Demonstrate standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to the agricultural biotechnology lab.

Demonstration should include

• writing the SOPs, with emphasis on quality control and data collection
  • identifying the type of data to collect
  • collecting and recording data
  • organizing data
  • analyzing data
• implementing the SOPs.

Process/Skill Questions:

• How would one find the SOPs in the lab?
• What type of information (data) should be collected and documented on a record form?
• Why is organization important in all aspects of the biotechnology lab?
• Why are metric units of measurement used in experiments?
• What steps can be taken to secure valid and reliable data?
• What type of environmental issues could affect the quality control of an experiment?