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College of Agriculture & Consumer Sciences - University of GhanaB.Sc Agriculture [Crop Science]DurationCampusAwarding Faculty4 yearsLegon CampusCACSOverviewCrop Science is concerned with the application ofbiological, chemical and physical principles to cropsand cropping systems for conversion into food, feed,pharmaceuticals and ornamental commodities.and climate concerns also limit crop production inmany areas. Research and innovation is thereforea constant area of focus in Crop Science. Recentinnovations involve biotechnology and production ofbio-fuels. Biotechnology is being used to manipulatethe genetic material of plants and crops, attemptingto make them more productive or resistant todisease. Bio-fuels are manufactured from agriculturalderivates such as turning crops into energy sources.A typical example is ethanol, produced from maize.AssessmentStudents are assessed through a combination ofassignments, examinations and projects.Crop Science examines agronomic crop plants, theirgrowth habits and their genetic improvement. Italso considers the techniques to enhance a plant’sability to convert sunlight into usable energy, fightoff diseases and insects, and produce crops that areeconomically and environmentally sustainable.In addition to teaching and research, specialists inCrop Science offer their expertise in agrichemical,seed, grain, nursery and food processing companies.Others work as private farmers or professionalconsultants.Aims and Objectives• Demonstrate an understanding of the biologyof plants in their environment and the variousfunctions of plants for people and animals,based on such knowledge as plant physiology,morphology and taxonomy, biochemistry, organicand physical chemistry, statistics, plant breedingand genetics.• Ability to apply the knowledge of the role ofnatural resources and environmental factors onplant and agro-system development for open andprotected plant production systems.• Demonstrate appreciable knowledge of theimportance of ensuring good environment, highfood security (quality and quantity) and maintainingbiodiversity.• Ability to work with and solve problems connectedto crops, crop production, and environment.• Ability to collect data [simple measurements infield and laboratory], calculate (simple statisticanalysis) and inform about the results.Industry/Global TrendsOn a global scale, the production of adequate andaccessible food is a considerable challenge. Asidecropping system and technology, environmentEntry RequirementsSee General Admission Requirements andProcedures pages.Tuition MethodsClass discussion, Note dictation, Practical SessionsCareer ProspectsCareer opportunities in Crop Science include theunder listed:• Agronomist• Crop breeder/biochemist• Chemical/fertiliser specialist• Crop production specialists/manager• Crop marketing specialist/manager• Extension agent• Seed production specialist/technologist• Weed scientist72 2013/2014 Univeresity of Ghana Prospectus
B.Sc Agriculture [Postharvest Technology]DurationCampusAwarding Faculty4 yearsLegon CampusCACSOverviewPost-harvest technology deals with the scienceapplied to agricultural produce after harvest for thepurpose of preservation, conservation, processing,packaging, storage, distribution and marketingto meet the food and nutritional requirements ofconsumers.College of Agriculture & Consumer Sciences - University of GhanaNutsuglo Richmond ZissuBSc Agricultural Science, Level 300Agricultural science demands a lot of time andhard work but it has always been fun for mewhen working on plants so I love what I amdoing.The university campus is like a whole world onits own. It is filled with lots of fun such that onecould be swayed away from academic works.Nevertheless blending the extra-curricular activitieswith academic work is very rewarding. I playbasketball after lectures and go for mid-week Masson Wednesday nights just to mention a few.There are lots of benefits one can get frombeing part of this community. You can networkwith colleagues, mingle with intellectuals andexperience the multicultural friendliness of peoplecoming from different cultures and beliefs.I believe I am getting all the skills and knowledgeneeded for life right here on this campus.Post-harvest technology ensures the quality ofperishables while improving the sustainability ofthe fresh chain. This is achieved through the useof optimum harvest factors, reduction of losses inhandling, packaging, transportation and controlledatmosphere (CA) storage with modern infrastructureand processing into a wide variety of products. Postharvesttechnology is fundamental to achieving foodsufficiency by avoiding losses and provision of qualityfood and nutrition as well as more raw materials forprocessing, thus ensuring better returns to farmers.Experts who work in post-harvest technology applyan interdisciplinary approach which includes scientificcreativity, technological innovation and commercialentrepreneurship.Aims and Objectives• A solid foundation in the techniques used inpost harvest technology and the underlyingmechanisms which determine and limit thesetechniques.• The ability to integrate knowledge acquired acrossfunctional areas and disciplines in crop science,horticulture, biotechnology and post harvestphysiology.• Ability to describe the nature and causesof postharvest diseases, disorders and pestincidence.• Develop skills in the diagnosis of postharvestdiseases, disorders and pests, and the ability toimplement control measures to rectify them.• Devise means to add value to agricultural producethrough appropriate postharvest techniques.Industry/Global TrendsThere is considerable interest in the developmentof new or improved post-harvest storage and food-2013/2014 Univeresity of Ghana Prospectus 73
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