Instrumentation and field measurement. Metabolic basis for applied uses of environmental bacteria in areas such as bioremediation, soil fertility and waste management. The use of enrichment and selection techniques to isolate a variety of bacteria from soil and aquatic environments. All of MICB 201 and 1 of MICB 202, BIOL 201. Philosophy and methods of data collection, analysis and classification of land for multiple uses.
Laboratories emphasize geographic information systems applications.
Root Symbioses . Interactions between plant roots and soil microorganisms with emphasis on mutualism. Offered in alternate years. Systematic work on approved problem. Soil Management and Conservation .