Molecular Methods for Microbial Characterization

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Credits 3. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours. Underlying principles of molecular methods for microbial detection and characterization in natural and man-made ecosystems; emphasis on method application and data interpretation; emphasis on microbial pathogens and indicator organisms in foods and environment; laboratory covers select protocols. Prerequisites: FSTC 326/ANSC 326 ; SCSC 405 ; POSC 429 ; approval of instructor. Cross Listing: FSTC 619 , POSC 619 and VTMI 619 .