Environmental Engineering Microbiology. 3 credits

Catalog description

Addresses the fundamental aspects of microbial physiology and ecology and their application to environmental engineering processes. Specific topics include cell structure and function, energetics, metabolism, enzyme and growth kinetics, microbial/environmental interactions (e.g. interactions with organic pollutants), biogeochemical cycles, and an introduction to engineering applications including bioremediation, wastewater treatment, biosensors and microbial fuel cells. Offered by Civil, Environ & Infrastr Engr . May not be repeated for credit.