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HORT 116 - Plant Insects



4.0 Credits
Insect pests, predators and parasites of Pacific Northwest ornamentals; lifecycles and damages; chemical and biologic control methods with a sustainable focus. Prerequisite: Placement in BRDGE 093  or instructor permission. Students encouraged to have taken HORT 106 , 107 , 108 , and 110 .

Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Analyze, synthesize and integrate information about the major types of pestiferous insects, plant hosts, along with signs and symptoms in order to successfully diagnose a variety of plant problems. [REASON]
  2. Work effectively in groups to evaluate insect-related plant health conditions and recommend control options given a variety of landscape situations. [COMMUNICATE]
  3. Apply appropriate tools, techniques and technology to facilitate selection of the least toxic and most sustainable method of control for a variety of common plant diseases. [ACT]



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