General Entomology

1. Classify and characterize insects with reference to vector diseases.
2. Describe insect ecology, anatomy, and physiology.
3. Describe methods of insect control, including biological, chemical, and physical methods.
4. Understand the classes of insecticides, their formulation, and application.
5. Appreciate the health implications of insect handling and safety methods.
6. Describe insect sterilization techniques.
7. Understand international conventions and policies on insecticide use.

13 weeks, about 26 hours in total. Yours will differ.

1. Week 1MODULE 1 CLASSIFICATION AND CHARACTERIZATION OF INSECTS AND THEIR ECOLOGY

   • Unit 1: Introduction to Entomology and insect ecology · 2 hours

     Read the introduction to entomology and understand the importance of insects in various fields.. Identify the uses of insects in agriculture, environmental science, medicine, construction, and product development.. Explore career opportunities for entomologists and related fields..

2. Week 2MODULE 1 CLASSIFICATION AND CHARACTERIZATION OF INSECTS AND THEIR ECOLOGY

   • Unit 2: Importance of Insects and Taxonomy · 2 hours

     Learn about insect collection methods, including preparing a killing jar and locating insects.. Understand the importance of insect preservation, pinning, mounting, and labeling.. Explore different insect orders and their characteristics..

3. Week 3MODULE 1 CLASSIFICATION AND CHARACTERIZATION OF INSECTS AND THEIR ECOLOGY

   • Unit 3: Anatomy and physiology · 2 hours

     Study the distinguishing characteristics of insects, including their external skeleton and body regions.. Examine the three main sections of an insect: head, thorax, and abdomen.. Understand the life stages of insects, including incomplete and complete metamorphosis..

4. Week 4MODULE 2 METHODS OF INSECT CONTROL AND INSECT STERILIZATION TECHNIQUES

   • Unit 1: Insect handling and biosafety methods · 2 hours

     Learn methods for catching insects, including using nets and killing jars.. Understand how to kill and preserve insects for study.. Practice labeling and pinning insects for display and storage..

5. Week 5MODULE 2 METHODS OF INSECT CONTROL AND INSECT STERILIZATION TECHNIQUES

   • Unit 2: Methods of insect control · 2 hours

     Explore biological and cultural methods of insect control, including natural enemies, resistant plant varieties, and crop rotations.. Understand physical and mechanical control methods, such as cold storage, heat application, and insect traps.. Begin studying chemical control methods..

6. Week 6MODULE 2 METHODS OF INSECT CONTROL AND INSECT STERILIZATION TECHNIQUES

   • Unit 3: Insect sterilization techniques · 2 hours

     Study insect sterilization techniques, including chemical sterilization and sterilization by ionizing radiation.. Understand the effectiveness of male sterilization in insect control.. Review the benefits and drawbacks of each method..

7. Week 7MODULE 3 INSECTICIDE APPLICATIONS, PROTOCOLS AND USE

   • Unit 1: Insecticides (Classes and formation) · 2 hours

     Learn about different types of pesticides, including acaricides, avicides, bactericides, fungicides, herbicides, and insecticides.. Understand the modes of action of pesticides, such as contacts, systemics, fumigants, and protectants.. Study chemical insecticides, including organic, inorganic, botanical, and bacterial types..

8. Week 8MODULE 3 INSECTICIDE APPLICATIONS, PROTOCOLS AND USE

   • Unit 2: Insecticides (protocol and application) · 2 hours

     Explore methods of insecticide application, including pre-emergence, pre-plant, band, broadcast, dip, and directed applications.. Understand insecticide formulations, including liquid and dry formulations.. Learn about applying insecticides, including weather conditions and application equipment..

9. Week 9MODULE 3 INSECTICIDE APPLICATIONS, PROTOCOLS AND USE

   • Unit 3: Guidelines and regulations on use of insecticide · 2 hours

     Study insecticide toxicity and pesticide certification requirements.. Understand the symptoms of insecticide poisoning and first aid procedures.. Learn safety guidelines for using insecticides, including protective clothing and respiratory devices..

10. Week 10Review

    • Review of Module 1 · 2 hours

      Review Module 1: Classification and Characterization of Insects and Their Ecology. Focus on insect anatomy, physiology, and ecology.. Practice identifying different insect orders..

11. Week 11Review

    • Review of Module 2 · 2 hours

      Review Module 2: Methods of Insect Control and Insect Sterilization Techniques. Focus on biological, cultural, physical, and chemical control methods.. Understand insect sterilization techniques..

12. Week 12Review

    • Review of Module 3 · 2 hours

      Review Module 3: Insecticide Applications, Protocols, and Use. Focus on insecticide types, modes of action, and formulations.. Understand safety guidelines and regulations for insecticide use..

13. Week 13Final Revision

    • Final Revision · 2 hours

      Complete all assignments and tutor-marked assignments (TMAs).. Prepare for the final examination by reviewing all course materials.. Practice answering review questions and sample exam questions..