agr1tm1 turf management 1
TURF MANAGEMENT 1
AGR1TM1
2019
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject is designed for students with little or no previous knowledge or practical experience in Turf Management. This subject provides foundation knowledge and a practical introduction to a range of turf cultural tasks such as irrigating, mowing, renovating, fertilizing and pesticide application required in turf management. Pesticide application, including legislation, safety, modes of action and effective application techniques will also be discussed. Students will undertake training in the identification and indications for use of the major turf grasses and the identification and control of common weeds, pests and diseases. The skills and knowledge gained in this subject will provide underpinning knowledge to allow progression to later year subjects in Sports Turf.
SchoolSchool of Life Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorPenelope Smith
Available to Study Abroad StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Exchange StudentsNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must be admitted into SBATE.
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Turfgrass: Science and Culture | Prescribed | Beard, J.B. (1973) | Prentice-Hall, NJ |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Identify the genus and species of the major turfgrasses, weeds, insect pests and fungal diseases for turf management
- Activities:
- Lectures, workshops and practicals on identifying grasses, weeds, insect and disease problems from specimens or photos
02. Select appropriate control methods for a range of pest, disease and weed problems in turf management
- Activities:
- Lectures, reading and on-line activities
03. Demonstrate competence in basic practical turf management skillsILO4: Accurately calculate pesticide rates, soil volumes and fertilizer rates
- Activities:
- Practical sessions
04. Accurately calculate pesticide rates, soil volumes and fertilizer rates
- Activities:
- On-line activities
05. Explain the main uses and advantages and disadvantages of the major turf species
- Activities:
- Lectures
Subject options
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Epping, 2019, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorPenelope Smith
Class requirements
Lecture/WorkshopWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours lecture/workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
"Combination of Face-to-Face and Online."
Laboratory ClassWeek: 10 - 22
One 3.0 hours laboratory class per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
"Combination of Face-to-Face and Online."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Four x identification tests - 2,000-words total (500-words each) | Provide specimens or accurate photos for testing | 40 | 01 |
| Written test (750-words) | Short answer format, closed book test | 20 | 02 |
| Turf equipment practicum (750-words) | Group activities, but individual assessment for competent operation of each piece of equipment | 20 | 03 |
| Written test (750-words) | Closed book written test | 20 | 04, 05 |