SOCR 200 - Seed Anatomy and Identification

Prerequisite

BZ 104 (Basic Concepts of Plant Life) or BZ 110 (Principles of Animal Biology) or BZ 120 (Principles of Plant Biology) or HORT 100 (Horticultural Science) or LIFE 102 (Attributes of Living Systems) or SOCR 100 (General Crops).

Description

Seed analysts must know the basic nature of seeds and the terminology associated with them before they can do analytical work effectively. It is the purpose of this course to give insights to the structures of seeds and the flowers from which they come. These structures will be used to identify seeds of the different species.

Five proctored exams and seed collection required.

This course will prepare those interested in the Seed Analysis Training profession for the AOSA or SCST certification examinations.

Important Information

Students must complete the online version of this course within six months.

Textbooks and Materials

Unless otherwise indicated, textbooks and materials are required and can be purchased at the CSU Bookstore.

1. SOCR 200 Course Syllabus (2003)
   J. Fenwick
2. Study Guide to the Seeds of Colorado (Optional)
   Larsen & Menne
   Optional

Instructors

Jack Fenwick
(970) 491-6907
J.Fenwick@colostate.edu

Jack Fenwick, Ph.D. is a faculty member in the Department of Soil and Crop Sciences at Colorado State University. He teaches the introductory course in crop production and management which includes plant and seed identification. He also teaches advanced courses in crop production. Dr. Fenwick has received the Outstanding Teaching Award from the Department of Soil and Crop Sciences and the College of Agricultural Sciences, and the Outstanding Advising Award from the College and the University.

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