This course is intended to introduce students to aspects of environmental biotechnology. It begins with the concept and evolution of biotechnology, and covers the principles and techniques pertaining to genetic engineering. Applications of biotechnology in environmental remediation, agriculture, industry and food processing as well as conservations techniques (in situ and ex-situ) of genetic resources are also covered under this course. The course ends with ethical and legal aspects of genetic engineering, as well as bio-safety and risk assessment in biotechnology applications.