ENTOM 4830

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ENTOM 4830
Insect Physiology

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2023-2024.

Introduction to the often unique ways in which insects have met their basic needs. Examines each organ system with emphasis on basic principles and specific examples. Also introduces students to some common methods used in physiological research and to the critical reading of scientific literature.

When Offered Spring.

Prerequisites/Corequisites Prerequisite: ENTOM 2120 or permission of instructor.

Comments Offered alternate years.

Outcomes
  • To be able to evaluate adaptations of a given organ system for a particular environmental pressure
  • To be able to construct a graphical or verbal model of how a particular organ functions at the cellular level
  • Be able to apply techniques in the lab and evaluate the results obtained
  • To be able to design and carry out a (group) independent research project
  • To be able to judge the conclusions of primary research articles

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory.

  • 4 Credits Graded

  • 17173 ENTOM 4830   LEC 001

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  • 17174 ENTOM 4830   LAB 401

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