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ESPM 131 - Soil Microbiology and Biogeochemistry

Environmental Science, Policy, and Management Undergraduate CNR - Rausser Clg Natural Resources

Subject

ESPM

Course Number

131

Department

Environmental Science, Policy, and Management

Course Level

Undergraduate

Course Title

Soil Microbiology and Biogeochemistry

Course Description

Introduction to the organisms that live in the soil and their activities in the soil ecosystem. Lectures will cover the physical and chemical properties of soils and the soil as a habitat for microorganisms, the diversity and ecology of soil microorganisms, and their activity in the context of biogeochemical cycling, plant-microbe interactions, global environmental change and bioremediation. Goals: To gain fundamental knowledge of the occurrence and activities of soil microorganisms and their influence on soil productivity and environmental quality as well as potential applications of soil microbiology.

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Grading Basis

Default Letter Grade; P/NP Option

Method of Assessment

Written Exam

Instructors

Pallud, Brodie

Prerequisites

Biology 1A-1B.

Repeat Rules

Course is not repeatable for credit.

Credit Restriction Courses. Students will receive no credit for this course if following the course(s) have already been completed.

Course Objectives

The overall objective of the class is to provide an overview of the soil as a habitat for microorganisms, and to introduce students to the diversity, ecology and activity of soil microorganisms in the context of biogeochemical cycling, plant-microbe interactions, global environmental change and bioremediation.

Prior Terms Offered

https://classes.berkeley.edu/search/class?f[]=cs_course_id:107430&f[]=course_number:131&f[]=subject_code:ESPM

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Duration and Hours

Term

Fall and Spring

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Lecture Mode of Instruction

In Person

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