Plant Pathology (BIOL7017)
Information valid for Semester 1, 2020
Course level
Postgraduate Coursework
Faculty
School
Agriculture Food Sciences Schl
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Delivery mode
Internal
Class hours
3L, 3P
Incompatible
BOTN2004 or 6005, BOTN6017
Assessment methods
INTERNAL: Mid-semester tests and end of semester theory examination; project; progressive practical exams undertaken in mid and end of semester EXTERNAL - Mid-semester and end of semester theory examinations; project report; and practical lab report.
Course enquiries
Prof Elizabeth Aitken
Current course offerings
| Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
| Semester 1, 2024 (19/02/2024 - 15/06/2024) | St Lucia | In Person | Course Profile |
Please Note: Course profiles marked as not available may still be in development.
Course description
To introduce the field of plant pathology; the major plant pathogen groups (fungi, oomycetes, bacteria, viruses, nematodes & phytoplasmas) & their identification (optional practical classes); methods of control (chemical, cultural, genetic & biological) & impact on society (historically, environment, quarantine & GM).
