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£10.99
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On-Demand course
3 hours 27 minutes
All levels
Are you fascinated by the diversity and potential of plants? Do you want to learn how to improve the quality and yield of crops through scientific methods? Do you want to explore the latest innovations and technologies in plant breeding? If yes, then this Innovations in Plant Breeding Techniques course is for you.
This course will introduce you to the principles and practices of plant breeding. You will learn about the genetic basis of plant variation, the reproductive systems of plants, and the sources of germplasm for breeding. You will also learn how to define breeding objectives, select the best plants, and apply molecular techniques to enhance breeding efficiency. By the end of this course, you will be able to design and implement breeding programs for selected crops, and understand the marketing and societal issues involved in plant breeding.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
Explain the concepts and methods of plant breeding
Analyse the population and quantitative genetic aspects of plant variation
Compare and contrast the different reproductive systems of plants and their implications for breeding
Evaluate and utilise the available germplasm resources for breeding
Formulate and prioritise the breeding objectives for different crops and situations.
Unlimited access to the course for a lifetime.
Opportunity to earn a certificate accredited by the CPD Quality Standards and CIQ after completing this course.
Structured lesson planning in line with industry standards.
Immerse yourself in innovative and captivating course materials and activities.
Assessments designed to evaluate advanced cognitive abilities and skill proficiency.
Flexibility to complete the Course at your own pace, on your own schedule.
Receive full tutor support throughout the week, from Monday to Friday, to enhance your learning experience.
Unlock career resources for CV improvement, interview readiness, and job success.
Students and researchers who want to pursue a career or further studies in plant sciences
Farmers and growers who want to improve their crops and productivity
Breeders and biotechnologists who want to update their knowledge and skills in plant breeding
Educators and extension workers who want to teach and disseminate plant breeding information
Consumers and policymakers who want to understand the benefits and risks of plant breeding.
Plant Breeder: £25,000 - £40,000 per year
Plant Biotechnologist: £30,000 - £50,000 per year
Plant Geneticist: £35,000 - £55,000 per year
Plant Pathologist: £30,000 - £45,000 per year
Seed Production Manager: £25,000 - £35,000 per year
Crop Consultant: £20,000 - £30,000 per year
This Innovations in Plant Breeding Techniques does not require you to have any prior qualifications or experience. You can just enrol and start learning.This Innovations in Plant Breeding Techniques was made by professionals and it is compatible with all PC's, Mac's, tablets and smartphones. You will be able to access the course from anywhere at any time as long as you have a good enough internet connection.
After studying the course materials, there will be a written assignment test which you can take at the end of the course. After successfully passing the test you will be able to claim the pdf certificate for £4.99 Original Hard Copy certificates need to be ordered at an additional cost of £8.
Module 01: Overview of Plant Breeding | |||
Overview of Plant Breeding | 00:16:00 | ||
Module 02: Population and Quantitative Genetic Principles | |||
Population and Quantitative Genetic Principles | 00:18:00 | ||
Module 03: Reproductive Systems in Plant Breeding | |||
Reproductive Systems in Plant Breeding | 00:26:00 | ||
Module 04: Germplasm for Breeding | |||
Germplasm for Breeding | 00:17:00 | ||
Module 05: Breeding Objectives | |||
Breeding Objectives | 00:24:00 | ||
Module 06: Selection Methods in Plant Breeding | |||
Selection Methods in Plant Breeding | 00:23:00 | ||
Module 07: Molecular Breeding | |||
Molecular Breeding | 00:28:00 | ||
Module 08: Marketing and Societal Issues in Breeding | |||
Marketing and Societal Issues in Breeding | 00:22:00 | ||
Module 09: Breeding Selected Crops | |||
Breeding Selected Crops | 00:33:00 |
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