BIO 1056 - PLANTS AND PEOPLES

credits: 4.0
Plants and Peoples will cover the traditional and technologically advanced methods humans use to supply ourselves with food, medicines, and textiles. Major plant food groups such as grasses and legumes will be discussed. History of foods and kitchen biology will also be included. Objectives: A) Introduce students to the scientific method as well as basic scientific ideas; B) Give students a greater appreciation of the source of natural resources including food, textiles, medicines, and spices; C) Acquaint students with traditional and technologically advanced ways of providing food, textiles, medicines, etc.; D) Acquaint students with important food groups including grasses, legumes, and other economically important plants; E) Acquaint students with the biology and chemistry of the kitchen. Method of Instruction: Lecture and laboratory. Method of Evaluation: Students will be evaluated on their performance on exams and laboratories. Semester letter grades will follow the standards found in the Student’s Handbook. Meets *GLP Distribution Requirement. Lab Fee: $125.00.