BI1407, Advanced Plant Breeding and Genetic Resources, 15.0 Hp
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Syllabus

Finalized by: Programnämnden för utbildning inom landskap och trädgård (PN - LT), 2021-11-15
Valid from : Autumn semester 2022 (2022-08-29)

Level

Second cycle (A1N)

Main field of study

Biology, Horticultural Science

Grading Scale

The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.

Course language

English

Entry Requirements

Objectives

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

• understand the role of genetic resources in plant breeding
• evaluate and utilize genetic resources for a given species
• understand issues about intellectual property and freedom of operation of plant genetic resources
• discuss the potential of modern breeding tools in plant breeding for achieving sustainable agriculture
• apply modern technologies independently in plant breeding
• use genetic theory to design a breeding strategy for a given species.

Content

The course content consists of the following main items:

• Importance of genetic resources and plant breeding for sustainable plant production
• Genetic variation and gene erosion in horticultural plant species
• Collections and international aspects of genetic resources and freedom of operation of plant materials
• Modern breeding technologies and their uses in plant breeding
• Project design e.g. improving disease resistance or product quality by using different modern breeding methods. Designed projects are reported in writing and orally
• Excursions to institutes or companies involved in plant breeding
• Laboratory practicals
• Seminars on literature study, laboratory practicals and designed project will provide students with opportunities to discuss pros and cons of various breeding methods.

Scheduled lab practicals, seminars and study visits are compulsory.

Examination Formats and Requirements for Passing the Course

The examination consists of written reports and oral presentations. To pass the course, approved written reports, passed in the oral presentations and approved compulsory components are required.

Responsible Department/Equivalent

Department of Plant Breeding

Supplementary information

Included in program

• Plant Biology for Sustainable Production - Master's Programme
• Horticultural Science Programme
• Horticultural Science - Master's Programme

Module set

Title	Credits	Code
Single module	15.0	0001

The Course Replaces

BI0901, BI1057, BI1345