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Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English	Self Study	Video and Text Based

Course Overview

Phyto-pathology which is also referred to as Plant pathology course is concerned with the foundation, biology, significance, gradual deprivation and regulation of different types of plant illness. It encompasses the learning of various living organisms on the face of earth that can cause any sort of illness in plants.

Plant pathology course and Soil Health is concerned with teaching different procedures through which the agents that are originating the disorder are thoroughly known by the candidates. In accordance with the surrounding environment, this course helps the candidates understand the reasons behind these plant diseases and how the health of soil as a natural asset plays a very important role.

This well being of the soil encompasses a number of different concepts of soil tenderness, soil classifications, soil types, the physical, soil fertility, chemical, biological properties of soil and its formation on the surface of earth. This course also deals with different types of pesticide examination.

The Highlights

No-charge education imparted
12 weeks -course period
Easy transfer of credit
Formally recognized by government
Tele Recorded sessions
Top-notch teachers of India for teaching
Seven day assessments
Monitored examinations
Great e-coaching
Downloadable course material

Programme Offerings

Deliberative Forums
Tele-learning
Computerized Learning Notes
Tele Recorded Sessions

Courses and Certificate Fees

Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
yes	Maharani's Science College for Women, Mysore

Eligibility Criteria

Education

Candidates pursuing an undergraduate degree and above can register for the Plant pathology course and Soil Health online program.

Prerequisites for the course: learners must have basic knowledge regarding the subject of bio science.

Certification Qualifying Details

The participants have to comply with an assessment that will consist of 40% mid-term assessment results conducted online and the remainder 60% which will be marked by an end-term monitored assessment.

The allocation of marks for various assessments will be as follows:

One assignment for 20 marks in the 4th quadrant.
Seminars will be conducted in the 4th quadrant for 20 marks.
10 marks allotted for class performance and interaction which will be given at the end-term
A final exam of 50 marks

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What you will learn

Knowledge of Biology

On completion of the Plant pathology course and Soil Health online program, learners would have learned a number of different concepts, as follows:

A number of plant protection devices usage
Analysis of agro ecosystem, pesticides, residues and testing method
Management of pesticide residues in water and its effects on penetration
Effects of pesticide and harmful chemicals on Quality of Human Life
Bionomics and Management of The Medically important Pests
Harmful effects of fertilizers and their residues on the atmosphere
Bacterial, viral illnesses in other plant life

Who it is for

SWAYAM’s Plant pathology and Soil Health online program is suitable for students who are into learning about plant diseases and soil health. It is also recommended for the bio-science graduates who want to add more skills to their resume for better job prospects.

Application Details

For applying for the Plant pathology course and Soil Health online program, participants can follow the simple steps and mentioned and get themselves registered:

Step 1: Press the given below link. This will take the candidates to the SWAYAM’s Plant pathology course and Soil Health program page - https://onlinecourses.swayam2.ac.in/

Step 2: Candidates must remember that if they want to apply for the course they must have themselves registered at the SWAYAM official website too. They can register by clicking on the given link - https://swayam.gov.in.

Step 3: The participants continue the remainder of the procedure when they can see the registration link back on the website, which is currently unavailable.

The Syllabus

Plant pathology
Viral diseases in plants
Bacterial diseases in plants
Fungal diseases in plants

Life Cycles in Insects
Principles and Methods of Pest Control
Pests of Cereal Crops
Pests of Pulses and Sugar Cane

Pests of Oil Seeds and Forage Crops
Insects of Industrial importance
Applied Entomology

Agronomy of Crop Plants
Soil Chemistry and Fertility
Macro and Micro Nutrients
Chemistry of Pesticides

Inorganic Pesticides
Pesticide Formulation
Organophosphorus Pesticides
Pyrethroids and Other Natural Pesticides

Recent Advances in Pest Control
Resistance against Pesticides
Host Plant Resistance
Pesticide Hazards

Penetration and Distribution of Pesticide Residues and their Effects on Quality of Human Life
Pesticide Residues in the Water
Pesticide Residues in the Soil

Analysis of Pesticide Residues and Toxicological Testing Methods
Analysis Techniques involved in Pesticide Analysis
Biotechnology Approaches in Pest Management

Integrated Pest Management
Bio fertilizer
Herbicides
Fungicides

Controlled Release of Pesticides
Fertilizers and their Formulations
Bionomics and Control of The Crop Plants
Bionomics and Management of the Stored Food Crops

Bionomics and Management of The Medically important Pests
Agro Ecosystem Analysis
Analysis of Agrochemicals
Plant Protection Appliances

Instructors

Maharani's Science College for Women, Mysore Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: Is this course available free of cost?

Yes, the learning of Plant pathology and Soil Health course is online and completely free of cost. However, the certification for the same will only be available if candidates give an online exam and pay a certain price as fees.

2: What is the link for the SWAYAM website?

The SWAYAM is an initiative taken by MHRD (Govt. of India). To visit the website of the SWAYAM press this link - https://swayam.gov.in.

3: What does the Plant pathology and Soil Health course consist of?

Plant Pathology and Soil Health course consist of pesticide analysis, soil formulation, bionomics, management of stored food crops and a lot more.

4: What is the course layout for the SWAYAM’s Plant pathology and Soil Health course?

To have a look at the course content select the link - https://onlinecourses.swayam2.ac.in/

5: What is the level of the SWAYAM’s Plant pathology and Soil Health online program?

The level under which SWAYAM’s Plant pathology and Soil Health online program is covered is undergraduate as mentioned on the SWAYAM website.

6: Is there any reference material to study while doing the course?

The Pesticide Book, Plant Pathology. Academic Press, Text Book of Applied Entomology are some of the reference books that the candidates can refer to.

7: Who will be teaching the Plant pathology and Soil Health course?

Plant Pathology and Soil Health course will be taught by Dr. Vindhya K, a renowned faculty member Maharani’s Science College for Women, University of Mysore, Mysuru under the botany department.

8: What is the category of Plant pathology and Soil Health course?

Plant Pathology and Soil Health course is counted under the categories of sciences and bio-engineering as mentioned on the SWAYAM website.

9: What duration is mentioned for the course on the website?

The time duration that is mentioned for this course on the SWAYAM website is 12 weeks as of now where every week is a new learning experience.

10: How many participants have already signed up?

1437 participants in total are already active participants of the course and these participants come from all around the world for this online learning program.