Introduction to Plant Biology for Sustainable Production
Information from the course leader
Dear Students,
Welcome to the course “Introduction to Plant Biology for Sustainable Production, (BI1294)”.
This course will be run jointly between the SLU campuses in Alnarp and Uppsala.
On August 28th you will have campus specific introductions that are common for all master students and depending on which campus you are studying you will have to go to different locations. Campus specific information about the orientation week (21-25 August), and the roll call day August 28th can be found following the link below:
https://student.slu.se/en/studies/new-student/
Registration to the course “Introduction to Plant Biology for Sustainable Production” will take place in conjunction to the general introduction of the master´s programme Plant Biology for Sustainable Production. Hence, even if you are taking the course as single course you need to attend the general introduction.
The first lecture will be on Tuesday August 29th 13.00-15.00 in SalH (Ultuna) and Plantan (Alnarp).
Literature for the course is:
Plant Physiology and development 7th ed.
Taiz, Zeiger, Möller and Murphy
ISBN: 9780197614204
and
A Short Guide to Writing about Biology, A, 9th Edition
Pechenik
9780321984258
Course responsible persons are: Ida Lager (ida.lager@slu.se) in Alnarp, Jens Sundström (Jens.sundstrom@slu.se) and Anders Hafrén (anders.hafren@slu.se) in Uppsala.
Best wishes Jens
Course evaluation
The course evaluation is now closed
BI1294-10061 - Course evaluation report
Once the evaluation is closed, the course coordinator and student representative have 1 month to draft their comments. The comments will be published in the evaluation report.
Additional course evaluations for BI1294
Academic year 2024/2025
Introduction to Plant Biology for Sustainable Production (BI1294-10272)
2024-09-02 - 2024-10-31
Academic year 2024/2025
Introduction to Plant Biology for Sustainable Production (BI1294-10273)
2024-09-02 - 2024-10-31
Academic year 2023/2024
Introduction to Plant Biology for Sustainable Production (BI1294-10060)
2023-08-28 - 2023-10-30
Academic year 2022/2023
Introduction to Plant Biology for Sustainable Production (BI1294-10301)
2022-08-29 - 2022-10-31
Academic year 2022/2023
Introduction to Plant Biology for Sustainable Production (BI1294-10302)
2022-08-29 - 2022-10-31
Academic year 2021/2022
Introduction to Plant Biology for Sustainable Production (BI1294-10093)
2021-08-30 - 2021-11-01
Academic year 2021/2022
Introduction to Plant Biology for Sustainable Production (BI1294-10094)
2021-08-30 - 2021-11-01
Academic year 2021/2022
Introduction to Plant Biology for Sustainable Production (BI1294-10095)
2021-08-30 - 2021-11-01
Academic year 2020/2021
Introduction to Plant Biology for Sustainable Production (BI1294-10039)
2020-08-31 - 2020-11-01
Academic year 2020/2021
Introduction to Plant Biology for Sustainable Production (BI1294-10040)
2020-08-31 - 2020-11-01
Academic year 2020/2021
Introduction to Plant Biology for Sustainable Production (BI1294-10041)
2020-08-31 - 2020-11-01
Academic year 2019/2020
Introduction to Plant Biology for Sustainable Production (BI1294-10116)
2019-09-02 - 2019-10-31
Academic year 2019/2020
Introduction to Plant Biology for Sustainable Production (BI1294-10117)
2019-09-02 - 2019-10-31
Academic year 2019/2020
Introduction to Plant Biology for Sustainable Production (BI1294-10118)
2019-09-02 - 2019-10-31
Academic year 2018/2019
Introduction to Plant Biology for Sustainable Production (BI1294-10004)
2018-09-03 - 2018-11-11
Academic year 2018/2019
Introduction to Plant Biology for Sustainable Production (BI1294-10002)
2018-09-03 - 2018-11-11
Academic year 2018/2019
Introduction to Plant Biology for Sustainable Production (BI1294-10003)
2018-09-03 - 2018-11-11
Syllabus and other information
Syllabus
BI1294 Introduction to Plant Biology for Sustainable Production, 15.0 Credits
Introduktion till Växtbiologi för Hållbar ProduktionSubjects
BiologyEducation cycle
Master’s levelModules
| Title | Credits | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Laboratory practicals | 2.0 | 0202 |
| Literature project | 3.0 | 0203 |
| Written examination | 10.0 | 0204 |
Advanced study in the main field
Second cycle, has only first-cycle course/s as entry requirementsMaster’s level (A1N)
Grading scale
The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.
Language
EnglishPrior knowledge
Knowledge equivalent to 120 credits at basic level including- 60 credits biology or
- 60 credits Forest Scineces including 15 credits chemistry
- 60 credits Horticultural Science including 15 credits chemistry
- 60 credits Agricultural Science including 15 credits in chemistry
and
- English 6
Objectives
The course objectives are to give an introduction to advanced university studies, provide an overview of the syllabus of the master-program, its content, and structure, provide the students with working skills that prepare them for further studies and future work.
After completing the course the students should be able to:
give an account of the basic biological conditions for plant production.
with relevance to the subject area of the program, look up, compile, and present information on the possibilities and limitations of plant production, in writing and in speech.
distinguish and form an opinion on ethical issues coupled with scientific activities within the subject area of the master program.
give an account of basic philosophical conceptions within science and the scientific method.
give an account of possibilities and limitations of the scientific subject area of the program to contribute to sustainable development.
Content
The course will give an introduction to the master program in Plant Biology for a sustainable production and its three different specializations: Forest biotechnology, Plant Protection and Plant Breeding, and Abiotic and Biotic interactions of Plants. The course will provide the students with a basic foundation for future University studies at the master level and a comprehension of the basic biological conditions for plant production.
The course lectures, exercises and excursions cover:
basic plant biology, including plant physiology, metabolomic, genetics, and molecular genetics
conditions for plant production, covering agriculture, horticulture, and forestry.
basic statistics with relevance for the courses that follow in the master-program
an introduction to ethical argumentation, sustainable development, science philosophy and the scientific method and science communication.
scientific presentations, in oral and in writing.
At the excursions environments of importance for plant-production is visited and study visits are made to prepare the students for a future work. Excursions, Study visits, and Laboratory exercises are compulsory.
Grading form
The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.Formats and requirements for examination
Approved written exam. Approved written and verbal presentation of report. Participation in excursions, exercises and other compulsory moments.
If a student has failed an examination, the examiner has the right to issue supplementary assignments. This applies if it is possible and there are grounds to do so.
The examiner can provide an adapted assessment to students entitled to study support for students with disabilities following a decision by the university. Examiners may also issue an adapted examination or provide an alternative way for the students to take the exam.
If this syllabus is withdrawn, SLU may introduce transitional provisions for examining students admitted based on this syllabus and who have not yet passed the course.
For the assessment of an independent project (degree project), the examiner may also allow a student to add supplemental information after the deadline for submission. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.
Other information
The right to participate in teaching and/or supervision only applies for the course instance the student was admitted to and registered on.
If there are special reasons, students are entitled to participate in components with compulsory attendance when the course is given again. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.
Additional information
SLU is environmentally certified according to ISO 14001. A large part of our coursescover knowledge and skills that contribute positively to the environment. To further
strengthen this, we have specific environmental goals for the education. Students are
welcome to suggest actions regarding the course’s content and implementation that lead
to improvements for the environment. For more information, see webpage www.slu.se.
Responsible department
Department of Plant Biology