School Of ScienceProtected Cropping TechnologyWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 301448.1
Discipline: HORTICULTURE
Student Contribution Band: 1
Level: 3
Credit Points: 10
Assumed Knowledge
This unit assumes that students have a basic knowledge of biology, plant morphology and anatomy, chemistry and mathematics. Students are also assumed to be familiar with the World Wide Web and the tools for database searching and basic computer packages such as WORD and EXCEL.
Unit Enrolment Restrictions
Must have passed 100 credit points of units.
About this Unit
This unit will develop your understanding of the role technology plays in underpinning plant production, in built environments, as well as the impact on processing and consumption of established and emerging opportunities. This unit explores the factors affecting growth, maturation and physiology of plant products in the protected cropping environment. Industry issues of controlling pests and disease, assessing harvest maturity, post-harvest management are underpinned by systems modelling and sustainable practices.
Special Requirements - Essential Equipment
Students are required to have personal protection equipment e.g. laboratory coat, safety goggles, and closed-in shoes.
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