Unlock the synergy between engineering prowess and the world of agriculture in our 'Basics of Agriculture for Engineers' course. This comprehensive program is designed to provide engineers, both professionals and students, with a strong foundation in agricultural principles, practices, and technologies.
From the essentials of crop science and soil management to the cutting-edge world of precision agriculture and sustainable farming, this course explores the dynamic interface between engineering innovation and the agricultural sector.
Through engaging lectures, hands-on exercises, and real-world case studies, you'll gain the knowledge and skills needed to address pressing global challenges, from food security to environmental sustainability. Discover how your engineering expertise can play a pivotal role in shaping the future of farming and agribusiness.
Join us on a journey to become well-rounded engineers with a deep understanding of agriculture, ready to pioneer advancements in this vital industry."
This course opens doors to a world where engineering meets agriculture, empowering you to make a meaningful impact in the fields of farming and agritech.
Course Highlights:
1. Soil Science
(A) Definition and Origin of Soil
(B) Rocks and Minerals
(C) Soil Forming Process
(D) Classification of Soil
(E) Physical Properties of Soil
(F) Soil Organic Colloids
(G) Soil Organic Matters
(H) Irrigation Water Quality
(I) Soil Reaction
(J) Essential Plant Nutrients
(K) Inorganic Fertilizers
(L) Methods of Fertilizer Application to Crops
2. Agronomy
(A) Definition and Scope of Agronomy
(B) Classification of Crops
(C) Effect of Weather Parameters on Crop Growth and Development
(D) Tillage and Tilth
(E) Soil-Water Plant Relationship
(F) Weed Management
(G) Cropping Systems
3. Horticulture
(A) Definition and Scope of Horticulture
(B) Planting Methods
(C) Nursery Raising Techniques
(D) Propagation Methods
(E) Training and Pruning
(F) Irrigation Methods and Fertigation
(G) Post Harvest Practices of Horticultural Crops
(H) Management of Orchards
(I) Extraction and Storage of Vegetable (Tomato) Seeds
4. Differentiation Between Agricultural Terms
(A) Soil Fertility and Soil Productivity
(B) Acid Soil and Saline Soil
(C) Saline Soil and Alkaline Soil
(D) Intercropping and Mixed Cropping
(E) Intercropping and Relay Cropping
(F) Mixed Forming and Mixed Cropping
(G) Weather and Climate
(H) Pruning and Training
(I) Grafting and Budding
(J) Irrigation and Fertigation
5. Role of Agricultural Engineering in Agriculture