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Course Description

This course presents students with the study of entomology. Students will examine insects and their interaction with the ecosystem.

This undergraduate course is 5 weeks.

This course has a prerequisite. Please see details in the Prerequisite section below.

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Course Objectives

Insect Anatomy

  • Identify the external anatomical features used in keying insects to taxonomic groups.
  • Explain the relationship between the internal structures and physiological function of insects.

Insect Habitats and Life History

  • Describe the ecological interactions affecting population dynamics of insects.
  • Relate insect behavioral patterns with population dynamics.
  • Explain how abiotic and biotic factors influence the behavior and interactions of insects.

Identifying Insects Using Taxonomic Keys

  • Analyze embryological features and development patterns relevant to identifying adult insects.
  • Identify adult insects using a taxonomic or dichotomous key.
  • Explain the use of a taxonomic or dichotomous key to identify insect orders.

Ecological Interactions of Insects

  • Analyze the complex social systems present in an insect species.
  • Compare mechanisms used by insects to parasitize other organisms.
  • Compare mechanisms used by insects to eat other organisms.

Insects and Human Interactions

  • Analyze the interactions between humans and insects.
  • Determine how integrated pest management (IPM) principles affect environmental and community health.
  • Evaluate methods to control common household insects.

Notes

A prerequisite is required for this course. The purpose of a prerequisite is to ensure students have the knowledge and/or skills needed to be successful in the course. Students are required to provide proof of prerequisite during the enrollment/registration process. To meet to a course prerequisite requirement, a student must have successfully completed the prerequisite course at University of Phoenix, provide proof via transcript of completing a comparable course (at least 75% match) or higher level course with at least a grade of C at another institution or have a University of Phoenix approved Student Appeal on file with the University.

During the checkout process you will be prompted to provide proof of the requirement(s). If you completed the prerequisite at another institution, be prepared to upload an official/unofficial transcript. If you have questions about meeting the prerequisite requirements for this course, please contact an enrollment representative.

This course requires the prerequisite below. Click on the prerequisite course to review the course topics and objectives

Prerequisites

Disclaimers

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Entomology
Type
Instructor Led
Days
T, M
Time
12:00AM to 11:59AM
Dates
Jul 02, 2024 to Aug 05, 2024
Campus
Online Campus
Building
Online Non-Degree
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
119.8
Location
  • Online Campus
Course Fee(s)
Undergraduate Tuition credit (3 units) $1,194.00 Click here to get more information
Section Fees
Resource Fee $170.00 Mandatory
Credits/Units
3 Credit Hours
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