ARBO602 – Entomology in Trees
Module code
ARBO602
Module title
Entomology in Trees
Prescription
The aim of this module is to develop students knowledge of entomology in amenity trees, and their skill in evaluating and managing pests for tree assessment and care purposes.
Programmes
- SX1902
NZQA Level
Level 6
NZQA Credits
5
Delivery method
- Web-Supported
Learning hours
- Total learning hours
- 50
Resources required
- Learning Outcomes
- On completion of this course the student will be able to:
1. Analyse the entomological relationship insects have with amenity tree habitats.
2. Evaluate options for the management of the entomological relationship of insects and trees. - Content
- ? Pest lifecycles and methods of spread.
? Signs and symptoms of pest injury to amenity trees.
? Parts of trees damaged by pests
? Diagnosis and description of effect pests have on trees
? Related organisms beneficial to amenity trees.
? Less common, but severe, amenity tree pests.
? Identification and classification of amenity tree pests.
? Biosecurity including assessing, monitoring and managing amenity tree pests.
? Management options for amenity tree pests. - Assessment Criteria
- The portfolio is comprised of multiple components. Students need to pass all components of the portfolio with at least 50% in order to pass this module.
- Teaching and Learning Strategy
- Project-based learning; Flipped Classroom; Blended Learning; Work-integrated Learning; Inclusive Practices
- Learning and Teaching Resource
- ? Workshop and stakeholder presentation spaces
? Arboriculture specific software and tools
? Moodle online platform with discussion & sharing
? Recommended Texts & readings
