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ENT203 — Biopesticides In Insect Pest Management

Course Overview

ENT203 2 Credits L:0 T:0 P:4 Skill Enhancement
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This practical subject covers laboratory techniques for biopesticides and biorationals, including the isolation, purification, mass multiplication, and formulation of biocontrol agents. It also addresses botanical extracts, efficacy evaluation against insect pests, and preparation of a bankable proposal for commercial biopesticide production.

Unit 1

Introduction to laboratory techniques and media preparations

Unit 2

Isolation, purification and mass multiplications of entomopathogens

Unit 3

Formulations of biopesticides

Unit 4

Extractions of biorationals

Unit 5

Preparation of bankable projects

Continuous Assessment

4 components

All 4 CAs count towards your CA score.
Project 2 25%

Submit a field report documenting isolation, purification and mass multiplication of entomopathogenic bacterial microbes with photos.

Week 3 / 4

Rubric
To enable students to recognize and correctly handle laboratory instruments, follow safety protocols, and develop basic skills in identifying different entomopathogenic bacterial microbes.

Project 3 25%

Submit a field report documenting isolation, purification and mass multiplication of entomopathogenic fungal microbes with photos.

Week 7 / 9

Rubric
To enable students to recognize and correctly handle laboratory instruments, follow safety protocols, and develop basic skills in identifying different entomopathogenic fungal microbes.

Project 1 25%

Submit a field report documenting different steps of preparation of botanical biopesticides.

Week 11 / 12

Rubric
To enable students to recognize and correctly handle laboratory instruments, follow safety protocols, and develop basic skills in identifying plants having biopesticide properties.

Project 4 25%

Submit a field report documenting the bankable project.

Week 14 / 15

Rubric
To prepare a bankable project for the establishment of a biopesticides unit.

Exams & Practice

End Term Examination

Final semester comprehensive evaluation

50%

Type: Practical

ENT203 - FAQs

How many units are in ENT203?

ENT203 has 5 units. Each unit includes detailed notes and MCQ practice questions.

What exam resources are available for ENT203?

Unit-wise notes and MCQ practice are available. Exam resources coming soon.

How to prepare for ENT203 exams?

Study each unit's notes thoroughly, practice MCQs to test understanding, and attempt mock tests before exams. Focus on important topics and previous year questions.