Applied plant anatomy 741


 
Modulekode BOT 741
Kwalifikasie Postgraduate
Fakulteit Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences
Module-inhoud

Theory of plant anatomy, understanding of basic tissue types and arrangement within organs. Evolutionary modifications to the basic anatomy. Introduction to seed anatomy/palynology. Understanding of developmental anatomy – ontogeny of tissues/organs. Advantages/disadvantages of different stains/techniques. Microscopy, including electron microscopy. Ethics and protocols of image manipulation. Practical understanding of tissue preservation, staining and sectioning techniques will be learnt and a portfolio of evidence submitted for assessment.

Modulekrediete 15.00
NQF Level 08
Prerequisites BOT 161 or permission from the Head of Department.
Contact time Block of 4 weeks for lectures with practical compo
Language of tuition Module is presented in English
Department Department of Plant and Soil Sciences
Period of presentation Semester 1 or Semester 2

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