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Handbook 1997 : Faculty of Agriculture, Forestry and Horticulture : Forestry

211-302 Tree Development

Credit Points:

6

Coordinator:

Dr S M Read

Prerequisite/s:

211-256 Cell Biology & Physiology

Timetable:

Semester 1

Contact:

12 hours of lectures and 18 hours of practical work

Objectives:

On completion of this subject, students should have an understanding of the processes of tree development at the molecular, cellular and physiological levels, plant responses to changing environmental conditions, including stresses; and modern approaches to manipulating tree properties.

Content:

Development of the tissues and organs of trees, developmental physiology, and the role of plant hormones; control of dormancy and flowering; cambial physiology and the formation of wood; response to salt stress; application of molecular biology and biotechnology to forestry, including genetic engineering.

Assessment:

One 2-hour written examination at the end of the semester. Marks are also given for assignments and practical work.

Prescribed Texts:

  • Davies, P.J., Plant Hormones and their Role in Plant Growth and Development, 2nd ed. Martinus Nijhoff, 1995.
  • Foskett, D.E., Plant Growth and Development: A Molecular Approach, Academic Press, San Diego, California.
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