AGST 3900 - Integrated Pest Management

4 unit(s)

Introduction to the theory, principles, and practice of integrated pest management systems in major agronomic and horticultural crops. Analysis of ecological patterns and mechanisms of agro-ecosystems with emphasis on biodiversity linkages between plant, weeds, pests, and diseases. Course will include: identification and symptoms of plant pest; intraguild predation; modes of pesticide action; pesticide resistance; plant induced resistance mechanisms; effective and safe use of herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, and other crop protection chemicals.

Prerequisites: BIOL 1050, BIOL 1150, and ENTO 3000; or consent of instructor.

Hours: Lecture, 3 hours; activity, 1 hour

Course Learning Outcomes List
Upon completion of this course. students will be able to:

lntegrate the principles of pest management into the environmentally sound management of cropping systems and other ecosystems;
Utilize critical thinking principles for insect, disease and weed management decision making;
Apply current pest management principles to crop production and situations where pest management is critical;
Explain the environmental concerns and benefits of sustainable practices in orchard management and describe both the positive and negative impacts of agricultural practices on the environment; and,
Collaborate with other students in field and classroom activities/projects to formulate solutions for management challenges faced by orchard and field crop owners and managers.

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