240049 Bee Diseases

Details
Department of Ecology
Earliest Possible YearBSc. 3 year to MSc. 2 year
DurationOutside schedule
 
Credits5 (ECTS)
Course LevelJoint BSc and MSc
 
ExaminationFinal Examination

written examination

Portfolio Examination


All aids allowed

Description of Examination: Portfolio exam Evaluation of written report Description of exam: Evaluation of reports about theories and discussions throughout the course, performance of laboratory work, and the preparation and approval of a main report (individual or group)

Weight: Balance: The main written report counts 60% and the other reports and participation count equal and in total 40%.



pass/fail, internal examiner

Dates of Exam:
12 September 2006, Deadline for delivery of main report
 
Requirement For Attending ExamParticipation (at least 75%) in course activities
 
Organisation of TeachingNOVA summer course. Lectures, colloquia, practical and theoretical exercises, excursion, web-based conferences.The course is a part of new NOVA (BEE-NOVA, the placing is coordinated with other BEE NOVA courses)
 
Block PlacementOutside schedule
Week Structure: Outside schedule, NOVA summer course from August 6-12. Application form: www.nova-university.org/Worddok/reg_form.rtf
 
Teaching LanguageEnglish
 
Optional PrerequisitesWe recommend fundamental knowledge about ecology, natural resources and fauna in the landscape
 
Restrictions15
 
Areas of Competence the Course Will Address
Competences within basic science:Knowledge about honey bee biology and their diseases and parasites Understanding epidemiology and disease transmission Evaluate the importance of ecological parameters in honey bee disease control Technology and production:Knowledge about legal aspects of honey bee disease controlKnowledge and understanding of specific methods used for honey bee disease control Evaluate technical solutions from a theoretical and practical point of viewExperience in diagnosis of bee diseases, for example microbial methodsUse and transfer of knowledge about the biology of bee diseases in relation to research, management and practical bee keepingEthics and values:Awareness of and ability to reflect about the importance of honey bees for natural as well as cultivated eco-systems
 
Course Objectives
The aim of the course is to provide participants an understanding of the ecological, economical, legal, ethical and political factors of importance for bee disease control. Further, the aim is to provide the participants with sound ecological tools for their own preparation and evaluation of countermeasures to control bee diseases.
 
Course Contents
The course contain the following elements:Bee biology (social insects societies, concept of super organism, behaviour, pollination)Bee diseases, parasites and other enemies of bees, life-cycles, mode of action, diagnosis, treatmentMechanisms of disease transmission and epidemiologyDefense mechanismsCo-evolution of bees and their pathogensPublic control of bee diseases, including legal aspects, importEthics and values of relevance for bee keeping and disease controlThe emphasis is on pathogens and parasites of economical and ecological importance for bee keeping under Northern European conditions. Also potential emerging pathogens and parasites will be covered.The course will provide the students with a fundamental knowledge and understanding of general problems related to bee keeping and a range of theoretical and practical aspects of bee disease and their control.
 
Teaching And Learning Methods
The course is organised as a Nordic NOVA course. During seven consecutive days students (from 6 till 12 of August) will be accommodated in Copenhagen. Teaching is executed by lectures, colloquia, theoretical and practical exercises, excursion and group work. Guest lectures will, together with the main teachers of the course, give the participants the necessary background for their project work. Colloquia include reading and discussion of scientific literature.The excursion includes a visit to the Danish public bee disease laboratory as well as a practical beekeeper.After the seven days at KVL the students prepare their main written report (individual or group) going more into depth. The students will choose their subjects themselves with supervision by the team of teachers. To ensure supervision and discussion between students there will be web-based conferences using Campus net facilities. The main report must be delivered one month after the seven days at KVL and the teachers evaluation will take place immediately after the delivery.
 
Course Litterature
Honey Bee Pests, Predators, and Diseases, 3rd ed., R.A. Morse and K. Flottum, eds., A.I. Root Co., Medina, Ohio.
 
Course Coordinator
Jørgen Eilenberg, jei@life.ku.dk, Department of Agriculture and Ecology/Section of Zoology, Phone: 35332692
Annette Bruun Jensen, abj@life.ku.dk, Department of Agriculture and Ecology/Section of Zoology, Phone: 35332662
 
Attendance Fee
Participants from NOVA universities will get travel and accomodation re-imbursed according to NOVA regulations. Other students: contact KVL for information about fees etc. Application form: www.nova-university.org/Worddok/reg_form.rtf
 
Study Board
Study Committee NSN
 
Course Scope
lectures25
theoretical exercises5
practicals10
Excursions10
Colloquia10
project work60
preparation20

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