Entomology –

(3 credits)

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

This undergraduate-level course is 5 weeks. To enroll, speak with an Enrollment Advisor.

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.
Identifying Insects Using Taxonomic Keys
- Analyze embryological features and development patterns relevant to identifying adult insects.
- Identify adult insects using a taxonomic key.
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.

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Transferability of credit is at the discretion of the receiving institution. It is the student’s responsibility to confirm whether or not credits earned at University of Phoenix will be accepted by another institution of the student’s choice.