751-5201-10L  Tropical Cropping Systems, Soils and Livelihoods

SemesterAutumn Semester 2021
LecturersJ. Six, K. Benabderrazik
Periodicityyearly recurring course
Language of instructionEnglish
CommentThis course has been restructured due to Covid-19 restrictions, part I (2 CP) takes place in Autumn 2021, part II (3 CP) in Spring 2022, with an excursion/fieldwork. For more information, please contact the lecturer: Link



Courses

NumberTitleHoursLecturers
751-5201-10 GTropical Cropping Systems, Soils and Livelihoods
This has been restructured due to Covid-19 restrictions, the excursion/field work will take place in spring 2022. For more information, please contact the lecturer: Link
2 hrs
Thu08:15-10:00CHN G 22 »
23.09.08:15-10:00CHN E 42 »
J. Six, K. Benabderrazik

Catalogue data

AbstractThis course guides students in analyzing and comprehending tropical agroecosystems. Students gain theoretical knowledge of field methods, diagnostic tools for tropical soils and agroecosystems. Various experts will present their projects and perspectives on various subjects from Food security, Resilience to Soil physics.
ObjectivePart 1
(1) Overview of the major land use systems in Tropical agroecosystems in several contexts Africa
(2) Interdisciplinary analysis of agricultural production systems
(3) Knowledge on methods to assess Food and energy security in tropical agroecosystems

Part 2
(4) Hands-on training on the use of field methods, diagnostic tools and survey methods.
(5) Gain practical knowledge on how to assess Food and Energy Security
(6) Collaboration in international students and stakeholders
ContentPart 1 (Fall semester 2021)
This course guides students in analyzing and comprehending tropical agroecosystems. Students gain theoretical knowledge of field methods, diagnostic tools for tropical soils and agroecosystems. Various experts will present their projects and perspectives on various subjects from Food security, resilience to soil physics or agricultural economics. Students will engage in readings, discussions and exchanges on the specificities of tropical agriculture.

Part 2 (Spring 2022)
On the second module, students gain practical knowledge on field - An integral part of the course is the two-week field project in a Tropical region, meeting several stakeholders of the agricultural and food systems and conducting various assessments related to Food and Energy Security.
Prerequisites / NoticeStudents can only join Part 2 if Part 1 was taken and validated first.
A selection of 20 students for the Part 2 will be done on the basis of several elements. We would require the students enrolled to the class to send a short cover letter (1-page max.) by September 28th 2021, justifying your motivation to enroll to this class.
CompetenciesCompetencies
Subject-specific CompetenciesConcepts and Theoriesassessed
Techniques and Technologiesassessed
Social CompetenciesCommunicationassessed
Cooperation and Teamworkassessed
Self-presentation and Social Influence assessed
Sensitivity to Diversityassessed
Personal CompetenciesAdaptability and Flexibilityassessed
Critical Thinkingassessed
Self-awareness and Self-reflection assessed
Self-direction and Self-management assessed

Performance assessment

Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again)
Performance assessment as a semester course
ECTS credits2 credits
ExaminersJ. Six, K. Benabderrazik
Typeungraded semester performance
Language of examinationEnglish
RepetitionRepetition only possible after re-enrolling for the course unit.

Learning materials

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Groups

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Restrictions

PlacesLimited number of places. Special selection procedure.
Waiting listuntil 08.10.2021
End of registration periodRegistration only possible until 28.09.2021

Offered in

ProgrammeSectionType
Agricultural Sciences MasterProject Management for Scientific ResearchW+Information
Agricultural Sciences MasterDesign, Analysis and Communication of ScienceW+Information
Agricultural Sciences MasterProject Management and Communication of ScienceW+Information
Agricultural Sciences MasterFunctioning of Soil SystemsW+Information
Environmental Sciences MasterMinor in Soil-Plant Relations and Land UseWInformation