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| BIOL0212-1 | Introduction to environmental microbiology | ||||||||
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| Duration : | 30h Th | ||||||||
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| Holder(s) : | Monique Carnol | ||||||||
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| Course contents : | Microorganisms are invisible to the naked eye, yet they are essential components of all ecosystem. They can be found in the atmosphere, as well as in deep subsurface environments, where they are responsible for key functions. They intervene in the production and consumption of O2 and CO2, they are responsible for the transformation of numerous substances and their activity can be exploited for applied issues, such as bioremediation. In this course, students will learn about the vital role played by microorganisms in marine, freshwater and terrestrial ecosystems and their use in some applied processes. Intended for students without a strong background in biology, microorganisms important in the environment, their metabolism and community functioning, will first be introduced. Key subjects, such as biogeochemical cycling, interactions between microorganisms, biofilm formation, will be explored through the study of various ecosystems (aquatic-terrestrial) and processes (bioremediation). Particular importance is given to the understanding of theoretical concepts and their application to concrete examples. Thus the course progresses from theoretical concepts towards practical examples of the microbial activities in the environment. | ||||||||
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| Prerequisites : | Basic/detailed notions in microbiology, chemistry, biochemistry and ecology are useful, but not essential. | ||||||||
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| Organization : | Lectures are given in the second 'quadrimestre', 2 hours a week, Tuesday from 10h30 to 12h20. In 2007, the course will therefore start on 6th February. The majority of lectures will be given as 'Power point' presentations. Team or individual assignments will be given to the students. | ||||||||
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| Written notes : | Lecture notes and power point illustrations are available (pdf files) during the year. The understanding of concepts is based on the explanations given during the lectures. Additional information can be obtained from reference books available in the laboratory. | ||||||||
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| Assessment : | Oral examination and student's assignments. | ||||||||
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| Contacts : | Prof. Monique CARNOL, Laboratoire d'Ecologie Végétale et Microbienne, Institut de Botanique B22, Boulevard du Rectorat, 4000 Liège, Belgique (Parking 70, 3rd floor) Tel. 04 3663845 (office), Tel./Fax. 04/3663817 (laboratory), e-mail: m.carnol@ulg.ac.be | ||||||||
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| Remarks : | The course is still under construction. Updated information will be available at the beginning of the 2nd 'quadrimestre' 2006-2007. | ||||||||
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ULg : Students and Studies Administration - Academic Affairs
Contact : Monique Marcourt, direction A.E.E.
Date of data : 18/05/2007
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