Insect Ecology and Diversity
Biology
A course by
Lincoln University
Learn about insect interactions with their environment, insect ecology, behavior, and systematics, focusing on insects of economic and conservation interest.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Lincoln University Campus, Lincoln
Core skills this course teaches
Critically discuss insect ecology and systematics
Ability to critically discuss concepts in insect ecology and classification of insects.
Identification to order and family
Skill to identify insects to order and family using identification keys.
Quantitative assessment of insect populations
Ability to quantitatively assess insect populations in various environments.
What You're Signing Up For
This course provides a close-up study of insect ecology, behavior and systematics, with emphasis on insects important to the economy or conservation. Students will explore the interactions of insects with their environment and develop skills in identifying insects and assessing their populations. Some in-person activities on campus are required.
Course Content
- Interactions of insects with the environment
- Insect ecology concepts
- Insect behavior
- Systematics of insects
- Focus on insects of economic interest
- Focus on insects of conservation interest
- Use of keys to identify insects to order and family
- Quantitative assessment of insect populations
- Importance of insects to human activities, economy and society
What you need to know first
Biological Sciences, BIOS-110
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Agriculture
Environmental Science
Biological Sciences
Future employment opportunities might be
Ecologist
Environmental Consultant
Conservation Officer