Plant Pathology


Plant Pathology. An instructional program that describes the nature, causes, development and treatment of plant diseases. Includes instruction in the nature and behavior of disease causal agents, including other life forms and non-biological factors; the study of chemistry and physics of basic pathogens; disease host behaviors; and the development and analysis of disease control and treatment agents.


Employment Options

Occupation Employment Average Wage
2000 Estimated 2010 Projected Annual
Avg Openings
Long-term
Outlook
Mean Entry Experienced
Natural Sciences Managers 870 890 16 Caution $38.79 $23.87 $46.25
Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary 1,310 1,590 65 Great no record