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COP111Management Sciences2 Unitsbeginner

Introduction To Cooperatives

This course introduces fundamental principles of agriculture, applying them to practical farm activities and production. It explores agriculture's socio-economic importance, enhancing rural living standards and contributing to Nigeria's economy. Topics include traditional and modern agricultural practices, land tenure systems, and factors affecting agricultural production. Students will gain insight into agricultural extension practices, soil types, and crop suitability, equipping them with essential knowledge for agricultural development and food production.

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208h
Study Time
13
Weeks
16h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
AgricultureAgricultural DevelopmentFarming SystemsCrop ProductionSoil Science

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Beginner Level
Perfect for newcomers to the field
35%
beginner
📚
Math Level
No Math
🔬
Learning Type
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Introduction to Agriculture

2

Agricultural Development

3

Farming Systems

4

Agricultural Extension Services

5

Environmental Factors in Agriculture

6

Soil Science

7

Crop Identification

8

Common Food Crops

9

Vegetable Crops

10

Root Crops

Total Topics10 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Farm Manager

Apply your skills in this growing field

Agricultural Extension Officer

Apply your skills in this growing field

Agronomist

Apply your skills in this growing field

Soil Scientist

Apply your skills in this growing field

Crop Production Specialist

Apply your skills in this growing field

Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

FarmingAgricultural ResearchAgricultural Extension ServicesFood ProductionEnvironmental Management

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1:

6h

Unit 1: Introduction to Agriculture

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Introduction to Agriculture, focusing on the origin, meaning, scope, and importance of agriculture.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercises to reinforce understanding of key concepts.

Unit 2: Agricultural Development

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: Agricultural Development, focusing on the concept of agricultural development and the role of science and technology.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercises to reinforce understanding of key concepts.
Week
2

Module 1:

6h

Unit 3: Essentials of Agricultural Development

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 3: Essentials of Agricultural Development, focusing on the factors responsible for agricultural development.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercises to reinforce understanding of key concepts.

Unit 4: Problems of Agricultural Development

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 4: Problems of Agricultural Development, focusing on the problems militating against agricultural development and possible solutions.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercises to reinforce understanding of key concepts.
Week
3

Module 1:

4h

Unit 5: Land Use System in Nigeria

4 study hours
  • •Read Unit 5: Land Use System in Nigeria, focusing on land tenure systems and government laws on land use.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercises to reinforce understanding of key concepts.
Week
4

Module 2:

4h

Unit 1: Methods of Farming in Nigeria

4 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Methods of Farming in Nigeria, focusing on hunting and gathering, subsistence farming, cash crop production and commercial agriculture.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercises to reinforce understanding of key concepts.
Week
5

Module 2:

4h

Unit 2: Importance of Research in Agriculture

4 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: Importance of Research in Agriculture, focusing on the definition of research, research institutes and applied research.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercises to reinforce understanding of key concepts.
Week
6

Module 2:

4h

Unit 3: Agricultural Systems

4 study hours
  • •Read Unit 3: Agricultural Systems, focusing on shifting cultivation, land rotation, mixed farming and bush fallow.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercises to reinforce understanding of key concepts.
Week
7

Module 2:

4h

Unit 4: Agricultural Extension Service

4 study hours
  • •Read Unit 4: Agricultural Extension Service, focusing on the definition of agricultural extension and the concept of agricultural extension.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercises to reinforce understanding of key concepts.
Week
8

Module 2:

4h

Unit 5: Importance of Agricultural Extension

4 study hours
  • •Read Unit 5: Importance of Agricultural Extension, focusing on the importance of agricultural extension services and the rate of learning and adoption.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercises to reinforce understanding of key concepts.
Week
9

Module 3:

4h

Unit 1: Importance of Agricultural Production

4 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Importance of Agricultural Production, focusing on the importance of agriculture, livestock production, crop production, fish production and forestry.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercises to reinforce understanding of key concepts.
Week
10

Module 3:

4h

Unit 2: Environmental Factors Affecting Agricultural Production

4 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: Environmental Factors Affecting Agricultural Production, focusing on environmental/climatic factors, soil factors and biotic factors.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercises to reinforce understanding of key concepts.
Week
11

Module 3:

4h

Unit 3: Types of Soil

4 study hours
  • •Read Unit 3: Types of Soil, focusing on the definition of soil, physical characteristics of the soil, major components of the soil and chemical characteristics of the soil.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercises to reinforce understanding of key concepts.
Week
12

Module 3:

4h

Unit 4: Identification of Crops

4 study hours
  • •Read Unit 4: Identification of Crops, focusing on classification according to life cycle and classification according to nature.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercises to reinforce understanding of key concepts.
Week
13

Module 4:

8h

Unit 1: Common Food Crops

4 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Common Food Crops, focusing on varieties, climatic and soil requirements, cultural practices, pests and diseases of tomatoes and peppers.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercises to reinforce understanding of key concepts.

Unit 2: Vegetable Crops

4 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: Vegetable Crops, focusing on cabbage, carrot, cucumber and lettuce.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercises to reinforce understanding of key concepts.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all unit objectives and summaries to ensure a comprehensive understanding of key concepts.

2

Focus on understanding the different farming systems and their characteristics (Units in Module 2).

3

Create diagrams illustrating the relationships between environmental factors and agricultural production (Units in Module 3).

4

Practice identifying different types of crops based on their characteristics and soil requirements (Units in Module 4).

5

Review all Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) and Self-Assessment Exercises to identify areas needing further study.

6

Allocate study time proportionally to the weight of each module in the overall course grade.

7

Create flashcards for key terms and definitions related to soil science, crop production, and agricultural development.

8

Form a study group to discuss challenging concepts and share insights.

9

Simulate exam conditions by practicing with past questions and adhering to time limits.

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