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ZOOL220 Entomology

Updated: 18 February 2010
Credit Points 6
Offering
Responsible Campus Teaching Period Mode of Study Online Level
Armidale Semester 1 Off Campus D - Comp/internet essential
Armidale Semester 1 On Campus D - Comp/internet essential
Intensive School(s)
Start Finish Attendance Notes
07 April 2010 10 April 2010 Mandatory Intensive school for Off-campus students only in even years.
Supervised Exam There is no UNE Supervised Examination.
Pre-requisites BIOL110 and BIOL120 or candidature in a postgraduate award in the School of Environmental and Rural Science or School of Science and Technology
Co-requisites None
Restrictions ZOOL320
Notes

offered off-campus in even numbered years
Combined Units None
Coordinator(s) Nigel Andrew (nandrew@une.edu.au)
Unit Description

Entomology introduces students to the systematics, morphology, general biology, physiology and development of insects. Using scenario-based learning, students will become actively involved in examining the fundamental roles that insects play in the natural, agricultural, urban and domestic environments. Assessment is by scenario-based learning activities (including biodiversity, forensic entomology, and biocontrol/quarantine), an insect collection and a scientific report.
Prescribed Material
Mandatory 		Text(s):

Note: Students are expected to purchase prescribed material

The Insects: An Outline of Entomology
ISBN: 9781444330366
Gullan, P.J. and Crenston, P.S., Blackwell 4th ed. 2010
Text refers to: Semester 1 , On and Off Campus
A Field Guide to Insects of Australia
ISBN: 9781876334963
Zborowski, P. and Storey, R., Reed New Holland Press 2nd ed. 2003
Text refers to: Semester 1 , On and Off Campus
Disclaimer Unit information may be subject to change prior to commencement of the teaching period.
Assessment
Title Exam Length Weight Mode No. Words
Discussion Group 20% On/Off Campus
Assessment Notes
Online discussion and/or tutorial interaction.
Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and Graduate Attributes (GA)
LO: 1-4 GA: 1-4
Insect Collection 25% On/Off Campus
Assessment Notes
25 pinned Insects plus catalogue.
Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and Graduate Attributes (GA)
LO: 1-4 GA: 1, 3
Insect Order Presentation 15% On/Off Campus
Assessment Notes
5 minute presentation plus powerpoint slide show.
Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and Graduate Attributes (GA)
LO: 1-4 GA: 1, 3
Pest Management Strategy 15% On/Off Campus 900
Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and Graduate Attributes (GA)
LO: 1-4 GA: 1, 3
Prac Manual 10% On Campus
Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and Graduate Attributes (GA)
LO: 1-4 GA: 1, 3
Quiz 10% Off Campus
Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and Graduate Attributes (GA)
LO: 1-4 GA: 1, 3
Scientific Critique 15% On/Off Campus 900
Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and Graduate Attributes (GA)
LO: 1-4 GA: 1, 3

Learning Outcomes (LO) Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
  1. identify the importance of insects within the environment;
  2. recognise the major orders and families;
  3. show a developed understanding of insect anatomy, physiology and morphology;
  4. show improved skills in problem solving and asking questions within the context of entomology.

Graduate Attributes (GA)
Attribute Taught Assessed Practised
1 Knowledge of a Discipline
Entomology embeds itself within the wider Zoology discipline, and shows how insects interact and relate to other invertebrate and vertebrate organisms. 		True True
2 Communication Skills
Written communication skills are taught, practiced and assessed in the written assignment. 		True True True
3 Global Perspectives
The information provided in this unit is applicable, not just here in Australia, but world-wide. 		True
4 Information Literacy
You will be assessed on your skills in obtaining appropriate information for the written assignments, using books, journals and on-line sources. 		True
5 Life-Long Learning
During your work for this unit you will develop a range of life-long learning skills such as how to seek out new information and critically analysing such information. Learning to work both independently and cooperatively with others is an important skill to develop. I also hope that your intellectual curiosity and creativity are stimulated. An appreciation of insects and their role(s) within the environment will be fostered that should continue throughout your life! 		True
6 Problem Solving
During the practical sessions you will be instructed in, and practice, the obtaining of relevant skills in approaching problems/tasks, deciding what sort of information is needed, getting that information, and then applying it appropriately. Problem solving skills will be assessed in the written assignments. 		True True
7 Social Responsibility
This graduate attribute is not directly addressed in this unit; however an understanding of the important role(s) of insects in sustainable development is relevant to this attribute. 		True True
8 Team Work
Much of the practical work will be undertaken in association with other students so that this graduate attribute is practiced during laboratory sessions. 		True True
   

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