PLPPM 3010

Biology and Management of Plant Diseases

Course Description

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2020-2021.

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)

Comments Lab portion of the course starts the second week of classes.

• 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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