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Nov 27, 2024
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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:
- Describe/identify essential elements of the anatomy, physiology, and ecology of insects.
- Describe the phylogenetic and evolutionary relationships between the insects and other non-insect arthropods.
- Categorize insect specimens to their correct taxonomic categories down to the level of the family.
- Evaluate and explain scientific literature related to insect biology and ecology.
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