SWS 6366 Biodegradation and Bioremediation of Organic Contaminants
- Credits: 3
- Prerequisites: microbiology
- When Offered: Spring (even-numbered years)
- Syllabus: SWS 6366 Biodegradation and Bioremediation of Organic Contaminants
Description
This course will present the basic principles of chemical and biological degradation of toxic chemicals and familiarize students with the application of remedial technologies in natural environments. Topics covered will include the occurrence and ecological significance of toxic organic chemicals, the chemistry of contaminants, the kinetics and mechanisms of degradation (chemical and biological), and current technologies for bioremediation of contaminated soils and water.
Course Outline
The following topics will be covered:
- Introduction to bioremediation
- Introduction to microorganisms
- Introduction to contaminants
- Strategies of microbial degradation and bioremediation
- Biotransformation of chemicals
- Environmental effects on microbial degradation
- Chemical interaction with the environment
- Kinetics of biodegradation
- Molecular Biology of Genetically modified microorganisms—techniques
- Bioremediation of organic and inorganic pollutants
- Remediation Technologies
At A Glance
- 100% online
- $535 per credit hour plus fees
- No GRE required
- 40+ courses to choose from
- Classes offered spring, summer & fall