PLPPM 3010

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PLPPM 3010
Biology and Management of Plant Diseases

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2018-2019.

Introduction to the biology of the pathogens that cause plant diseases, and the diagnosis and management of plant diseases. Topics include the biology of bacteria, fungi, oomycetes, viruses, and nematodes; disease cycles; plant disease epidemiology; and the principles and practices of plant disease management. Intended for students who want a practical knowledge of plant diseases and their control, as well as for students preparing for advanced courses in plant pathology and plant-microbe biology.

When Offered Fall.

Prerequisites/Corequisites Prerequisite: one year of biology.

Distribution Category (OPHLS-AG)

Outcomes
  • Examine the concept of disease in the context of natural and agriculturally relevant plant systems.
  • Demonstrate a good working knowledge of the biology of key plant pathogen groups: viruses, bacteria, nematodes, fungi, stramenopiles, and plants.
  • Recognize the basics of plant disease diagnostics and integrated approaches to plant disease management.

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Syllabi:

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory.

  • 4 Credits Graded

  •  1155 PLPPM 3010   LEC 001

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  • Prerequisite: one year of biology.

  •  1156 PLPPM 3010   LAB 401

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  • The laboratory section of this course starts the second week of classes.

  •  1157 PLPPM 3010   LAB 402

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  • The laboratory section of this course starts the second week of classes.