ENTO170C2

036748

Terrestrial arthropods (insects and their relatives, such as spiders, scorpions, millipedes and mites) are the most successful and diverse form of life - in fact, more than 80% of animals on Earth are arthropods! In this course we take on the role of scientists to investigate the biology, ecology, behavior, and evolutionary history of these fascinating organisms. Along the way, we will learn how life developed on our planet, how evolution produces novel forms, and how the systems we rely on for survival are shaped by our arthropod neighbors. We humans are relative newcomers to this planet. What secrets can we discover by turning our scientific spotlight on one of the oldest and most successful groups of animals to evolve on Earth?

GRD - Regular Grades A, B, C, D, E

Undergraduate

GE - T1-NATS (Tier 1 Natural Sciences), GEED - EPNAT (Gen Ed: EP Natural Scientist)