ENTO 625
Advanced Insect Diversity and Ecology
Course overview
ENTO 625 is an entomology course that explores the ecology, behaviour and systematics of terrestrial arthropods (insects and arachnids), particularly those of economic or conservation interest.
The main aims of this course are:
- To develop a critical understanding of the major insect and arachnid orders.
- To develop a critical understanding of the ecological processes affecting insect populations.
Course information
| Prerequisites and Restrictions | You must satisfy the following requirement(s):
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| Available semesters | Semester 1 2026 |
| Credits | 20 |
| Domestic fees | $1,569.00 |
What you will learn
After successfully completing this entomology course, you will be able to:
- Evaluate the order and family of terrestrial arthropods using taxonomic tools.
- Curate a collection of terrestrial arthropods.
- Critically review the management issues associated with a taxonomic group of terrestrial invertebrates.
- Construct a seminar on an aspect of terrestrial arthropod biology.
Course examiners