Entomology Curriculum Australia (ECA)
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The ECA is a series of undergraduate entomology subjects accessable to any person interested the study of entomology. The distance-based online subjects provide relevant, real world entomology education with the aim of preparing students for the entomological needs of Australia. ECA subjects can be taken as a part of a Bachelor Degree or independently. They are weighted at one quarter of a semester's full-time workload. The subjects available in 2011 are:
SUMMER SEMESTER, 2011/12
Insect Identification and Taxonomy - The University of Adelaide
This course addresses the identification and classification of insects, the most species-rich component of terrestrial ecosystems. The course will cover the recognition of insect orders and the identification of specimens to family level using different types of keys and resources. Other topics to be explored include: biological characteristics of the major insect orders and selected pest and beneficial species, sociality, insect communication, feeding mechanisms, parasitism (including vertebrate ectoparasites), insects as disease vectors of plants and animals, defensive adaptations and mimicry. This subject alternates each year between The University of Queensland and The University of Adelaide.
The practical component will cover collecting techniques, identification of adult insects to family level, identification of immature stages and feeding damage. The course requires the submission of a well-curated insect collection.
SEMESTER 1, 2012
Insect Structure, Function and Physiology (BIOL 3238) - The University of Queensland
Insect Physiology explores the aspects of insect structure and function that are responsible for the success and biodiversity of insects. It emphasizes topics that are relevant to the importance of insects as pests and beneficial organisms and their roles as experimental model organisms. Many advances in our general knowledge of muscles, nerves, hormones, metabolism, sensory communication, development, and genetics have been spearheaded by research on insects. The individual topics cover the structure and function of the different organ systems, the physiology of the main systems and their importance to the global impact of insects. Examples of feature topics are covered in the course notes. The subject is a companion to 3rd level subjects that cover insect phylogenetics and evolution, applied entomology, the impacts of insects on human and animal health, insect ecology and integrated pest management. The subject is intended for remote delivery and includes a recorded introduction to each topic, backed up by DVD-based and web-based material.
Cross-Institutional Enrolment Information (for a student enrolled in a university OTHER than UQ to apply to enrol in a UQ subject) - ENROLMENT DEADLINE FEBRUARY 3RD
Non-award enrolment form (for a student wishing to take the subject without it contributing to a degree) - APPLICATION DEADLINE JANUARY 31st
Semester 1 BIOL 3238 enrolment questions contact:
The Faculty of Science, The University of Queensland P: (07) 3365 1888 E: science.enquiries@uq.edu.au
HOW TO ENROL IN ECA SUBJECTS
1) If you are already enrolled as a student at institution that is offering the subject you are interested in, you can enrol as per normal like you would with any other subject.
2) If you want to enrol in a subject that is not offered by your home institution, you will need to enrol via cross-institutional enrollment:
- Present the information about the subject(s) to the Faculty Office/Head of Program at your own institution and request permission to have your enrollment in ECA subjects count towards your degree.
- Complete the forms/process required to enable your institution to recognise your cross-institutional enrolment.
- Contact the institution(s) offering the ECA subject(s) you are interested in, tell them about your intention to take the ECA subject via cross-institutional enrollment and enrol as per their requirements.
3) Non-Award Enrolment. ECA subjects are available for professional development purposes in industry, for teachers or government. The ECA subjects can be taken without the need to be formally enrolled in an award program.
- Contact the institution(s) offering the ECA subject(s) you are interested in, tell them about your intention to take the ECA subject as a non-award student and enrol as per their requirements.
SEMESTER 2, 2011
Invertebrate Pests (PSC 201) - Charles Sturt University
Students will explore the properties of pests, pest biology, pest identification, monitoring and thresholds, socio-economic impacts of pests, pest management history, pest control and biosecurity, biological control, pesticides, host plant resistance, cultural control and Integrated Pest Management. Assessment comprises an online Portfolio, a resource that will allow students to demonstrate their pest management skills to prospective employers.
Cross-Institutional Enrolment Information (for a non CSU student to apply to enrol in a CSU subject)
Insect - Plant Interactions (ZOOL 328) - The University of New England
Students will explore the ecology of insects and their close relationships with plants by investigating herbivory, pollination, predation, parasitism and competition. This subject includes a compulsory 4 day residential component.
Cross-Institutional enrolment information (for non UNE students to apply to enrol in a UNE subject)
Non-award enrolment information