Molecular genetics is the study of the biochemical basis of heredity and focuses on the structure and expression of DNA at the molecular and cellular level. The course will provide a detailed understanding of the biochemical events involved in genome replication, prokaryotic and eukaryotic transcription, and translation of DNA, as well as RNA processing, recombination and the theoretical underpinnings of genetic engineering.
This survey course examines the population dynamics and equlibria of genes in nuclei, chloroplasts and mitochondria. Emphasis will be on biological relevance (in plants, animals, and micro-organisms), but some theoretical derivations will also be introduced.
Lectures primarily address principles and concepts. Laboratories use a hands-on approach to demonstrate insect collecting and identification techniques, ecological concepts and management approaches, and use of reference materials.
Principles of insect damage, populations and distributions. Various types of natural and and applied control, including problems of insecticide toxicity, resistance and residues.
Discussion of arthropod parasites and disease vectors. Topics include an overview of disease transmission and public health, epidemiology, vector biology, important arthropod groups and their control.
Discussion of arthropod parasites and disease vectors. Topics include an overview of disease transmission and public health, epidemiology, vector biology, important arthropod groups and their control.
A study of insect taxonomy including the collection, preparation, and identification of adult insect specimens.
Special topics or experimental courses in Entomology for undergraduate and graduate students. Special title is required and must be approved by the chairperson of the Department of Entomology. A particular title may be offered twice at most under ENT 595. Students may not repeat under the same subtitle. Prereq: Will be set by instructor. (Offered in fall and spring)
Special topical or experimental courses in entomology for graduate students. Special title required and must be approved by the chairperson of the Department of Entomology. A particular title may be offered twice at most under ENT 695. Students may not repeat under the same subtitle.
Half-time to full-time work on thesis. May be repeated to a maximum of six semesters.
