GOALS OF THE COURSE: MICROBIAL ECOLOGY
GOAL 1: You will develop your analytical
and synthesis skills in
studying the broad field of microbial ecology
- by completing assigned readings
- by viewing videos and CD-ROMs
GOAL 2: You will apply the framework of
microbial ecology to
specific biology careers or professional
fields
by doing in-depth research on a selected area
of microbial ecology
- by creating a twenty minute media presentation
for your audience
- by self assessing your videotaped presentation
GOAL 3: You will further refine your laboratory
skills in
microbial ecology
- by analyzing what classical methods contribute
to our understanding
- by analyzing what molecular methods contribute
to our understanding
- by learning several appropriate methods for
testing communities of the microbial world
- by designing, conducting, and communicating
an in-depth microbial ecological study
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