A major in Plant Sciences combines basic science coursework with classes and focused training in plant sciences. After completing foundation courses, students choose from a wide variety of electives that allows students to work with their advisor and faculty mentor to customize coursework based to fit their career goals. Structure and Function, Explain the structure and function of cells, tissues, organs and their organization in the whole plant.. Mechanisms and Responses, Explain the mechanistic basis of plant growth and development and physiological responses to biotic and abiotic factors.. Form and Function, Describe the diversity of plant form and function.. Trait Expression and Inheritance, Describe the expression and inheritance of traits.. Critical Thinking, Develop critical thinking skills by evaluating information from multiple perspectives, drawing reasonable conclusions, and defending them rationally.. Communicate the importance of plant science in addressing major challenges facing society, including examples of how plant scientists have solved, such problems.