Plant Pathology
General
Course Subject Code
BIOL
Course Number
3040K
Course Title
Plant Pathology
Course Description
An introduction to the principles and concepts of phytopathology. These topics include historical impact of plant diseases, microbial biology and life cycles for the various classes of organisms that cause plant diseases, disease development, environmental interactions, and disease control strategies. Emphasis is placed on broad concepts rather than diagnosis and control of specific diseases. Laboratory exercises augment topics covered in the lecture. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2070K with a minimum grade of C.