Program Overview

Introduction to Plant Pathology Unit

The Plant Pathology unit, coded as KLA346, focuses on advanced topics of plant disease biology and management. Concepts are illustrated with diseases caused by viral and virus-like agents, phytopathogenic bacteria, and fungi in agricultural and horticultural systems.

Unit Details

• Unit name: Plant Pathology
• Unit code: KLA346
• Credit points: 12.5
• College/School: Sciences and Engineering
• Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture
• Discipline: Agriculture and Food Systems
• Coordinator: Professor Calum Wilson
• Available as an elective: Yes
• Delivered By: University of Tasmania
• Level: Advanced

Sustainable Development Goals

The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Availability

• Location: Hobart, Launceston
• Study period: Semester 1
• Attendance options: On-campus
• Available to: Domestic students, International students

Key Dates

• Study Period: Semester 1
• Start date: 23/2/2026
• Census date: 17/3/2026
• WW date: 20/4/2026
• End date: 14/6/2026

Learning Outcomes

• Outline how plant disease results from epidemiological variables, for selected fungal, bacterial, and viral pathogens
• Explain plant disease assessment and management strategies in agriculture and horticultural systems
• Describe the types of plant-pathogen interactions and consequences for plant disease outcomes
• Demonstrate advanced practical skills in selected topics of plant pathology and communicate scientific information

Fee Information

• Field of Education:
• Commencing Student Contribution: $592.00
• Grandfathered Student Contribution: $592.00
• Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution: Not applicable
• Domestic Full Fee: $3,382.00

Teaching

• Teaching Pattern: On-line learning materials, 1 x 60 min tutorial weekly for 13 weeks, 1 x 3 hr practical weekly for 12 weeks
• Assessment: Disease presentation (15%), Online quizzes (15%), Practical reports (30%), Examination (40%)

Textbooks

• Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.