PLPPM 4800 - [Plant Disease Epidemiology]

Spring. Next offered 2017-2018 (offered alternate years). 3 credits.

Offered distance learning from Ohio State University.

D. Gadoury.

Epidemiology can be considered, quite simply, the study of epidemics. There are several possible definitions of an epidemic. We define an epidemic as the change in disease intensity in a host population over time and space. This course concerns itself with (1) the study of the nature of plant disease epidemics, and (2) the use of mathematical methods to better understand and predict epidemics over time and space.

Outcome 1: Apply knowledge of epidemiology to solve practical challenges of controlling plant diseases.

Outcome 2: Design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data related to the progress of plant diseases through space and time.

Outcome 3: Function on multi-disciplinary teams.

Outcome 4: Identify, formulate, and solve epidemiological problems.

Outcome 5: Communicate principles of epidemiology effectively.

Outcome 6: Understand the impact of epidemiology in a global and societal context of global food security.

Outcome 7: Use the techniques, skills, and modern tools, techniques, and methodology of epidemiology.