AGRI3006

AGRI3006: Agricultural Microbiology

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Which units require AGRI3006?

AGRI3006 is a prerequisite for 1 unit.

AGRI3002

What is AGRI3006 about?

Agricultural Microbiology will introduce students to agriculturally important microbes such as viruses, nematodes, oomycetes, fungi and bacteria such as Rhizobium, Agrobacterium and Pseudomonas, which are important in the context of plant health and the prevention of control of plant disease. The concept of microbial taxonomy and phylogeny of these organisms will also be discussed. A series of practical laboratory sessions will be used to demonstrate methods in the identification of microorganisms using techniques such as microscopy. Genetics of bacteria, antibiotic resistance and infection assays with oomycetes and fungi will also be demonstrated. In addition, the practical component aims to demonstrate the use of molecular biology in agriculture. Transposon mutagenesis and plant genetic modification via agroinfection are some examples of molecular biology application. Upon the completion of the unit, students will be highly familiar with current crop protection strategies against biotic factors.

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Unit details

Credits25

Contact Hours5 Weekly

Result TypeGrade/Mark

AreaSchool of Molecular and Life Sciences (MLS) (1154)

Field of Education059901 Pest and Weed Control

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How this unit is taught

Science Laboratory1 x 2 hours weekly
Seminar1 x 1 hour weekly
Workshop1 x 2 hours weekly

Prerequisites

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BIOL1005Foundations of Biology
Cell Biology 101
BCCB1000Cell Biology