BTEC 370 Genetically Modified Foods

This course explores the impact of plant and animal biotechnology on food nutrition and provides an understanding of the techniques and methods in genetically-modified food products. The advantages and disadvantages of genetically modified foods are explored, in addition to cultivation, production, processing, and manufacturing issues that are related to genetically modified foods. A broad knowledge of the current laws governing use of genetically modified foods, the ethical discussions surrounding production of these foods, and the global impact of those laws will be studied.