BI1233, Hydroponic Systems in Horticultural Production and Public Environment, 15.0 Hp
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Syllabus

Level

First cycle (G2F)

Main field of study

Biology, Horticultural Science

Biology Area

Other biology courses

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

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

• choose and justify his/her choice of a hydroponic system and technical solutions for a specific growing site or cultivation situation.
• Discuss the environmental impact of hydroponic systems from a sustainability perspective.
• Discuss methodology for setting up, planting/establishment, maintenance and harvest of hydroponic systems.
• Describe the properties of relevant substrates used in hydroponic systems.
• Describe how water and plant nutrients can be regulated in hydroponic systems and be able to calculate water and nutrient requirements.
• Predict plant responses to various control and regulatory measures in hydroponic systems.
• Identify critical factors in hydroponic systems, including water quality and the incidence of disease agents, and be capable of prioritising control measures.
• Apply their knowledge in anticipating, preventing and managing technical disruptions in hydroponic systems.

Content

The hydroponic systems referred to in the course are high technology cultivation systems where plant nutrients are supplied in liquid form. The course is an applied course covering biological, technological and horticultural issues. It encompasses both the production of horticultural products and the growing and use of horticultural plants in public spaces. The course also deals with environmental aspects, and principles of plant physiology and technology are integrated. The course deals with a range of areas of application for hydroponic cultivation systems and how these systems can be ajusted according to demands of the plant. During the course, the students build their own hydroponic systems in the greenhouse or outdoors, carry out analyses, regulate water and nutrient supply, take care of the plants, resolve technical problems in the cultivation system and evaluate the results. Great emphasis is placed on the fact that applications in public spaces must be long-lasting and that the horticultural products produced must maintain a high level of quality. Scheduled laboratory work, exercises, group discussions, supervision, presentations, seminars as well as excursions are mandatory.

Examination Formats and Requirements for Passing the Course

The course examination consists of seminars and written and oral reporting of project work. To achieve the credits for the course, students must obtain a pass grade in the project assignment and other assignments, and participate actively in seminars, exercises and study trips.

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
• Horticultural Science - Master's Programme
• Horticultural Management Programme - Garden Design, Bachelor's Programme
• Trädgårdsingenjörsprogrammet - design

Module set

Title	Credits	Code
Individual assignment	5.0	0004
Exam	6.0	0005
Lab reports	3.0	0006
Mandatory elements	1.0	0007

The Course Replaces

BI1190, BI1206