BIOS 5250 - Microbial Ecology

The objective of this course is to understand the importance of the role and diversity of microorganisms for life on our planet. Students will integrate concepts from various disciplines, including microbiology, ecology, chemistry, geosciences, evolution, genetics, and health sciences. Lecture/seminar format includes computer usage with the web.

Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisites: BIOS 2320 or BIOS 3120 (or equivalent) and junior, senior, or graduate student standing; or consent of instructor.

Credits: 3 hrs.

Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate Students. All 5000-level courses have the following prerequisites: Junior/senior standing and at least 12 credits in biology, including the specific prerequisite for each course.