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Animal Behaviour  

The course introduces students to the various behavioural patterns among animals. Innate behaviour and learning processes shall be emphasized. The roles of the nervous system and the environment shall be discussed, with emphasis on biological rhythms. Using examples from both vertebrate and invertebrate groups,

factors that affect the behaviour of organisms shall be discussed and demonstrated experimentally. Holistic approach to the study of behaviour and physiological conditioning will be stressed.trophic interactions and population ecology. Chemical communication will be discussed. Overall, the course will emphasize on how ecological information and concepts could be applied usefully in agriculture, horticulture and forestry.

Course Code: 
CBE 306
No. of Credits: 
2
Level: 
Level 300
Course Semester: 
Second Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Entomology and Wildlife

Biostatistics    

This course applies statistical methods to biological information.  It deals with sampling techniques, data presentation, analysis and interpretation.  Types of distribution (e.g. normal binomial, Poisson) are also discussed.  Types of procedures including t-test, ANOVA, correlation and regression will be used to analyze biological data. 

Students will be taken through some basic experimental designs as well (e.g. CR, RCB, and factorial design)

Course Code: 
BIO 312
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 300
Course Semester: 
Second Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Entomology and Wildlife

Remote Sensing and GIS Technology

The course introduces students to the application of Remote Sensing (RS) and Geographic Information System (GIS) technologies to natural resource management. Students will be exposed to the use of aircraft and satellite imagery for monitoring soils, vegetation and land use, with the focus on environmental pollution and degradation.

Course Code: 
ENS 301A
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 300
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Entomology and Wildlife

Bees and Beekeeping  

An introduction to honey bee and stingless bee biology, the social organization of the honey bee colony and to modern apiculture and meliponiculture, including the use of bees for pollination. Topics to be discussed include the importance of beekeeping, how to get started, colony management practices, and utilization of hive products.

The practical aspect of this course examines the principles and practices of modern beekeeping and emphasize on students gaining practical field experience in modern management techniques.

Course Code: 
CBE 305
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 300
Course Semester: 
Second Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Entomology and Wildlife

Principles of Biodiversity Conservation

  The course introduces students to the concept of biodiversity conservation as the scientific study of nature and status of the Earth’s biodiversity.  Measurement of the threat status of organisms shall be emphasized. Threats to biodiversity in Africa, especially, shall be highlighted.

The course also deals with Ghana’s wildlife conservation policy and regulations, international conservation bodies and wildlife laws, world conservation strategies, traditional knowledge in conservation and conservation conventions which Ghana has ratified.

 

Course Code: 
CBE 303
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 300
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Entomology and Wildlife

Functional Insect Morphology and Anatomy  

The course relates insect structure to function. Students are introduced to Insect Science and its applications. Aspects to be covered include the head capsule, under which the different types of grooves, their origins and functions are discussed. 

Also to be discussed are modifications of the pterothorax, wing structure and coupling, flight activity, structure of abdominal segments and abdominal appendages. Attention is also given to the general structure and function of the digestive, circulatory, respiratory and excretory systems.

Course Code: 
CBE 302
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 300
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Entomology and Wildlife

Selected Invertebrates

The course discusses the ecology and biology (with emphasis on feeding and reproduction) of the Porifera, Coelenterata, Annelida, Mollusca, Arthropoda (excluding Insects) and Echinodermata. The following phenomena are also highlighted: cellular aggregation and division of labour as demonstrated by the Porifera;

polymorphism as demonstrated by the Coelenterata; significance of hydrostatic skeleton; coral formation; locomotory habits; metamerism as providing a degree of plasticity in the annelids; segmental locomotor appendages as shown by selected classes of the Arthropoda, adaptive radiation in the Mollusca; and dermal endoskeleton of the Echinodermata.

Course Code: 
CBE 301
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 300
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Entomology and Wildlife

Basic Computing for Biologists     

This course will expose students to the application of computers and software in biological sciences. The course will introduce students to Computer hardware and software. They will be exposed to input and output devices, Windows and MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and uses of Excel for basic analyses and graphical presentations.

Students will also be introduced to the use of the Internet and search engines for information retrieval on the web. Statistical packages (SPSS, MINITAB, GENSTAT etc.) for data analyses will be introduced. Uses of PCs interfaced with laboratory equipment will also be discussed.

Course Code: 
BIO 315
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 300
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Entomology and Wildlife

Functional Insect Morphology and Anatomy    

The course relates insect structure to function. Students are introduced to Insect Science and its applications. Aspects to be covered include the head capsule, under which the different types of grooves, their origins and functions are discussed. 

Also to be discussed are modifications of the pterothorax, wing structure and coupling, flight activity, structure of abdominal segments and abdominal appendages. Attention is also given to the general structure and function of the digestive, circulatory, respiratory and excretory systems.

Course Code: 
CBE 302
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 300
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Entomology and Wildlife

Critical Thinking and Practical Reasoning 

Critical thinking includes, but not limited to, variety of deliberative processes aimed at making wise decisions about what to believe and do, processes that centre on evaluation of arguments, among others.

The best way to use and appreciate critical thinking is to integrate logic, both formal and informal, with a variety of skills and topics useful in making sound decisions about claims, actions, and practices and to make it all palatable by presenting it in real-life contexts.

Course Code: 
PHL 205
No. of Credits: 
2
Level: 
Level 200
Course Semester: 
Second Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Entomology and Wildlife

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