Course: Planning of Breeding Programmes (3501-461)

Persons:

• Prof.Dr.Dr Albrecht Melchinger (verantwortlich)

Type of Course:

lecture

In-Class Hours Per Week:

4

Contents:

Planning of plant breeding programs and research projects within the scope of specified topics. Integrating methods from several scientific fields (biometrics, biotechnology, genetics, quantitative genetics, breeding methodology) to develop solutions to current questions in plant breeding. Self-contained studies of the chosen topic along with the review of relevant scientific publications. Elaborating a written proposal document for a scientific research project of the topic. Oral presentation of the developed concepts followed by scientific discussions.

Literature:

Starting literature will be provided according to the topics selected by the students.

Location:

Hohenheim

Remarks:

Self-dependent studies within the scope of specified topics under guidance of the academic instructors. Oral presentation using beamer, chalkboard, overhead transparencies, or slides.

Module:

• 3501-460 Planning of Breeding Programmes (compulsory)

eLearning:

Course in ILIAS