Additional course evaluations for LB0123

Academic year 2022/2023

Agroforestry (LB0123-20141)

2022-11-01 - 2023-01-15

Academic year 2021/2022

Agroforestry (LB0123-20175)

2021-11-02 - 2022-01-16

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Syllabus

LB0123 Agroforestry, 15.0 Credits

Agroforestry

Subjects

Agricultural Science

Education cycle

Bachelor’s level

Modules

Title	Credits	Code
Single module	15.0	0101

Advanced study in the main field

First cycle, has less than 60 credits in first-cycle course/s as entry requirementsBachelor’s level (G1F)

Grading scale

Language

English

Prior knowledge

Knowledge equivalent to at least 30 credits in any of the educational areas social sciences and/or natural sciences, and English B or equivalent.

Objectives

The course gives an overview of different types of agroforestry systems, with the aim to develop the students’ understanding of the interactions between organisms and processes in cropping systems combining agricultural crops (including grazed crops) with woody perennials.



On completion of the course, the students will be able to:



- give an account of different types of agroforestry systems and on a general level explain how they can be adapted to climatic, economic and landscape-related conditions;

- discuss how the design of an agroforestry system affects biological processes and microclimate;

- compare environmental impacts of agroforestry systems to those of other cropping systems;

- discuss the advantages and disadvantages of different agroforestry systems, taking into account practical aspects, productivity and profitability;

- discuss the economic, environmental and social sustainability of different agroforestry systems.

Content

The course combines teacher led and student led activities, such as lectures, literature studies, case studies, project work, group presentations, study visits and field exercises. The course connects to the surrounding society through invited speakers and study visits. The teaching is linked to national and international research, through lectures and literature studies.



The course conveys knowledge about different types of agroforestry systems, for example alley cropping, silvopastoral systems and permaculture. The course presents examples of how agroforestry systems have been developed and applied under varying conditions (climate, landscape, farming intensity etc.), and how management interacts with biological processes and microclimate. Through literature studies, lectures and projects, individually and in groups, the student will gain a deeper understanding of environmental advantages of agroforestry systems, but also insight into the challenges and possible trade-offs related to management feasibility, productivity and profitability of agroforestry systems.

Formats and requirements for examination

Passed written exams and assignments. Active participation in scheduled compulsory elements such as group presentations, exercises and seminars. If a student fails a test, the examiner may give the student a supplementary assignment, provided this is possible and there is reason to do so.

If a student has been granted targeted study support because of a disability, the examiner has the right to offer the student an adapted test, or provide an alternative form of assessment.

If this course is discontinued, SLU will decide on transitional provisions for the examination of students admitted under this syllabus who have not yet been awarded a Pass grade.

For the assessment an independent project (degree project), the examiner may also allow a student to add supplemental information after  the deadline for submission.  For more information, please refer to the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.

• If the student fails a test, the examiner may give the student a supplementary assignment, provided this is possible and there is reason to do so.
• If the student has been granted special educational support because of a disability, the examiner has the right to offer the student an adapted test, or provide an alternative assessment.
• If changes are made to this course syllabus, or if the course is closed, SLU shall decide on transitional rules for examination of students admitted under this syllabus but who have not yet passed the course.
• For the examination of a degree project (independent project), the examiner may also allow the student to add supplemental information after the deadline. For more information on this, please refer to the regulations for education at Bachelor's and Master's level.

Other information

The right to take part in teaching and/or supervision only applies to the course instance which the student has been admitted to and registered on.

If there are special reasons, the student may take part in course components that require compulsory attendance at a later date. For more information, please refer to the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.

Additional information

Basic prior knowledge is recommended in the main fields of study agricultural science, horticultural science, biology, environmental science or landscape architecture.

Responsible department

Department of Biosystems and Technology

There are no Grading criteria posted for this course