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EMT403Sciences3 Unitsintermediate

Environmental Aspect Of Farming System

This course introduces students to the environmental aspects of farming systems. It explores various farming systems, their relevance, classification, and challenges, including shifting cultivation, permanent upland cultivation, and irrigation farming. The course also examines the environmental and health implications of irrigation, perennial crop farming, ranching, and the institutional and environmental requirements of site-related systems. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of sustainable agricultural practices and their impact on the environment.

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312h

Study Time

13

Weeks

24h

Per Week

basic

Math Level

Course Keywords

Farming SystemsEnvironmental ImpactIrrigationRanchingSustainability

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level

Builds on foundational knowledge

65%

intermediate

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Math Level

Basic Math

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Learning Type

Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Farm Systems

2

Farming Systems

3

Shifting Cultivation

4

Permanent Farming

5

Perennial Agriculture

6

Irrigation Systems

7

Ranching

8

Environmental Management

Total Topics8 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 (2 methods)

Tutor-Marked Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Agricultural Extension Officer

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Farm Manager

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Environmental Consultant

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Land Use Planner

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Sustainable Agriculture Specialist

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

AgricultureEnvironmental ManagementLand ManagementFood ProductionWater Resource Management

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

Module 1: Farm System and Farming Systems

2h

Unit 1: Concepts, definitions and objectives of farming systems

2 study hours

•Define farm and farming systems.
•Describe different types of farming systems.
•State the objectives of farming systems.

Week

2

Module 1: Farm System and Farming Systems

2h

Unit 2: Methods and relevance / importance of farming system

2 study hours

•Identify and explain the methods of farming.
•Identify the characteristics of each farming method.
•State the importance of farming systems.

Week

3

Module 1: Farm System and Farming Systems

2h

Unit 3: Characteristics and classifications of farming systems

2 study hours

•Describe the broad characteristics of the farm.
•Explain the main characteristics of the farms.
•Explain the basis for classification of farms.

Week

4

Module 1: Farm System and Farming Systems

2h

Unit 4: Principles, difficulties/challenges and solutions of farming systems

2 study hours

•Explain the different principles guiding farming systems.
•Explain the different challenges confronting farming.
•Propose solutions to farming challenges.

Week

5

Module 1: Farm System and Farming Systems

2h

Unit 5: Factors determining farming systems

2 study hours

•Explain the climatic factors that affect farming systems.
•State the difference between soil structure and soil texture.
•Explain the biological factors that affect farming systems.

Week

6

Module 2: Shifting Cultivation

2h

Unit 1: Concept, Definition and Overview of Shifting Cultivation

2 study hours

•Define Shifting Cultivation.
•Explain why farmers engage in shifting cultivation.
•State the effects of shifting cultivation.

Week

7

Module 2: Shifting Cultivation

2h

Unit 2: Basic Features / Characteristics of Shifting Cultivation

2 study hours

•Know the various characteristics of Shifting Cultivation.
•Know the period the farmer can farm their land before leaving it.
•Know the likely period that fallow can stay before the farmer can return.

Week

8

Module 2: Shifting Cultivation

2h

Unit 3: Types of Shifting Cultivation and their features

2 study hours

•Know the different types of Shifting Cultivation system.
•Explain the types of Shifting Cultivation system.
•State the causes or reasons why some farmers must practice shifting cultivation.

Week

9

Module 2: Shifting Cultivation

2h

Unit 4: Advantages and Disadvantages of Shifting Cultivation

2 study hours

•State the advantages of the practice of shifting cultivation
•Identify the disadvantages of the practice of shifting cultivation
•Enumerate the prospects of the practice of shifting cultivation

Week

10

Module 2: Shifting Cultivation

2h

Unit 5: The Process / Procedure of Carrying Out Shifting Cultivation

2 study hours

•Know the stepwise process of shifting cultivation.

Week

11

Module 3: Permanent and Perennial Farming System

4h

Unit 1: Permanent Crop Cultivation

2 study hours

•Define cultivation and permanent cultivation
•State the importance of permanent crops
•Explain the meaning and objectives of a permanent farming system

Unit 2: Factors Affecting Permanent Crop Production

2 study hours

•Discuss the characteristics of permanent plants
•Enumerate and explain the challenges faced by permanent crops
•Explain the disadvantages associated with permanent agriculture

Week

12

Module 3: Permanent and Perennial Farming System

4h

Unit 3: The Elements of Permanent Farming System

2 study hours

•Know the reasons why farmers practice permanent farming system.
•Know some of the reasons why some farmers would like to use draft animals to do work in their farms.
•Explain why farmers need to protect the soil against fire incidence

Unit 4: Perennial Agriculture

2 study hours

•Define the term "perennial agriculture"
•Know the main difference in terms of tilling the soil, and nature of seed viability between perennial agriculture and mainstream agriculture
•Identify some examples of perennial herbs, perennial vegetables and perennial fruits.

Week

13

Module 3: Permanent and Perennial Farming System

2h

Unit 5: Systems of Soil Conservation and Improvement

2 study hours

•What conservation of the soil is.
•The factors that are likely to determine the quantity of cowdung a farmer can produce.
•The stages involved in making cowdung.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create detailed outlines for each module, focusing on key definitions and concepts.

2

Develop comparative charts for different farming systems (shifting cultivation vs. permanent farming) to highlight advantages and disadvantages.

3

Practice applying soil conservation techniques to specific scenarios (e.g., hilly terrain, arid climate).

4

Review irrigation methods and their suitability for different crops and soil types.

5

Study the environmental and health implications of irrigation, focusing on mitigation strategies.

6

Prepare case studies on successful and unsuccessful ranching operations, analyzing factors contributing to their outcomes.

7

Create flowcharts outlining the steps in the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) process.

8

Focus on understanding the institutional requirements for sustainable site management.

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