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MICR 418 - Environmental Microbiology

(3 units)
Biology and ecology of microorganisms in natural and anthropogenic environments. Culture-based and molecular methods for detection, evaluation, and manipulation of microorganisms and their metabolism.

Prerequisite(s): MICR 276 and MICR 276L.

Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Spring
Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course:
1. Students will be able to describe the metabolic activities of microorganisms in natural environments.
2. Students will be able to express informed opinions of current events and ethical issues pertaining to changes in the environment.
3. Students will be able to explain the advantages and disadvantages of methods that are used to assess the presence and activity of microorganisms in situ.
4. Students will be able to engage in independent inquiry through perusing current research literature for topics related to course material.
5. Students will be able to critically read, interpret, and assess current literature in environmental microbiology.


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