2021-22 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Nov 27, 2024  
2021-22 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

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BIO 508 - Entomology

An overview of insect biology including behavior, ecology, systematics, physiology, morphology and the economic/medical impact of insects on human societies. Not open to students with credit for BIO 408. Prerequisites: A minimum of four semesters of biology courses or permission of the instructor. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code C = offered at least once every two years

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Describe/identify essential elements of the anatomy, physiology, and ecology of insects. 
  2. Describe the phylogenetic and evolutionary relationships between the insects and other non-insect arthropods.   
  3. Categorize insect specimens to their correct taxonomic categories down to the level of the family.  
  4. Evaluate and explain scientific literature related to insect biology and ecology. 



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