Plant protection and microbiology
Course description
The course develops further your knowledge in plant protection. You will learn about planning of plant protection against different pests and diseases from preventive to combating measures. You will also train detection and interpretation of symptoms in different types of plants in horticulture. You will have possibility to try some diagnostics tests and analysis methods in microbiology. You will gain deeper understanding of the importance of microorganisms as pathogens, and even more importantly, as beneficial organisms. You will get to know different actors in plant protection in Sweden, related to advisory work. Examination consists of practicals, seminars and written reports. The main target group is programme students in horticultural management, but the course is also freestanding. The course is given in Swedish.
Entry Requirements
Course facts
BI1366, Plant protection and microbiology, 15.0 Hp
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Syllabus
Level
First cycle (G2F)
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
Swedish
Entry Requirements
Objectives
The aim of the course is to obtain advanced knowledge within plant protection. Knowledge on how to interpret injuries on plants and how to plan and carry out actions against different types of pests are deepened during the course. Knowledge in general microbiology is included in the course, combined with deepened understanding of the importance of microorganisms for plants and as production organisms.
After completing the course, the student will be able to:
- describe systematics, biology, ecology and morphology within different groups of pests, beneficial organisms and other important microorganisms
- carry out appropriate microbiological diagnostic tests and analytical methods - diagnose injuries caused by different groups of pests
- explain differences between different plant protection strategies and describe how different cultivation techniques influence pests and weeds
- describe application methods and the environmental impact of chemical and biological pesticides.
Content
The course includes arthropods (insects, arachnids), nematodes, fungi, oomycetes, bacteria, viruses and weeds in horticulture based on:
- organisms biology, ecology, morphology and fields of use
- diagnostic and analytical methods
- source of infection and the infection process
- the impact of parasitic fungi on plants
- disease development and the defence system of plants
- interactions between insects, plants and microorganisms, focused on both negative and positive aspects
- resistance mechanisms of plants and pests
- integrated plant protection
- forecasting methods and population dynamics
- biological and chemical plant protection strategies, with GMO
- plant protection and application techniques
- impact on environment and health
- consulting and communication of plant protection and microbiology.
Scheduled laboratory sessions, exercises, seminars and study visits are compulsory.
Examination Formats and Requirements for Passing the Course
The examination consists of written assignments, laboratory reports and written examination in plant protection. To pass the course, approved participation in compulsory components and approved examination are required.
Responsible Department/Equivalent
Department of Plant Protection Biology
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Microbiology | 5.0 | 0202 |
| Plant Protection 1 | 7.5 | 0003 |
| Plant Protection 2 | 2.5 | 0004 |
The Course Replaces
BI0926, BI0898, BI1261
Other Information
Students who have passed the course Plant Protection Basics fulfill the prior knowledge demand of 5 credits in plant protection.