ENTOMOLOGY FOR EDUCATORS ENTM 5010 and 6010 students cannot receive credit for both ENTM 501 or 6010 and ENTM 3040 4 credits; Lecture 4; Lab 3 Prerequisite BI 1030; Summer

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

Objectives. This course provides educators with an introduction to 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 laboratory students increase their "biological sophistication" by learning to recognize important external structural components of the insect body, the major insect groups, and 66 insect families. The laboratory also instructs students in the making of an insect collection. This, and an Entomological Exposition help educators develop expertise and materials that can be taken directly to the classroom.

Text 1 (required): Bugs! I mean, Insects!: Hard copy at Copy Cat
Text 2 (required): 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.

Exams and Grading: 5010 100 points: Lecture Exam 1, June 16, 2008 100 points: Lecture Exam 2, July 14, 2008 100 points: Final Exam Schedule   20 points: lecture quizzes   20 points: lab quizzes   10 points: Insect Presentation 100 points: Insect Collection 000 points: No Entomological Exposition Total/450: 90-100 = A; 80-89 = B; 70-79 = C; 60-69 = D; 0-59 = F Exams and Grading: 6010 100 points: Lecture Exam 1, June 16, 2008 100 points: Lecture Exam 2, July 14, 2008 100 points: Final Exam Schedule   20 points: lecture quizzes   20 points: lab quizzes   10 points: Insect Presentation 100 points: Insect Collection 100 points: Entomological Exposition Total/550: 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 and agrees with the assertion that "College work proceeds at such a pace that regular class attendance is necessary to receive proper instruction." 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 shall be initiated by the student. I excuse absences for the following reasons: a. Illness of the student or serious illness of a member of the student’s immediate family. I require a note from the attending physician or AU Infirmary. b. The death of a member of the student’s immediate family. I require a printed obituary or funeral notice. 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. I request formal notification from approppriate University personnel to document the student’s participation in such activities or trips. 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 period. Students who require special assistance should discuss their needs with the instructor 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).