Entomology and Plant Pathology

Our Undergraduate Courses (not for Graduate Credit in Entomology and Plant Pathology)

201 Impact of Insects and Plant Diseases on Human Societies (3) Insects and plant diseases have had a significant influence on human history, culture, and lifestyles. The science of entomology and plant pathology helps humankind understand the impact of insects and plant pathogens on these dimensions of human existence. The development of strategies to capitalize on the beneficial aspects of these organisms will also be explored. 3 hours. Sp, E (Why this course is important to students!) Instructor: P. Lambdin.

313 Plant Pathology (3). Introduction to the microorganisms and environmental conditions causing disease in plants. Biology of pathogens, host-pathogen interactions, disease development and principles of control. Prereq: 6 hrs of Biological Science. 2 hrs and 1 lab (same as Botany 313). F,E. instructor: M. Windham.

321 Economic Entomology (3). Structure, life history, habits, and principles of control of important insect pests of farm, garden, orchard, and household. Prereq: 6 hrs of Biological Science. 2 hrs and 1 lab. Sp,E. Instructor: P. Lambdin.

325 Veterinary Entomology (3). Identification, biology and control of arthropods that attack major livestock species. Introduction to entomology, methods of insect control, major pest species groups, and problems associated with specific host production operations. Prereq: Biology 122 or equivalent. 2 hrs and 1 lab. Sp,O

405 Mycology (3) Survey of the fungal kingdom and traditional allies in the context of phyla and classes. Systematics, biology, reproduction, structure-function, physiology, and ecology are illustrated with material and cultural techniques in laboratories. Contact Hour Distribution: 2 hours lecture and one 2-hour lab.Credit Restriction: Students cannot receive credit for both 405 and 505.Recommended Background: Biology 130 and Ecology and Evolutionary Biology110. Instructor(s): R. Trigiano and B. Ownley.

410 Diseases and Insects of Ornamental Plants (3) Symptoms, identification, and management of diseases and insect pests that affect plants in greenhouse, nursery, and landscape environments.

411 Forest Insects and Diseases (3) Insects and pathogens associated with trees and shrubs will be identified and their impacts on host plants evaluated.

448 Taxonomy of Adult Insects (3) Classification, phylogeny, and distribution of insects and related arthropods. Lectures on theory and practice of systematics and major features of insect structure and evolution. Laboratory practice on methods of collection, preservation, and study of insects with emphasis on order and family identification of adults. Insect collection and one or more field trips required. Credit Restriction: Students receiving credit for 448 cannot receive credit for 548.

451 Plant Tissue Culture (3) Methods for the culture of cells, tissues, and organs including media preparation and maintenance of cultures. (Same as Plant Sciences 451.)Contact Hour Distribution: Lecture and lab.Registration Permission: Consent of instructor.

493 Independent Study in Entomology or Plant Pathology (1-4) Laboratory, field, or library research in entomology, plant pathology, or integrated pest management under the guidance of a faculty member.
Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum 6 hours.

NOTE: The curriculum is modified frequently to take advantage of faculty changes and additions.