PP2024 : General Plant Pathology

Department

Department of Plant Protection

Academic Program

Bachelor in Plant Protection

Type

Elective

Credits

04

Prerequisite

Overview

During his studies, the student will learn about the introduction and history of plant diseases, the definition of disease, symptoms and signs. The influence of environmental factors on the spread of plant diseases. Parasitism, disease development, epidemiology and weather forecasts, examples of some common plant diseases in Libya, resistance to plant diseases, how to manage plant diseases within the integrated pest management program.

Intended learning outcomes

He can distinguish between signs and symptoms of disease and benefit from them in the diagnosis of diseases.The effect of environmental factors on the speed and spread of diseases.How to collect and preserve samples during a field visit
Develops control method within an integrated pest control programme.
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Teaching and learning methods

Theoretical lectures.

practical experiments.

Field visits.

conduct research.

Methods of assessments

Examinations (theoretical, practical, oral).Submit a report at the end of the semester.