Department of Plant Protection

The Department of Plant Protection is one of the major academic departments under the Faculty of Crop Protection, Sindh Agriculture University, Tandojam.

The department focuses on education, research and practical training related to crop protection, integrated pest management, plant health and sustainable agricultural systems.

It prepares graduates and researchers to solve field problems related to insect pests, crop damage, safe control methods and environmentally friendly farming practices.

Chairman Message

Dr. Imtiaz Ahmed Nizamani

Chairman, Department of Plant Protection

Welcome to the Department of Plant Protection. Our mission is to provide quality education and practical skills in crop safety and plant protection sciences.

We emphasize research-based learning, field diagnosis and integrated solutions for modern agricultural challenges.

The department remains committed to strengthening food security through advanced teaching, research and extension services.

Academic Areas

Integrated Pest Management

Modern strategies for effective and safe pest control.

Crop Health Monitoring

Identification and monitoring of plant damage and threats.

Field Advisory Services

Guidance for farmers regarding crop protection practices.

Degree Programs

Undergraduate Programs

BS / B.Sc. level education in plant protection and crop sciences.

Postgraduate Programs

M.Sc., M.Phil. and Ph.D. opportunities in specialized areas.

Courses Offered

Code	Title of Course	C. Hrs
TERM-III
PPT-401	Fundamentals of Plant Protection	3(2+1)
TERM-IV
PPT-402	Introduction to Pest Management	3(2+1)
TERM-V
PPT-501	Insect Classification	3(2+1)
PPT-503	Pests of Field Crops	3(2+1)
PPT-505	Plant Nematology	3(2+1)
PPT-507	Pest Ecology	3(2+1)
PPT-509	Introductory Acarology	3(2+1)
AHV-501	Animal Husbandry	3(2+1)
TERM-VI
PPT-502	Introduction to Weed Science	3(2+1)
PPT-504	Pests of Fruits, Vegetables & Ornamentals	3(2+1)
PPT-506	Principles of Plant Disease Management	3(2+1)
PPT-508	Pesticides & their Application Techniques	3(2+1)
PPT-514	Biostatistics	3(2+1)
TERM-VII
PPT-601	Principles of Plant Protection	3(2+1)
PPT-603	Biological Control	3(2+1)
PPT-605	Vertebrate Pest Management	3(2+1)
PPT-607	Post-harvest Pest Management	3(2+1)
PPT-611	Field IPM (For Non-Major)	3(2+1)
TERM-VIII
PPT-602	Urban Pest Management	3(2+1)
PPT-604	Range and Forest Pest Management	3(2+1)
PPT-606	Scientific Writing and Presentation	2(1+1)
PPT-610	Internship / Project	4(0+4)