BI1450, Basic Plant Physiology, 15.0 Hp
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Syllabus
Finalized by: Ansvarig ledamot i PN-LT/ordförande i arbetsgrupp trädgård och jordbruk, 2023-11-15
Valid from : Autumn semester 2024 (2024-09-02)
Level
First cycle
(G1F)
Main field of study
Biology, Horticultural Science
Subject
Science
Biology Area
Botany (plant biology)
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
Swedish
Entry Requirements
Knowledge equivalent to:
15 credits biology
Objectives
The course provides basic knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of higher plants.
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- describe the internal structure of the plant and plant cell and name tissues and cell types that are important for the structure and function of the various organs
- explain respiration and photosynthesis as well as basic concepts relating to energy metabolism in plants
- explain how plants absorb and transport water and dissolved substances a well as the functions of mineral nutrients in the plant
- name important plant hormones and explain their importance for the plant's development and response to external factors
- based on winter characteristics, be able to name a basic assortment of ornamental lignoses
- have developed their ability to search for scientific information and refer to sources in a scientific text.
Content
Subject-related content:
In lectures, laboratory exercises and group exercises, the following parts are covered:
- anatomy, the relationship between structure and function
- plant cell structure, cell division, DNA and protein synthesis
- water balance, uptake and transport of water and minerals, mycorrhiza, nitrogen fixation
- functions of mineral nutrients, deficiency symptoms
- photosynthesis, respiration, carbohydrate metabolism
- plant hormones and their effect on the plant, movements
- winter characteristics of ornamental lignoses
- vegetative development and control of plant morphology.
- flowering, seed and fruit development, dormancy
- the influence of external factors on processes in the plant
- literature search in Web of Science.
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Teaching formats:
To further student learning and promote discussion, a variety of methods are used:
Lectures, laboratory exercises and group exercises
The course focuses on the following generic competencies:
Information competence
The following course components are compulsory:
Laboratory and scheduled group exercises are mandatory
Examination Formats and Requirements for Passing the Course
Passed written exam, passed written assignments, and passed participation in mandatory sections.
Responsible Department/Equivalent
Department of Biosystems and Technology
Supplementary information
Included in program
- Syllabus for Horticultural Management – Gardening and Horticultural Production (BSc)
- Horticultural Management - Gardening and Horticultural Production, Bachelor's Programme
Module set
| Title |
Credits |
Code |
| Written examination |
9.0 |
0001 |
| Laboratory exercises in plant physiology |
3.5 |
0002 |
| Anatomy |
1.5 |
0003 |
| Plant knowledge |
1.0 |
0004 |
The Course Replaces
BI1365, BI1149,BI1237, BI1284, BI1348
Other Information
Knowledge equivalent to 7.5 credits in chemistry is recommended. The course is campus-based.