| 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.
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| 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
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| Week 10 |
How to use entomopathogens correctly? (recommended methods)
Counting the microbials and calculate the mortality or LC50.
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| Week 11 |
Using entomopathogens within an IPM program. (case-review: Fall armyworm)
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| Week 12 |
Using entomopathogens within an IPM program.(case-review:stink bug) |
| Week 13 |
Using entomopathogens within an IPM program. (case-review: beetle)
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| Week 14 |
How to precisely evaluate the control efficacy of microbial agents?
Counting the microbials and calculate the mortality or LC50.
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| Week 15 |
Panel Discussion and Feedback (SWOT and registration) (50%) |
| Week 16 |
Oral report- 3 persons (50%)
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self-directed
learning |
01.Participation in professional forums, lectures, and corporate sharing sessions related to industry-government-academia-research exchange activities.
02.Viewing multimedia materials related to industry and academia.
03.Preparing presentations or reports related to industry and academia.
04.Participation in visits or internships at industry, government, or academic institutions.
Attend any activity related to Insect Pathology or Microbial Control, and prepare a presentation. (+10%) |