Fertilizers & the Environment

Students will be working on the iCEV BASF Plant Science Certification modules, the lesson plans described below are for the Fertilizers & the Environment module.

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Goal:

To learn the basics of fertilizers and their relationship with the environment.

Description:

Fertilizers help replenish essential nutrients the soil looses. Students and beginning horticulturalists will replenish their knowledge of fertilizers with the advice provided in this presentation. The nutritional requirements of plants, the purpose of a fertilizer, fertilizer analysis, types, application, equipment, costs, records and schedules, handling and storage and effects on the environment are introduced.

Objectives:

1. The student will gain a basic knowledge of fertilizers.

2. The student will learn the proper application of plant and crop fertilizers.

3. The student will learn the importance of safety and environmental concerns related to fertilizers.

Assignments:

Assignments will be posted on the Plant & Soil Science Google Classroom, under the “Assignments” topic of the “Classwork” tab. Please pay attention to all due dates, which will be posted on the assignments along with the instructions for the assignment.

Pesticides & Herbicides: An Introduction

Students will be working on the iCEV BASF Plant Science Certification modules, the lesson plans described below are for the Pesticides & Herbicides: An Introduction module.

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Goal:

To learn the fundamentals of pesticides and herbicides.

Description:

Due to the diversity of plant and animal health problems caused by pests, it is important to horticulturalists, ranchers, farmers and even home gardeners to learn how to recognize them, understand what causes them and when they occur. This production teaches students about different pests, beneficial and harmful, along with the correct ways to control them. Also covered are the different classes of pesticides, safety and intergraded pest management. Collaborator: Dr. Pete Dotray, Professor of Weed Science, Texas Tech University.

Objectives:

1. The student will identify a number of common pests.

2. The student will become familiar with the various types of pesticides and herbicides.

3. The student will learn the proper pesticide and herbicide safety methods.

4. The student will become familiar with IPM (integrated pest management).

Assignments:

Assignments will be posted on the Plant & Soil Science Google Classroom, under the “Assignments” topic of the “Classwork” tab. Please pay attention to all due dates, which will be posted on the assignments along with the instructions for the assignment.

Plant Evaluation

Students will be working on the iCEV BASF Plant Science Certification modules, the lesson plans described below are for the Plant Evaluation module. All components of this module must be completed by no later than 11:59 PM on 2/19/2021.

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Goal:

To learn about the scientific background of plants and the application of their evaluation.

Description:

This presentation includes detailed information about a diverse selection of plants, including anatomy, physiology, reproduction, health and production. The process, steps and applicability of evaluating plants in various settings is detailed in this presentation.

Objectives:

1. To analyze the anatomy and physiology of plants.

2. To evaluate the environmental impacts made on plants.

3. To discuss the physiological disorders impacting plants.

4. To identify diseases affecting plants.

5. To discuss the application of plant evaluation in both urban and agricultural settings.

Plant Nutrition

Students will be working on the iCEV BASF Plant Science Certification modules, the lesson plans described below are for the Plant Nutrition module. All components of this module must be completed by no later than 11:59 PM on 2/12/2021.

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Goal:

To gain an understanding of plant nutrition and the role it plays in production agriculture.

Description:

This presentation discusses the importance and basics of plant nutrition. It identifies plant processes and requirements for proper plant growth, as well as examines nutrients needed by plants and the effects of nutrient deficiencies. Important factors for plant growth and growing techniques are also discussed.

Objectives:

1. To identify functions of plant parts.

2. To evaluate plant processes.

3. To analyze the structure and function of organic molecules in plants.

4. To identify plant growth requirements.

5. To evaluate the needs of soil and water for plants.

6. To identify nutrients and nutrient deficiencies in plants.

7. To evaluate the impact of human activity on ecosystems.

Fundamental Plant Processes

Students will be working on the iCEV BASF Plant Science Certification modules, the lesson plans described below are for the Fundamental Plant Processes module. All components of this module must be completed by no later than 11:59 PM on 1/29/2021.

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Goal:

To understand how processes work in plants and the important role each process plays in plant functions.

Description:

This presentation identifies the importance of plants and describes the functions of plant parts. The cell cycle and plant life cycles are identified as well. It identifies factors which affect plant growth and development such as important nutrients. Plant growth regulators are identified and major plant processes such as photosynthesis, respiration and transpiration are thoroughly discussed.

Objectives:

1. To identify the importance of plants.

2. To discuss the cell cycle.

3. To discuss the plant life cycle.

4. To identify factors which affect plant growth and development.

5. To evaluate the effects of plant growth regulators.

6. To discuss important plant processes.

Students will be working on the iCEV BASF Plant Science Certification modules, the lesson plans described below are for the Anatomy of Plants module. All components of this module must be completed by no later than 11:59 PM on 1/15/2021.

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Goal:

To recognize the different types of plant parts and to understand their functions within the plant.

Description:

This Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation details the anatomy of plants by providing information on plant cell biology and structure. The different cell types and detailed characteristics of a plant cell will be provided. The structure of plants will also be detailed including: roots, stems, flowers, leaves, fruits and seeds.

Objectives:

1. To identify plant structures and functions.

2. To describe the structure of plant cells.

3. To explain the process of reproduction in plants.