ENT 194. Individual Study. 1-5 Credits.

Direct study allowing an individual student under faculty supervision to undertake selected, independent work in topics of special interest. Requires departmental approval.

ENT 196. Field Experience/Practicum/Internship. 1-15 Credits.

Field Experience is a structured, hands-on learning opportunity outside the classroom where students apply academic concepts and develop professional skills in a real-work setting. Experiences involve observations, assisting with tasks, and leading activities that allow students to gain practical knowledge, refine skills, and reflect on their learning in the context of their field. Requires department approval. Practicum is a supervised, practical experience during a course of study where students apply academic learning to real-world situations, under the guidance of professionals, to gain hands-on skills and professional knowledge. Experiences provide a bridge from theory to practice in short-term settings. Requires department approval. Internship is designed to provide practical participation under professional supervision in selected situations to gain experience in the application of concepts, principles and theories related to the students' area of specialization. Requires department approval. Graded P/F (UGRD) or S/U (GRAD).

ENT 199. Special/Temporary/Trial Topics. 1-5 Credits.

A flexible, temporary course focused on a specific area of study. Allows faculty to explore new subjects or provide concentrated study on a specific topic not typically covered in regular course offerings. Courses are often about current events, emerging research, specific study needs, or to gauge interest and feasibility for a new course.

ENT 210. Insects, Humans and the Environment. 3 Credits.

Insect biology and its relevance to humans and the environment. 2 lectures.

ENT 291. Seminar. 1-5 Credits.

A group of students engaged, under a professor or professors, in research or criticism and in presentation of reports pertaining thereto.

ENT 292. Study Abroad/Student Exchange. 1-15 Credits.

Pre-arranged study at accredited foreign institutions (study abroad) or domestic institutions (National Student Exchange). Requires Global Programs and Services and major departmental approval. May be repeated for credit. Graded P/F (UGRD) or S/U (GRAD).

ENT 294. Individual Study. 1-5 Credits.

Direct study allowing an individual student under faculty supervision to undertake selected, independent work in topics of special interest. Requires departmental approval.

ENT 299. Special/Temporary/Trial Topics. 1-5 Credits.

A flexible, temporary course focused on a specific area of study. Allows faculty to explore new subjects or provide concentrated study on a specific topic not typically covered in regular course offerings. Courses are often about current events, emerging research, specific study needs, or to gauge interest and feasibility for a new course.

ENT 350. General Entomology. 3 Credits.

Fundamental aspects of Entomology, including: insect classification, identification, structure, biology, adaptations, and impact on human society. 2 lectures, 1 two-hour laboratory. F.

ENT 379. Faculty-Led Study Abroad. 1-6 Credits.

NDSU instructed experience or field study in a foreign country. Conducted in English for NDSU resident credit. Requires Global Programs and Services, and departmental approval. May be repeated for credit.

ENT 391. Seminar. 1-5 Credits.

A group of students engaged, under a professor or professors, in research or criticism and in presentation of reports pertaining thereto.

ENT 392. Study Abroad/Student Exchange. 1-15 Credits.

Pre-arranged study at accredited foreign institutions (study abroad) or domestic institutions (National Student Exchange). Requires Global Programs and Services and major departmental approval. May be repeated for credit. Graded P/F (UGRD) or S/U (GRAD).

ENT 394. Individual Study. 1-5 Credits.

Direct study allowing an individual student under faculty supervision to undertake selected, independent work in topics of special interest. Requires departmental approval.

ENT 399. Special/Temporary/Trial Topics. 1-5 Credits.

A flexible, temporary course focused on a specific area of study. Allows faculty to explore new subjects or provide concentrated study on a specific topic not typically covered in regular course offerings. Courses are often about current events, emerging research, specific study needs, or to gauge interest and feasibility for a new course.

ENT 431. Principles of Insect Pest Management. 3 Credits.

This course focuses on integrated pest management of insects and related arthropods. The course will cover information and tactics relevant to using and developing IPM programs (e.g. pesticides, economic thresholds, biocontrol). Prereq: ENT 350. S (odd years) {Also offered for graduate credit - see ENT 631.}.

ENT 470. Insect Ecology. 3 Credits.

This course explores the importance of insects for investigating basic and applied ecological questions. We will primarily use the peer-reviewed literature to look at some of the most important issues in insect ecology. In doing so, we will look at the ecological foundations of these issues, the methods scientists use to research them, and their connections to management. The course will be online and asynchronous with regular deadlines to help maintain progress throughout the semester. Prereq: ENT 350. {Also offered for graduate credit - see ENT 670.}.

ENT 491. Seminar. 1-5 Credits.

A group of students engaged, under a professor or professors, in research or criticism and in presentation of reports pertaining thereto.

ENT 492. Study Abroad/Student Exchange. 1-15 Credits.

Pre-arranged study at accredited foreign institutions (study abroad) or domestic institutions (National Student Exchange). Requires Global Programs and Services and major departmental approval. May be repeated for credit. Graded P/F (UGRD) or S/U (GRAD).

ENT 493. Undergraduate Research. 1-5 Credits.

Student research, scholarly project or creative investigation completed under the guidance of a faculty mentor. Directed independent project, collaborative work or ongoing participation in faculty research should culminate in a presentation, article or scholarly project.

ENT 494. Individual Study. 1-5 Credits.

Direct study allowing an individual student under faculty supervision to undertake selected, independent work in topics of special interest. Requires departmental approval.

ENT 496. Field Experience/Practicum/Internship. 1-15 Credits.

Field Experience is a structured, hands-on learning opportunity outside the classroom where students apply academic concepts and develop professional skills in a real-work setting. Experiences involve observations, assisting with tasks, and leading activities that allow students to gain practical knowledge, refine skills, and reflect on their learning in the context of their field. Requires department approval. Practicum is a supervised, practical experience during a course of study where students apply academic learning to real-world situations, under the guidance of professionals, to gain hands-on skills and professional knowledge. Experiences provide a bridge from theory to practice in short-term settings. Requires department approval. Internship is designed to provide practical participation under professional supervision in selected situations to gain experience in the application of concepts, principles and theories related to the students' area of specialization. Requires department approval. Graded P/F (UGRD) or S/U (GRAD).

ENT 499. Special/Temporary/Trial Topics. 1-5 Credits.

A flexible, temporary course focused on a specific area of study. Allows faculty to explore new subjects or provide concentrated study on a specific topic not typically covered in regular course offerings. Courses are often about current events, emerging research, specific study needs, or to gauge interest and feasibility for a new course.

ENT 631. Principles of Insect Pest Management. 3 Credits.

This course focuses on integrated pest management of insects and related arthropods. The course will cover information and tactics relevant to using and developing IPM programs (e.g. pesticides, economic thresholds, biocontrol). S (odd years) {Also offered for undergraduate credit - see ENT 431.}.

ENT 670. Insect Ecology. 3 Credits.

This course explores the importance of insects for investigating basic and applied ecological questions. We will primarily use the peer-reviewed literature to look at some of the most important issues in insect ecology. In doing so, we will look at the ecological foundations of these issues, the methods scientists use to research them, and their connections to management. The course will be online and asynchronous with regular deadlines to help maintain progress throughout the semester. {Also offered for undergraduate credit - see ENT 470.}.

ENT 690. Seminar. 1-5 Credits.

A group of students engaged, under a professor or professors, in research or criticism and in presentation of reports pertaining thereto.

ENT 695. Field Experience/Practicum/Internship. 1-15 Credits.

Field Experience is a structured, hands-on learning opportunity outside the classroom where students apply academic concepts and develop professional skills in a real-work setting. Experiences involve observations, assisting with tasks, and leading activities that allow students to gain practical knowledge, refine skills, and reflect on their learning in the context of their field. Requires department approval. Practicum is a supervised, practical experience during a course of study where students apply academic learning to real-world situations, under the guidance of professionals, to gain hands-on skills and professional knowledge. Experiences provide a bridge from theory to practice in short-term settings. Requires department approval. Internship is designed to provide practical participation under professional supervision in selected situations to gain experience in the application of concepts, principles and theories related to the students' area of specialization. Requires department approval. Graded P/F (UGRD) or S/U (GRAD).

ENT 696. Special/Temporary/Trial Topics. 1-5 Credits.

A flexible, temporary course focused on a specific area of study. Allows faculty to explore new subjects or provide concentrated study on a specific topic not typically covered in regular course offerings. Courses are often about current events, emerging research, specific study needs, or to gauge interest and feasibility for a new course.

ENT 701. Insect Pest Identification and Management: Corn & Wheat. 1 Credit.

This course provides information about common insect/arthropod pests of corn and wheat in the upper Great Plains of the U.S. It's primarily intended for students with applied interests in entomology, farming, crop consulting, or land management. Topics include insect/arthropod pest identification, biology, feeding damage, and integrated pest management strategies.

ENT 702. Insect Pest Identification and Management: Soybean & Pulses. 1 Credit.

This course provides information about common insect/arthropod pests of soybean and pulses in the upper Great Plains of the U.S. It's primarily intended for students with applied interests in entomology, farming, crop consulting, or land management. Topics include insect/arthropod pest identification, biology, feeding damage, and integrated pest management strategies.

ENT 703. Insect Pest Identification and Management: Potatoes & Oilseeds. 1 Credit.

This course provides information about common insect/arthropod pests of potatoes and oilseeds (sunflower) in the upper Great Plains of the U.S. It's primarily intended for students with applied interests in entomology, farming, crop consulting, or land management. Topics include insect/arthropod pest identification, biology, feeding damage, and integrated pest management strategies.

ENT 741. Insect-Plant Interactions. 3 Credits.

Insect-plant interactions are a key feature of the terrestrial ecology of our planet. The course will cover plant interactions with both herbivores and pollinators, and will emphasize the behavioral mechanisms insects use to exploit plants.

ENT 750. Systematic Entomology. 5 Credits.

Introduction to systematic methods and principles; identification of common families of insects. F (even years).

ENT 760. Insect Structure. 4 Credits.

Structure of insects and physiological functions. The development of adult form from embryonic and larval precursors during growth and metamorphosis; evolutionary development of insect structures. F (odd years).

ENT 761. Insect Physiology. 4 Credits.

Function of major insect organ systems and metabolism, growth, and molting of insects. S (odd years).

ENT 770. Writing a Scientific Literature Review. 3 Credits.

Explore how and why to create a scientific literature review in this writing intensive class. Hands-on exercises will help improve scientific writing, peer-review, and self-assessment while working throughout the semester to create your own review.

ENT 781. Overview of Entomology. 3 Credits.

This course provides basic information about Entomology and is intended to provide an overview of the topic for students of varying academic and/or career interests who have not previously had a general Entomology class. Topics include: arthropod (i.e., insects and their relatives) taxonomy and identification, arthropod structure and function, and how arthropods interact in multiple contexts.

ENT 790. Seminar. 1-5 Credits.

A group of students engaged, under a professor or professors, in research or criticism and in presentation of reports pertaining thereto.

ENT 791. Temporary/Trial Topics. 1-5 Credits.

ENT 792. Graduate Teaching Experience. 1-6 Credits.

An NDSU graduate student engaged in a teaching experiences evaluated for professional development. Graded S/U.

ENT 793. Individual Study. 1-5 Credits.

Direct study allowing an individual student under faculty supervision to undertake selected, independent work in topics of special interest. Requires departmental approval.

ENT 794. Practicum/Internship. 1-15 Credits.

ENT 795. Field Experience/Practicum/Internship. 1-15 Credits.

Field Experience is a structured, hands-on learning opportunity outside the classroom where students apply academic concepts and develop professional skills in a real-work setting. Experiences involve observations, assisting with tasks, and leading activities that allow students to gain practical knowledge, refine skills, and reflect on their learning in the context of their field. Requires department approval. Practicum is a supervised, practical experience during a course of study where students apply academic learning to real-world situations, under the guidance of professionals, to gain hands-on skills and professional knowledge. Experiences provide a bridge from theory to practice in short-term settings. Requires department approval. Internship is designed to provide practical participation under professional supervision in selected situations to gain experience in the application of concepts, principles and theories related to the students' area of specialization. Requires department approval. Graded P/F (UGRD) or S/U (GRAD).

ENT 796. Special/Temporary/Trial Topics. 1-5 Credits.

A flexible, temporary course focused on a specific area of study. Allows faculty to explore new subjects or provide concentrated study on a specific topic not typically covered in regular course offerings. Courses are often about current events, emerging research, specific study needs, or to gauge interest and feasibility for a new course.

ENT 798. Master's Thesis. 1-10 Credits.

Original investigation under the supervision of a major adviser and a supervisory committee. Graded S/U.

ENT 898. Continuing Enrollment. 1-9 Credits.

Intended for graduate students who have completed all necessary credits of course work including thesis (798) and dissertation (899) on their approved Plan of Study, but who have not yet completed and submitted their thesis or dissertation. See the Enrollment Policy for details. The fee for Continuing Enrollment (898) is not eligible for a waiver. Students holding an F-1 or J-1 visa are not eligible to enroll in 898 credits as part of meeting requirements. If a student holding an F-1 or J-1 visa needs to enroll in an 898 course, they must receive prior approval to do so from the international student advisor in Global Programs and Services. Graded S/U. Requires department approval.

ENT 899. Doctoral Dissertation. 1-15 Credits.

Original investigation under the supervision of a major adviser and an advisory committee. Graded S/U.