Emphasis on recent developments in the application of biological knowledge that benefit humans and the environment. Topics include: development and production of compounds for treatment of diseases; biological control of insects and weeds; transgenic crops; transgenic animals and their applications. Forensics and medical biotechnology. Human gene therapy, immunology and AIDS.Note: (1) Not available for Biology major credit. (2) This course can be used to satisfy the university Core Science & Technology Second Level (SB) requirement.