FOREST PEST MANAGEMENT

Objectives

For the student to

1. Know how insects interact with trees and forests
2. Understand how insect populations attain outbreak levels
3. Know the natural enemies of forest insects and how they can prevent outbreaks
4. Know the methods for monitoring and forecasting insect outbreaks
5. Know how to evaluate the risk of outbreaks in forest stands
6. Know the methods used to prevent insect outbreaks
7. Know the methods used to control insect outbreaks
8. Gain experience in the management of forest insect populations

Course Structure

1. 7 sessions on the internet
2. Homework for each session
3. Reading assignments for each session
4. Two midterms and one final examination
5. Instructor available for consultation in person or by e-mail

Technical Requirements

• Personal computer with Internet connection (e.g., a modum)
• Java-enabled web browser, such as Netscape Navigator 3.0, or Microsoft Explorer 3.0 or higher versions.
• Access to e-mail (click here for information).

University Credit

• 1 credit hour

Prerequisites

• NATRS ENTOM 348 Forest Insects

Textbooks

• Berryman, A. A. 1986. Forest Insects: Principles and Practice of Population Management, Plenum Press, 233 Spring St., New York, NY 10013.
• Books can be purchased from the WSU Student's Bookstore, the publisher, or your local retailers.

Grading

• Homework = 40%
• Three examinations = 60%
• Grading policy

Instructor

• Professor Alan A. Berryman (click here for more information)
• Questions concerning this course can be sent via e-mail to berryman@mail.wsu.edu

Schedule (Click Session # to access on-line course sessions)

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