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Year 2 Forestry.
Credit points: 12.0
Coordinator: Dr D G Parbery.
Contact: 36 hours of lectures and 36 hours of practical classes equally divided between Forest Pathology and Forest Entomology.
Timetable: Second semester
Objectives:
On completion of this subject, students should have an understanding of: the biology of forest pathogens and insect pests; the impact such organisms can make on production forestry; the extent to which forest management practices can increase or reduce problems; and what measures can be taken to avoid, reduce or overcome damage caused by pests and diseases.
Content:
Forest Pathology The significance of diseases in forestry. The principal groups of pathogens; host-parasite relationships; epidemiology and control. Forest Entomology Basis of classification; anatomy, morphology, biology, frequency of distribution, importance and control of insects in forestry.
Assessment:
A 3-hour written examination at the end of the subject. Assignments and reports on practical work. A collection of insects may be required.
Prescribed texts:
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Handbook 1996 : Faculty of Agriculture, Forestry and Horticulture (Volume 4 page 22)
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