PLSC 1400 Agronomy II
Course Information
| Course Number | PLSC 1400 |
|---|---|
| Course Title | Agronomy II |
| Description | This course considers the characteristics and identification of noxious and common weeds and weed seeds, methods of control, evaluation of herbicide performance and tolerance to herbicides. Topics on herbicide characteristics, formulations and application methods will be taken into account in determining the most economic method of weed control. (Prerequisite: PLSC1300) |
| Total Credits | 3 |
| Total Hours | 64 |
| Instruction Type | Credits and Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 2 Credits, 43 Hours |
| Lab | 1 Credit, 21 Hours |
Pre/Corequisites
Prerequisite: PLSC 1300
Institutional Core Competencies
- Critical and Creative Thinking - Students will be able to demonstrate purposeful thinking with the goal of using a creative process for developing and building upon ideas and/or the goal of using a critical process for the analyzing and evaluating of ideas.
Course Competencies
- Summarize plant classification, reproduction and life cycles.
- Distinguish plant parts to assist in plant identification.
- Identify the major weed species at various growth stages that affect agricultural production in Minnesota.
- Describe the various methods of weed control.
- Classify agricultural chemicals according to the time of application, mode of action, restricted and non-restricted.
- Calculate the rates and cost for different herbicide programs.
- Explain the physiological mechanisms of herbicide resistance.
- Investigate herbicide non-performance scenarios and practice troubleshooting field complaint situations.
- Demonstrate professional behavior.
SCC Accessibility Statement
South Central College strives to make all learning experiences as accessible as possible. If you have a disability and need accommodations for access to this class, contact the Academic Support Center to request and discuss accommodations.
North Mankato: Room B-132, (507) 389-7222; Faribault: Room A-116, (507) 332-7222.
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