PPSC-PLANT PROTECTION SCIENCE -- 2003-05 Catalog
Horticulture and Crop Science Department

PPSC 110 People, Pests and Plagues (4) GE B2 & B4

Introduction to the science of entomology, focusing on insect and small arthropod biology. Insects as the largest group of terrestrial lifeforms on the plant. Insect pest and beneficial species, and their role in shaping how we live, work and eat. Not open to students majoring in CRSC, FRSC, EHS nor PPSC. 3 lectures, 1 activity.

PPSC 311 Agricultural Entomology (4)

The science of entomology as it relates to pest management in agriculture. Focus on the biology, ecology and identification of insects and mites important to agricultural production systems. Identification of insects injurious to California horticultural, field, and vegetable crops. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: CHEM 110/111 and introductory courses in biology, botany or zoology or consent of instructor.

PPSC 321 Weed Ecology (4)

Weed ecology, biology, and implications for management. Identification of weedy and invasive plant species in annual agricultural, perennial semi-managed, range, aquatic, and forest ecosystems, to elucidate weaknesses and strengths in order to facilitate vegetation management. Organic, cultural, biological, mechanical, and chemical methods and their integrated (IPM) uses. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: BOT 121 or introductory course in botany or biology.

PPSC 327 Vertebrate Pest Management (4)

Vertebrate pests injurious to crops, livestock, forest products, wildlife, stored products and humans. Life habits, identification, control methods, and materials. Related laws and regulations. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

PPSC 405 Advanced Weed Science (4)

Group study and discussion of the importance of the ecology and biology of weeds for successful management; integrated weed management; herbicide selectivity based on mode of actions; herbicides and the environment; regulatory aspects of weed control. Field trip required. 3 seminars, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: PPSC 321 or consent of instructor.

PPSC 414 Grape Pest Management (4)

Comprehensive survey of major grape pests including diseases, insects, weeds, vertebrates, and nematodes. Identification and biology of grape pests and natural enemies, monitoring, and integrated pest management (IPM) strategies, including cultural, biological, and chemical controls. Guest lectures. Total credit limited to 8 units. 3 lectures, 1 activity. Prerequisite: PPSC 311, BOT 323, FRSC 231.

PPSC 427 Disease and Pest Control Systems for Ornamental
Plants (4)

Recognition, prevention and control of diseases, insect/mite pests and weeds that impact commercial ornamental plantings. Integrated pest management strategies presented including biological, cultural, and safe and proper pesticidal controls. Laboratory emphasizes hands-on approach to disease, pest and weed control procedures. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: EHS 121, CRSC 311, BOT 324 and senior standing.

PPSC 431 Insect Pest Management (4)

Principles of insect and mite pest management, including integrated pest management (IPM), applications of ecological theory to pest management, cultural, biological and chemical controls, pesticide resistance management, insect and mite monitoring, biotechnology applications, pesticide laws and regulations, pest control advisor and qualified applicator licensing and certification. One field trip required. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: PPSC 311 or consent of instructor.

PPSC 441 Biological Control of Insects (4)

Biological control of insects to include history of classical methods, biology, augmentation and inundative release of beneficial arthropods. Identification of beneficial arthropods to appropriate taxonomic level. Technology, laws and regulations governing use of biocontrol agents. Field trips to insectaries, quarantine facilities and/or crop production areas. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: PPSC 311 or consent of instructor.