Introduction to Entomology & Lab

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Explores various aspects of insects and other arthropods, including insect anatomy and morphology, life cycles, diversity, taxonomy, and their roles in the environment and in human affairs. Places emphasis in the laboratory on identification of the major insect groups and on field methods of insect collection. Course requirements include, in part, group projects, in-class field trips, and an insect collection. Lecture three hours per week, lab two hours per week.