Page 106 - Handbook PG 20182019

Faculty of Science Postgraduate Booklet, Session 2018/2019

SQG7012 Molecular Techniques in Crop Protection

Molecular techniques used in crop disease and pest diagnosis as well as analysis of genes expression
will be introduced. Potential of molecular biology, genetics and immunology for crop protection will
be reviewed. Gene cloning for disease resistance, genetic manipulation and plant gene
transformation also will be discussed. Lecture is divided into three parts: Introductions to pest and
disease in crops as well as genetic mechanism; molecular techniques in crop protection; current
topics and issues related to molecular approaches in crop protection.

Assessment Methods:
Continuous Assessment: 60%
Final Examination: 40%

Medium of Instruction:
English

Transferable Skills:
Capable to apply current molecular techniques

Humanity Skill:
CTPS7, LL3, EM3

References:
1. Stewart CNJ. 2016. Plant Biotechnology and Genetics: Principles, Techniques, and
Applications. Wiley.
2. Marshal G. 2013. Molecular Biology in Crop Protection. Springer.
3. Jain SM. 2009. Molecular Techniques in Crop Improvement. 2nd ed. Springer.

SQG7013 Pest Management in Organic Farming

Principles of organic crop protection comprising the philosophy and the importance in balancing
biodiversity will be introduced. The various methods of control applied in organic farming for the
major horticultural and agronomic crops will be discussed. Sustainable pest management in organic
farming in particular on current applications and challenges in Malaysia agro-ecosystem will be
emphasized. Issues on organic farming in Malaysia will be reviewed.

Assessment Methods:
Continuous Assessment: 60%
Final Examination: 40%

Medium of Instruction:
English

Transferable Skills:
Apply organic crop protection

Humanity Skill:
CTPS7, TS5, EM3

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