Courses & Units
Plant Pathology KLA346
This unit is offered in even years.
Introduction
The focus of this unit is on advanced topics of plant disease biology and management. Concepts will be illustrated with diseases caused by viral and virus-like agents, phytopathogenic bacteria and fungi in agricultural and horticultural systems. Topics include infection biology, host resistance, disease transmission, disease epidemiology and detection of pathogens. Practical sessions are project-based including group work and one field trip.
Summary
| Unit name | Plant Pathology |
|---|---|
| Unit code | KLA346 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Sciences and Engineering Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture |
| Discipline | Agriculture and Food Systems |
| Coordinator | Associate Professor Kara Barry |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Advanced |
Availability
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Learning Outcomes
- Outline how plant disease results from epidemiological variables, for selected fungal, bacterial and viral pathogens
- Explain plant disease assessment and management strategies in agriculture and horticultural systems
- Describe the types of plant-pathogen interactions and consequences for plant disease outcomes
- Demonstrate advanced practical skills in selected topics of plant pathology and communicate scientific information
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
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| not applicable |
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2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
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Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 2 x 50 min lectures weekly for 13 weeks 1 x 3 hr practical weekly for 12 weeks (includes 1 field trip, 8 laboratory sessions and 3 workshops) |
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| Assessment | Practical report (a) (10%)|Practical report (b) (10%)|Practical report (c) (10%)|Cereal disease presentation (15%)|Online quizzes (15%)|Examination (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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