Courses & Units
Insect Ecology and Behaviour KLA611
Introduction
Welcome to Insect Ecology & Behaviour. This unit is research focused in its content
and assessment. We will explore three key research areas in depth: these are insect
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mating systems, insect natural enemies and insect-plant-interactions. In each of these
areas we will ask why and how insects locate mates and hosts, examine evidence for
and against current hypotheses and explore the application of this research to applied
areas such as sustainable pest management and pollination. We will also learn how to
predict insect responses to temperature and examine the underlying principles and
methodologies involved in toxicology and forensic entomology.
Summary
| Unit name | Insect Ecology and Behaviour |
|---|---|
| Unit code | KLA611 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Sciences and Engineering Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture |
| Discipline | Agriculture and Food Systems |
| Coordinator | Associate Professor Geoff Allen |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Postgraduate |
Availability
This unit is currently unavailable.
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Unit census dates currently displaying for 2022 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2022 will be available from the 1st October 2021. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Be able to apply a well-developed conceptual understanding of entomology to identify and critically evaluate central issues in entomology
- Demonstrate academic skills in research, analysis & synthesis of information and develop an advanced understanding of the standard scientific method and its application in practice
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| not applicable |
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2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
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Teaching
| Assessment | Final Exam (45%)|Assignment (5%)|Assignment (5%)|Assignment (25%)|Presentation (10%)|Critique (10%)|Critique |
|---|---|
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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