Abstract

This subject will introduce you to the study of plant pathogens and aims to give students skills in the recognition and assessment of diseases of plants. Students will draw on skills already developed in other subjects and will integrate with agronomic type subjects studied concurrently. This subject as an integrative … For more content click the Read More button below.

Syllabus

Disease recognition and diagnosis;Biology of organisms associated with plant diseases;Epidiemiology of plant diseases;Crop loss assessment;Principles of disease control and management; and Integrated pest management.

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
be able to demonstrate knowledge of both biotic and abiotic agents of plant disease;
2.
be able to demonstrate an understanding of the steps involved in diagnosing plant diseases and be able to undertake disease assessment in the field;
3.
be able to demonstrate an intimate knowledge of a select group of diseases relevant to their area of interest;
4.
be familiar with the full range of options for disease management;
5.
be able to demonstrate an understanding of integrated plant disease management.

Learning activities

Residential School

Learning resources

Additional resources required by students

Students attending compulsory residential schools on Charles Sturt campuses will incur costs associated with travel, accommodation and required resources.

All students are required to have a lab coat, safety glasses and covered footwear for lab based practicals.