Vectors, Wildlife, and Disease
WCON307
Description
Insects, as the largest class of animals, have an extraordinarily large influence on ecosystem function. For humans they function as vectors for important zoonotic diseases and pollinators of key food crops. For wildlife species they pollinate and feed on key plant species, vector prominent diseases, create large scale habitat change through plant disease outbreaks, and provide the primary source of animal matter for predators. During this class students will learn basic taxonomy and life history of insects, as well as explore case studies involving the role of insects in plant and animal disease, pollination, biological control, and other influences on ecosystem functioning.
Pre Reqs:
3 Credits From List [BIOL103DE,BIOL105DE,BIOL1XXDE,BIOL201DE,BIOL203DE,BIOL2XXDE,BIOL301DE,BIOL305DE,BIOL3XXDE,BIOL4XXDE]
Dates
Nov 20, 2023 — Dec 24, 2023
Jan 15, 2024 — Feb 18, 2024
Feb 26, 2024 — Mar 31, 2024
Apr 8, 2024 — May 12, 2024
May 20, 2024 — Jun 23, 2024
Location
Distance Education - Online
Registration Information
For credit cost: $1410
