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BIOS 235 - Insects, Science, and Society

For nonmajors. No credit if BIOS 435. This course will introduce nonmajors to fundamental concepts of biology by using insects as examples. Students will gain an appreciation of how insects have shaped human culture and history for thousands of years and how the scientific understanding of insect behavior, physiology, evolution and ecology is applied to solve real-world problems. Contemporary issues, ranging from mosquito-born diseases, genetically modified crops and insecticide resistance, to killer bees, the silk industry and insects in forensic investigations will be used to focus discussions and improve scientific literacy. 4 lec.
Prerequisites: NOT 435

Credit Hours: 4General Education Code: 2AS
Repeat/Retake Information: May be retaken two times excluding withdrawals, but only last course taken counts.


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