Introduction to Entomology

3 credits

General survey of the evolution, classification, and biology of insects, with a special emphasis on their functional ecology. Experiments using insect systems as well as master techniques for collecting and curating insect specimens will be conducted in the lab. A properly-curated collection is a requirement for this course. [3-3-0] Prerequisite: BIOL_O 201 and one of BIOL_O 202, STAT_O 205, STAT_O 230. BIOL_O 205 is recommended.