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PLANT PROTECTION
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Because of mutual interests and problems in the field of pest management, the Department of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology and the Department of Plant and Soil Sciences offer a joint major, Plant Protection. In a world of expanding human population and increasing pressure on supplies of food and fiber, studies in plant pathology, entomology, and weed science can lead to a challenging and satisfying career that contributes to human welfare. This combined major allows students to study applied and basic aspects of insects, plant diseases, and weeds. Courses and field experience emphasize recognition of pests and their symptoms and strategies for pest management compatible with agriculture and the environment.

DEGREE: BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
MAJOR: PLANT PROTECTION

CURRICULUM CREDITS

See University and College requirements.

MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
FREC 135 Introduction to Data Analysis 3
MATH 115 Pre-Calculus or higher level 3
BISC 207/BISC 208 Introductory Biology I and II 8
CHEM 101/CHEM 102
or
CHEM 103/CHEM 104 General Chemistry 8
ENWC 205 Elements of Entomology 3
ENWC 215 Entomology Laboratory 2
ENWC 406 Insect Identification-Taxonomy 3
ENWC 411 Insect Pest Management 3
ENWC 465 Senior Capstone Experience 1
PLSC 151 Intro ot Crop Science 3
PLSC 201 Botany II 4
PLSC 303 Introductory Plant Pathology 4
A plant production course selected from PLSC 105, PLSC 133, or PLSC 302 3-4
A plant pathology or related course from PLSC 319, PLSC 411, PLSC 416, or PLSC 429 3-4
Nine additional ENWC and/or PLSC credits 9

ELECTIVES
Beyond required courses, sufficient credits must be taken to meet the minimum credits required for the degree. Courses in agriculture, biology, statistics, and the physical sciences and additional writing courses are recommended. Only two credits of BHAN 120 or performing music may be counted toward the degree.

The choice of department in which to complete the remaining credits provides the
student with the opportunity to emphasize applied entomology, plant pathology, or weed science in his or her program. Students should consult with their advisor on course selection to choose electives that will provide an education best suited to their goals.

CREDITS TO TOTAL A MINIMUM OF 124


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