AGRI 2220 : Plant Protection and Animal Health

The plant protection component is designed to assist learners to develop an understanding of the biotic and abiotic factors responsible for irregularities plant growth and in stored plant products. It includes the study of common diseases, arthropods pests, weeds and their management using an integrated pest management approach. The animal health component discuses concepts related to animal health including parasites and diseases, impact of ill health and environmental conditions which predispose animals to ill health and focuses on a preventative approach of management.

Prerequisites

AGRI 1104, AGRI 2201

Overview

Department

Credits

4

Contact Hours

5
Hours Per Week

Program