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 211-358 Forest Entomology and Pathology

Credit Points

12.5

HECS Band

2

Coordinator

Dr P Ades

Prerequisites

211-215 Forest Ecology.

Semester

2 (view timetable)

Contact

24 hours of lectures and 36 hours of practical work

Subject Description

On completion of this subject, students should have an understanding of: the biology of forest pathogens and insect pests; the effects of these organisms on production forestry; the extent to which forest management practices can increase or reduce problems; and what measures can be taken to avoid, reduce or overcome damage caused by pests and diseases. Forest entomology covers: classification, anatomy, morphology, biology, frequency of distribution, control and importance of insects in forestry. Forest pathology covers the significance of fungal diseases in forestry, the principal groups of pathogens, host-parasite relationships, epidemiology and disease control.

Assessment

One 3 hour written examination, and three assignmnets including a collection of insects.



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