Instructor(s): Stevan Knezevic
Number of Credit Hours: 1
Estimated time of completion: 40-60 hours Please note that the actual amount of time it takes to complete this module will vary based on the learner's previous background and/or experience with the concepts presented in this module.
Description: This online module is ideal for learners in agronomy, seed, agribusiness, and other agriculture professions who desire a basic understanding of various topics related to weed control. The content will include topics such as the application of integrated weed management, weed control in crops, use of herbicides, discussion of weed thresholds, among other related topics.
Prerequisites: Completion of courses in agronomy or closely related biological sciences.
Registration:
- Register for Introduction to Plant Breeding
- Upon registration and payment of module, learners will be emailed instructions on how to access the module (account creation/login, enrollment key, etc.).
Course Requirements & Materials:
- Technical Requirements: Access to high-speed Internet and email with up-to-date browsers and the ability to view videos (recommended browsers are Firefox, Chrome, and Safari)
- Textbook: No textbook. Readings and materials will be uploaded to the Campus eXtension.
This Course is Ideal For…
- Advanced undergraduate students and graduate students preparing for more intensive/specialized study
- Seed and/or food industry personnel
- Certified professional agronomists, crop consultants, and crop advisers and agriculture/vocational education teachers
- Extension educators, agents, and specialists
- Producers