Semester VII
Protected Cultivation
EC 4112 · 4 (3+1) credit hours
Syllabus
Topic-wise syllabus
Elective course. Students choose five electives in Semester VII.
Theory
41 topics · 41 lectures
| No. | Topic | Lectures |
|---|---|---|
| Unit I | ||
| 1 | Introduction, Importance and Scope of Protected Cultivation | 1 |
| 2 | Status of Protected Cultivation – Global Scenario | 1 |
| 3 | Status in India – Trends, Area and Policy Support | 1 |
| 4 | Types of Protected Structures Based on Site Conditions | 1 |
| 5 | Types of Protected Structures Based on Climatic Zones | 1 |
| 6 | Greenhouse and Polyhouse Structures – Comparative Overview | 1 |
| 7 | Cladding Materials – Types and Properties | 1 |
| 8 | Selection Criteria for Cladding Materials Based on Climate and Crop | 1 |
| 9 | Greenhouse design principles – structural components | 1 |
| 10 | Design Considerations for Different Crops and Regions | 1 |
| 11 | Environmental control systems – temperature, humidity, CO2 | 1 |
| 12 | Use of Artificial Lights in Greenhouse Cultivation | 1 |
| 13 | Automation in Protected Cultivation – Sensors and Controls | 1 |
| 14 | Soil Preparation Techniques for Protected Cultivation | 1 |
| Unit II | ||
| 15 | Soil Sterilization and soil health Management | 1 |
| 16 | Substrate Media – Types, Composition and Uses | 1 |
| 17 | Substrate-Based vs Soil-Based Cultivation – Pros & Cons | 1 |
| 18 | Types of Benches and Containers Used in Greenhouses | 1 |
| 19 | Layout Planning for Efficient Use of Space and Inputs | 1 |
| 20 | Irrigation Systems – Drip, Misting and Fogging | 1 |
| 21 | Fertigation – Equipment, Schedule and Nutrient Solutions | 1 |
| 22 | Water and Nutrient Management Best Practices | 1 |
| 23 | Propagation Techniques under Protected Structures | 1 |
| 24 | Quality planting material production – protocols | 1 |
| 25 | Nursery Management under Controlled Conditions | 1 |
| 26 | Hardening and Transplantation Techniques | 1 |
| 27 | Record Keeping and Certification Standards | 1 |
| Unit III | ||
| 28 | Greenhouse Cultivation of Rose and Carnation | 1 |
| 29 | Cultivation of Chrysanthemum, Gerbera, and Orchid | 1 |
| 30 | Anthurium, Lilium, and Tulip Cultivation Techniques | 1 |
| 31 | Greenhouse Cultivation of Tomato and Bell Pepper | 1 |
| 32 | Cucumber, Strawberry and Pot Plant Production | 1 |
| 33 | Scheduling and Crop Calendar for Greenhouse Crops | 1 |
| 34 | Greenhouse Cultivation of Medicinal Plants – Aloe and Ashwagandha | 1 |
| 35 | Aromatic Crops – Lemongrass, Mint and Vetiver under Protection | 1 |
| 36 | Techniques for Off-season Flower Production | 1 |
| 37 | Off-season Vegetable Production – Constraints & Solutions | 1 |
| 38 | Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in Greenhouses | 1 |
| 39 | Disease Management and Preventive Measures | 1 |
| 40 | Biological Control Agents and Their Use | 1 |
| 41 | Postharvest Handling, Grading and Marketing | 1 |
Practical
11 topics
| No. | Topic |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preparation of Protected Structures for Nursery Raising |
| 2 | Raising of Seedlings in Portrays |
| 3 | Transplanting of Portray-Grown Seedlings |
| 4 | Bed Preparation and Direct Planting |
| 5 | Intercultural Operations in Polyhouse |
| 6 | Measurement of Soil pH and EC |
| 7 | Fertilizer Application through Drip System |
| 8 | Operation of Fogging and Misting Systems |
| 9 | Irrigation Scheduling in Protected Structures |
| 10 | Observation and Maintenance of Nursery Records |
| 11 | Visit of the commercially viable protected greenhouse/polyhouse near the district govt./Private sector |
Study material
Notes
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