PLANT SC 2500WT - Microbiology and Invertebrate Biology II
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Course Details
| Course Code | PLANT SC 2500WT | ||
| Course | Microbiology and Invertebrate Biology II | ||
| Coordinating Unit | School of Agriculture, Food & Wine, Faculty of Sciences | ||
| Term | Semester 1 2013 | ||
| Mode | Internal | ||
| Level | Undergraduate | ||
| Location/s | North Terrace | ||
| Units | 3 | ||
| Contact | Up to 6 hours per week | ||
| Prerequisites | Not applicable | ||
| Corequisites | Not applicable | ||
| Incompatible | OENOLOGY 2501WT | ||
| Assumed Knowledge | Not applicable | ||
| Restrictions | Not applicable | ||
| Quota | Not applicable | ||
| Course Description | An introduction to the biology of microorganisms and invertebrates of importance in agriculture, food, wine and natural ecosystems. Topics to be considered include: microbial growth, energy sources and nutritional categories; form and function of major groups of microorganisms; classification and identification; features of saprophytic, pathogenic, symbiotic and commensal lifestyles; interactions of microorganisms with their environment, including plants and animals; case studies of natural and managed microbial ecosystems; basic concepts of invertebrate taxonomy, physiology and function; external and internal anatomy; reproduction, life cycles, feeding relationships; practical skills for manipulating microorganisms and invertebrates and studying their activities. | ||
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