0062.E1.O1Investigate anatomical, morphological and taxonomic features of insects required for identification
0062.E1.O2Examine the interaction of insects with trees
0062.E1.O3Research annualised population and generational behaviour of insects
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Conduct an entomology research project
KHU-AGR-0062
Australian Equivalent
AHCARB807
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5
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28
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct an entomology research project requiring the collection and documentation of insects affecting trees. Important research themes to be investigated include the interrelationships of insects on their environment, forests and trees and the impact they have on economics, health of trees and the control strategies employed to contain infestations. The unit applies to individuals with highly specialised advanced theoretical and technical knowledge for professional work and research in arboriculture. They exercise advanced cognitive, technical and communication skills and demonstrate complete autonomy, judgement and adaptability in research and analysis for complex problems. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements are to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements & Learning Outcomes
50062.E2.O1Develop and document a reference collection of insects
0062.E2.O2Create a database of tree pests and vectors
0062.E2.O3Compile and document host, climatic and geographic distribution data of insects affecting trees
0062.E2.O4Record and compile generational phenology of insects
0062.E3.O1Investigate and identify natural antagonists, predators and parasitoids of insects affecting trees
0062.E3.O2Investigate phytophagous and damaging insect–tree dynamics
0062.E3.O3Investigate the tree dynamics of symbiotic/beneficial and insects
0062.E3.O4Investigate physiological responses of tree resistance to insects
0062.E3.O5Investigate host–pathogen and pathogen–vector interactions
0062.E3.O6Evaluate conditions for selection of host trees by subcortical feeding insects and factors associated with attack
0062.E3.O7Investigate and assess insect transmission of disease
0062.E3.O8Evaluate multi-trophic interactions between host plant, pest and pathogen/parasitoids
0062.E4.O1Determine economic costs of insect damage to trees
0062.E4.O2Evaluate insects as indicators of environmental health and condition
0062.E4.O3Determine insect biological hazards
0062.E4.O4Investigate impact and effects of control strategies on target and non-target organisms
0062.E4.O5Investigate insect resistance to pesticides
0062.E4.O6Investigate and evaluate biological agents for tree pest control
0062.E4.O7Investigate and evaluate tree health management options to manage insect infestation
0062.E5.O1Collect, tabulate, and analyse data from investigations
0062.E5.O2Determine relevance of results to arboriculture
0062.E5.O3Compile and communicate research and results into a research paper
0062.E5.O4Submit research paper for review according to standards of a professional technical peer-reviewed journal
0062.E5.O5Review feedback and amend according to reviewer comments
0062.E5.O6Prepare article or presentation to communicate key facts and conclusions to industry