TN0371, Technology and work environment in crop production, 7.5 Hp
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Syllabus

Finalized by: PN-NJ, 2024-11-15
Valid from : Spring semester 2026 (2026-01-19)

Level

First cycle (G1N)

Main field of study

Technology, Agricultural 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

By the end of the course, students will have acquired knowledge of, and be able to analyse, methods and technical aspects of production and storage of products from agriculture, in which account is taken of the actual production conditions.

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

• describe and assess various methods and technical principles for the establishment, management, harvesting and storage of products, such as cereals, oilseed rape, and fodder, while taking into account production conditions and long-term sustainability,
• account for, and assess machine systems by compiling technical and biological knowledge into an economic calculation,
• prepare a basic plan/design of machine systems, irrigation and drying installations,
• describe and explain work environment issues in crop production, especially with respect to risks for injury and ill health, as well as how they can be prevented by systematic focus on work environment issues.

Content

The course has teacher-led seminars and exercises, and uses different forms of teaching to promote student activity and discussions: seminars, quizzes, study questions, and case studies. Cooperation takes place with the sector businesses through guest lecturers and study visits.

There are several case studies. One deals with tillage machinery where the choice of machinery and function is discussed. Another will calculate the cost for machinery within a farm business with ordinary crops and machines. The case studies are discussed in small groups and are presented both in writing and orally.

Exercises may consist of identifying work environment risks in a farm, or studying the distribution of liquid drops in a crop with different application techniques. The exercises are often presented both in writing and orally at seminars, but other forms may exist.

There are also course sections where the student gets the opportunity to practise basic calculations to better understand how a tractor vehicle is affected by a towed machine, as well as how water systems are designed, and the capacity of a drying installations. The student will use different types of nomograms, such as ColeBrooks and Mollier chart, in their calculations.

Examination Formats and Requirements for Passing the Course

Pass grade in a final written examination. Pass grade in active participation in compulsory seminars. Pass grade in assignment work.

Responsible Department/Equivalent

Department of Biosystems and Technology

Supplementary information

Included in program

• Agriculture and Rural Management (BSc)

Module set

Title	Credits	Code
Exam	5.0	0202
Compulsory assignments	2.5	0203

The Course Replaces

TN0332