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Quick Facts

Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English	Self Study	Video and Text Based

Course Overview

The Applied Entomology certification course enables learners to know the advantages and disadvantages of insects as applied to humankind. Students are exposed to in-depth information about insect orders that are economically important to humanity. The course is 100% online, and students are presented with PowerPoint presentations using vivid words, texts, and pictures to convey the concepts well.

Additionally, the Applied Entomology certification by Swayam also introduces students to metamorphosis in insects – the different ways in which highly beneficial insects like silkworms, honey bees, and lac insects can serve human needs. This course falls under the domain of Biological Sciences and Bio-engineering.

The Applied Entomology training, spread over 12 weeks, also lets students explore how predators and parasitoids are exploited to manage harmful insects and pollinators and improve crop yields. A detailed account of the management of such insects and the recommended practices will also be discussed.

The Highlights

Online certification programme
Video lectures
One-to-one interaction
In-course assignments
Final assessment test
Free learning
Certification available
12-week course
Undergraduate-level course

Programme Offerings

Online Certification Programme
Undergraduate-level Course
video lectures
12-week course
One-to-one interaction
course certificate
In-course assignments
Free learning
Final assessment test

Courses and Certificate Fees

Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
yes	Mysore University

Eligibility Criteria

Students who wish to obtain a certification for the Applied Entomology training must attend the final assessment test at the end of the course. Students are also required to participate in the in-course assignments which will be considered for internal marks and contribute 30 percent of the final score.

What you will learn

Knowledge of Biology

Upon completion of all the lectures of the Applied Entomology Programme, you will have in-depth knowledge of the following:

Metamorphosis of insects
Salient characteristics of insects
Parasitoids
Predators and pollinators
Importance of pests in public health
Insect vectors
How to identify certain types of insects

Admission Details

Interested students can register for the Applied Entomology programme using the instructions below:

Step 1: To reach the Applied Entomology Course page, you can click on the link given here: https://onlinecourses.swayam2.ac.in/cec21_bt09/previe.

Step 2: Upon reaching the course page, you can go through the instructor details, important dates, and other essential instructions.

Step 3: You can now click on ‘join’ to proceed.

Step 4: Complete the enrolment process by filling in the personal contact and name details.

Application Details

The Applied Entomology online course does not call for any additional form filling apart. You only need to sign up with Swayam to take the course using your email ID and provide a suitable password.

The Syllabus

Characteristic features of insects
Metamorphosis in insects
Salient features of insect Orders

Lepidoptera
Diptera
Hymenoptera

Coleoptera
Hemiptera
Neuroptera

Insect behavior
Identification of a few insects using keys
Beneficial insects

Silkworms
Honeybee
Lac insect

Parasitoids
Predators and Pollinators
Insects as human food
Insects as important laboratory tools

Categories and types of pests
Harmful insects
Agricultural pests
Veterinary insects and other pests

Rat flea
Pests of public health importance
Mosquito

House fly
Louse
Bed bugs

Insect vectors
Insect pest control
Pesticides
Integrated pest management

Social insects
Termites
Wasps and ants

Evaluation process

The end-term proctored exam will contain 100 questions and contribute 70% to the final score. Students need to obtain a minimum of 40% of the marks in internal assignments and 40% in the end-term exam to qualify for the certification.

Instructors

Mysore University Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: Is this course taught offline?

No, the course is taught completely online.

2: How long will the training take place for?

Applied Etymology training will go on for 12 weeks.

3: Do I need to pay to audit the course?

No, you can access the Applied Entomology certification course contents for free.

4: Who is the instructor?

Dr B. Sannappa, a recipient of the Young Scientist Award for contribution to the field of Sericulture, will be your instructor.

5: How to access the course contents?

To access the course contents, you can click on the following link and sign-in to begin learning right away: https://onlinecourses.swayam2.ac.in/cec21_bt09/preview.