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.

Hydroponics

Students will be working on the iCEV BASF Plant Science Certification modules, the lesson plans described below are for the Hydroponics module. All components of this module must be completed by no later than 11:59 PM on 3/12/2021.

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Goal:

To learn about the scientific background of production plants and the application of hydroponic techniques to improve upon production in various environments.

Description:

This presentation includes information about various hydroponic techniques which improve the rate and quality of growth in a variety of plant species. The diversified aspects of hydroponic production methods are detailed including the process of growing plants, systems and techniques available as well as which plants are suited to grow in a hydroponic environment.

Objectives:

1. To analyze the process of growing plants using hydroponics.

2. To identify hydroponic systems and techniques.

3. To evaluate various plants grown hydroponically.

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 Genetics

Students will be working on the iCEV BASF Plant Science Certification modules, the lesson plans described below are for the Plant Genetics module. All components of this module must be completed by no later than 11:59 PM on 2/5/2021.

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Goal:

To gain an understanding of terms, technologies and applications of plant genetics.

Description:

This presentation discusses the importance and basics of plant genetics. It identifies plant cell characteristics and functions as well as plant cell processes. It discusses the use of plant genetics and technologies for the advancement of production agriculture.

Objectives:

1. To identify the process of cell reproduction and growth.

2. To evaluate the importance of DNA in plant cells.

3. To discuss terms related to plant genetics.

4. To evaluate cell structures and functions.

5. To identify the history and use of plant breeding.

6. To discuss technologies used in agricultural plants.

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.