Level: III
Semester: 1
No. of credits: 3
Prerequisites: BIOL 2265, BIOL 2164, BIOL 2165 and BIOL 2360

 

Course Description

This course explores the diversity and function of microorganisms in the environment. Emphasis is placed on metabolic processes employed by microbes to transform organic and inorganic substances as part of bio-geochemical cycles. The role of microorganisms in pollution of water, soil and air is considered in addition to microbial processes used in environmental remediation and conservation. Conventional and molecular-based tools used for detecting, characterizing and monitoring microbes in the environment are also covered. The teaching and learning methods include lectures/tutorials, discussion sessions and labs.

 

Assessment

Coursework            50%
Final Examination  50%
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