306476 (v.2) Grape and Wine Technology 302

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Area:	Muresk Institute
Contact Hours:	5.0
Credits:	25.0
Lecture:	1 x 2 Hours Weekly
Tutorial:	1 x 1 Hours Weekly
Laboratory:	1 x 2 Hours Weekly
Prerequisite(s):	13498 (v.2) Vine and Grape Physiology 202 or any previous version
Genes and their regulation. The theory and biochemistry of - DNA replication and transcription, translation and the genetic code. Recombinant DNA and technology and genetic engineering. Molecular approaches in the study of grapevine pests and pathogens. Application of gene technology in viticulture. Vine improvement - mass and clonal selection, methods of developing new varieties - hybridisation, induced mutation. Introduction of new varieties and improved clones. Genetically modified foods - consumer reaction. Development and commercialisation of gene technology products in the food industry - case studies