2023/2024

Modulo di Microbiologia The course aims to provide basic knowledge for microbiology and some technical informations on microbiological management of seed, soil and substrates. The main microbiological traits of some relevant substrates will be specifically presented and the application of beneficial microrganisms on substrates will be discussed. Students will be able to acquire knowledge, skills, and judgmentin different production contests and for nursery. Additional objectives include improving learning abilities and communication skills, specifically the ability to present topics related to the microbiology of interface plant-soilsand substrates using appropriate terminology. Modulo di Substrati The courseaims to introduce the organic, inorganic and syntheticsubstratesector. Students willlearn and acquire knowledge about the requirementsthatcondition the choice of a substrate, the chemical and physicalcharacteristics of substrates, and the mainsubstratesused in horticulture. At the end of the course, studentswill be able to apply the acquired knowledge in different production realities (applying knowledge and understanding), independently and with adequatecriticalability (making judgements). The coursewillpayattention to improvingcommunication skills (communication skills) in variousprofessionalcontexts. Students willacquire skills to promotetheirown self-improvement (learning skills).

No propaedeutics are required

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Definition of substrate. Organic, inorganic and synthetic substrates. Requirements that condition the choice of a substrate. Chemical and physical characteristics. Description of the most important substrates.

Le dispense del Corso
'Colture fuori suolo. Idroponica e coltivazione in substrato' Edagricole. Incrocci, Malorgio, Massa.
‘Florovivaismo: principi e tecniche’ Edagricole. Scariot, De Pascale, Ferrante, Romano.

the course is taught both in person and via streaming, with the value of the course being closely linked to the exercises and the opportunity to carry out practical experiences

Although frequency is optional, it is suggested that you attend the tours and practices.

Oral test. The questions are intended to ascertain the theoretical and practical knowledge shared during the classes.
The final evaluation will consider the knowledge acquired, the ability to connect the topics, and the quality of the exposition. The total lack of knowledge of a topic does not allow to pass the sufficiency threshold.

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