This course introduces fundamental biological and scientific principles by studying the structures, actions, and processes as well as diseases of the human body such as cancer, heart, and infections disease. Course also covers topics on human genetics, human evolution, and human ecology.

Aim of this course is to give an overview of basic molecular biology techniques and their applications for isolating and characterization of a gene. This course will cover different types of cloning vectors, different DNA manipulating enzymes, restriction enzymes and mapping, DNA ligation, selection of clones and gel electrophoresis. Further we will explore different labeling techniques, isolating of a gene from genomic library and cDNA library, genomic organization, and mapping. Finally we will discover the wonders of applications of recombinant DNA technology in medicine, forensic medicine, agriculture, animal husbandry, environment, stem cell research, and ethical implications in recombinant DNA technology.

Course Aim/Intended Learning Outcomes:

This course aims to provide students with an understanding of the economically important insect orders, focusing on those affecting agricultural ecosystems and to introduce various principles and practices used in solving agricultural pest management problems.

Upon completion of the course students will be able to;
1. Describe major insect groups and the damages or losses they cause to crops
2. Evaluate the ecological and economic basis for the attainment of pest status
3. Determine when control measures are required based on the provided
information
4. Describe the tactics involved in modern insect management, including
advantages and limitations to specific methods
5. Comment on the basic concept of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in
agriculture
6. Formulate an integrated management approach to bring about the most
effective and least ecologically destructive pest control possible