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Academic Degree Awarded: B.Sc in Greenhouse Crops and Floriculture

Admission Procedures: (see p. 19 of the prospectus)

Final Exams: (see p. 23)

Exam and Assessment Rules: (see p. 23)

Access to further studies: (see The Postgraduate Studies of the T.E.I. /M p. 25)

FACULTY OF AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY

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The mission of the department of Greenhouse Crops

and Floriculture is to promote Horticulture and

Floriculture science and train professionals able to apply

modern methods in the cultivation, protection and

management of greenhouse and floriculture crops as

well as to carry out studies and conduct research on

these subjects.

Students in the department of Greenhouse Crops and

Floriculture receive education and training in Horticulture

and Floriculture science as well as in associated scientific

disciplines. During their studies they are attending classes of

basic and applied sciences such as Soil Science, Plant

Physiology, Nutrition, Genetics, Plant Protection, vegetable

production, Greenhouse construction, Garden and

Landscape Architecture, etc.

The department graduates are well trained in the

cultivation and handling of vegetable and ornamental

crops. They are also specialized in new technological

advances and have the ability and skills to project these

developments to the agricultural community. The

department has well equipped facilities such as teaching

rooms with audio-visual systems, laboratories,

greenhouses and controlled environment chambers,

research stations etc. The duration of studies is seven

(7) semesters followed by one semester of practical

training. The studies are completed after the elaboration

and submission of a dissertation thesis on a subject

related to their field of studies. Thanks to their

specialized scientific and technical knowledge, the

department graduates can be successfully engaged in

several sectors of Agriculture and especially vegetable

crop production, floriculture, arboriculture and

landscaping. In addition the department graduates can

be appointed as public servants, executives or self

employed in a variety of agricultural enterprises.

Educational and

Professional Goals

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C O U R S E

STRUCTURE

D I A G R A M

101 Agricultural Chemistry C GBC 3 2 5 11 6

102 Plant Morphology and Anatomy C GBC 3 2 5 11 6

103 Biostatistics C GBC 3 3 9 5

104 Introduction to Informatics C GBC 2 2 4 8 4

105 Agrometeorology C GBC 2 2 4 8 5

106 Agricultural Machines Engineering C GBC 2 2 4 8 4

TOTAL 15 10 25 55 30

COURSE UNIT TYPE CATE GORY L LW TOTAL WL C

1st SEMESTER

201 Applied Informatics C GBC 1 2 3 5 3

202 Soil Science C SBC 3 2 5 11 6

203 Plant Physiology and Biochemistry C GBC 3 2 5 11 6

204 Agricultural Economy C MELA 3 3 9 5

205 Genetics C GBC 3 2 5 11 6

206 Systematic Botany C GBC 2 2 4 8 4

TOTAL 15 10 25 55 30


2nd SEMESTER

301 Greenhouse Technology C SC 3 2 5 11 6

302 General Plant Pathology C SBC 2 2 4 8 4

303 General Ecology C GBC 2 2 6 4

304 Fertilizers C SBC 2 2 4 8 4

305 General Vegetable Crops C SC 3 2 5 11 6

306 General Floriculture C SC 3 2 5 11 6

TOTAL 15 10 25 55 30


3rd SEMESTER

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C O U R S E

STRUCTURE

D I A G R A M

401 Organisation and Administration C MELA 3 3 9 5of Agricultural Enterprises

402 General Entomology C SBC 2 2 4 8 5

403 Irrigation-Drainage C SBC 2 2 4 8 4

404 Under Cover Vegetable Crop Production I C SC 3 3 6 12 7

405 Indoor and Outdoor Plants C SC 3 2 5 11 6

406 Soil Resources Management C SBC 2 2 6 3

TOTAL 15 9 24 54 30


4th SEMESTER

501 Under Cover Vegetable Crop Production II C SC 3 2 5 11 6

502 Plant Protection Products C SBC 3 2 5 11 6

503 Applied Plant Physiology C SC 3 1 4 10 6

504 Cut Flowers C SC 3 3 6 12 7

And one from Compulsory Elective Course Unit

505 Marketing of Rural Products C∂ MELA 2 2 4 8 5

506 Leaf Analysis C∂ SBC 2 2 4 8 5

TOTAL 14 10 24 52 30


5th SEMESTER

601 Landscape Architecture C SC 3 3 6 12 7

602 Hydroponic Cultures C SC 3 2 5 11 6

603 Protection of Ornamental and Vegetable Crops C SC 3 2 5 11 6

604 Plant Breeding C SC 3 3 6 12 7

And one from Compulsory Elective Course Unit

605 Plant Nutrition C∂ SBC 2 2 6 4

606 Quality Assessment C∂ MELA 2 2 6 4

TOTAL 14 10 24 52 30


6th SEMESTER

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COURSE

STRUCTURE

DIAGRAM

701 Graduate Seminar C SC 3 3 9 5

702 Principles of Organic Farming C SBC 3 2 5 11 6

703 Renewable and Alternative C SBC 3 3 6 12 7

Energy Sources in Greenhouses

And two from the Compulsory Elective Course Units:

704 Urban and Suburban Green C∂ SBC 3 2 5 11 6

705 Postharvest Handling and Standardi- C∂ SBC 3 2 5 11 6sation of Horticultural Products

706 Agricultural-Technical-Financial Studies C∂ MELA 3 2 5 11 6

707 Biotechnology – Tissue Culture C∂ SBC 3 2 5 11 6

TOTAL 15 9 24 54 30


7th SEMESTER

801 Practical Training C Six-month practical training in public entities and enterprises in the Agricultural sector, and Research programs 10

802 Dissertation C Elaboration of a 60-page assignment based on the outcome

of a study case, the study of practical problems,

a bibliographic preview and composition. 20

TOTAL 30

Kø¢. COURSE UNIT TYPE Duration / Length C

8th SEMESTER

PREREQUISITES

1. Introduction to Informatics

2. Plant Morphology- Anatomy

3. Soil Science

4. General Vegetable Crops Production

5. General Floriculture

6. General Plant Pathology

7. General Entomology

8. Plant Protection Products

9. Genetics

10. Indoor and Outdoor Plants

DEPENDANT COURSES

1. Applied Informatics

2. Plant Physiology and Biochemistry

3. Soil Amelioration

4. Under Cover Vegetable Crop Production I

Under Cover Vegetable Crop Production Iπ

Hydroponic Cultures

5. Indoor and Outdoor Plants

Cut Flowers

6. Plant Protection Products

7. Protection of Ornamental and Vegetable Crops

8. Protection of Ornamental and Vegetable Crops

9. Plant Breeding

10. Landscape Architecture

ABBREVIATIONS:

C: Compulsory Course Unit

L: Lecture

GBC: General Background Course

Unit

MELA: Management, Economics,

Law, Arts course unit

WL: Work Load

CE: Compulsory Elective Course

Unit

LW: Laboratory Work

SBC: Specific Background Course

Unit

SC: Speciality Course Unit

C: Credits

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COURSE OUTLINE

1st SEMESTER

AGRICULTURAL CHEMISTRYCode : 101

Type : Compulsory (C)

Category : GBC

Year : A

Semester : A

Credits : 6

Lecturer :

Objective: Introduction to issues of General Chemistry (Inorganic andOrganic) which are associated to Agronomics. These issues prepare thestudent but also develop his judgment over quantity and quality problemswhich will be solved in the next basic courses of Geoponics (Soil Science,Plant Physiology, Plant Biotechnology etc) and in his future occupation.Prerequisites: NoCourse Contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: Elementary chemical concepts. Periodicsystem of the elements. Terminology of basic Inorganic and Organiccompounds associated with Agricultural Technology. Chemistry ofaqueous solutions. Dispersion colloid systems. Chemical reactions.Classification and Kinetics of Inorganic and Organic reactions. ChemicalEquilibrium. General principles. Electrolytic solutions. Weak and strongelectrolytes. Acids and Bases. Water Ionization and acidity of solutions.Buffer solutions. Salt hydrolysis. Chylic complex compounds. Basicprinciples. Chemical equilibrium of dissolved organic chemistry. Basiccharacteristics of important components of a phytogenic organism.Outline of laboratorial exercises: Experimental security. Descriptionand utility of laboratory instruments. Aqueous solutions. Solutionpreparation. Calculation of concentration. Dilution of solutions.Application of dilution principles. Solution of chemical problems.Reference to application of solutions associated with AgriculturalTechnology. Definition of aqueous solution acidity. Basic principles andmethods. Calculation of pH in aquous solutions. Solution of chemicalproblems. Preparation of buffer solutions. Basic applications to AgriculturalTechnology. Measurement of buffer capacity of buffer solutions. Problem

solving.Volumetric analysis. Quantity definition of acid. Purity definition ofmerchant. Application of volumetric analysis to Geoponics. Complexvolumetric analysis of water hardness. Qualitative analysis of cations.Recommended Reading:

1. Ververidis F. 2000: Agricultural Chemistry. TEI of Crete.

2. Manousaki G. E. 1983: General Laboratorial Exercises of Inorganic Chemistry.

Thessaloniki.

3. Manousaki G. 1994: General and Inorganic Chemistry. Kyriakidis bros Editions.

4. Xenos K.D. 1999: Laboratorial Exercises of Analytic Chemistry. Macedonian

Publications.

5. Xenos K.D. 1999: Laboratorial Exercises of General Chemistry. Macedonian

Publications.

6. Roussopoylos N. 1956: Courses of Agricultural Chemistry.

7. Tsagaris I. 1973: Elements of Agronomic Chemistry. EMP.

8. Hatziliadi D.N. 1992: Principles of Chemistry. Macedonian publications.

9. Houliaras N. 2002: Agricultural Chemistry. ION Editions.

10. Hatzi O. 2004: Laboratorial exercises of Agricultural Chemistry. TEI of

Messologgi.

11. Chapman C. 1996: Basic chemistry for biology. 2nd Edition. McGraw-Hill

Publications.

Hours / Week: 5 (L=3, LW=2)

Teaching Methods: Lecture & Laboratory Work

Assessment Methods: Written & Oral Examination

Language of Instruction: Greek

PLANT MORPHOLOGY AND ANATOMYCode : 102


Category : GBC

Year : A

Semester : A

Credits : 6

Lecturers : Andreas VLAHOS, Georgios ZERVOUDAKIS

Objective: The aquisition of basic knowledge on plant morphology andanatomy, focusing mainly on the plant cell. Furthermeore, the studentspractice on the microscopic observation of plant anatomic characteristics.

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Prerequisites: NoCourse contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: The plant cell - chemical composition.Morphology and structure of plant cell. Types of plant cells. Plant tissues.Organography of spermatophytes. Anatomy of shoot, root, leaf, flower.Plant reproduction, fruits and seeds.Outline of laboratorial practice: Organography of plant (shoot, root, leaves, flowers, fruits). The use ofmicroscope. Preparation and microscopic observation. The plant cell.Cellular organelles. Nucleus. epidermis (leaf stomata), periderm,parenchyma, ground and vascular tissues. Anatomy of shoot, root andleaf.Bibliography:

1. Tsekos I. and Ilias I. (2007). Plant Morphology and Anatomy. Kiriakidis Editions.

2. Karataglis S. and Konstantinou M. Botany: Morphology and Anatomy. Haris

Editions.

3. Salahas G. Botany I (Morphology and Anatomy of Plants). T.E.I. of Mesologgi.

4. Salahas G. (1996). Botany I (Laboratory of Morphology and Anatomy of Plants).

T.E. I. of Mesologgi.





BIOSTATISTICSCode : 103


Category : GBC

Year : A

Semester : A

Credits : 5

Lecturer : Vasilios PAPASOTIROPOULOS

Objective: Knowledge of the basic concepts of statistics. Application ofstatistics to agricultural experiments. Learning of statistical methods andtools for experimental design, especially sampling, data processing, dataanalysis and evaluation of results.Prerequisites: NoCourse contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: Sampling and data presentation.Determination of variables, sample size, population, frequency distribution.Analysis of variance, components of variance, mean divergence, standarddeviation, coefficient of variation, covariance. Probabilities, properties ofprobabilities. Distribution of probabilities. Normal distribution, X2, F,Poisson. Confidence intervals. Tests of significance, comparison of means.

Principles of experimental design. Randomization. Completely randomizeddesign. Randomized complete blocks design. Latin square. Regression andcorrelation coefficients. Non parametrical methods.Recommended Reading:

1. Fotiadis N. 1995: Introduction to Statistics for Biological Sciences. University

Studio Press.

2. Dimopoulos, P. 2004: Biometry Biostatistics. Stamoulis Editions.

3. Gelekis S. 2001: Biometry, Sinhroni Pedia Editions

4. Katsougjanni K., Tzonou A., Trihopoulos D. 2001: Biostatistics Parisianou AE

Editions.

Hours / Week: 3 (L=3)

Teaching Methods: Lecture

Assessment Methods: Written Examination


INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATICSCode : 104


Category : GBC

Year : A

Semester : A

Credits : 4

Lecturer : Antonia KSEPAPADAKI

Objective: To introduce students to the basic concepts of informationtechnology. The familiarization with the operation of computers and thebasic concepts of computer programming.Prerequisites: NoCourse contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: Data, information and Informationtechnology. Historical review and PC categories, External and internalCourse contents: of PC, structure and computer operation. Hardwareand software, peripheral units, operating systems and basic the conceptsof programming.Outline of laboratorial exercises: Operating systems and Windows.Desktop, shortcuts, Windows and the menu of this operating system.Structure, bars and frames. Execution of a program, files’ and folders’operation and administration. Access to peripheral units. Operation anduse of printers. Applications and supportive programs of Windows. Bibliography:

1. Kilias Chr., Kalafatoudis G., Antonakopoulos K. 2000: Computer Use.New Technologies Publications. Athina.

2. Lipitakis Ilias 2000: Introduction to Computers Science.Patra. HellenicOpen University.

3. Norton Peter 2000: Introduction to Computers, 3rd edition.

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Thessaliniki. Tziola Editions. 4. Panetsos Sp. 2001: Computers in Education. ION Editions. Athina.5. Tsouroplis A., Kon. Klimopoulos 1998: Introduction to Information

Technology (5th edition), Publications of New Technologies Athina. 6. Papadakis Sp., Nikos Hatziperis 2002: Introduction to Information

Technology and Computer Use. Metehmio. Athina Hours / Week: 4 (L=2, LW=2)Teaching Methods: Lecture & Laboratory Work Assessment Methods: Written & Oral ExaminationLanguage of Instruction: Greek

AGROMETEOROLOGY Code : 105


Category : GBC

Year : A

Semester : A

Credits : 5

Lecturer : Angeliki KAVGA

Objective: The students become familiar with the terms "weather" and"climate' and the physical parameters characterizing them. They have tounderstand the physical processes taking place in the atmosphere, thecreation mechanisms of the meteorological effects, the influence of themeteorological parameters and effects on plants and the relation betweenclimate and plants, even in the isolated environment of the greenhouses.They should understand the basic operation principles of themeteorological instruments and they have to become familiar with themeasurements of the meteorological parameters.Prerequisites: NoCourse contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: Physical characteristics of theatmosphere (temperature, humidity, pressure). Water in the atmosphere.Radiation in the atmosphere. Meteorological effects. Atmosphericdisturbances. Classification and Course contents: of the earth's climate.The climate of Greece. The relation between climate and plants. Outline of laboratorial exercises: Applications and exercises ofMeteorology and Climatology. Measurements of meteorologicalparameters. Meteorological instruments and their basic operatonprinciples. Meteorological data process.Bibliography:

1. Ahrens C. Donald, 2006. Meteorology Today. Thomson Learning.

2. Mahairas P., Balafoutis H., 1997. General Climatology with elements of

Meteorology. University Studio Press.

3. Sahsamanoglou H. S., Makrogiannis T. I., 1998. General Meteorology. Ziti

Editions.

4. Tupper Graeme J., Violet Harpal P., 2004. Agrometeorology. Haworth Press

Inc., U.S.

5. Flokas A. A., 2004. Courses of Meteorology and Climatology. Ziti Editions.





AGRICULTURAL MACHINES ENGINEERINGCode : 106


Category : GBC

Year : A

Semester : A

Credits : 4

Lecturer : Ioannis ARAHOVITIS

Objective: To train students on the operation, usage and use of

agricultural machines. Students will be able to evaluate and choose

agricultural machinery for an agricultural project.

Prerequisites: No

Course contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: Kinds of tools and their use.

Measurement equipment. Internal Combustion Engines (oil engines, petrol

engines, electricity engines) and their function (theoretical and actual),

Course contents: of their parts, function diagrams. Agricultural Tractors:

mono and biaxial and equipment machinery (Soil conditioning machinery,

Spraying systems, Seeder and Planter units. Performance and economy of

agricultural machinery. Choice of the appropriate tractor. Pumps: Kinds,

characteristics, operation, advantages & disadvantages, choice of pumps-

exercises.

Outline of laboratorial exercises: Demonstration and identification of

the tools necessary for the operation of the laboratory. Choice and

learning of measurement instruments. Systems- unit conversion.

Unscrewing of a four stroke engine, identification and Course contents: of

its parts. Equipped systems(Feed System- Electric System- Cooling

System- Lubrication System). Kinds of tractors- Course contents: of their

parts (Steering equipment- Gearbox- Drive line). Students should be able

to choose the appropriate tractor accessories (Ploughs, Rotating ploughs,

Cultivators, Sprinklers, Seeder and Planter units etc.). Kinds of pumps and

their Course contents:- Technical characteristics(Piston- Centrifugal pumps

etc.). Solution of different problems during pump operation. Course

contents: and maintenance of various agricultural tools(Chainsaws-

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Lawnmowers- Rotary drums).

Bibliography:

1. Mavroudi I 2000: PUMPS AND PIPINGS, Athina

2. Tasioulas D., P. Kozobolis 1990: IRRIGATIONAL MACHINERY INTERNAL

COMBUSTION MACHINERY. ION Editions 1999.

3. Dimopoulou Ilia Repairs of Petrol engines – Petrelaiokinitirwn Ekdoseis car

DRIVER

4. Tzivanopoulou K. 1985: AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY Athina

5. Tzivanopoulou K. 1985: AGRICULTURAL INSTRUMENTS Athens





2nd SEMESTER

APPLIED INFORMATICSCode : 201


Category : GBC

Year : A

Semester : B

Credits : 3

Lecturers : Charalampos GNARDELIS, Spiridoula BRAVOU

Objective: Development of students’ ability and skills in the applicationsof information technology, data management and data operation in officeenvironment as well as in applications of internet services to business.Prerequisites: Introduction to Information TechnologyCourse contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: Communication Networks, types andarchitecture of networks, Internet and services, relative software. Serversand Internet Explorer of the World Wide Web. Protection of PC anddata security. Outline of laboratorial exercises: Introduction to Basic principles ofoffice applications (computerisation). Word, Excel, and internetapplications. Internet Explorer and internet communication network.Bibliography:

1. Antonakopoulos K, Nest. Ioannidis, 2000: Office Automation with the Greek

Microsoft Office 2000. Athina: Publications of New Technologies.

2. Habraken Joe 2000: The complete environment of Microsoft Office 2000: 8 in

1. Athina: Giourdas

3. Microsoft Word 2000 Step by Step. Athina: Kleidarithmos

4. Kilias Chr., Kalafatoudis G., Antonakopoulos K., 2000: Use of Computer.

Publications of new technologies. Athina

5. Lipitakis Ilias 2000: Introduction to the Computer Science. Patra. Hellenic Open

University, 2000

6. Panetsos Sp. 2001: The Computers in Education. ION Editions. Athina





SOIL SCIENCECode : 202


Category : SBC

Year : A

Semester : B

Credits : 6

Lecturers : Theodoros VELTSISTAS , Andreas VLAHOS

Objective: Basic knowledge is given to the students for the characteristictraits and attributes of soil, so that they acquire the ability to locate andthen determine the process of resolution of problems in the ground –plant relation. The students are also introduced in a series of laboratorialexercises, the results of which they will supply information on soilcharacteristics and fertility. Prerequisites: NoCourse contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: Introductive concepts: Soil science, theconcept of soil, components of soil, soil and humans, the soil as part ofthe ecosystem. Mechanic composition, types of soils and their attributes.Structure of soil, incorporations, real and phenomenal density, porosityand its relation to the mechanic composition and fertility. Minerals androcks of soil with emphasis on clay. Erosion. Organic components:Importance and their composition. Groups of living organisms and growthconditions. Source and decomposition of dead organic matter.Absorption and movement of soil water and air. Absorption andexchange of ions. Reaction and regulating capacity of soil. Creation anddevelopment of soil: Factors and processes of soil formation. Soilclassification systems. Soil maps.Outline of laboratorial exercises: Safety rules and preparation ofsolutions. Soil sampling and preparation for laboratorial analysis.Mechanical analysis. Determination of water capacity, conductivity andsalinity, pH evaluation, Bernard method for calcium carbonate, activecalcium carbonate, organic matter, ability of cation exchange. Evaluationand interpretation of results of soil sample analysis. Recommended Reading:

1. Theodorikas St. 1996: Mineralogy, Petrography. Thessaloniki. Ziti.

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2. Koukoulakis Pr. and Ar. Papadopoulos. 2001: Interpretation of Soil analysis.

Athina. Stamoulis.

3. Koukalakis Pr., Simonis Ast., Gkertsis Mr 2001. Organic matter of soil. Athina.

Stamoulis.

4. Mitsios I. 1999. Soil Science. Athina. Zymel.

5. Panagiotou P. 1990 . Soil Physics. Thessaloniki: Giahoudi Giapoudi.

6. Pashalidis Chr. 2005.Soil Science. Laboratorial Exercises. Athina. Embrio.

7. Tompkins P., Bird K. 1991: Secrets of soil. Athina: Hatzinikoli.

8. Stefanidis Pan. 2002: Petrography, General and Technical Geology.

Thessaloniki: Christodoulidis.

9. Sinanis,2003.Soil Science. TEI of Crete.

10. Sylleos Nik. 1990. Mapping and Evaluation of Agricultural Soils. Thessaloniki.

Giakoudi-Giapouli.

11. Tsitsias Kyr. 2004. Soil Science Laboratories. Larissa.

12. Brady, C.N. R.R. Weil 1990. The nature and properties of soils. 10th ed.Mc

millan, N.Y.

13. Brussaard L., Ferrera-Cerrato R 1997: Soil ecology in sustainable agricultural

system. Boca Raton: Lewis.

14. Evangelou, V.P. 1998. Environmental soil and water chemistry. Principles and

applications. John Wiley and Sons, N.Y.

15. Foth, H.D. 1990. Fundamentals of Soil science. 8Th ed. John Wiley and Sons

N.Y.

16. Schroeder D. (Bearb. v. Blum W.E.) 1997. Bodenkunde in Stichworten.

Borntraegar

17. Sumner M. 2000: Handbook of Soil Science. CRC PRESS

18. Sumner M.E., Ulrich B. 1991: Soil acidity. Verlag: Springer.

19. Singer M., Munns D. 1999: Soils: an introduction. New Jersey: Prentice Hall.

20. Tan Kim. 1993: Principles of soil chemistry. New York: Marcel Dekker.

21. Wild A., 1988: Russell's soil conditions and plant growth. Essex: Longman.

22. Wild A., 1995: Umweltorientierte Bodenkunde Berlin: Spektrum

Akademischer Verlag Heidelberg.





PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRYCode : 203


Category : GBC

Year : A

Semester : B

Credits : 6

Lecturers : GeorgiosZERVOUDAKIS, Angelos PAPASAVAS

Objective: The comprehension of basic plant physiological functions(water and nutritious components, absorption, photosynthesis, nitrogen,assimilation) and biochemistry (enzymes, metabolism, biochemical cycles). Prerequisites: Morphology – Plant AnatomyCourse contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: Plant cell and organelles function.Substance transport via membranes. Water absorption. Root pressure.Transpiration. Essential nutritious elements. (macro- and micro-elements).Metabolism. Enzymes. Light and dark reactions of photosynthesis. Darkreactions of photosynthesis. C4 cycle. CAM metabolism.Photorespiration. Environmental factors affecting photosynthesis. Nitrogenassimilation. Outline of laboratorial exercises: Units of measurement inBiochemistry. Preparation of solutions. Colorimetry - pectrophotometers.Structure and classification of enzymes. Enzyme isolation and activitymeasurement. Factors affecting enzyme activity. Photosynthetic pigmentsextraction, chromatographic isolation and quantitative measurment.Chlorophyl light absorption and fluorescence.Recommended Reading:

1. Karataglis P. (1999). Physiology of Plants. Art of Text Editions.

2. Salahas G. (1996). Botany II (Laboratory Practice on Plant Physiology and

Biochemistry). TEI of Mesologgi.





AGRICULTURAL ECONOMYCode : 204


Category : MELA

Year : A

Semester : B

Credits : 5

Lecturer : Fotios TSIFOPANOPOULOS

Objective: To help students comprehend the principles and concepts ofEconomy and particularly those related to the Agricultural Enterprises andto calculate the expenses for every factor of Agricultural production, sothat the total Economic frame of Agricultural Enterprise becomescomprehensible. Prerequisites: NoCourse contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: The role of agriculture in the developmentof national economy. Agricultural Enterprise. Agricultural Family

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Enterprise. Agricultural Group Enterprise. Theory of Production. FinancialAnalysis. Factors of production. Permanent capital. Circulative capital.Expenses of Agricultural Production: Constant expenses: Depreciations.Depreciation methods. Interest. Constant interest. Variable interest.Maintainance. Insurance. Tax. Variable expenses: Estimate of capital ofAgricultural Enterprise: of the Ground, of the Plantations, of LandImprovements, Buildings, Agricultural Machinery. Cost of Production ofAgricultural Products. Theory, Evaluation.Bibliography:

1. Xekalakis M. Technical Economic Analysis in Agriculture 2001.

2. Kitsompanidis G. and X. Kamendis: Agricultural Economy 1999.





GENETICSCode : 205


Category : GBC

Year : A

Semester : B

Credit : 6

Lecturers : Vasilios PAPASOTIROPOULOS

Objective: Understanding of the basic concepts of genetics. Applicationof genetics in agriculture.Prerequisites: NoCourse contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: Cellular organization. Cell cycle. Mitosis,general recombination . Mendelian fenetics, Chromosome theory ofInheritance. Epistasis Mutations. Sex chromosomes. Sex linked Inheritance.Linkage. Structure of nucleic acids. DNA, RNA. DNA replication.Transcription, Translation. Proteins. Organelle genomes. Chloroplastsmitochondria. Outline of laboratorial exercises: Genetic exercises and problemsrelated to mendelian law’s epistatic interaction, sex chromosomes andlinkage. Estimation of phenotype and genotype frequences in offsprings.Methods of estimating genetic diversity.Recommended Reading:

1. Alahiotis S. (1989). Inroduction to modern Genetics. B’ Edition.

Athanasopoulos- Papadamis Editions 1989.

2. Triantafyllidis K. (1992). Classic and molecular Genetics. Kyriakidis Bros

Thessaloniki 1992.

3. Metzakis D. (2000). Laboratory of Genetics TEI of Mesologgi.

4. An Introduction to Genetic Analysis (2000). Anthony J. F. Griffiths.

5. Jeffrey H. Miller, David T. Suzuki, Richard C. Lewontin William M. Gelbart. W.

H. FREEMAN. N ew York 2000.

6. Schaum's Outline of Genetics (2001). S.L. Elrod, W.D. Stansfield. Mcgraw -

Hill 2001





SYSTEMATIC BOTANYCode : 206


Category : GBC

Year : A

Semester : B

Credits : 4

Lecturer : Andreas VLAHOS

Objective: The knowledge of the basic characteristics of plant sums andidentification of the main families and genes of the Greek flora.Prerequisites: NoCourse contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: Schizophyta (Bacteria- Blue-greenalgae). Algae. Fungi. Lichens. Bryophyte. Ferns. Spermatophytes.Gymnosperms (Conifers). Angiosperms (monocotyledons- dicotyledons).Reproductive organs. Sexual and asexual reproduction. Flower anatomy.Fruits. Sperm dispersal. Classification and characteristics of main families,genes and kinds.Outline of laboratorial exercises: Observation of permanentpreparations and fresh material. (Schizophytes, Algae. Fungi. Lichens.Bryophyte. Ferns) Keys of plant determination- Systematic classification.Recommended Reading:

1. Saltzis V. (1987). Notes of Botanic Mediterranean Flora. TEI of Mesologgi.

2. Stefanaki-Nikiforaki M. Systematic Botany – Keys (Volume B). Stamouli Editions.





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3rd SEMESTER

GREENHOUSE TECHNOLOGYCode : 301


Category : SC

Year : B

Semester : C

Credits : 6


Objective: To offer to students all the necessary knowledge about thegreenhouse construction and operation. Students learn how to solveeffectively problems relative to greenhouse construction and operation.Prerequisites: NoCourse contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: The greenhouse and its utility. The greenhouse cultivations and economical and technical potentials ofdevelopment. The greenhouse installations in Greece and internationallyand development prospects of greenhouse technology. The greenhouseenvironment and its influence on plant growth.Formation factors of environmental conditions in the greenhouse andmeans of controlling them (temperature, humidity, light, CO2).The main greenhouse types and constructional features (structural

design, greenhouse installation, foundation, framework materials, coveringmaterials, loads and activities, internal constructions, etc).Equipment and greenhouse operation. Greenhouse heating. Use of conventional and alternative heating systems.Energy saving in the greenhouse by conventional means and renewable

energy sources.Artificial lighting.

Greenhouse ventilation (natural and dynamic ventilation, shadingetc).Relative humidity control. Greenhouse irrigation. Fertilization and greenhouse’s soil sterilization.Application of automations in the greenhouses. Outline of laboratorial exercises: Methods for the calculation of energydemands in a greenhouse unit and means for supply and saving. Means of controlling greenhouse conditions (temperature, relativehumidity, light, CO2), in combination with the use of digital systems. Operation of various greenhouse types (metallic, covered by glass, plastic.Greenhouses heated by fan heaters, hot water pipes, with passive ordynamic ventilation), as well as operation of different other systems(rooting system, fog system etc).

Recommended Reading:

1. Mavrogiannopoulos, Geor. 1994: Greenhouses. Athina, A. Stamoulis

2. Campbell Gaylon. 1987: An introduction to environmental Biophysics.

Springer - Verlag, New York





GENERAL PLANT PATHOLOGYCode : 302


Category : SBC

Year : B

Semester : C

Credits : 4

Lecturers : Eirini KARANASTASI, Aristidis PAPAPANAGIOTOU

Objective: To familiarize students with the basic principles of plantpathology. Understanding how an infection takes place and familiarizationwith the range and types of symptoms and means of evaluation andestimation of infestation. Once they have mastered this knowledgestudents are prepared for the following specialized courses regardingpests and diseases of ornamentals and vegetable crops.Prerequisites: NoCourse contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: Plant pathogens (morphology,physiology, reproduction, classification/nomenclature of fungi andprokaryotic microorganisms (bacteria, mycoplasms phytoplasms). Virusparticles morphology, means of transmission and symptoms of viraldiseases. Phanerogam parasites Non pathogenic diseases (nutrientdeficiencies, pollution, adverse environmental conditions). Inoculum’sproduction, conservation, release and dispersion. Entrance of pathogens,subsequent growth and infection of plant tissues. Host plant reaction-defense mechanisms. Description of parasitic-non parasitic relationshipsbetween plants and microorganisms. Environmental factors (temperature,relative humidity, light). Plant disease epidemiology. Epidemiccharacteristics (pathogen, host, environment), types of epidemics.Quantitative evaluation of the epidemic features- disease measurement.Mathematical models for disease forecast. Major plant disease categories,control strategies.Outline of laboratorial exercises: Description of disease symptoms andsigns observed on infested plants. Morphology of disease agents (fungi,bacteria, viruses). Basic microbiology knowledge. Disease description, signsand symptoms caused by plant pathogenic fungi. Symptoms of diseases

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caused by important pathogenic bacteria and plant viruses. Non parasiticdiseases (Description of symptoms, comparison with related symptomscaused by other pathogenic causal agents). Bacteria-fungi isolation frominfected plant tissues and in vitro culture. (laboratory equipment, growthmedia). Recommended Reading:

1. Georgakopoulos S.G. (1984). Basic Knowledge of Plant Pathology. Athina.

2. Tzavella-Klonari, K. (2004). General Plant Pathology, Academic Lectures. ∞¶£,

Service of Publications, Δhessaloniki.

3. Tzamos, E. K. (2004). Plant Pathology, Stamouli Editions, Athens.

4. Agrios, G. N. (1997). Plant Pathology, 4 th Edition, Academic Press Inc, New York.

5. Manners, J.G. (1988). Principles of Plant Pathology, Cambridge University Press

Cambridge, England.





GENERAL ECOLOGYCode : 303


Category : GBC

Year : B

Semester : C

Credits : 4

Lecturer : Theodoros VELTSISTAS

Objective: To provide the student with the principles of ecology and topresent the special environmental problems concerning agriculture andthe planet in general. The student needs to understand the position ofthe agro ecosystems and their interaction with the wider biosphere. Prerequisites: NoCourse contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: Basic principles of ecology. Person –population – bio community. The ecosystem: concept-structure–operation- growth and evolution - productivity – classification ofecosystems. Food relations (food chains, food levels, ecological pyramids,ecological effectiveness). Recycling of matter (Biogeochemical carbon,oxygen, nitrogen,cycles. Ecological Succession. Diversity. Maintenance andprotection of plant and animal types. Human effects on the environment. Recommended Reading:

1. Veltsistas T. 2002. Elements of Ecology. Instructive Notes. TEI of Mesologgi.

2. Vlahos I. & D. Kollaros. 1999. Notes of Ecology. TEI of Heraklion.

3. Kandrelis S. 2000. Introduction to Ecology. Instructive Notes. TEI of Mesologgi.

4. Lykakis I. 1996. Ecology. University of Patras.

5. Nebel B. And R. Wright. 1996. Environmental Science.





FERTILIZERSCode : 304


Category : SBC

Year : B

Semester : C

Credits : 4

Lecturer : Vassilios TRIANTAFYLLIDIS, Angelos PAPASAVVAS

Objective: The goal of this lesson is to impart to the student a thoroughunderstanding of plant nutrition, soil fertility and nutrient management sothat they can (1) describe the influence of soil biological, physical andchemical properties and interactions on nutrient availability to crops;(2) identify plant nutrition-soil fertility problems and recommend propercorrective action; (3) identify soil and nutrient management practices thatmaximize productivity and profitability while maintaining or enhancing theproductive capacity of the soil and quality of the environment;(4) hydroponic fertilization and (5) the effect of fertilization on the qualityof the agricultural products.Prerequisites: NoCourse contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: Introduction to fertilization.Nomenclature -characteristics and types of fertilizers. Preparation ofnitrate, phosphate, potassium fertilizers. Application methods of fertilizers.Organic fertilizers. Inorganic fertilizers (nitrate, phosphate, potasium,magnesium and oligoelements). Rational fertilization principles. Factorsinfluencing fertilizer efficiency. Fertilizer wash out in soil. Basic fertilization.Surface fertilization. Fertilization in hydroponics. The effect of fertilizationon the environment and the quality of the agricultural products.Outline of laboratorial exercises: Methods of determination ofnutrients, sampling and chemical determination of nitrate, phosphate,potassium, calcium, iron, zinc, etc. Fertilizer’s dose calculation.Arrangement and installation of experimental field fertilizers. Greenhouseexperiments in containers. Determination of salinity indicator of thefertilizers. Determination of nitrogen, phosphate, potassium in thefertilizers. Projects for the rational fertilisation of crops. Recommended Reading:

1. Agriculture –Livestock-farming, 1995, Dedicated: Rational fertilization of

cultures, Agrotypos, Issue 9, Athina.

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2. Laegreid, M.; Bockman, O.C.; Kaarstad, O., 1999, Agriculture, fertilizers and the

environment, New York CABI Publishing, 1999c.

3. Mortvedt, J.J; Cox, F.R.? Shuman, L.M; Welch, R.M., 1991, Micronutrients in

agriculture, Soil Sci. Society America

4. Prasad, Rajendra; Power, James F., 1997, Soil fertility management for

sustainable agriculture, Lewis Publ. CRC Pr. 1997 c.

5. Tsitsias K., 1996, Fertilizers. √∂¢μ, Athina.

6. Havlin J.L., Beaton J.D., Tisdale S.I., Werner L., 1999, Soil Fertility and Fertilizers,

Nelson (sixth edition).





GENERAL VEGETABLE CROPSCode : 305


Category : SC

Year : B

Semester : C

Credits : 6

Lecturers : Georgios KAPOTIS, Eleni HATZIEFSTRATIOU, Eleni PSATHA

Objective: Introduction to vegetables crops. Students are provided withbasic knowledge on the botanical classification, propagation and thecultivation techniques of vegetables, as well as the types of vegetableproduction enterprises.Prerequisites: NoCourse contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: General information on vegetable plants.Botanical and other ways of classification. Modern systems of open andcovered vegetable cultivation. Propagation, farming technique and soil andclimatic factors that influence the growth and production of vegetables.Principles of organic farming. Post harvest handlings, qualitative control,standardization and vegetable marketing. The culture of vegetables inGreece. Types of vegetable production enterprises. Advantages anddisadvantages of enterprising vegetable production.Outline of laboratorial exercises: Recognition of vegetable seeds, seedgermination, methods of vegetable propagation. Techniques of seedlinggrowth, substrates, conditions and cares in nursery. Means and plantingmaterials in nursery. Direct seeding, curing, transplanting, planting methods,and care following planting. Vegetable recognition. Factors affecting the postharvest life of vegetables, conditions of storage. Laboratorial teaching iscarried out: in open fields and in the greenhouse with climate control.Recommended Reading:

1. Dimitrakis G. K. 1998. Vegetable Crops, Agrotypos Editions, Athina.

2. Kanakis Andreas, 2003. General Vegetable Crops, Agrotypos Editions, Athina.

3. Kapotis G. 1996. Post harvest handlings of vegetables. Notes for TEI of

Mesologgi.

4. Ntogras K. 1992. Notes of General Vegetable Crops, Aristotle University of

Thessaloniki Edition.

5. Olympios Chr. 2001. Elements of General Vegetable Crops, University Notes of

Agricultural University of Athina.

6. Janick I. 1972. Horticultural Science, Second Edition, W. X. Freeman and

Company, San Francisco.

7. Nonnecke, I. L. 1989. Vegetable Production. Publisher: AVI, Van Nostrand

Reinhold, New York.





GENERAL FLORICULTURECode : 306


Category : SC

Year : B

Semester : C

Credits : 6

Lecturers : Georgios ALEXOPOULOS, Regina FRAGOULI

Objective: To analyze the factors affecting the growth of floriculturalplants (physiology, nutrition, improvement, propagation) for theproduction of quality products. To familiarize students with moderntrends and cultivation and propagation techniques, as well asstandardization and trading of floricultural plants. The course enablesstudents to assimilate the know-how of production of the mostcommercial ornamental plants in a greenhouse or open air cultivation,using the production factors rationally, and applying the most appropriatepre and post-harvest treatments, and environmentally friendly methods, inorder to produce plants of high quality and competitive cost.Prerequisites: NoCourse contents:

Outline of the theoretical course: Object and productive directions ofFloriculture. Classification of floricultural plants. Growth factors offloricultural plants (genetic improvement, physiology, environmentalconditions). Propagation of floricultural plants (seeds, cuttings, offshoots,bulbs etc). Cultivation cares (soil preparation, planting, substrates,fertilization, light and moisture regulation in the greenhouse,physiopathology, supporting, pruning). Problems and perspectives of

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Greek Floriculture. Outline of laboratorial exercises: Substrates (preparation of soilmixtures and substrate mixtures). Application of the most importantpropagation methods. Seed propagation (seedling in boxes, in seedingdisks, in re-usable singular pots, in one use pots, in plastic bags, in seed-beds). Cutting preparation for mist propagation in order to root (stem orbranch cuttings, leaf cuttings, "leaf-bud" cuttings). Application of hormonalproducts. Propagation by offshoots. Propagation by layering (undergroundand air). Propagation by underground vegetating organs (bulbs, corms,tubers, tuberous roots and rhizomes). Grafting (whip graft, side graft,budding). Transplantation. Cultivation techniques. (irrigation, fertilization,adjustment of light and moisture in the greenhouse, physiopathology,supporting, pruning). Recommended Reading:

1. Savvas Dim. 2003. General Floriculture. Embrio Editions, Athina





4th SEMESTER

AGRICULTURAL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIONCode : 401


Category : MELA

Year : B

Semester : D

Credits : 5


Objective: The presentation of basic concepts of the Organisation andBusiness Administration with particular reference to the distinctivefeatures of the agri-foodstuffs enterprises. Prerequisites: NoCourse contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: Introduction to the organisationalmanagement. Planning. Organisation. Crewing of enterprises.Communication. Control. Self-administration, self-management. TotalQuality Administration.Recommended Reading:

1. Bartol K. M & Martin D. C., "Management ", Third Edition, International

Edition, Irwin / McGraw - Hill Publications, 1998

2. Patsis Panagiotis, "Organisation and Management of Agricultural Exploitations"

2002.

3. Tzortzakis Kostas, "Organisation and Administration, Management: New ideas

and Techniques in the 21 century ", Rosili Editions, 2002.

4. Holevas Ioannis, "Organisation and Administration of Enterprises, Theory and

Action, Management ", Sbilias Editions, 2002.





GENERAL ENTOMOLOGYCode : 402Type : Compulsory (C) Category : SBCYear : BSemester : DCredits : 5Lecturer : Eirini KARANASTASIObjective: Students are provided with the necessary knowledge so thatthey become fully aware of the entity of pests in Greek and Europeancrops. Students are taught the morphological characteristics andclassification of the most harmful groups. Emphasis is given on the mostimportant pests for each major crop.Prerequisites: NoCourse contents:

Outline of Theoretical course: Introduction to the Phylum ofArthropods. Study of Arthropod classes. Study of insect body andexoskeleton. Morphological features of insects. Life cycle, growth and lifespan of insects. Digestive system: Parts and organs, glands, digestion and nutritionmechanism and physiology, metabolism.Circulatory system: spinal vessels, Haemocoel and its circulationExcretion system: Malpighi tubes, fat layer, labial glands.Respiratory system: Tracheas, respiratory foramina, mechanism andphysiology of the respiratory function.Nervous system: Neurocyte, kinds of cells, ganglia, nerves, action oforganophosphate insecticides and nervous system. Organisation (Brain,Jaw brain, abdominal ganglia chain and their subdivisions). Eye structureand function.Muscular system: flying mechanism and muscles.Reproductive system: sexual reproduction, male and female reproductiveorgans, breeding, eggs, fertilisation, foetal growth.Insect development. Larval stages and determination.Characteristic features of mites (acari), with emphasis on reproductionand growth. Taxonomy and study of the most important families.

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Morphology and taxonomy of plant parasitic nematodes, infection mode,symptoms, and study of the most important species which constitute amajor problem in Agriculture.Outline of laboratorial exercises: Insect placement in the PhylumArthropoda, phylogenetic origin of insects, and reference to major classesand their morphological characteristics.Genetic classification of insects. Study of insect head: eyes, antennae,mouth parts and types. Study of thorax: leg types, wing types. Study ofabdomen: reproductive organs. Study of larval stages, morphologicalfeatures: head, thoracic legs, pseudopodia. Identification of major classesof larvae. Course contents:, biology, ethology and complex of symptoms ofeconomic significant insects belonging to the following classes:Thysanoptera, Orthoptera, Lepidoptera, Hymenoptera, Diptera,Coleoptera, Hemiptera.Recommended Reading:

1. Pollini A., Ponti. I. and Laffi F. (2002) Enemies of horticultures. Zeus Editions.

2. McGavin G.C. (2001) Essential Entomology. Oxford University Press.

3. Pelekasis K.E.D. (1981) Courses of Agricultural Entomology. Volume A

Morphology Systematic. Agronomic University of Athens.

4. Pelekasis K.E.D. (1984) Courses of Agricultural Zoology. Agronomic University

of Athens.

5. Pelekasis K.E.D. (1986) Courses of Agricultural Entomology. Volume B Special

Entomology. Agronomic University of Athens.

6. Tzanakakis M.E. and Katsogiannos V.I (2003) Insects of fruit-bearing trees and

vine. Agrotypos.

7. O' Toole C. The New Encyclopedia of Insects and their allies. Oxford

University Press.

Hours / Week: 4(L=2, LW=2)




IRRIGATION - DRAINAGECode : 403


Category : SBC

Year : B

Semester : D

Credits : 4

Lecturers : Charidimos DROSSOS

Objective: Comprehension of the basic principles and practices thatresult in the right application of irrigation and drainage. Emphasis is placedon soil as a means of water transport and storage, on water consumption

by farming, on irrigation programming, on the way the irrigation is applied,on the drainage of the surplus water from the soil, on the sources ofwater supply and the way of water distribution.Prerequisites: NoCourse contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: Analysis of the laws and the conditionsthat govern water movement in homogeneous or layered- saturated orunsaturated soils. The phenomenon of filtration is investigated. Thecalculation of the effective soil moisture is analyzed. Water consumptionby farming. Analysis and calculation of the phenomenon ofevapotranspiration as well as the factors that affect it. The way ofcalculating the needs for irrigation water for farming is analyzed. Coursecontents: and analysis of the modes of irrigation (surface forms – spraying– drip irrigation). Origin and measurement mode of irrigation water.Design and operation of transport and application irrigation networksCalculation of drainage networks.Outline of laboratorial exercises: Introductory concepts, soil – soilwater. Water movement in the soil – Darsy’s Law. Saturated flow inhomogeneous soil and layered soil. Unsaturated flow in homogeneousand layered soil. Calculation of available and effective soil moisture.Evapotranspiration and factors that affect it. Farming needs in irrigationwater – Salt wash out. Depth – Duration – Range of irrigation. Methodsof surface irrigation – Spray irrigation. Drip Irrigation. Irrigation- Drainagenetworks. Subsoil Drainage. Bibliography:

1. Papazafeiriou Z. G. 1984. Principles and practice of irrigations. Ziti Editions.

2. Terzidis G. A. and Karamouzis D. N. 1986, Drainage. Ziti Editions.

3. Konstantinidis K. A. 1990 Land Reclamation.Sakoula Editions.

4. Mihelakis N. G. 1988 Systems of automatic irrigation (drip irrigation) Agro

technical Editions.





UNDER COVER VEGETABLE CROP PRODUCTION ICode : 404


Category : SC

Year : B

Semester : D

Credits : 7

Lecturers : Spiridon PETROPOULOS, Georgios KIRIAKOPOULOS,

Eleni HATZIEFSTRATIOU

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Objective: To provide students with special theoretical and practicalknowledge concerning the cultivation of tomato, pepper, cucumber,eggplant and lettuce, enabling them to organize and direct thedevelopment of dynamic vegetable crop exploitation. Prerequisites: General Vegetable CropsCourse contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: Origin, botanical classification, soil andclimate requirements, propagation techniques, plant genetics, varieties ofcultivation technique, diseases, harvest, storage and quality standardsfollowing plants: Cucumber, Tomato, Eggplant, Pepper, Lettuce.Outline of laboratorial exercises: Plant installation (soil preparation,production of seedlings, propagation, transplanting or direct seeding),cultivation practices (e.g. irrigation, fertilization, plant formation, pruning,supporting, pest control, fruit setting etc), harvest – post harvest care.Recommended Reading:

1. Olympios Chr. 2001. The technique of Greenhouse Horticulture. Stamoulis

Editions.

2. Dimitrakis K.G. 1998. Vegetable Crops. Agro Typos Editions, Athens.

3. Konstantopoulou El. 2000. Laboratory Notes of Vegetable Crops II

4. Atherton, J. G. and J. Rudich. 1986. The Tomato Crop. Chapman and Hall,

London, New York, pp. 661.

5. Lorenz O. A. and Maynard D. N. 1988. Handbook for vegetable Growers. John

Wiley & Sons, New York.

6. Wittwer S. J. and Honma, S. 1979. Greenhouse Tomatoes, Lettuce and

Cucumbers. Michigan State University Press. East Lansing.

7. Yamaguchi, M. 1983. World Vegetables. Avi Publishing Company Inc.

Westport, Connecticut, pp. 415.





INDOOR AND OUTDOOR PLANTSCode : 405


Category : SC

Year : B

Semester : D

Credits : 6

Lecturer : Georgios LIKOKANELOS

Objective: The students’ familiarization with the most importantornamental indoor and outdoor plants in order to be able to choose themost appropriate ones for each case and to take full advantage of themproviding the necessary farming care. For this aim, information is provided

concerning the Course contents:, flowering, propagation, soil and climateconditions, the ornamental value and use of the most important plants.Prerequisites: General FloricultureCourse contents:

Outline of theoretical course: Course contents: (classification-morphology-place of origin-varieties), production, cultivation techniques,plant protection (pest and diseases) and uses of the most importantornamental outdoor plants. Classification, Course contents:, cultivationtechniques and uses of the most important ornamental indoor plants.Elements of interior decoration.Outline of laboratorial exercises: In each plant unit (summer andspring annual plants, bulbs-tubers-rhizomes, climber plants, deciduoustrees and shrubs, evergreen trees and shrubs, indoor plants) there shouldbe a presentation of the plants (the entire plant, the leaves, the flower,the fruit and other characteristic parts of it) that are cultivated in the TEIarea with visits in nurseries or gardens of the region or in special caseswith samples and photographs in order to familiarize the student with theplants and their easy recognition at any stage. At the same time, thereshould be special reference on the way that these plants are used ingardening or the decoration of indoor areas (as far as interior plants areconcerned) with various examples and gardening exercises.Recommended Reading:

1. Vogiatzi-Georgakopoulou Chrysothemis, 2000. Outdoor Ornamental Plants

2. Bourou Gerasimoula, 2000. Notes of Floriculture IV, TEI of Mesologgi.





SOIL RESOURCES MANAGEMENTCode : 406


Category : SBC

Year : B

Semester : D

Credits : 3

Lecturers : Vasilios TRIANTAFILIDIS, Angelos PAPASAVVAS

Objective: To develop procedures, strategies and systems that maintainor enhance beneficial soil properties and environmental quality, retain afavorable ecological balance, and sustain productivity.Prerequisites: Soil ScienceCourse contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: Sustainable agricultural systems and allland uses require a well functioning soil resource. Soil’s capacity to control

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water and solute flow, to serve as a nutrient reserve and the primarylocation for nutrient cycling processes, to act as a purifying, filtering andbuffering media for waste, and to function as a structural support mediaenabling it to function as the central resource to sustain plant productivity,maintain or enhance water and air quality, and support human health.These functions are not only important to agricultural issues, but directlyaffect many of our other current concerns - sustainable development,biodiversity, global change and environmental qualoity. Management ofthe soil resource has led to the collapse of civilizations.The students should be able to understand the physical, chemical andbiological processes that make up soil systems and that provide capacityfor soil-based ecosystem services.Describing processes that expose or protect soils from threats (e.g.organic matter loss, erosion, contamination, compaction, loss ofbiodiversity and sealing) and developing policy and better technology forsoil management and conservation in both rural nad urban areas.Recommended Reading:

1. Abrol, D. I., I. S. P. Yadav., and Massoud 1988. Salt affected soils and their

management. Soil Bull, 39. FAO, Rome.

2. Ayers, R.S.., and W.D. Westcof 1985. Water quality for Agriculture. Irrigation

and drainage. Paper No 29. FAO, Rome.

3. Giasoglou, I.N. 1995. Courses of Applied Soil Science. Athina.

4. Mitsios, I., K. Panagias and H. Pashalidis 1995. Soil erosion. Anti-erosion

protection measures. Athina. Zymel Editions.

5. Misopolinos, D.N. 1991. Problematic soils. Study, forecast, improvement.

Giahoudi - Giapouli, Thessaloniki.

6. Page, A. L. 1982. ed. Methods of soils analysis. Part 2. Chemical and

Microbiological Properties. SSSA, Madison, WI.

7. Sinanis, K. N. 1998. Notes of Soil Development. T.E.I of Heraklion.

8. Sys, C. 1985. Land evaluation. Part, II, III. International training center for post

graduate soil scientists. State university of Ghent, Belgium





5th SEMESTER

UNDER COVER VEGETABLE CROP PRODUCTION IICode : 501


Category : SC

Year : C

Semester : E

Credits : 6

Lecturers : Spiridon PETROPOULOS, Georgios KIRIAKOPOULOS,


Objective: To provide the special theoretical and practical knowledgeconcerning the cultivation of melon, watermelon, summer squash andfresh beans, enabling students to organize and direct the development ofa dynamic vegetable exploitation.Prerequisites: General Vegetable CropsCourse contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: Origin, botanical classification,, soil andclimate requirements, propagation, genetic improvement, varieties, farmingtechnique, diseases, harvest, and standardisation of the following plants:Melon, Watermelon, Summer squash, Fresh bean, Strawberry and otherspecies (Mushrooms, bananas etc.).Outline of laboratorial exercises: Plant installation (soil preparation,production of seedlings, propagation, transplanting or direct seeding),cultivation practices (e.g. irrigation, fertilization, plant formation, pruning,supporting, pest control, fruit setting etc), harvest – post harvest care.Recommended Reading:

1. Dimitrakis K.G. 1998. Vegetable Crops. AgroTypos Editions, Athina.

2. Olympios Chr. 1998. The Technique of Greenhouse Horticulture

3. Konstantopoulou El. 1998. Laboratory Notes of Vegetable Crops III,

4. Lorenz O. A. and Maynard D. N. 1988. Handbook for vegetable Growers. John

Wiley & Sons, New York.

5. Yamaguchi, M. 1983. World Vegetables. Avi Publishing Company Inc. Westport,

Connecticut, pp. 415.





PLANT PROTECTION PRODUCTSCode : 502


Category : SBC

Year : C

Semester : E

Credits : 6

Lecturer : Aliki TZIMA

Objective: This course will familiarize students with the variety ofpossibilities (mainly chemical, but also biological and integrated) forcontrolling pests and diseases of cultivated crops. It will offer knowledgeon every chemical substance and the biological factors available for thispurpose. Students should understand the significance of plant protection

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products standardization, application technology, means and ways ofapplication in different cultivation systems and their impact on humansand the environment. Prerequisites: General Plant PathologyCourse contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: Chemical control of pests (botanicalinsecticides, synthetic/organic insecticides). Insecticides with a new modeof action. Mineral oils (toxicology, phytotoxicity, mode of action, uses,advantages and disadvantages). Substances affecting insect behavior(attractive, repellent). Insect pheromones, types and placement of insecttraps. Insect resistance to insecticides (types, significance, managementstrategies). Biological properties of fungicide, bactericide compounds.Fungicides (inorganic, organic, with or without specialized modes ofaction). New groups of fungicides. Fungicide resistance and resistancemanagement. Nematicides. Acaricides. Herbicides (organic, inorganic),modes of action, soil behavior, persistence, uses. Biological plantprotection products (fungi, bacteria), microbial insecticides, B.thuringiensis. Transgenic plants (GMO crops), strategies to delay orprevent evolution of resistance to Bt crops. Plant growth substances(natural-chemical) and their uses. Outline of laboratorial exercises: Standardization of plant protectionproducts. Additive-ameliorating substances. Types of marketed products.Formulation of biological control agents (fungi, bacteria, viruses,nematodes). Ways of application, future possibilities. Testing of plantproducts. Application of plant protection products, spraying droplettechnology (dissemination, distribution). Spraying equipment-types ofsprayers. Application of ppp. in greenhouse crops. Application of ppp. viairrigation water. Soil disinfection using physical and chemical methods.Herbicide application (available sprayers, selectivity). Calibration ofspraying equipment. Selection of ppp. with regard to beneficial organisms.Toxicity, phytotoxicity. Residues of ppp. (maximum residue limits,acceptable daily uptake). Adverse effects of ppp. to the environment(pollution of surface, groundwater and soil). Recommended Reading:

1. Georgakopoulos, S.G., Ziogas, V.N. (1992). Principles and Methods of Plant

Disease Management, Athina.

2. Giannopolitis, K.N. (1999). Plant-protection Products, Agrotypos Editions,

Athina.

3. Eleftherohorinos, I.G. (1996). Weed Science, Agrotypos Editions, Athina.

4. Papadopoulou-Mourkidou, E. (1991). Pesticides Part I and II, Aristotle

University of Thessaloniki Editions.

5. Paspatis, E.A. (1999). Plant regulatory substances.

6. Emden van, H. F. (1989). Pest Control 2 nd Edition, Cambridge University

Press, London

7. Hall, F.R., Menn, J.J. (1996). Biopesticides Use and Delivery, Humana Press,

Totowa, NY, USA

8. Hassall, K.A. (1990). The Biochemistry and Uses of Pesticides 2 nd Edition,

VCH, Weinheim

9. Jarvis, W.R. (1993). Managing Diseases in Greenhouse Crops, APS Press, USA

10. Matthews, G.A. (1979). Pesticide Application Methods, Longman, London

11. Matthews, G.A., Hisloq, E.C. (1993). Application Technology for Crop

Protection, CAB International, London





APPLIED PHYSIOLOGY OF PLANTSCode : 503


Category : SC

Year : C

Semester : E

Credits : 6

Lecturers : Georgios SALAHAS, Georgios ZERVOUDAKIS

Objective: The comprehension of growth processes and plantdifferentiation and awareness of their physiology issues aiming at thedevelopment of practical applications agriculture.Prerequisites: NoCourse contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: The comprehension of growthprocesses and plant differentiation and awareness of their physiologyissues aiming at the development of practical applications agriculture Outline of laboratorial exercises: Introduction to chromatography forthe cellular substances isolation. Quantification of chlorophylls a) with leafhomogenation and b) with a portable chlorophyll-meter. Chlorophyllstandard curve and vivo chlorophyll estimation. Protein standard curve(Bradford method). Leaf protein quantification. In vivo measurement ofplant physiological parameters (photosynthesis, transpiration and stomatalconductance) with a portable instrument.Recommended Reading:

1. Salahas G. (1997). Applied Plant Physiology. TEI of Mesologgi.

2. Karataglis P. (1999). Plant Physiology. Art of Text Editions.

3. Salahas G. (1996). Botany II (Laboratory Practice on Plant Physiology and

Biochemistry). TEI of Mesologgi.





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CUT FLOWERSCode : 504


Category : SC

Year : C

Semester : E

Credits : 7

Lecturers : Georgios GEORGIOS, Georgios LIKOKANELOS

Objective: Students should get adequate knowledge on the principles,methods and techniques applied in every stage of cut flowers productionas well as the postharvest handling required in order to increase the lifeexpectancy of cut flowers.Prerequisites: General Floriculture.Course contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: The development of the GreekFloriculture. Problems- perspectives. Culture features (classification,Description, installation, farming requirements, propagation) of the majoroutdoor and greenhouse cut flowers (Roses, Dianthus, Gerbera,Gladiolus, Lilium, Tulips, Chrysanthemum, Orchids, etc.). Post harvesthandling-standardization. Marketing of cut flowers.Outline of laboratorial exercises: Description of the morphologicalcharacteristics of bulbs, tubers and rhizomes. Analysis of factors influencingthe growth and production of tulips, cyclamen, gladiolus and dahlia.Cultivation care, climatic and soil requirements of plants for cut flowers(Chrysanthemum, Roses, Dianthus, Gerbera). Pruning, top cutting andpropagation with cuttings from Roses and Dianthus. Application ofmaintenance solutions for cut flowers. Visits to local greenhousesproducing cut flowers and discussion with producers.Recommended Reading: 1. Kavga Ag. 2000. Notes on floriculture II. TEI of Messolonghi.

Hours / Week: 6 (L=3, LW=3)Teaching Methods: Lecture & Laboratory Work Assessment Methods: Written & Oral ExaminationLanguage of Instruction: Greek

MARKETING OF AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTSCode : 505

Type : Compulsory Elective(CE)

Category : MELA

Year : C

Semester : E

Credits : 5

Lecturers : Fotios TSIFOPANOPOULOS, Konstantina ZARKADOULA

Objective: The acquisition of knowledge on issues of Marketing, markets

of offer and demand and the problems of trading of agricultural products. Prerequisites: NoCourse contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: The concept and content of Marketing.Production – consumption. The agricultural production concerningMarketing. Processing – standardisation. Sale. Transformation. Research ofmarket. Configuration of prices. Offer – demand. Analysis of tradingproblems.Outline of laboratorial exercises: Application exercises. Case studies.Recommended Reading:

1. Galanis B. 1995: Rural Marketing. Stamoulis Editions, Athina.





LEAF ANALYSISCode : 506


Category : SBC

Year : C

Semester : E

Credits : 5

Lecturers : Eirini KARANASTASI, Angelos PAPASAVVAS

Objective: Leaf analysis or/and other parts of the plant with a view tosolving multiple and complex problems related to the nutritionalcondition of cultivated plants. Chemical analysis of leaves, combined withsoil analysis and other information like cultivating treatmets, fertilizationand disease control constitute a valuable tool for the diagnosis ofdisorders arising during plant growth. Prerequisites: NoCourse’s Course contents

Outline of Theoretical Course: General information about plant tissues’composition the assimilation of nutrients, as well as elements for theplant-soil system. Necessary nutrients (Major elements-trace elements).Deficiency diseases and toxicity of nutrients. Factors affecting assimilationof nutrients. Information about plant tissue analysis. Leaf analysis. Chemicalanalysis of plants. Application of leaf analysis on cultivation.Outline of laboratorial exercises: Principles and ways of sampling. Planttissue sampling. Sample preparation. Chemical analysis of plant tissues(spectrometry, flame photometry, atomic absorption, use of selectiveelectrodes for ion determination etc.). Symptoms complex of nutrientdeficiencies and toxicity in cultivated plants.Recommended Reading:

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1. Chen, Y.; Hadar, Y., 1991, Iron Nutrition and interactions in plants,

Developments Plant Soil, 43.

2. Jones J. Benton, 1998, Plant Nutrition Manual, CRC Pr., 1998c.

3. Srivastava, P.C.; Cupta U.C., 1996, Trace elements in crop production, Sci. Publ.,

1996c.

4. Steenbjerg, F., 1951, Leaf of Analysis. Hilger and Watts Ltd. London, 176 pp.

5. Tsitsia Kiriakou, 1996: Leaf Analysis, O∂¢μ, Athina.

6. Westerman, R. L., 1990, Soil of testing and plant analysis. Soil Sci. Society

America, 3.





6th SEMESTER

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURECode : 601


Category : SC

Year : C

Semester : F

Credits : 7

Lecturers : Georgios GEORGIOS, Nikolaos KOROBELIS

Objective: To introduce students to the philosophy of garden and parkArchitecture and to analyze its three dimensions: the science, the art andthe technique, as well as the methodology of planning, installation andmaintenance of gardens and parks.Prerequisites: Indoor and Outdoor PlantsCourse contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: Introductive concepts and definitions. Ahistoric review. The evolution of garden design in Greece and around theworld. Modern techniques of outdoor spaces design. Designmethodology. Selection, use and handling of plant material. The use ofnatural and artificial materials in garden constructions. The plant’sinstallation in the garden (earthworks, design laying out on the ground,planting-supporting). Park and garden management. How to make up alandscape architecture study.Outline of laboratorial exercises: The concept of scale and itsapplications. Region mapping and its scale registration. Methodology ofsite analysis. Draft planning, determination and analysis of the places to beused. Basic principles and elements of landscape design. Application ofplant material or hard materials in spaces with different needs.Presentation and analysis of known landscape architects’ projects. Garden

design using the 3D Landscape software. Shaping and topographicalplanning of ambient space.Recommended Reading:

1. Eleftheriadis Nikos (1998) Architecture of Parks and Gardens. Instructive notes.

TEI of Kavala.

2. Cooper Guy, (1934) Gardens for the future: gestures against the wild / Guy

Cooper & Gordon Tay. - London: Conran Octopus, 2000.

3. Gehl Jan, (1936), "Life between buildings: using public space", 3rd ed,

Copenhagen Arkitektens Forlag, c1996.

4. McHoy Peter, (1998), The Ultimate Garden Planner. Lorenz Books: Anness

Publishing Limited, 1998.

5. Richardson Tim, (2004) "The vanguard landscapes and gardens of Martha

Schwartz", London: Thames & Hudson, 2004

6. Stebbings Geof, (1999), The RHS book of planting schemes, Conran Octopus

Limited, 1999.

7. Walker Peter, (1932) Peter Walker and Partners: landscape architecture -

defining the craft / Pe. - London: Thames & Hudson, 2005





HYDROPONICSCode : 602


Category : SC

Year : C

Semester : F

Credits : 6

Lecturer : Eleni KONSTANTOPOULOU, Eleni PSATHA

Objective: To familiarize students with the technique and applications ofhydroponics, a new "non soil" method of horticultural production. Prerequisites: General Vegetable CropsCourse contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: Types of non soil culture. Advantages -disadvantages. Substrate materials of culture. Hydroponics systems.Familiarization with the concept of Hydroponics. Hydroponic equipment,plant installation in hydroponic systems, irrigation and fertilization.Hydroponics of the main vegetable and flower plants.Outline of laboratorial exercises: Composition of a nutritive solutionfor horticultural plants. Analysis and preparation of individual systems ofhydroponics (preparation and supply system of a nutritive solution, plantand substrate receptors etc.). Familiarization with the developmentsubstrates of hydroponics. Familiarization with water-soluble fertilizers and

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preparation of a nutritive solution for hydroponics’ irrigation. Installation ofa hydroponic culture (horticultural or floricultural kinds) in varioussubstrates. Control of nutritive solution and plant growth.Recommended Reading:

1. Mavrogiannopoulos G.N. 1994. Hydroponic cultures and nutritious solutions. A.

Stamouli Editions. Athina.

2. Savvas Dim. 2000. Hydroponic cultures. Notes for TEI of Ipiros.

3. Winsor, G. W., R. G. Hurd and D. Price, 1985.2 nd edition). Nutrient Film

Technique. Glasshouse Crops Research Institute, Littlehampton 60 pp.

4. Wittwer S. H. and Honma S., 1979. Greenhouse Tomatoes, Lettuce and

cucumbers. East Lansing, Michigan State University Press, 225 pp.





PROTECTION OF ORNAMENTAL AND VEGETABLE CROPSCode : 603


Category : SC

Year : C

Semester : F

Credits : 6

Lecturers : Aliki TZIMA , Christos ARABANTZIS ,

Souzana PANAGIOTOPOULOU

Objective: To familiarize students with the most important pests anddiseases of ornamental and vegetable plants. To help them gainexperience in identifying pests and diseases, resolving diagnostic problems,understanding disease epidemiology and pest biology and finallyimplementing possible ways of effective control, with special emphasis onintegrated pest control.Prerequisites: General Entomology, Plant Protection Products Course contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: Descriprion of the most importantpests (insects, mites, plant parasitic nematodes), diseases (fungal, bacterial,viral, phytoplasmatic), weeds, phanerogam parasites higher plants, nonparasitic diseases of ornamentals and vegetables. Biology, epidemiology and development conditions of pests. Ways of pestcontrol with chemical means, biological means (beneficial organisms) andspecial emphasis on integrated pest control.Outline of laboratorial exercises: Description of the most commonsymptoms and signs manifested by pathogens infecting vegetable cropsand ornamentals. Evaluation of infestations, differential diagnosis, andidentification of possible infection causes. Microscopic observation of

pathogens, stereoscopic observation of pests. Knowledge of themorphology and features that differentiate them and allow their diagnosis. Recommended Reading:

1. Tzavella-Klonari, K., Katis, N.I. (1997). Diseases of Vegetable and Ornamental

Plants. Aristotle University of Thessaloniki Publications.

2. Panagopoulos, H.G. (1995).Vegetable Crop Diseases, A. Stamouli Editions,

Athina-Pireas.

3. Stamopoulos, D.K. (1996). Insects of warehouses, big cultures and vegetables,

Zissis Editions, Thessaloniki.

4. Bennett, W.F. (1996). Nutrient Deficiencies & Toxicities in Crop Plants, APS

Press, USA

5. Blancard, D. (1992). A Colour atlas of Tomato Diseases, Wolfe Publishing Ltd,

England.

6. MacNab, A.A., Sherf, A.F., Springer, J.K. (1983). Identifying Diseases of

Vegetables, Pennsylvania State University, Pennsylvania, USA.

7. Powell, C.C., Lindquist, R.K. (1997). Ball Pest & Disease Manual 2 nd Edition,

Ball Publishing, Illinois, USA.

8. Zitter, T.A., Hopkins, D.L., Thomas, C.E. (1996). Compendium of Cucurbit

Diseases, APS Press, USA.

9. University of California (1992). Integrated Pest management of Cole Crops and

Lettuce, California, USA





PLANT BREEDINGCode : 604


Category : SC

Year : C

Semester : F

Credits : 7

Lecturers : Vasilios PAPASOTIROPOULOS

Objective: The students will become familiar with the basic principles of

plant breeding.They will obtain knowledge about the methods and

techniques used in the application of plant breeding schemes. Finally, they

will be able to design and execute plant breeding experiments and

evaluate the data obtained.

Prerequisites: Genetics

Course contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: Plant reproduction, Population genetics

elements. Genetic variance, inbreeding, inbreeding depression, heterosis.

Breeding and selection of self and cross polinating plants. Hybrid

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production. Mutation breeding. Cross species hybridisation. Biotechnology

in plant breeding. Molecular breeding.

Outline of laboratorial exercises: Basic principles of agricultural

experimentation.Analysis of variance. The completely randomized design.

Randomized Block Design, Latin Square Design. Cross breeding

techniques. DNA technology in plant breeding.


1. Kaltsikis Pantoussis J. 1992: Plant Breeding: Principles and Methods. A. Stamoulis

Editions, Athina.

2. Fanourakis N. (1999). Genetic Plant Breeding-Basic principles. ION Editions,

Athina 1999.

3. Xynias I. (2004). Plants Breeding Laboratorial exercises. Embrio Editions, Athina

2004.

4. Plant Breeding Laboratory Notes 2000. D. Metzakis Mesologgj 2000.

5. G. Kalloo and B O’ Bergh (1993). Genetic Improvement of Vegetable Crops.

Pergamon 1993.





PLANT NUTRITIONCode : 605

Type : Compulsory Elective (CE)

Category : SBC

Year : C

Semester : F

Credits : 4

Lecturer : Georgios SALAHAS

Objective: Essential knowledge on plant nutrition. Quantity of nutrientsthat the plants receive per unit of water volume consumed. The stage ofplant growth and the nutritional needs. The dependence of the nutrientsabsorption on the climatic conditions. The forms of absorption ofinorganic nutrients and their physiological importance. The selectivity ofion absorption and their passage through the membranes. Theimportance of physicochemical activities (photosynthesis) in theabsorption of ions. The transport of ions from the roots to the shoot. Prerequisites: NoCourse contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: General principles on plant nutrition.Transport of ions in the plant. Effect of intrinsic and extrinsic factors inplant nutrition. Transfer processes in the whole plant body. The plantyield in relation to the concentration of nutrients. Special effect ofnutrients on the plant operations (nitrogen, phosphor, sulphur, potassium,

calcium, magnesium, trace elements). Inorganic elements withadvantageous or negative action on plant operations (Si, Co, Al, heavymetals, etc). Reaction of plants to salinity. Physiology of adaptation to saltyenvironment. Recommended Reading:

1. Drosopoulou B. Ioannou, 1992, Inorganic Plant Nutrition, Agroponic University

of Athens.

2. Barrow, N.J., 1993, Plant nutrition from genetic engineering to field practice.

Kluwer Academic Publ., 1993c.

3. Fageria, N.K.; Baligar, V.C.; Jones, Charles Allan., 1997, Growth and mineral

nutrition of field crops., New York, Marcel Dekker, 1997c. Books Soils Plants

Enviro, 57.





QUALITY ASSESSMENTCode : 606


Category : MELA

Year : C

Semester : F

Credits : 4

Lecturer : Georgios ALEXOPOULOS

Objective: Knowledge of the significance of ‘quality’ and its parameters. Prerequisites: NoCourse contents:Outline of Theoretical Course: Introduction to the total quality, qualityand productivity, environment and quality, control of quality. Qualityassurance. From the quality assurance to total quality, models of totalquality, definition of ISO 9000. The models in detail.Recommended Reading:

1. Tsiotras G. 2002: Quality Improvement. Benou Editions. Athina.





7th SEMESTER

GRADUATE SEMINARCode : 701


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Category : SC

Year : D

Semester : G

Credits : 5


Objective: To develop the student’s ability to find sources, combineinformation, write an essay, analyze and successfully present a selectedtopic relevant to their specialty in a seminar, conference etc..Prerequisites: NoCourse contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: Essay writing and presentation, as wellas presentation of topics selected by the school personnel and specialisedvisitors on the recent developments of agriculture and greenhousetechnology. Discussion of presented essays. References and searches. Oraland written presentation. Selected topics also include those related to thePrinciples of Technological Research.Recommended Reading:





PRINCIPLES OF ORGANIC FARMINGCode : 702


Category : SBC

Year : D

Semester : G

Credits : 6

Lecturer : Georgios KAPOTIS

Objective: The course aims at training the students on issues ofEuropean Community legislation on organic farming and the rationalagricultural practical application of organic farming and the standardisationof the control and certification system operation. Prerequisites: NoCourse contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: Forms and trends in agriculture. Basicprinciples of organic farming and its effect on the ecosystem. Structureand activities of international organisations and committees. Analysis ofCommunity legislation on organic farming. Organisation and operation ofa control and certification operator. Process of organic product controland certification. Qualitative characteristics of organic farming products.Application of organic farming to the culture of vegetables and plants.Organisation of organic farmers. Packaging, presentation and promotion

of organic farming products. Outline of laboratorial exercises: Agricultural ecosystems. Soilmanagement in organic farming. Soil fertility. Basic choices of organicfarming (green manure, crop rotation, catch crop, co-culture, soil cover).Composts. Methods of composting. Biological fertilizers (organic andinorganic- Course contents:, use, properties). Plant defence mechanisms.Pest and disease control with biological means. Biological plant protectionpreparations. Recommended Reading:

1. Anonymous (1998). Minutes of a Scientific Two-day Conference, TEI of

Kalamata " Organic Farming. Reality - Prospects "Agrotypos

2. Stavroulakis G. Analysis of Community Legislation on Organic Agriculture.

3. Blake, L. (1994). Organic farming and growing. The Crowood Press, U.K., 221

pp.

4. Lampkin N. (1990) Organic Farming. Farming Press, U.K., 701 pp.

5. Lampkin, N. and Padel, P. (1994). The economics of organic farming. CAB I,

U.K., 468 pp.

6. National Research Council (1989). Alternative Agriculture. National Academy

Press, Washigton, 448 pp.





RENEWABLE AND ALTERNATIVE SOURCES IN GREENHOUSESCode : 703


Category : SBC

Year : D

Semester : G

Credits : 7


Objective: Understanding of the meaning of soft and alternative energysources. Learning of the basic theoretical principles and their applicationsin greenhouse cultivations and in the agricultural sector in general. Gainingthe ability to evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of practicalapplications and to select the optimum. Prerequisites: NoCourse contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: The energy policy in the area ofrenewable energy sources in Greece. Energy sources and energyconversions. Solar energy, emphasizing on collection and conversionsystems of solar energy (thermal collectors, photovoltaic and hybridphotovoltaic systems). Wind power emphasizing on the use of wind

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machines and small wind-generators.Geothermal energy. Biomass and cultivations methods of energy plants.Development of infrared radiation systems as alternative heating means ofgreenhouses. Basic principles of heat transmission used in the application of renewableand alternative energy sources in greenhouses.Outline of laboratorial exercises: Measurements and calculations ofsolar radiation-solar radiation absorption from material surfaces.Presentation of solar energy systems.Measurements and calculations of solar (thermal) collectors’ efficiency forthe conversion of solar radiation to thermal energy. Measurements andcalculations of PV systems’ efficiency as well as PVT systems’ efficiency forthe conversion of solar radiation to thermal and electrical energy.Measurements and calculations of wind velocity, types and basiccharacteristic dimensions of wind machines and small wind-generators.Measurements and calculations of wind/PV cells hybrid systems’ efficiencyfor the conversion of solar radiation to electrical energy. Presentation ofexperimental technologies for biomass energy conversion.Recommended Reading:

1. Duffie J, Beckman W. 1991: Solar engineering of thermal processes. New

York: John Wiley and Sons Inc.

2. Giannoulis Pan. 2003: Renewable sources of energy. University of Patras

Publications.





URBAN AND SUBURBAN FLORACode : 704


Category : SBC

Year : D

Semester : G

Credits : 6


Objective: To make students capable in the management of the urbanand suburban flora, so that they correspond to the needs andrequirements of modern society, and the use of trees in parks and rowsof trees. To make students understand the role and the specificities ofsuburban flora in middle-structured, agricultural and forest environment,so that they can plan its use, protection and improvement for the needsof urban population.Prerequisites: No

Course contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: Recreation, aesthetics, protectivefunction of the urban and suburban flora. Use of these areas. Parks.Gardens. Rows of trees. Ecological peculiarities of a city. The effect oftrees and specifically of the urban green on the city. Selection of suitablespecies with ecological, functional and aesthetic criteria. Improvementmeasures of the living conditions of the city trees. Visual improvements ofaesthetic and other degraded forests and forest ecosystems. Vegetationtreatment, installation and re-installation of it. Plantings in structured andnatural environments. Suitable tools and machines. Supply of plantingmaterial. Design of aesthetic reforestations. Human interventions andirreparable ecological results. Re-establishment of disturbed regions.Outline of laboratorial exercises: Laboratorial exercises, compositionand presentation of case studies individually or in groups of students. Thestudy of a specific subject with visits and collection of informationfollowed by analysis and management proposals.


1. Dafis, S. 2001. Forestry of cities. Art of Text Editions. Thessaloniki. pp. 198.

2. Mayer, H. F. 1982. Bdume in der Stadt. Ulmer Verlag. Stuttgart.

3. Mayer H. 1992. Waldbau (Auf soziologisch - okologischer Grundlage). Gustav

Fischer. Stuttgart, Jena, New York.

4. Miller, R. W. 1997. Urban Forestry. Planning and Managing Urban Greenspaces.

Second Edition, Prentice Hall. Upper Saddle River, New Jersey. Pp 502.

5. Smith D., B. Larson, Kelty, M. and P. Ashton 1986. The practice silviculture. John

Wiley and Sons, Inc. New York, Chichester, Brisbane, Toronto, Singapore,

Weinheim

6. Hatzistathis, A. and Dafis, S. 1989. Forestal Nurseries Reforestations. Giahoudi

Editions. Thessaloniki.





POST HARVEST HANDLING AND STANDARDIZATION OFHORTICULTURAL PRODUCTSCode : 705


Category : SBC

Year : D

Semester : G

Credits : 6

Lecturer : Georgios KAPOTIS

Objective: Students should understand the importance of postharvest

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handlings of horticultural products that determine quality. They study thefactors that cause quality reduction and losses of products. Learning andknowledge of parameters and criteria of agricultural products quality, aswell as methods of their maintenance and standardization. Prerequisites: NoCourse contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: Introduction. Structure and compositionof horticultural products. Maturity of horticultural products. Criteria ofharvest maturity. Quality. Postharvest physiology and biochemistry.Physiological action of ethylene. Methods of postharvest treatment.Water loss of fresh products. Injuries from low temperatures. Methods ofstorage of fresh products: Cold rooms, controlled and modifiedatmosphere rooms. Transport of horticultural and ornamental products.Postharvest diseases. Significance and content of standardization.Necessity and advantages of standardization of agricultural products.Preparation of fresh products for the market. Cleaning, sorting and sizeclassification. Application of covering layers. Transport packaging. Marketpackaging. Packaging materials. Standardization and quality control. Outline of laboratorial exercises: Harvest criteria of quality.Measurements of qualitative characteristics of fresh products (form, size,color, firmness, sensory characteristic, acids, sugars, soluble solids,nutrients). Measurements of the physiological parameters of freshproducts (respiration, transpiration, ethylene). Cold storage rooms,controlled atmosphere rooms, modified atmospheres. Packaging materials.Fresh product quality control and standardization.Recommended Reading:

1. Sfakiotakis E. 1995. Post harvest physiology and technology of fresh vegetables

products. E. M. Sfakiotakis Editions, pp. 1-381.

2. Abeles, F. B., 1973. Ethylene in Plant Biology. Academic Press, New York, 302

pp.

3. Hurderburg, R. E., 1986. The commercial storage of fruits, vegetables and florist

and nursery stocks. United States Department of Agriculture. Agr. Handbook, No

66.

4. Ryall, A. L. and Lipton, W. I., 1979. Handling, transportation and storage of fruits

and vegetables. Vol. 1, Vegetables and melons, 2nd ed., chap. 8. Avi Publishing

Co., Westport, Connecticut, USA.

5. Wills, R. B. X., McGlasson, W. B., Graham, D., Lee, T. X. and Hall, E. G., 1989.

Postharvest, 3rd Edn., BSP Professional books, Oxford, U.K., pp. 174.





TECHNICAL & FINANCIAL PROJECT DESIGNCode : 706


Category : SBC

Year : D

Semester : G

Credits : 6


Objective: Knowledge of the basic economic concepts of the AgriculturalEnterprise. Understanding of the basic agricultural-financial concepts, ofthe Agricultural policy of EU and its expediency. Prerequisites: NoCourse contents:

Outline of Theoretical Course: Agricultural enterprise. Theory of Production.

Minimisation. Maximisation. Factors of Production. Depreciations. Interest. Expenses

of plant installation. Agricultural production costing. Agricultural cooperatives.

Market and demand of agricultural work. Necessary changes in the agricultural

exploitations and the agricultural work.






BIOTECHNOLOGYCode : 707


Category : SBC

Year : D

Semester : G

Credits : 6

Lecturer : Vasilios PAPASOTIROPOULOS

Objective: Introduction of the basic principles of biotechnology andtissue culture. Application of these technologies in plant production.Prerequisites: NoCourse contents:

Outline of Theoretical course: DNA cloning. Restriction enzymes,plasmids. Polymerose chain Reaction (PCR). Construction of cDNA andgenomic libraries..Development of transgenic plants. Gene transfer using Agrobacteriumtumefacieus. Genetically modified organism.Tissue culture. Callus formation. Sonatic embryo genesis. Organogenesisand micropropagation. Protoplast isolation and culture. Anther growing.Production of synthetic seeds. In vitro productiion of secondary

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metabolites. Consequences of the novel technologies in plant productionand the environment.Outline of laboratorial practicals: Safety measures in laboratory.Determination of DNA concentration. Plasmid DNA isolation, Digestionof Plasmid and genomic DNA with restriction endomicleoses.Amplification via the polymerose chain Reaction. DNA imaging. Recommended Reading:

1. Hatzopoulos P. (2001) Biotechnology of Plants, Embrio Editions

2. Chawla H.S. (2002) Introduction to Plant Biotechnology. Science Publishers Inc.

3. Primrose S.B., Old R.W and Twyman R.M. (2001) Principles of Gene

Manipulation. Blackwell Scientific Publications.

4. Salemi M. and Vandamme A.M (2004). The Phylogenetic Handbook. Cambridge

University Press.

5. Buchanan B.B., Gruissem W. and Jones R.L. (2000) Biochemistry and Molecular

Biology of Plants. American Society of Plant Physiologists.

6. Dale J.W and von Schatz (2003) From Genes to Genomes: Concepts and

Applications of DNA Technology, Wiley.

7. Slater A., Scott N. and Fowler M. (2003) Plant Biotechnology: The genetic

manipulation of plants. Oxford University Press.





8th SEMESTER

PRACTICAL TRAININGCode : 801


Category :

Year : D

Semester : H

Credits : 10

Lecturer :

Objective:Prerequisites: Successful completion of 70% of credits necessary forgetting a degree (126 credits) and all specialty coursesCourse Contents:Six-month practical training in public entities and enterprises in theAgricultural sector, and Research programs.Recommended Reading:

Hours / Week: 35

Teaching Methods: Exercises / Practicals

Assessment Methods:


DISSERTATIONCode : 802


Category :

Year : D

Semester : H

Credits : 20

Lecturer :

Objective:Prerequisites: Successful completion of 70% of credits necessary forgetting a degree (126 credits) and all specialty courses.Course Contents:Elaboration of a 60-page assignment based on the outcome of a study case, the

study of practical problems, a bibliographic preview and composition.

Recommended Reading: -

Hours / Week: 15 (E/P=15)

Teaching Methods: Exercises / Practicals

Assessment Methods: Presentation


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Georgios KAPOTIS [email protected]

Eirini KARANASTASI [email protected] Assistant Professor

Angeliki KAVGA [email protected] Lecturer

Aristidis PAPAPANAGIOTOU Lecturer

Vassilios PAPASOTIROPOULOS [email protected] Professor

Georgios SALAHAS [email protected]

Fotios TSIFOPANOPOULOS [email protected] Professor

Theodoros VELTSISTAS [email protected] Professor

Georgios ZERVOUDAKIS [email protected] Professor

REGULAR TEACHING PERSONNEL

PART-TIME SCIENCE LECTURERS AND LABORATORY ASSISTANTS

Georgios ALEXOPOULOS

[email protected]

Christos ARABATZIS

[email protected]

Ioannis ARAHOVITIS

Eleni CHATZIEFSTRATIOU

[email protected]

Markos BILALIS

Evlampia DIONISOPOULOU

[email protected]

Charidimos DROSOS

Regina FRAGOULI

[email protected]

Vassilios GIANNOPOULOS


Georgios KASPIRIS

[email protected]

Eleni KONSTANTOPOULOU

[email protected]

Nikolaos KOROBELIS

Katerina KOUKOU

[email protected]

Georgios KYRIAKOPOULOS

Dimitrios LIAPIKOS

Georgios LIKOKANELOS

Suzana PANAGIOTOPOULOU

[email protected]

Angelos PAPASAVVAS

[email protected]

Spiridon PETROPOULOS

[email protected]

Eleni PSATHA

[email protected]

Vassilios TRIANTAFILLIDIS

[email protected]

Andreas VLAHOS

[email protected]

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