The student studies during this semester; Economic importance of nematodes, losses resulting from nematodes, evaluation of cultivars grown in the field, diagnosis of plant diseases caused by nematodes, some diseases caused by nematodes, mechanism of disease occurrence, compound disease, Nematode control
Intended learning outcomes
1. Recognize the importance of nematodes as a pathogen.
2. Determines the impact of nematodes on the global and local economy.
3. Able to diagnose diseases caused by nematodes.
4. Recognize some nematode diseases
5. Recognize the mechanism by which the disease occurs.
6. To identify the common effects between nematodes and other pathogens
7. Determine the suitable methods for controlling nematodes in local conditions
Teaching and learning methods
This course is presented to the student in the form of theoretical lectures and laboratory lessons, in addition to some field visits to identify nematode diseases, as well as some duties assigned to the student.
Methods of assessments
Students are evaluated in this course through written exams, practical tests, assignments, and reports