CFAN2333
CFAN 2333 - Insects, Microbes, and Plants: Ecology of Pest Management (3 Cr.) Technology and Society
College of Food, Agri & Natural Resource Sciences (11004)
TCOA - College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences
CFAN 2333 - Insects, Microbes, and Plants: Ecology of Pest Management (3 Cr.) Technology and Society
Course description
This course uses fundamental concepts of ecology and evolution to illuminate and solve the challenges in managing insects and microbes in today’s global context of food and fiber production. Students will learn relevant aspects of insect and microbial biology to be able to situate concrete management problems in an appropriate ecological and evolutionary conceptual framework. Students will apply these concepts and discuss ecological and management controversies, such as what can we learn from natural areas to better manage food and fiber production systems. Case studies, readings, and discussion topics will emphasize factors influencing responsible management decisions.
Minimum credits
3
Maximum credits
3
Is this course repeatable?
No
Grading basis
A-F - A-F Grade Basis
Discussion
Lecture
This course fulfills the following Liberal Education requirement(s)
Technology and Society
Fulfills the writing intensive requirement?
No
Typically offered term(s)
Every Fall