PLSC 205 - Introduction to Pesticides

Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring

Manufacture, regulation, marketing and use of pesticides. Structure, mode of action, toxicity, degradation, safety and environmental impact of pesticides commonly used. Biological, chemical and non-chemical approaches and their effectiveness in controlling pests. This course serves as preparation for materials covered on the Pesticide Applicators certification exam. Opportunity will be given to take the Certified Pesticide Applicators exam at the end of the semester if the student desires to become certified.