Courses & Units
Plant Pathology KLA612
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, fungi and nematodes 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 two field trips.
Summary
| Unit name | Plant Pathology |
|---|---|
| Unit code | KLA612 |
| 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 |
| Delivered By | Delivered wholly by the provider |
| Level | Postgraduate |
Availability
This unit is currently unavailable.
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Learning Outcomes
- Interpret plant disease outcomes based on complex interactions of epidemiological variables, for fungal, bacterial and viral pathogens
- Evaluate plant disease assessment and management strategies in agriculture and horticultural systems
- Differentiate the types of plant-pathogen interactions, including pathogen-vector interactions, which lead to plant disease
- Demonstrate advanced practical skills in selected topics of plant pathology and communicate complex 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 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Teaching
| Assessment | Test or quiz (10%)|Report (20%)|Assignment (10%)|Examination - take home (50%)|Presentation (10%) |
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| 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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