Advanced: Level III Courses (Tropical Horticulture)

The following courses are only available to Tropical Horticulture students for the 2011/12 academic year.

AGRI2001/AG21C - TROPICAL CROP PROTECTION

The nature and extent of pest damage in the tropics and the roles of various pest agents –insects, mites, nematodes, weeds, pathogens, vertebrate pests. Biology and ecology of tropical pests and the concept of pest threshold levels. Principles of pest control-cultural, biological, chemical, legislative. Pesticide for crop pest Management, formulations and application. Pesticide safety concepts. Integrated pest management.

AGCP3006/AC32J - PRINCIPLES OF FRUIT CROP PRODUCTION

Introduction to the status of fruit crop industry with specific reference to tropical crops. The role of fruits in human nutrition. The scientific principles of fruit crop growth and yield development. Production principles and technologies used in commercial fruit crop enterprises for selected fruits. Assessment of the commercial potential of minor fruits. Current issues and research needs of tropical fruit crops.

AGCP3007/AC33A - POST-HARVEST TECHNOLOGY

The post harvest physiology and biochemistry of selected tropical fruits, vegetables, root crops and grains. The post harvest environment including pathological agents, with particular reference to these crops. Physiological disorders. Post harvest handling systems. Introduction to basic equipment used in evaluation, refrigeration and storage systems, and general post harvest produce management.

AGBU3007/AM37A - NEW VENTURE CREATION AND MANAGEMENT

The “hands-on” tools and techniques for launching and managing a sustainable small business. Frameworks and guidelines that can be used to formulate strategies relevant in the contemporary business environment. Emphasis will be placed on real world application of business theory through the building of an effective business plan, case study analysis and interaction with entrepreneurs.

AGBU3012/AM312 - RESEARCH PROJECT

A project within a subject area relevant to the student’s degree option. Students will be examined at the end of the semester in which they are registered.

AGCP2003/AC26B - MECHANIZATION FOR CROP PRODUCTION

Principles of design, construction, operation and maintenance of power units and machinery for crop production. Management of machinery; determination of machinery requirements; machinery selection, performance and costs of use. Machinery for field operations; tillage, seed bed preparation, cultivation seeding and planting, chemical application and harvesting. Analysis and development of mechanised production systems with special reference to crop production in the Caribbean.

AGCP3005/AC32H - LANDSCAPE AND TURF GRASS MANAGEMENT

The role of plants in human well-being, the importance of the landscape industry and the use of plants in private and public spaces. The history of gardens and garden design. Plant identification techniques. Tree and shrub growth, development selection, establishment and maintenance. Turfgrass and ground cover growth and development, selection, establishment and maintenance. The elements and principles of landscape design, design process; uses of plant materials in landscape design. Landscape installation and maintenance.

AGSL3001/AS31A - IRRIGATION AND DRAINAGE TECHNOLOGY

Soil water potential and measurements:saturated /unsaturated water movement; water movement to roots; evaporation, evapotranspiration and consumptive use. Sources of water; methods of water application; design, installation, operation and evaluation of irrigation systems; pumps and pumping for irrigation and drainage; drainage principles; types of drains; planning, design and installation of drainages systems; legal and administrative aspects of irrigation and drainage.

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For more information about the courses offered by the Department, please visit the Courses page or additionally, you may download the Handbook in PDF.*

 

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