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Plant Biotechnology Course

What will I learn?

Unlock the power of plant biotechnology with our in-depth course, designed for Biological Sciences professionals here in Namibia. Dig deep into modern genetic modification techniques like CRISPR-Cas9 and Agrobacterium-mediated transformation. Explore how biotechnology is used in farming, focusing on doing things sustainably, improving crops, and thinking about the right and wrong things to do. Become skilled in setting up experiments, looking at data, and understanding how plants deal with stress to become more drought-resistant. Improve your skills with learning that is practical, of high quality, and to the point.

Apoia's Unique Features

Online course with lifetime access
Certificate aligned with educational standards
Printable PDF summaries
Online support always available
Select and arrange the chapters you wish to study
Customize your course workload
Instant feedback on practical activities
Study anytime, no internet connection required

Develop skills

Enhance the growth of the practical skills listed below

Master CRISPR-Cas9: Use gene-editing for making crops better and coming up with new ideas.

Analyze Environmental Impact: Check how sustainable biotechnology is in practice.

Design Experiments: Create strong experimental designs for biotech research.

Enhance Drought Resistance: Find the genes that help plants handle stress better.

Navigate Regulations: Understand the ethical and legal rules in biotechnology.

Suggested summary

Workload: between 4 and 360 hours

Before starting, you can modify the chapters and the workload.

  • Select which chapter to commence with
  • Add or remove chapters
  • Increase or decrease the course workload

Examples of chapters you can include

You’ll be able to generate additional chapters similar to the examples below

This is a free course focused on personal and professional growth. It does not equate to a technical, undergraduate, or postgraduate qualification, but offers practical and relevant knowledge for your professional journey.