Plant Science
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| BIOS1031 | Biosciences | 1 | 10 | Spring Malaysia |
- Code
- BIOS1031
- School
- Biosciences
- Level
- 1
- Credits
- 10
- Semesters
- Spring Malaysia
Summary
Content description: The module will introduce students to the conventional uses of plants and describe some of the problems associated with plant production including biotic and abiotic stresses. It will then discuss the techniques used to study plant science, including genetics and the use of mutants before introducing students to the applications of biotechnology in plant science
Target Students
Students taking degree in Biotechnology, Plant Biotechnology or Environmental Science Available to JYA/Erasmus students.
Classes
- One 3-hour practicum each week for 2 weeks
- One 2-hour lecture each week for 6 weeks
- One 2-hour lecture
- One 2-hour lecture
- One 2-hour lecture
- One 3-hour lecture
Activities may take place every teaching week of the Semester or only in specified weeks. It is usually specified above if an activity only takes place in some weeks of a Semester
Assessment
- 100% Exam 1 (2-hour): Examination (2 hours; A mix of short answer and essay questions; answer 5 out of 8 questions) [100%]
Assessed by end of spring semester
Educational Aims
To provide an introduction to the biology and importance of plants. Lectures will focus on plant form and function, highlighting the ways that genetics and studies on the model plant, Arabidopsis, have added to our understanding. Emphasis will also be placed on the ways plants adapt to their surroundings and the potential for use of biotechnology in plant improvement.Learning Outcomes
A Knowledge and Understanding of:
(1) How plants obtain nutrients and water and develop.
(2) How plants interact with their environment and other organisms.
(3) The importance of plants and plant science in society.
The Intellectual Skills:
(1) To collect and integrate several lines of evidence and apply them in a balanced manner to support an argument.
(2) To apply subject knowledge to solve problems.
The Practical/Professional Skills: None
The Transferable Skills:
(1) To communicate effectively in a written form.
(2) To prepare material with attention to accuracy and detail.
(3)To manage working time effectively.
Conveners
- Dr Festo Massawe