Key words
Objectives
The student has a deeper understanding in the relation between nutrients and vegetation.
The student knows the importance of artificial and organic fertilisers and their relation with the condition of the soil.
Prerequisites
No basic knowledge required.
Topics
The absorbtion of nutrients by the plant
The function of nutrients
The condition of the soil (connected with pedology )
Artificial fertilisers, organic fertilisers
Exercises are done to calculate the exact quantity of fertiliser and to compare organic fertilisers with artificial fertilisers
Teaching Methods
Lectures
Exercises
Individual presentations
Materials used
Teacher's course
Background information
Scientific & technical literature
Book: "Bemestingsleer in de tuinbouw", H.W. van Pol, Educaboek, The Netherlands
Study guidance
During the lessons and even afterwards, the students can ask questions. Before the exams, a repeated lesson is organised. During the exercises (B-hours) the students are individually guided.
Assessment
Scoring system:
Written examination of A-hours (theory 75%)
Evaluation exercises and individual reports
Permanent evaluation: 25%
Study costs
Course: € 5.00
Excursion: € 10.00
Lecturer(s)
Anna-Maria OP DE BEECK
Language
Dutch
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