agr2ags agrostology
AGROSTOLOGY
AGR2AGS
Not currently offered
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
Agrostology is the branch of botany relating to grasses (Poaceae). In this subject, students will build on the concepts previously taught in Turf Management and a sound basis in agrostology for Turf Managers. Key areas taught include grass taxonomy, morphology, identification, basic physiology, genetics and breeding systems, establishment methods, growth habit, performance as a turf species or control as weed species. This subject will underpin later learning in plant physiology, water use and pest control. This subject will allow students to combine theory with practice via field trips and laboratory exercises on grass morphology and systematics, the collection and identification of grasses, and the evaluation of key specific characteristics such as water use rate, herbicide tolerance, growth habit, density, texture and overall turf quality.
SchoolLife Sciences (Pre 2022)
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorPenelope Smith
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
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Capstone subjectNo
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Prerequisites AGR1TM1 and must be admitted into SBATE
Co-requisitesN/A
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Quota Management StrategyN/A
Quota-conditions or rulesN/A
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Learning resources
Turfgrass: Science and Culture
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementPrescribed
AuthorBeard, J.B.
Year1973
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherPrentice-Hall, NJ
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Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
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Total hours/days requiredN/A
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