NCHU Course Outline
Course Name (中) 害蟲微生物防治技術(4124)
(Eng.) Microbial Control of Insect Pests
Offering Dept Department of Entomology
Course Type Elective Credits 2 Teacher TUAN,SHU-JEN ect.
Department Department of Entomology/Undergraduate Language English Semester 2024-FALL
Course Description The pathogenic microbials, including Bacillus spp., fungi, NPV, and nematodes, will be introduced in this course. The methodology and techniques regarding to the mass production and application also be described with case studies. The formulation of microbial insecticide and genetic modification technique could be instructed. Hopefully, all the students can enjoy all the lectures and practice during this semester. In future, they could find the usefulness what learned in this class.
Prerequisites
self-directed learning in the course N
Relevance of Course Objectives and Core Learning Outcomes(%) Teaching and Assessment Methods for Course Objectives
Course Objectives Competency Indicators Ratio(%) Teaching Methods Assessment Methods
Let students understand the mechanism and pathogenecity of insect-borne microbials. How to produce the entomopathogenic microbials and how to use them in the right way for effectively and safely control agricultural pests.
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Course Content and Homework/Schedule/Tests Schedule
Week Course Content
Week 1 Introduction of lectures and evaluations.
Introduction of all members. (majority, motivation, aims)
Week 2 Introduction of Microbial Control.
(Definition and history)
Week 3 MOA and application of nucleopolyhedrosis virus.
Week 4 MOA and application of entomopathogenic fungi.
Week 5 MOA and application of bacterial pathogens infected insects.
Week 6 MOA and application of entomopathogenic nematodes.
Week 7 Factors affect the effectiveness and persistence of microbial pesticides.
(Climate and chemicals)
Week 8 Mass-production and quality control of entomopathogens.
Improvement of pathogenicity with Genetic Modification Technique.
Week 9 Formulation and storage conditions of entomopathogens
Week 10 How to use entomopathogens correctly? (recommended methods)
Counting the microbials and calculate the mortality or LC50.
Week 11 Using entomopathogens within an IPM program. (case-review: Fall armyworm)
Week 12 Using entomopathogens within an IPM program.(case-review:stink bug)
Week 13 Using entomopathogens within an IPM program. (case-review: beetle)
Week 14 How to precisely evaluate the control efficacy of microbial agents?
Counting the microbials and calculate the mortality or LC50.
Week 15 Term Exam. (Open book, 50%)
Week 16 Oral report- 3 persons (50%)
Week 17 Oral report- 3 persons (50%)
Week 18 Panel Discussion and Feedback (SWOT and registration)
Evaluation
Term Exam. 50%.
Oral report and ppt file 50%.
Textbook & other References
1. Microbial control of pests and plant diseases.
2. Biological plant and health protection.
3. Molecular biology in crop protection.
4. Biopesticides.
5. Biotechnologh for biological control of pests and vectors.
6. Formulation of microbial biopesticide.
Teaching Aids & Teacher's Website
i-Learning
Office Hours
Mon. 17:00~ 18:00
Sustainable Development Goals, SDGs
 include experience courses:N
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