BTEC 4110 - Global Biotechnology-Study Abroad

3 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in BIOL 3300.
This course provides students with a common course that deal with the key scientific, social, economic, commercial, and ethical issues that are associated with the development and growth of the biotechnology industry in the global market. This course reflects a traditional immersion experience in a host university along with extensive global travel and intercultural experiences to show, first hand, what is being studied in the classroom. More specifically students will relate the role of biotechnology and its application in industry in a global perspective. The travel component of this course is to enhance the academic and personal experience of the students along with traditional classroom work. In addition, this course will give students opportunity to learn about their chosen academic field or career choice from an international perspective, learn about communication and interactions skills with people from the host country, and establish successful relationships with others from around the world.