The main objective of the course is to provide basic knowledge of techniques applied in entomological studies. Learning outcomes: - knowledge of invertebrate sampling techniques; - basic knowledge of identification; - ability in applying acquired knowledges in entomological monitoring studies.
Course Prerequisites
None
Teaching Methods
The course includes lectures (ppt presentations), field activity (sampling techniques application) and laboratory activities (biological soil quality index with organisms identification and insect preparation)
Assessment Methods
Oral test: - open questions with a brief description of taxonomic groups/sampling techniques; - questions that request image recognition (e.g. of organisms)
Texts
Gli invertebrati come bioindicatori di un paesaggio sostenibile. Sommaggio D. e Paoletti M.G.; libreriauniversitaria.it edizioni
Contents
Main topic: - basic knowledge on ecology of invertebrates (soil fauna, Coleoptera, Ortoptera, Lepidoptera, Imenoptera); - sampling techniques; - sampling sheets and data organization; - examples of case study; - insect pests of crops and control. The course includes field and laboratory activities (insect preparation).
Course Language
Italian
More information
Materials used during lectures will be uploaded on KIRO platform
