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Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
Phyto-pathology which is also referred to as Plant pathology course is concerned with the foundation, biology, significance, gradual deprivation and regulation of different types of plant illness. It encompasses the learning of various living organisms on the face of earth that can cause any sort of illness in plants.
Plant pathology course and Soil Health is concerned with teaching different procedures through which the agents that are originating the disorder are thoroughly known by the candidates. In accordance with the surrounding environment, this course helps the candidates understand the reasons behind these plant diseases and how the health of soil as a natural asset plays a very important role.
This well being of the soil encompasses a number of different concepts of soil tenderness, soil classifications, soil types, the physical, soil fertility, chemical, biological properties of soil and its formation on the surface of earth. This course also deals with different types of pesticide examination.
The Highlights
- No-charge education imparted
- 12 weeks -course period
- Easy transfer of credit
- Formally recognized by government
- Tele Recorded sessions
- Top-notch teachers of India for teaching
- Seven day assessments
- Monitored examinations
- Great e-coaching
- Downloadable course material
Programme Offerings
- Deliberative Forums
- Tele-learning
- Computerized Learning Notes
- Tele Recorded Sessions
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|
| yes | Maharani's Science College for Women, Mysore |
Eligibility Criteria
Education
Candidates pursuing an undergraduate degree and above can register for the Plant pathology course and Soil Health online program.
Prerequisites for the course: learners must have basic knowledge regarding the subject of bio science.
Certification Qualifying Details
The participants have to comply with an assessment that will consist of 40% mid-term assessment results conducted online and the remainder 60% which will be marked by an end-term monitored assessment.
The allocation of marks for various assessments will be as follows:
- One assignment for 20 marks in the 4th quadrant.
- Seminars will be conducted in the 4th quadrant for 20 marks.
- 10 marks allotted for class performance and interaction which will be given at the end-term
- A final exam of 50 marks
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What you will learn
On completion of the Plant pathology course and Soil Health online program, learners would have learned a number of different concepts, as follows:
- A number of plant protection devices usage
- Analysis of agro ecosystem, pesticides, residues and testing method
- Management of pesticide residues in water and its effects on penetration
- Effects of pesticide and harmful chemicals on Quality of Human Life
- Bionomics and Management of The Medically important Pests
- Harmful effects of fertilizers and their residues on the atmosphere
- Bacterial, viral illnesses in other plant life
Who it is for
SWAYAM’s Plant pathology and Soil Health online program is suitable for students who are into learning about plant diseases and soil health. It is also recommended for the bio-science graduates who want to add more skills to their resume for better job prospects.
Application Details
For applying for the Plant pathology course and Soil Health online program, participants can follow the simple steps and mentioned and get themselves registered:
Step 1: Press the given below link. This will take the candidates to the SWAYAM’s Plant pathology course and Soil Health program page - https://onlinecourses.swayam2.ac.in/
Step 2: Candidates must remember that if they want to apply for the course they must have themselves registered at the SWAYAM official website too. They can register by clicking on the given link - https://swayam.gov.in.
Step 3: The participants continue the remainder of the procedure when they can see the registration link back on the website, which is currently unavailable.
The Syllabus
- Plant pathology
- Viral diseases in plants
- Bacterial diseases in plants
- Fungal diseases in plants
- Life Cycles in Insects
- Principles and Methods of Pest Control
- Pests of Cereal Crops
- Pests of Pulses and Sugar Cane
- Pests of Oil Seeds and Forage Crops
- Insects of Industrial importance
- Applied Entomology
- Agronomy of Crop Plants
- Soil Chemistry and Fertility
- Macro and Micro Nutrients
- Chemistry of Pesticides
- Inorganic Pesticides
- Pesticide Formulation
- Organophosphorus Pesticides
- Pyrethroids and Other Natural Pesticides
- Recent Advances in Pest Control
- Resistance against Pesticides
- Host Plant Resistance
- Pesticide Hazards
- Penetration and Distribution of Pesticide Residues and their Effects on Quality of Human Life
- Pesticide Residues in the Water
- Pesticide Residues in the Soil
- Analysis of Pesticide Residues and Toxicological Testing Methods
- Analysis Techniques involved in Pesticide Analysis
- Biotechnology Approaches in Pest Management
- Integrated Pest Management
- Bio fertilizer
- Herbicides
- Fungicides
- Controlled Release of Pesticides
- Fertilizers and their Formulations
- Bionomics and Control of The Crop Plants
- Bionomics and Management of the Stored Food Crops
- Bionomics and Management of The Medically important Pests
- Agro Ecosystem Analysis
- Analysis of Agrochemicals
- Plant Protection Appliances
Instructors
Maharani's Science College for Women, Mysore Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
Yes, the learning of Plant pathology and Soil Health course is online and completely free of cost. However, the certification for the same will only be available if candidates give an online exam and pay a certain price as fees.
The SWAYAM is an initiative taken by MHRD (Govt. of India). To visit the website of the SWAYAM press this link - https://swayam.gov.in.
Plant Pathology and Soil Health course consist of pesticide analysis, soil formulation, bionomics, management of stored food crops and a lot more.
To have a look at the course content select the link - https://onlinecourses.swayam2.ac.in/
The level under which SWAYAM’s Plant pathology and Soil Health online program is covered is undergraduate as mentioned on the SWAYAM website.
The Pesticide Book, Plant Pathology. Academic Press, Text Book of Applied Entomology are some of the reference books that the candidates can refer to.
Plant Pathology and Soil Health course will be taught by Dr. Vindhya K, a renowned faculty member Maharani’s Science College for Women, University of Mysore, Mysuru under the botany department.
Plant Pathology and Soil Health course is counted under the categories of sciences and bio-engineering as mentioned on the SWAYAM website.
The time duration that is mentioned for this course on the SWAYAM website is 12 weeks as of now where every week is a new learning experience.
1437 participants in total are already active participants of the course and these participants come from all around the world for this online learning program.