Beekeeping Bootcamp
Department of Entomology
Description
In Beekeeping Bootcamp, you will learn about honey bee biology and behavior, as well as the significance of honey bees for pollination and food production. You will also learn how to set up and manage beehives, including hive construction, hive placement considerations, equipment selection, and combating common hive issues. Harvesting and processing honey and other bee products will also be addressed.
To successfully complete the microcredential and earn a digital badge, you must achieve a minimum passing score of 80% on each quiz.
Level
Foundational
Who Is Eligible
Anyone
Credit or Noncredit
Noncredit
Skills Obtained
- Critical Thinking
- Agricultural Management
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Environmental Awareness
- Agribusiness
Instruction Method
Online
Time To Complete
Days
Instructor: Brian McCornack
Professor and Department Head – Department of Entomology
More information:
microcred@k-state.edu