BI1294, Introduction to Plant Biology for Sustainable Production, 15.0 Hp
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Syllabus

Level

Second cycle (A1N)

Main field of study

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

English

Entry Requirements

Objectives

The course objectives are to give an introduction to advanced university studies, provide an overview of the syllabus of the master-program, its content, and structure, provide the students with working skills that prepare them for further studies and future work.

After completing the course the students should be able to:

• give an account of the basic biological conditions for plant production.
• with relevance to the subject area of the program, look up, compile, and present information on the possibilities and limitations of plant production, in writing and in speech.
• distinguish and form an opinion on ethical issues coupled with scientific activities within the subject area of the master program.
• give an account of basic philosophical conceptions within science and the scientific method.
• give an account of possibilities and limitations of the scientific subject area of the program to contribute to sustainable development.

Content

The course will give an introduction to the master program Plant Biology for Sustainable Production and its two different specializations: "Plant Protection and Plant Breeding" and "Abiotic and Biotic interactions of Plants". The course will provide the students with a basic foundation for future University studies at the master level and a comprehension of the basic biological conditions for plant production. The course lectures, exercises and excursions cover:

• basic plant biology, including plant physiology, metabolomics, genetics, and molecular genetics.
• conditions for plant production, covering agriculture and horticulture.
• basic statistics with relevance for the courses that follow in the master-program.
• an introduction to ethical argumentation, sustainable development, science philosophy and the scientific method and science communication.
• scientific presentations, in oral and in writing.

At the excursions, environments of importance for plant-production are visited and study visits are made to prepare the students for a future work. Excursions, Study visits, and Laboratory exercises are compulsory.

Examination Formats and Requirements for Passing the Course

Approved written exam. Approved written and verbal presentation of report. Participation in excursions, exercises and other compulsory moments.

Responsible Department/Equivalent

Department of Plant Biology

Cooperating departments

Department of Plant Breeding

Supplementary information

Included in program

• Plant Biology for Sustainable Production - Master's programme
• Plant Biology for Sustainable Production - Master's Programme

Module set

Title	Credits	Code
Laboratory practicals	2.0	0202
Literature project	3.0	0203
Written examination	10.0	0204

Other Information

SLU is environmentally certified according to ISO 14001. A large part of our courses cover knowledge and skills that contribute positively to the environment. To further strengthen this, we have specific environmental goals for the education. Students are welcome to suggest actions regarding the course’s content and implementation that lead to improvements for the environment. For more information, see webpage www.slu.se.