Republic of the Philippines
SULTAN KUDARAT STATE UNIVERSITY
College of Teacher Education
ACCESS, EJC Montilla, Tacurong City
First Semester, S.Y. 2023-2024
UNIVERSITY VISION UNIVERSITY OBJECTIVES
A leading University in advancing scholarly innovation, multi-cultural 1. Enhance competency development, commitment, professionalism,
convergence, and responsive public service in a borderless Region. unity and true spirit of service for public accountability, transparency
and delivery of quality services;
2. Provide relevant programs and professional trainings that will respond
UNIVERSITY MISSION to the development needs of the region;
3. Strengthen local and international collaborations and partnerships
The University shall primarily provide advanced instruction and for borderless programs;
professional training in science and technology, agriculture, fisheries, 4. Develop a research culture among faculty and students;
education and other relevant field of studies. It shall also undertake research 5. Develop and promote environmentally-sound and market-driven
and extension services and provide progressive leadership in its areas of knowledge and technologies at par with international standards;
specialization. 6. Promote research-based information and technologies for sustainable
development;
UNIVERSITY GOAL 7. Enhance resource generation and mobilization to sustain financial
viability of the university.
To produce graduates with excellence and dignity in arts, science and
technology.
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PROGRAM OBJECTIVES:
The program aims to produce graduates who can:
1. Demonstrate expertise to undertake advanced multi-disciplinary research in the field of agricultural science and technology, environment and climate
change;
2. Facilitate in the promotion of Science &Technology Agri-Based knowledge and entrepreneurial skills;
3. Provide and manage efficient services in the transfer of technology in the region;
4. Exemplify value-laden attitude in the workplace.
COURSE SYLLABUS
Course Number : CS 601
Course Title : ADVANCED FIELD CROP PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT
Prerequisites :
No. of Units : 3 units (2 hours lecture and 3 hours laboratory – 5 hours/week)
Course Description
Principles and practices underlying the development, evaluation, propagation and management of improved crop plants and the care and management of
plant nurseries.
Learning Outcomes:
At the end of the semester the students must be able to:
1. Discuss the scope, nature and importance of plant breeding, propagation and nursery management in crop improvement and production;
2. Explain the mode of reproduction as it affects breeding methodology and plant propagation and nursery management;
3. Outline the general breeding procedures for self and cross-pollinated crops as well as for apomictic and vegetatively propagated plants;
4. Demonstrate and perform the different plant breeding and nursery management practice;
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THE COURSE SYLLABUS
COURSE NUMBER CS 601
COURSE TITLE Advanced Field Crop Production And Management
COURSE CREDITS 3 units
COURSE HOURS 3 hours per week – 54 hours per semester
PREREQUISITE/S None None
COURSE OBJECTIVES This course aims to provide a comprehensive and advanced understanding of field crop production and management, equipping students with the
knowledge and skills needed for successful and sustainable agricultural practices.
WEE COURSE CONTENT/ STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES ASSESSMENT TASK RESOURCE MATERIALS
K SUBJECT MATTER
1 I. Course Students can explain the VMGO of the University, classroom Self-introduction Student Handbook
Orientation/Introduction policies, course overview, course requirements, and grading Oral recitation Syllabus
SKSU VMGO, system.
Classroom Policies,
Course Overview,
Course Requirements,
and Grading System
1-2 II. Historical Aspects of crop At the end of this topic, students should be able to: Oral recitation PowerPoint Presentation
production a. analyze and describe the chronological evolution of crop
production practices, identifying key historical milestones, Assignments
technological advancements, and shifts in cultivation
III. Classification of Field methods.
Crops b. proficiently classify and identify a variety of field crops based
on botanical characteristics, morphological features, and
genetic attributes.
IV. Seeds and seed quality c. Understand the key factors influencing seed quality, including
germination rates, purity, vigor, and resistance to diseases.
3 V. Crop Ecology: Climate d. analyze the intricate relationships between climate, soil, and Assignments LCD projector/ BB/ White boards /
VI. Crop Ecology: Soil crop ecology. markers/chalk
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4-6 VII. Photosynthesis e. demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the process Oral exam Classroom instructional materials
of photosynthesis, including its molecular mechanisms, the
VIII. Respiration role of pigments, and the factors influencing its efficiency. Group Discussion/ Lecture
f. understand plant respiration, including the biochemical Brainstorming
processes involved, factors influencing respiration rates, and
the significance of respiration in plant growth and
development.
7-8 IX. Crop establishment and g. demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the process Short Term Research LCD projector/ BB/ White boards /
geometry of photosynthesis, including its molecular mechanisms, the markers/chalk
role of pigments, and the factors influencing its efficiency.
X. Weed Management h. design and implement effective weed management
strategies.
9-11 XI. Nutrient Management i. proficiently manage nutrient requirements in agricultural Group Discussion/ Lecture LCD projector/ BB/ White boards /
systems Brainstorming markers/chalk
XII. Irrigation Water j. analyze, plan, and implement efficient irrigation strategies,
Management considering factors like water availability, crop water
requirements, and sustainable water use practices.
XIII. Cropping and Farming k. implement sustainable cropping and farming systems,
Systems and Organic considering factors such as crop rotation, intercropping, and
Farming resource conservation; acquire the knowledge and skills Short-term Research
necessary to implement organic farming practices, including
soil health management, pest control, and certification
requirements, fostering sustainable and environmentally
friendly agricultural systems.
12-15 XIV. Harvesting l. demonstrate proficiency in planning and executing efficient Group Discussion/ Lecture LCD projector/ BB/ White boards /
and timely crop harvesting operations, considering factors Brainstorming markers/chalk
such as crop maturity, machinery utilization, and post-harvest
handling practices.
XV. Precision agriculture: m. gain a solid understanding of precision agriculture concepts
concepts and techniques; and techniques, including the ability to identify and address
their issues and associated issues and concerns, fostering informed and
concerns innovative approaches to modern agricultural practices.
16-18 XVI. Remote sensing: n. acquire the ability to grasp and apply remote sensing Group Discussion/ Lecture LCD projector/ BB/ White boards /
concepts and application concepts in agriculture, enabling them to effectively utilize Brainstorming markers/chalk
in agriculture technology for monitoring, analyzing, and making informed
decisions in farm management practices. Oral recitation
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XVII. Nanotechnology, o. understand the definition, concepts, and techniques of Quizzes
Definition, concepts and nanotechnology as applied in agriculture, equipping them to
Techniques explore and leverage nanoscale innovations for enhanced Discussion/ paper
crop production, nutrient delivery, and sustainable agricultural presentation
practices.
Grading System:
Major Exams - 40%
Laboratory/Reports - 35%
Quizzes/Assignments - 15%
Participation/Attendance - 10%
100%
REFERENCES
Acquaah, G. (2015). "Principles of Crop Production: Theory, Techniques, and Technology."
Singh, G., & Datta, C. S. (2005). "Crop Production and Management."
Donald, L. S., & Pedro, M. A. (Eds.). (2019). "Field Crops Research."
Stafford, J. V. (Ed.). (2019). "Precision Agriculture."
Various research papers from journals like "Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology."
Stafford, J. V. (2015). "Precision Agriculture for Sustainability and Environmental Protection."
Yadav, S. K., Singh, A. K., & Singh, H. B. (Eds.). (2018). "Sustainable Crop Disease Management using Natural Products."
Publications from agricultural extension services, USDA, FAO, and other relevant agricultural departments.
Prepared by: Reviewed by: Approved:
ESTHER S. LANCITA JUNITO P. MARCELINO, PhD MILDRED F. ACCAD, PhD
Faculty Program Chairperon, MAST & PhD-AS Dean, Graduate School
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