2020-2021 Undergraduate Catalog

ENV 3720 ENTOMOLOGY

An introduction to the biology of insects and related arthropods. Lectures integrate ecology, evolution and behavior with functional biology and focus on insects as examples of fundamental concepts. Consideration is also given to effect of insects on the global economy and to sustainable solutions to these problems. Laboratories stress collection, identification and preservation of arthropod specimens. Fieldwork and the preparation of a collection are required.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

ENV*2000