M.Cp.0006 Pesticides I: Mode of Action and Application Techniques, Resistance to Pesticides (6 ECTS /4 SWS)

Coordinator
Prof. Dr. A. v. Tiedemann
Department of Crop Sciences, Division of Plant Pathology and Plant Protection/Entomology
Language
English
Type of instruction/contact hours
Lecture and excursion
Frequency and duration
WiSe / one semester
Instructors
Prof.Dr. A.v.Tiedemann, Prof. M. Rostas, Dr. R. Dücker

Contents
Mode of action of pesticides (fungicides, insecticides, acaricides, herbicides ).The main chemical compounds, application techniques and technologies for control of diseases, pests and weeds will be discussed as well as the development of resistance to pesticides, understanding resistance and designing resistance management strategies.

Objectives
Knowledge of pesticide compounds used in agriculture, their mode of action and application techniques; understanding resistance and designing resistance management strategies.

Examination
Written exam 90 minutes

Number of students
30