General Entomology ENTM 3040 Introduction to Insect Diversity and Biology 4 credits; Lecture 3; Lab 2 Prerequisite BI 1030; Fall

Aaah! Insects!

Wayne E. Clark Entomology and Plant Pathology Auburn University 345 Funchess Hall (334) 844-2565 clarkwe@auburn.edu flier

Objectives. From the lecture, students learn major features of the classification and biology of insects and related arthropods, as well as important aspects of their interactions among each other and among other organisms, including humans. In the lab, students learn to recognize important external structural components of the insect body, the major insect natural groups, and 66 insect families.

Text 1. Aaah! Insects!: Hard copy at Copy Cat.
Text 2.A Field Guide to the Insects of America North of Mexico, by Borrer and White.

Insect Collection. An insect collection consisting of 66 adult insects, correctly preserved and labeled and correctly identified to order and family is required. Instructions and assistance will be provided in the lab.

Examinations and Grading 100 points: Examination on Unit 1 [September 23, 2009] 100 points: Examination on Unit 2 [October 28, 2009] 100 points: Final Examination (see final exam schedule] 100 points: Insect collection [due date, December 8, 2009 - late: deduct 50 points]   50 points: highest 10 of weekly, 5-point lecture quizzes   50 points: highest 10 of weekly, 5-point lab quizzes   20 points: written and classroom presentation on assigned insect 520 possible total points Total/520: 90-100 = A; 80-89 = B; 70-79 = C; 60-69 = D; 0-59 = F

Rules. The instructor intends to follow the rules regarding "Faculty Responsibilities in the Instructional Program," "Academic Regulations," and "Class Attendance" outlined in the Tiger Cub. The "Code of Student Discipline" (Tiger Cub, p. 79-82) will also be enforced. Arrangements to make up missed examinations or work due to excused absences must be initiated by the student. Absences are excused for the following reasons: a. Illness of the student or serious illness of a member of the student immediate family. A note from the attending physician or AU Infirmary is required. b. The death of a member of the student immediate family. A printed obituary or funeral notice is required. c. Trips for members of the student organizations sponsored by an academic unit, trips for University classes, and trips for participation in intercollegiate athletic events. Normal notification from appropriate University personnel to document the student participation in such activities or trips is required. d. Subpoena for court appearance. Written documentation may be required. e. Any other reason the instructor deems appropriate. Students with demonstrated need to take the final examination before the scheduled date must present a written request from his or her dean requesting an early examination. Students who require special assistance should discuss their needs at the beginning of the semester. Please bring a memo from the Office of the Program for Students with Disabilities. If students do not have a memo, they should schedule an appointment with a member of the professional staff in that office (1244 Haley Center, 844-2096).