FDS407 Cereal Science 4 (8)
CSU Discipline Area: Chemistry (CHEMI)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
This subject teaches students basic principles associated with early-stage testing in cereal breeding. The content includes descriptions of breeding techniques, the role of biometrics, and testing methodologies, including NIR
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No offerings have been identified for this subject in 2013.Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details prior to contacting their course coordinator: FDS407
Where differences exist between the handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Assumed Knowledge:
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
* Describe the basics of applied genetics and BioIT in plant breeding
* Describe the importance of biometry to breeding methodologies
* Describe methods for early-stage testing in breeding, including NIR
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
* Applied genetics in plant breeding * Introduction to biometry * Microarray and ELISA techniques in early testing * BioIT for graphical genotyping * Near infrared technology ? practical implementation
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.