AMRUTVAHINI SHETI AND SHIKSHAN VIKAS SANSTHA

SAHAKARMAHARSHI BHAUSAHEB THORAT COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE, AMRUTNAGAR

Tal. Sangamner - 422608, Dist. Ahmednagar, ESTD. 2023

(Affilated to Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri) College Code : 11308

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Department of Plant Pathology

Objective of Department


1. To provide comprehensive understanding and practical skills in microbiology, plant pathology, disease diagnosis, and management techniques.


2. To equip students with knowledge and skills necessary for the identification, prevention, and control of plant diseases through integrated disease management approaches.


3. To cultivate proficiency in the production, application, and utilization of biofertilizers, biocontrol agents and biopesticides for sustainable agriculture practices.


4. To provide practical learning opportunity for students, enabling them to grab skills and knowledge essential for future self-employment in agricultural domain.


5. To encourage research and innovation in the field of plant pathology and related disciplines, contributing to advancements in agricultural sciences and addressing global food security challenges.

Course Offered

Course Offered

Sr. No Semester Course No. Course Title Credits

1

I

MIBO 111

Introductory Microbiology

2 (1+1)

2

II

PATH 121

Fundamentals of Plant Pathology

3 (2+1)

3

III

PATH 232

Principles of Integrated Disease Management

2 (1+1)

4

IV

ELE PATH 243

Bio-fertilizers, Bio-control Agents and Bio-pesticides

3 (2+1)

5

V

PATH 354

Diseases of Field and Horticultural Crops and their Management – I

3 (2+1)

6

VI

PATH 365

Diseases of Field and Horticultural Crops and their Management-II

3 (2+1)

7

VIII

SRP-EL PATH 406

Mushroom Cultivation Technology

10 (0+10)

8

VIII

SRP-EL PATH 407

Biofertilizer Production Technology

10 (0+10)