Insects and People

Introduction to the fascinating world of insects and how they interact with people. Survey of insect history, diversity, structure and function, and behavior. Examples of harmful and beneficial insects in a variety of human activities concluding with some profound impacts insects have had on history, society, and culture. Course Webpage

F, SP, SUM1
3(3-0-0)S

ENT 203

An Introduction to the Honey Bee and Beekeeping

Introduction to honey bee biology and a fundamental understanding of beekeeping management including crop pollination by bees. Examination of the relationships between honey bees and humans from prehistoric through modern times and the behavior and social system of one of the animal world's most complex and highly organized non-human societies.

F, SP
3(3-0-0)F

ENT 401

Advanced Beekeeping

Prerequisite: ENT 203. Credit not allowed for both ENT 401 and ENT 501
A hands-on course in honey bee management including bee pollination of selected crops based on an understanding of bee biology, bee behavior, bee pathology, and bee botany.

S
3(2-3-0)

ENT (FOR) 402

Forest Entomology

Prerequisite: Junior class standing and BIO 125
Fundamentals of morphology, classification, biology, ecology, and control of insects attacking trees, emphasis on silvicultural practices.
Course Webpage

SP
3(2-2-0)S

ENT (ZO) 425

General Entomology

Prerequisite: ZO 150
Explores the science of entomology by focusing on the the basic principles of systematics, morphology, physiology, development, behavior, ecology, and control of insects. Field trips provide opportunities to collect insects and study their adaptations to a wide variety of natural environments Course Website

F
3(2-3-0)

ENT 492

External Learning Experience

Prerequisite: Sophomore Standing
A learning experience within an academic framework that utilizes facilities and resources which are external to the campus. Contact and arrangements with prospective employers must be initiated by student and approved by a faculty advisor, the prospective employer, the departmental teaching coordinator, and the academic dean prior to the experience

F, SP, SUM1, SUM2
1-6

ENT 493

Special Problems in Entomology

Prequisite: Sophomore Standing
A learning experience in agriculture and life sciences within an academic framework that utiltizes campus facilities and resources. Contact and arrangements with prospective employers must be initiated by student and approved by faculty advisor, the prospective employer, the departmental teaching coordinator, and the academic dean prior to the experience.

ENT 495

Special Topics in Entomology

Offered as needed to present materials not normally available in regular course offerings or for offering of new courses on a trial basis.