Plant Science II: Plant Function

Biology

Explore the essential features of plant function and understand the practical implications of plant physiological processes.

NZ$1,171

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(15 Credits)


In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

Lincoln University, Lincoln

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Discuss key principles of plant function

Understand and articulate the basic functional processes in plants.

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Understand plant water relations

Describe and analyze how plants manage water for survival and growth.

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Explain photosynthesis and metabolism

Explain core photosynthetic and metabolic processes in plants.

What You're Signing Up For

This course examines key principles of plant functioning, covering topics such as water relations, photosynthesis, metabolism, crop physiology, plant growth regulation, and molecular biology in plants. Students will learn to apply physiological principles in a practical context for the analysis of plant function.

Course Content

  • Key principles of plant function
  • Plant water relations
  • Photosynthesis and metabolism
  • Crop physiology
  • Regulation of plant growth
  • Plant molecular biology
  • Practical analysis of plant function

What you need to know first

Biology, BIOS-109

Horticultural Science, HORT-106

Plant Science I, PLSC-104

Biological Sciences, BIOS-110

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Plant Science

  • Biological Sciences

  • Agriculture

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Plant physiologist

  • Agricultural scientist

  • Research technician

  • Biologist