Traditional and molecular methods strategically applied to problems related to microbial biotechnology and environmental microbiology. Ranges from the diversity of microbial life to biodegradation. Seven general areas emphasized: 1) Statistical sampling and site characterization, 2) biomass determination, 3) enrichment techniques, 4) microbial activity measurements, 5) single cell detection in situ, 6) sequence and phylogenetic analysis followed by probe design, and 7) other modern techniques of environmental microbiology.
Semester(s) offered:
Fall
Prerequisites:
MICROBIO 310 or 311 and 312 with a grade of B- or better.
Level:
Both
Credits:
3
Department of Microbiology