Republic of the Philippines

Surigao del Sur State University

Rosario, Tandag City, Surigao del Sur 8300
Telefax No. 086-214-4221
Website: www.sdssu.edu.ph

OUTCOMES-BASED COURSE SYLLABUS IN

CP 1 (PRINCIPLES IN CROP PROTECTION)
1st Semester, A.Y. 2019 – 2020

PHILOSOPHY

SDSSU believes that higher education is an instrument for the improvement of life through democratized access to quality education
in the development of a well-rounded person.
VISION
A leading “glocal” University with widened academic perspectives that focus on attaining food security, supporting poverty alleviation,
developing renewable energy, and conserving natural environment.
MISSION
SDSSU shall provide competency-based higher education training driven by relevant and responsive instruction, research, extension
and sustainable resource management.
Particularly, SDSSU is committed to:

1. Produce competent and skilled graduates prepared for gainful employment;

2. Develop graduates who shall not only foster economic progress but also care for the environment, adhere to positive value system,
and preserve cultural heritage;

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3. Engage in high-impact research for instruction and develop technology for food security and renewable energy;
4. Collaborate with government and non-government agencies to help improve the lives of the marginalized groups; and
5. Promote cooperation/partnership among regional, national, and ASEAN institutions in Higher Education.
 

CORE VALUES
Competence
A combination of observable and measurable knowledge, skills, abilities, and personal attributes that contribute to enhance
SDSSU employee and student performance and ultimately result in organizational success.
Accountability
Responsibility for own actions, decisions and commitment to accomplish work in an ethical, efficient, cost-effective and
transparent manner manifesting the value of sound stewardship in the wise use of resources for common good.
Responsiveness
A prompt action, consistent communication, quality information, and a focus on providing a superior experience to stakeholders.
Excellence
The quality spectrum at exceptional levels demonstrated by learning outcomes and the development of shared culture of quality
consistent with the vision, mission and goals of University.
Service
Dedication for a continuous improvement of services, stakeholder’s relationships and partnership which stresses
interdependence and collaboration for a sustainable success of clients and their communities in helping build a just, peaceful,
stable and progressive Filipino nation.

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SDSSU CARES…
These core values are not descriptions of the work we do, nor the strategies we employ to accomplish our University vision.
They are the core values that underlie our works and interactions as we internalize responsibilities to fulfil our mission. They are
the basic elements of how we go about our work and how we deal with stakeholders, molds students to become competent,
innovative, globally competitive and service-oriented.
 Program Goals :
1. Provide quality and relevant education and training within the reach of low-income members of the society.
2. To provide students with entrepreneurial skills and trainings in the field of agri- business, commercial sciences, Information
technology and allied
courses.
3. To produce graduates equipped with the necessary values, attitudes, knowledge and skills.
Institutional Intended Learning Outcomes :
Program Intended Learning Outcomes :
a. Discuss the latest developments in the specific field of practice. (PQF level 6 descriptor)
b. Communicate effectively using both English and Filipino, orally and in writing
c. Work effectively and independently in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams. (PQF level 6 descriptor)
d. Exemplify professional, social, and ethical responsibility
e. Preserve and promote “Filipino historical and cultural heritage” (based on RA 77220
Common to Agriculture, Forestry and Fishery Programs
a) Demonstrate broad and coherent knowledge and understanding in the core areas of agriculture, forestry and fisheries.
b) Apply critical methods in increasing agri-aqua silvi pastural production and renewable energy generation through an ecologically
sound environment.
c) Interpret relevant scientific data and make a judgment that includes technical, relevant findings and ethical issues.
d) Design and perform safe and responsible techniques and procedures in laboratory or field practices.
e) Appreciate the limitations and implications of science in everyday life.

Specific Program Outcomes to BAT Program

a. Exhibit comprehensive knowledge of various learning areas in Bachelor of Agricultural Technology curriculum
b. Execute techniques, skills and utilize modern tools necessary for agricultural activities
c. Create and implement assessment tools and procedures to measure learning outcomes for technical expertise and production.
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COURSE INFORMATION
Course Title : Principles in Crop Protection
No of Units : 3 units
Pre-requisite : Crop Protection 2
Co-requisite : None
Contact Hours : 2 hours lecture 3 hours laboratory every week for 18 weeks or 90 hours in a semester
Course Description:

This 3-unit course is intended for first year agriculture students introduces to students the principles in crop protection including in the
field of entomology, weed science and plant pathology including the history, i dentification and classification of arthropods, types of weeds and
diseases and its biology and ecology of different pests and their natural enemies. To this end, the course provides an overview of the various fields
in crop protection comprising the signs and symptoms of diseases, and diagnosis of plant diseases.

Course Objectives

1. Understand and demonstrate the basic concepts, principles and philosophy of pest management with emphasis on the biological
information about pests and their complexity in the total ecosystem which are used as guides in formulating safe, ecologically sound, and
economical pest management programs; and

2. Analyze pest situations in the field and the factors responsible for pest development, establishment and survival.

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

CLO1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding in the basic concepts, principles and philosophy of pest management with
emphasis on the biological information about pests and their complexity in the total ecosystem which are used as guides in formulating safe,
ecologically sound, and economical pest management programs;
CLO 2. Analyze pest situations in the field and the factors responsible for pest development, establishment and survival.
Learning Topic Methodology Assessment Value Rema

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 Outcomes Integration
Weeks 1-2: Introduction
1. Introduce self to SDSSU VMGO, Classroom Policies, Course Lecture/Student Activity: Quiz Respect,
classmates and Overview, Course Requirements, Grading System 1. Classroom sharing (Introductions) Graded recitation cooperation,
teachers (CLO 1, 2.1a, 1.3i) 2. Memorized the VMG of the university. Reports loyalty,
2. List 3. Adapted the percentage of each Paper and Pen Test orderliness,
expectations for category in the grading system and integrity
the course 4. Internalized the policies and house
3. Recall course rules.
rules 5. To inform the students on what are the
laboratory activities to be performed in
the following weeks.
Understanding the A. World population and food supply. Lecture/Student Activity:
relationship of B. Role of Crop protection in increasing food supply 1. Present a graph showing the world Graded recitation Appreciation
world population C. Definition of Pest (s) population and food supply. Quiz and giving
and food supply D. Economic importance of pests. 2. Define pests and illustrate the roles of Farm/laboratory importance to
crop protection in increasing food supply. visits the role of
3. Present video related to economic cropprotectioni
importance of pests. sts.

Weeks 3-5: Principles of Entomology

Study and learn the 1. Definition of Entomology. Lecture/discussion Laboratory, quiz, Cooperation,
principles, 2. History of Entomology 1. Define entomology drawing, ppt and unity, strong
structures and 3. Distinguishing Characteristics of Insects. 2. Present in chronological data the videos, insect work ethics,
characteristics of 4. General Structures of Insects. history of entomology collection perserverance
arthropods. 5. Tagmosis and Body Wall 3. Discuss using illustration of general and awareness
5.1. Insect Integuments/Exoskeleton structures of insects and its
5.2. Head characteristics.
5.3. Mouthparts 4. Present video on Locomotory
5.4. Antennae appendages and metamorphosis of
5.5. Eyes insects.

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Identify the Lo 6. Locomotory appendages
comotory 6.1. Legs
appendages, 6.2. Wings
Metamorphosis, 6.3. Abdomen
classification and 7. Metamorphosis of Insects
identification and 7.1. Types of Metamorphosis
common insect 7.2. Stages of Metamorphosis
pests of major crops 7.3. Types of Pupa
in the Philippines 7.4. Reproduction in Insects
(CLO1 , CLO2, 2.1a, 1.2f,1.2g,1.3h,1.3i)

8.Classification and Indentification of Insects 5. Discuss the taxonomical classification Collection of Perseverance,
8.1. Classification and identification of isects. insects, patience, unity
8.2. Nomenclature 6. Memorize the common insect pests of identification of
8.3. Identification major crops in the Philippines; coconut, insects from family
8.4. Taxonomy vegetables, corn, durian, stored products down to species,
9. Common Insect Pests of Major Crops in the and cereals. Taxonomic keys
Philippines (optional depending
9.1. Coconut on the availability),
9.2. Vegetables Laboratory, quiz,
9.3. Corn drawing, ppt and
9.4. Durian videos
9.5. Stored Products
9.6. Cereals
(CLO1 , CLO2, 2.1a, 1.2f,1.2g,1.3h,1.3i)

Concepts of Pests 10.1.Classification of Pests Lecture/discussion/Student Activity Ppt, videos, Patience,

10.1.1. Classification based on origin 1.Present and discuss how pests are laminated print- dedication,
10.1.2. Classification based on abundance or being classified based on; origin, out, quizzes and unity, and
number abundance ornumber, insect pestsin drawing/laboratory coordination
10.1.3. Classification of Insect Pests in Storage storage, and feeding habits activities
10.1.3.1. According to number
10.1.3.2. According to capacity to infest Sound
Kernel

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 10.1.3.3. Kinds of Insect Damage
10.1.3.3.1. Direct damage
10.1.3.3.2. Indirect damage
10.1.4. Classification of insect based on
feeding habit
10.1.4.1. Phytophagous insects
10.1.4.2. Saprophagous
10.1.4.3. Mycetophagous
10.1.4.4. Zoophagous
(CLO1 , CLO2, 2.1a, 1.2f,1.2g,1.3h,1.3i)

Pesticides 11. Pesticides Calculation and Calibration of Lecture/discussion/Student Activity Quiz, actual Coordination,
Calculation and Application Equipment 1. Present in the class the basic of calibration of Unity,
Calibration of 11.1. Calibration of Application Equipment conversion of units and formulae to be knapsack sprayer, appreciation of
Application 11.2. Pesticide Calculations applied in pesticide calculation collection of pesticide
Equipment (CLO1 , CLO2, 2.1a, 1.2f,1.2g,1.3h,1.3i) 2. Demonstrate calibration of equipment pesticide labels and calculation and
for pesticide application. memorizingactive calibration
ingredients
Week 6-11. Principles in Weeds Science
Concepts of a Weeds 4. Advantages/Benefits from weeds Lecture/discussion/Student Activity Video Appreciation of
and Characteristics of a 5. Disadvantages/Harmful Effects presentation of the topics,
weed 6. Classification of Weeds 1. Discuss in the class the advantages advantages and patience,
6.1. Based on outward appearance or gross and disadvantages of weeds, how weeds disadvantages strong work
morphology are being classified, its morphology, of weeds, ppt, ethics, and
6.1.1. Grasses maturity, manner of reproduction, habit of Actual collection unity.
6.1.2. Sedges stem growth, habitat, and floral structures of weeds
6.1.3. Broadleaves of weeds. (Grass, sedges
6.2. Based on Maturity Period or Life Cycle and broadleaf),
6.2.1. Annual Weed Identification of
6.2.2. Perennial weed weed species,
6.3. Based on Manner of Reproduction Identifying the
6.3.1. Sexual weed gross
6.3.2. Asexual weed morphology,
6.3.2.1. Rhizome manner of

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 6.3.2.2. Stolon reproduction
6.3.2.3. Tuber and floral
6.3.2.4. Off-shoot structure
6.4. Based on habit of stem growth
6.5. Based on habit or place for preferred
growth
6.6. Based on the Inflorescence or Floral
Structure of the Plant
(CLO 1, 1.3h,1.3i)
Establishment of Weeds 7.1. Viability of Weed Seeds Lecture/discussion/Student Activity Ppt, pdf, and video Appreciation of
7.2. Dormancy of different tests in the topics,
7.2.1 Mechanisms of Dormancy 1. Present the establishment of weeds; Weed seeds viability patience,
7.2.2. Ways of Breaking Dormancy viability, dormancy and germination. and Seed dedication,
8. Seed Germination germination and its unity, and
8.1. Steps Involved in Seed Germination 2. Discuss the mechanisms of dormancy, metabolic steps, coordination
8.1.1. Imbibition steps in germination, factors affecting and laboratory in
8.1.2. Period of Rapid Metabolic Activity weed gemination, seedling growth and crop-weed
8.1.3. Emergence of root development. competition and
8.1.4. Emergence of Shoot weed seed reserve.
8.1.5. Period of idependent growth 3. Differetiate seedling form vs. mature
9. Factors Affecting Weed Germination form and its development, crop-weed
9.1. Environment competition, physiological basis for plant
9.2. Cultural Factors comptetition, allelophatic substance,
10. Seedling Growth and Development methods and techniques in weed
10.1. Seedling Form Vs. Mature Form management .
10.2. Factors Affecting Seedling Growth and
Development 4. Midterm essay
10.2.1. Soil Factors
10.2.2. Ligth 5. Midterm presentationof weed-seed
10.2.3. Adaptation to Growing Condition reserve
10.2.4. Competitive Power of the Weed
(CLO 1, 1.3h,1.3i)
11. Crop-weed Competition
12. Major Factors for Competition

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 12.1. Competition for nutrients
12.2. Competition for Water
12.3. Competition for light
13. Physiological Basis for Plant Comptetition
14. Allelophaty
15. Classification of Allelopathic Substance
15.1. Antibiotic
15.2. Marasmin
15.3. Phytoncide
15.4. Koline
16. Methods and Techniques in Weed
Management
16.1. Prevented Methods
16.2. Physical/Cultural Methods
16.3. Biological Control
16.4. Chemical Control
17. Pointers in the Proper Use of Herbicides
(CLO 1, 1.3h,1.3i)
Week 12-15. Principles in Plant Pathology
Study and learn 1. Plant Pathology Lecture/discussion/Student Lectures using Ppt, pdf, Appreciation of
the principles 1.1. Etymology of Pathology Activity and videos on principles the topics,
and 1.2. Definition of Phytopathology and characteristics of plant patience,
characteristics of 1.3. The Science and Art of Plant Pathology 1. Present the principles and pathogens, losses and dedication,
plant pathogens 1.4. The Raison d’etre and Ultimate Objective characteristics of plant pathogens. terminologies. unity, and
of Plant Pathology coordination
1.5. The Economic Importance of Plant 2. Online defense
Diseases
1.6. Examples of Losses in the Philippines 3. Discuss thorouhly the economic
1.7. Types of Crop Losses importance of plant diseases,
2. Historical Development of Plant Pathology losses of plant diseases, types of
2.1. Pre-scientific Period losses, historical development of
2.2. Beginnings and Advances in Scientific plant pathology and common
2.3. Development of Plant Pathology in the terminologies in plant pathology.
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 3. Concepts of Plant Disease
3.1. Definition of Disease
3.2. Disease Vs. Injury
3.3. Salient Points in most of the Definitions of
Disease
(CLO 1, 1.2g,1.3h,1.3i)
Week 16-18. Definitions, Terminology in Plant Pathology and Plant Disease Diagnosis
1. Definitions and Terminology in Plant Lecture/discussion Ppt, pdf, and videos Appreciation of
Pathology the terminology
2. Requisites for Disease : Disease Triangle Group Report in plant
(CLO 1, 2.1a, 1.2f,1.2g, 1.3h, 1.3i) pathology
3. Symptoms of Plant Disease Lecture/discussion/Student Lectures using Ppt, pdf, Appreciation of
3.1. Primary vs. Secondary symptoms Activity and videos on the the topics,
3.2. Localized Vs. Systemic symptoms definitions, terminology in patience,
3.3. Histological vs. Morphological Symptoms 1. Discuss the symptoms of plant plant pathology and plant dedication,
3.4. Plesionecrotic symptoms vs. Necrotic diseases, primary and secondary disease diagnosis. unity, and
symptoms symptoms, localized and systemic coordination
3.5. General Classification of Symptoms symptoms, histological and
3.5.1. Hypoplastic Symptoms morphological symptoms,
3.5.2. Hyperplastic Symptoms plesionecrotic and necrotic
3.6. Specific Symptoms and Their Description symptoms and signs of plant
pathogens
4. Signs Lecture/discussion Lectures using Ppt, pdf, Appreciation of
4.1. Categories of Signs and videos on signs and the topics,
4.1.1. Reproductive structure Discussion of film on the signs of its categories. patience,
4.1.2. Disease Products pathogens and its categories. dedication,
4.1.3. Reproductive Structure unity, and
4.2. Vegetative Structures Synthesis paper on pdf of signs of coordination
4.3. Reproductive Structures pathogens and its categories.
4.4. Disease Products
(CLO 1, 2.1a, 1.2f,1.2g, 1.3h, 1.3i)
Understand the concept, 5. Plant Disease Diagnosis Lecture with facilitated group Lectures using Ppt, pdf, Appreciation of
strategies and practices 5.1. Plant Problem Diagnosis: Preliminary discussion; laboratory exposure, and videos on plant the topics,

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of Integrated Pests Considerations film showing and reading disease diagnosis, patience,
Management as a 5.2. Plant Problem Diagnosis Steps assignments on plant disease preliminary considerations, dedication,
response to pest attack 5.2.1. Consider the Possible Agents diagnosis koch’s rules of proof of unity, and
5.2.2. Consult Literature Resources for pathogenicity. coordination
Possible Diseases and Disorders.
5.2.3. Investigate Symptom Progression
5.2.4. Ask questions
5.2.5. Observe Patterns
5.2.6. Review of Cultural Practices
5.2.7. Review of Environmental Conditions
5.2.8. Check Host Specificity
5.2.9. Check for Symptoms and Signs
5.2.10. Identify and Classify Symptoms
5.2.11. Identify Plant Parts Affected
5.2.12. Laboratory Examination and Testing
5.2.13. Investigate Pathogenicity
5.2.13.1. Koch’s Rules of Proof of
Pathogenicity
5.2.14. Final Diagnosis
5.2.15. Develop Control Recommendation and
Present to Grower
(CLO 1, 2.1a, 1.2f,1.2g, 1.3h, 1.3i)

CLO 2. Analyze pest situations in the field and the factors responsible for pest development, establishment and survival.
CLO 3. Demonstrate knowledge in diagnosing plant diseases in the filed.
CLO 4. Formulating guidelines for safety, ecological and economical pest management program.
1. Knowledge/Competencies
Program Intended Learning Outcomes :
a. Exhibit comprehensive knowledge of various learning areas in Bachelor of Agricultural Technology curriculum
b. Execute techniques, skills and utilize modern tools necessary for agricultural activities
c. Create and implement assessment tools and procedures to measure learning outcomes for technical expertise and production.

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GRADING SYSTEM:
Class Standing 30%
Quizzes - 5%
Recitation - 10%
Attendance - 10%
Assignment - 5%
Exam (Prelim, Midterm,Prefinal,& Final) 30%
Requirement 40%
TOTAL 100%

(Rubrics if necessary)

Date Revised /prepared : August 1, 2019

Effective : August 5, 2019

PRINCIPLES IN CROP PROTECTION Required Readings and Other Materials

Textbook:

Agrios, George N. (2005). Plant Pathology 5th Edition. Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data. Elsevier Academic Press Publications. Retrieved at
www.books.elsevier.com.
Buladaco, M. S. (2016). Licensure Examination in Agriculture Reviewer (Lecture Manual and Review Questions). Retrieved October 10, 2018, from Green Empire
Knowledge bank: www.facebook.com/GEKnowledgeBank
Corey, Frederick M., Ballantes, Myrna G., Bugayong, Perla L., and Nillama, Nora C. (2018). Approaches and Practices in Pest Management (Entomology) Manual.
Department of Entomology, College of Agriculture, Central Mindanao University (CMU). University Town, Musuan, Bukidnon.
Murphy, F. (2017). Crop protection and Management. (F. Murphy, Ed.) New York, USA: larsen and Keller Education 5 Penn Plaza, 19th Floor, New York, NY 10001,
USA.

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Trivedi, P. (2015). Plant Pathology: Problems and Progress. (P. Trivedi, Ed.) Chaura Rasta: Pointer Publishers Jaipur 807, Vyas Building, Chaura Rasta 302 003 (Raj.)
India.
United States Bureau of the Census (2016). World Population and Food Supply.

Webb, T. (2017). Plant Pathology. New York: Larsen and Keller Education, 5 Penn Plaza, 19th Floor, New York, NY 10001, USA.

Williamson, M., Riley, M. and O. Maloy. 2006. National Plant Diagnostic Network First Detector Training.NPDN Publication No. 0013. The Plant Health Instructor.
DOI:10.1094/PHI-I-2002-1021-01. Used by permission of the American Phytopathological Society

Other Reading materials

Aceres, L. V. (2014). Lecture Hand-out in Principles of Entomology. University of Southeastern Philippines Tagum-Mabini Campus, College of Agriculture and Related
Sciences. Tagum City: USeP Tagum-Mabini Campus.
Dionio, Belly T. (2018). Lecture hand-out in Plant Pathology during Agriculturists Licensure Examination (ALE) Review . University of Southeastern Philippines-Tagum-
Mabini Campus, Apokon, Tagum City.
Juruena, Merlina H. (2018). Lecture hand-out in Advance Plant Disease Management. Flying Professor of University of Southeastern Philippines Tagum-Mabini
Campus, Apokon, Tagum City, Davao del Norte, Philippines.
Ubaub, Leslie T. (2017). Lecture Hand-out in Crop Protection. Professor. Visayas State University(VSU), Baybay, Leyte, Philippines

Ugay, Vergie P. (2017). Lecture hand-out in Advance Plant Disease Management (lecture). Professor VI. University of Southeastern Philippines-Tagum-Mabini Campus,
Apokon, Tagum City.

Prepared by: Reviewed by:

JESRYL B. PAULITE,MS CYNTHIA S. ALVEZ,PhD

Assistant Professor III Program Coordinator
Date: ____________ Date: ___________

MARITES G. POLIZON, PhD

Assistant Campus Director
Date:___________________

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 Recommending Approval:

EVELYN T. BAGOOD, EdD

Director, Curriculum and Development
Date: ____________

Approved by:

CYNTHIA S. ALVEZ,PhD
Dean, College of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry
Date: __________

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