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May 23, 2024
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BI 2020 - Cellular Microbiology3 lecture hours 3 lab hours 4 credits
Course Description
This course introduces students to the basics of cellular microbiology and the increasing importance and applications of microorganisms in engineering. Diversity of the microbial world, controls of microbial growth and metabolism, microbial molecular biology, ecology, and engineered environmental systems are discussed. Feasibility of bioremediation strategies and appropriate engineering controls to prevent undesired microbial infestation and food and industrial microbiology are also discussed and practiced. Lab activities provide hands on experience to emphasize lecture content. (prereq: BI 102 , CH 223 )
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
• An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering
• An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
• An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, societal, political, ethical, health an safety, manufacturability, and sustainability
• A knowledge of contemporary issues
• Gain an understanding of food and environmental microbiology
• Gain an understanding of the importance of bioremediation
• Demonstrate the use of basic microbiology engineering terminology and techniques
• Be familiar with the primary information on contemporary technological, social, ethical, and economic issues of microbiology in today’s world
Prerequisites by Topic
• BI-102 or equivalent
• CH-223 or equivalent
Course Topics
• Introduction and History
• Microbial Structure
• Microbial Growth
• Microbial Genetics
• Viruses
• Microbial Mathematics
• Food Microbiology
• Environmental Microbiology
• Microbial Ecology
• Bioremediation
• Future Challenges
• Student Presentations
• Exams
Laboratory Topics
• Food and Environmental Microbiology
• Cell Membrane Permeability
• Environment and Microbes
Coordinator
Eryn Hassemer
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