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Course Description
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Course Name
Plant Diseases: Biology and Control
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Host University
University College Dublin
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Location
Dublin, Ireland
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Area of Study
Biology, Environmental Science
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
ISA offers course level recommendations in an effort to facilitate the determination of course levels by credential evaluators.We advice each institution to have their own credentials evaluator make the final decision regrading course levels.
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ECTS Credits
5 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits2.5 - 3
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units3.75 - 4.5
Hours & Credits
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Overview
This course provides an overview of the biology, symptoms and signs, diagnosis and control of pathogens of
crop plants. The following topics will be addressed: The economic and social impact of diseases on crop
production. Important fungal, bacterial and virus diseases of field crops. Analysis of the impact of pathogens
on yield and quality of field crops. Chemical, cultural and integrated methods for prevention and control
including forecasting.
Course Disclaimer
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.
ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System) credits are converted to semester credits/quarter units differently among U.S. universities. Students should confirm the conversion scale used at their home university when determining credit transfer.
Please reference fall and spring course lists as not all courses are taught during both semesters.
Please note that some courses with locals have recommended prerequisite courses. It is the student's responsibility to consult any recommended prerequisites prior to enrolling in their course.