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Plant Breeding and Genetics (AGRI30048)
Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5Dual-Delivery (Parkville)
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Semester 2
Overview
| Availability | Semester 2 - Dual-Delivery |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
This subject focuses on understanding the procedures involved in breeding crops and the role of genetics in the process. The integration of conventional breeding approaches and the use of gene technologies in breeding new crop varieties are explored. Emphasis is placed on how plant breeders identify priority traits and the management of breeding programs in a commercial setting. The practical sessions aim to develop skills in plant breeding methodologies and research techniques.
Topics covered include:
- Domestication of crop species and conservation of plant genetic resources
- Evolutionary processes and genetic variability of plant populations
- Reproductive systems
- Methods of breeding self– and cross-pollinating plants
- Supplementary breeding approaches including mutation breeding
- The use of molecular biology techniques in plant breeding
- Genetics of important crops within the Australian agricultural context and discussion of priority traits for improvement
Intended learning outcomes
Upon completion of this subject students will:
- Understand the role of population genetics in breeding plants
- Understand the significance of different plant breeding systems
- Understand the application of conventional breeding approaches and gene technology approaches in plant breeding programs
- Appreciate the issues associated with breeding plants in a commercial setting
Generic skills
- The capacity for independent critical thought, rational inquiry and self-directed learning and research
- An ability to derive, interpret and analyse technical information from primary and other sources
- An ability to integrate information across a relevant discipline to solve problems in applied situations
- The ability to plan work, use time effectively and manage small projects
- The capacity for independent critical thought, rational inquiry
- An intellectual curiosity
Last updated: 22 November 2023
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
One of
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| AGRI10051 | Genetics for Agriculture | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| BIOL10010 | Introductory Biology: Life's Complexity | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| BIOL10011 | Biology: Life's Complexity | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
BIOL10005 Genetics and The Evolution of Life
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Recommended background knowledge
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| AGRI20035 | Applied Crop Production and Horticulture | Semester 2 (On Campus - Dookie) |
12.5 |
| AGRI20037 | Crop Production and Management | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| AGRI20026 | Plant Growth Processes | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 22 November 2023
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
mid semester test
| Week 6 | 20% |
Essay
| Week 7 | 20% |
Practical Report
| Week 12 | 20% |
Exam
| During the examination period | 40% |
Last updated: 22 November 2023
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Coordinator Mohammad Pourkheirandish Mode of delivery Dual-Delivery (Parkville) Contact hours 42 hours of lectures and practical activities Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 26 July 2021 to 24 October 2021 Last self-enrol date 6 August 2021 Census date 31 August 2021 Last date to withdraw without fail 24 September 2021 Assessment period ends 19 November 2021 Semester 2 contact information
Last updated: 22 November 2023
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- Breadth options
This subject is available as breadth in the following courses:
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelor of Design
- Bachelor of Environments
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art)
- Bachelor of Music
- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 22 November 2023