Entomology and Nematology

minor

Entomology and Nematology are interdisciplinary biological sciences that focus on the study of insects, mites, ticks, spiders, nematodes, and related organisms. These creatures can have both helpful and harmful effects on food security, the environment, and the health of humans and other animals. The Entomology and Nematology minor is available to students in any major who wish to gain more knowledge and experience with these organisms. Given the broad importance of insects and nematodes, an Entomology and Nematology minor can complement many different fields of study.

About this Program

Department Information

The Entomology and Nematology Department prepares students for exciting careers in a large variety of fields. Entomology and Nematology majors can enter medical, veterinary, or dental school; progress to graduate study in entomology, nematology, or any of several other biological sciences such as ecology and evolutionary biology, horticulture, or zoology; or move directly to a variety of careers (including industry and government positions) in fields such as pest management, agriculture, ecotourism, biosecurity, science policy, and education
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P.O. Box 110620
1881 Natural Area Drive, Bldg. 970 
STEINMETZ HALL
GAINESVILLE FL 32611-0620
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 Curriculum

Required Courses

A minimum grade of C is required for all courses, including electives.

ENY 3005
& 3005L		Principles of Entomology
and Principles of Entomology Laboratory		4
ENY 4161Insect Classification3
Approved electives8-9
Total Credits15-16

Approved Electives

Students may use any course offered by the Entomology & Nematology Department as an elective for the minor, except for ENY 1001, ENY 2040, and Entomology & Nematology Quest 2 courses. 

ALS 3153Agricultural Ecology3
ALS 4161Exotic Species and Biosecurity Issues3
ALS 4162Consequences of Biological Invasions3
ALS 4163Challenges in Plant Resource Protection3
ENY 2041CPractical Beekeeping3
ENY 2890CInsect Research CURE3
ENY 3007CLife Science3
ENY 3222CBiology and Identification of Urban Pests3
ENY 3225CPrinciples of Urban Pest Management3
ENY 3228Urban Vertebrate Pest Management2
ENY 3451CInsect Behavior3
ENY 3510CTurf and Ornamental Entomology3
ENY 3563Introduction to Tropical Entomology3
ENY 3564LTropical Entomology Field Laboratory2
ENY 3830Spider Biology2
ENY 3830LSpider Biology Lab1
ENY 4201Insect Ecology3
ENY 4201LInsect Ecology Lab1
ENY 4202Ecology of Vector-Borne Disease2
ENY 4208Ecology and Conservation of Pollinators3
ENY 4210Insects and Wildlife3
ENY 4221Termite Biology and Control2
ENY 4230Urban Pesticide Application1-6
ENY 4453Behavioral Ecology and Systematics3
ENY 4455CSocial Insects3
ENY 4571Honey Bee Biology3
ENY 4573Beekeeping I3
ENY 4574Beekeeping II3
ENY 4590CMosquito Identification3
ENY 4592Mosquito Biology3
ENY 4660Medical and Veterinary Entomology2
ENY 4660LMedical and Veterinary Entomology Laboratory1
ENY 4701Forensic Entomology3
ENY 4823Molecular Biology of Insects and Nematodes3
ENY 4932Special Topics in Entomology and Nematology1-3
IPM 3022Fundamentals of Pest Management3
IPM 4114Insect Pest and Vector Management3
NEM 3002Principles of Nematology3
PMA 4570CField Techniques in IPM2

Students may also use a maximum of 3 credits of supervised research/extension in Entomology & Nematology (ENY 4900, ENY 4911/NEM 4911, or ENY 4915/NEM 4915) towards the elective requirement.

Students are strongly encouraged to contact an academic advisor in the Entomology & Nematology program to discuss their coursework for the minor before registration.