal interactions with other organisms, and principles of fungal genetics. Lab exercises include examination of representative species from major groups of fungi and classical and molecular manipulations of fungi.
0.000 OR 3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| BTNY 55101 - Plant Responses To The Environment |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. Future agricultural production and the environment will encounter multifaceted challenges from global climate change, heat and drought incidence and severity, and limited land and resources. An understanding of how plant responds to these changes is essential to develop new technologies and systems approaches to mitigate the negative impacts and enhance agricultural crop productivity. This is an advanced plant biology course covering the present state of understanding of phenological, physiological, and molecular and genetic mechanisms and processes by which plants acclimate to transient and chronic environmental extremes.
3.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated an unlimited number of times Learning Outcomes: 1. Demonstrate an enhanced understanding of scientific principles. 2. Exhibit critical thinking. 3. Have a better understanding of the expectations of a professional scientist. 4. Increase the ability to evaluate and communicate scientific concepts. 5. Better understand scientific collaborative processes. 6. Understand some of the social and cultural interactions that come to play in scientific research. 7. Understand some of the ethical issues involved in the conduct of scientific research. 8. Understand the necessity for continuous learning that characterizes the scientific research process. |
| BTNY 55200 - Molecular Approaches In Plant Biology |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. This is mainly a laboratory exercise course designed to help students to be more familiar with common molecular techniques used in plant pathology studies. Techniques will include DNA/RNA isolation, hybridization, sequence analyses, various PCR reactions, library construction and screening, protein isolation, and plant transformation. Lectures will cover basic principles and applied aspects of molecular studies in plant pathology, and recent advances in genomics and proteomics techniques.
0.000 OR 3.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. To understand the basic principles of common molecular and genomic techniques. 2. To become familiar with the application of common molecular and genomic approaches in the field of plant biology/pathology.3)To obtain laboratory experience of performing common techniques used in molecular biology. |
| BTNY 55300 - Plant Growth And Development |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. (HORT 55300) Topics include seed dormancy, cell expansion and plant growth, pattern formation, phase transition, flowering, pollination and fertilization, seed development, fruit development, and senescence. This course is the second in a series of team-taught courses in the core curriculum of the Purdue Plant Biology Program.
3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| BTNY 55800 - Pathogens Of Plants |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. Plant pathology is the science of plant diseases and of the microorganisms that cause them and of our attempts to manage plant diseases. The ultimate goal of plant pathologists is to reduce the losses caused by diseases, thereby, increasing both the quality and quantity of the world food supply. Plant diseases are caused by the same types of microorganisms that cause disease in animals and humans and, as such, many of the principles that apply to human and animal medicine apply to plant diseases. It is the objective of this course to introduce students to the major types of plant pathogens (plant pathogenic bacteria, viruses, nematodes, and fungi), their basic biology and examples of the types of diseases they cause. It will be expected that students have knowledge in plant pathology.
3.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Describe the characteristics of plant pathogenic bacteria, fungi, viruses, and nematodes and to distinguish between these pathogens. 2. Describe the methods that each pathogen group utilizes for reproduction, spread, infection of hosts, disease induction in hosts, and long term survival. 3. Classify plant pathogens in current taxonomic schemes. 4. Describe the disease cycles for plant pathogens covered in the course. |
| BTNY 56100 - Survey Of Mathematical Biology |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. This course is intended to help students understand why having some kind of model is probably essential to the scientific process. The intent is to show students that they probably already have a model in their heads, and they just don't know it! Few biologists realize that when they can draw a picture of their system, or explain important pathways in words, that this is a model. From there, it isn't hard to start some basic math. The course will be a broad overview of different techniques that can be used to model biological systems. Each lecture topic in this course could itself form an entire course, so students will not complete the course as experts in mathematical modeling. Instead, the objectives are to: 1) expose students to a number of tools in mathematical modeling; 2) give students some practical experience with these tools; and 3) develop a component of their thesis research into a model. Permission of instructor required.
3.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Advance knowledge and scholarship. 2. Demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving. 3. Exhibit ethical conduct. 4. Communicate effectively. 5. Develop professionalism. |
| BTNY 56200 - Plant Hormone Biology |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. This course will provide a broad and integrated overview of the current status of plant hormone research. All aspects of plant hormones including biosynthesis, metabolism, transport, signal transduction will be discussed in relation to the role of hormones in plant growth and developmental processes. Cross-talk between hormones and how plants use hormones to integrate developmental or environmental signals to regulate plant growth will be included. In addition, practical aspects of hormones in the agriculture, horticulture, and pathogen responses will be covered to demonstrate the impacts of basic plant science to a modern agriculture. The course will consist of lecture and discussion of primary research papers. Upon completion of the course, the students will acquire a comprehensive knowledge of the action of plant hormones as growth regulators, critical thinking skills, and ethical research.
3.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Advance knowledge and scholarship. 2. Demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving. 3. Exhibit ethical conduct. 4. Communicate effectively. 5. Develop professionalism. |
| BTNY 59000 - Special Problems |
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Credit Hours: 1.00 to 3.00. Open to graduate students and qualified undergraduates who desire to study special problems in plant science not covered in regular coursework. Credit dependent upon work done. Permission of instructor required.
0.000 TO 3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Individual Study, Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology Course Attributes: Upper Division, Variable Title May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated an unlimited number of times |
| BTNY 60500 - Diagnosis Of Plant Diseases |
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Credit Hours: 2.00. Symptomatology and diagnosis of diseases of field crop, vegetable, fruit, ornamental, and tree plants. Emphasis is on the collection and study of diseases in field, greenhouse, and storage. Prerequisite: BTNY 30100.
0.000 OR 2.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Laboratory, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| BTNY 61300 - Advanced Plant Pathology |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. This course makes an exhaustive attempt to dissect the nature of plant disease and resistance mechanisms in plants. Special emphasis is placed on emerging concepts and paradigms that underlie a wide variety of plant-pathogen interactions, and how the knowledge gleaned from these studies is being used to devise effective and environmentally safe strategies of plant protection. It is expected that students have knowledge in genetics, molecular biology, biochemistry, and plant pathology.
3.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: Students will become well versed in both the fundamental and contemporary aspects of plant pathology. They will learn about the most recent developments and trends in the field of plant-pathogen interactions and how these advances impact ideas and approaches for designing sustainable plant protection strategies. Science students will be required to prepare and lead discussions on papers that establish key milestones in plant pathology, this course will help arouse curiosity in them and stimulate critical thinking. In addition, they will be able to apply to their own research the concepts/paradigms they learn in the class. |
| BTNY 66000 - Scientific Writing |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. This is a course on coping with publication in professional journals. It covers the full range of activities involved in carrying a piece of original research to completion as a primary research article in a refereed journal. Emphasis is on principles of clear and concise technical reporting. Topics include: research and writing goals; journals' policies; data presentations; effective style; organizing, writing, revising, and processing manuscripts; proofreading; peer review; ethics; and grant proposals. Students will use their own data to prepare a manuscript as if for publication. Permission of instructor required.
3.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette |
| BTNY 69100 - Skills For Success In Grad School |
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Credit Hours: 1.00. This course is aimed at first year graduate students in the Botany department. Its purpose is to introduce the students to the department, teach them what it takes to be a successful graduate students, and to help them develop effective written and oral communication skills.
1.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Distance Learning, Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Advance knowledge and scholarship. 2. Demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving. 3. Exhibit ethical conduct. 4. Communicate effectively. 5. Develop professionalism. |
| BTNY 69200 - Graduate Professional Practice |
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Credit Hours: 0.00 to 3.00. An internship experience with a for-profit, non-profit, or governmental entity to complement the student's academic coursework. The student must present a letter from the proposed employer documenting the work and expectations expected to be undertaken and must find a Botany and Plant Pathology faculty advisor/instructor to oversee the experience. Course may be taken in successive semesters. Must be enrolled in a Master's or PhD degree program in Botany and Plant Pathology and in good academic standing (cumulative GPA greater than 3.00). Permission of instructor required.
0.000 TO 3.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Experiential Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated an unlimited number of times Learning Outcomes: 1. Experience applying knowledge and skills learned from prior coursework and reading the scientific literature to solve current problems and/or address current issues. 2. Develop skills for networking and establishing professional connections outside of Purdue University. |
| BTNY 69700 - Seminar In The Plant Sciences |
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Credit Hours: 1.00. Advanced study of contemporary topics in plant biology, plant pathology, and weed science. Graduate students enrolled will receive training and experience in preparing and presenting seminars.
1.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated an unlimited number of times |
| BTNY 69800 - Research MS Thesis |
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Credit Hours: 1.00 to 18.00. Research MS Thesis. Permission of instructor required.
1.000 TO 18.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Research Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated an unlimited number of times |
| BTNY 69900 - Research PhD Thesis |
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Credit Hours: 1.00 to 18.00. Research PhD Thesis. Permission of instructor required.
1.000 TO 18.000 Credit hours Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Research Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Botany and Plant Pathology May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Repeatable for Additional Credit: Yes - May be repeated an unlimited number of times |
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