Course Detail
Units:
3.0
Course Components:
Lecture
Enrollment Information
Enrollment Requirement:
Prerequisites: Graduate Standing OR Instructor Consent.
Description
An overview of biologically mediated transformation of environmental contaminants. The class will begin with an overview of basic biology (bacteria cellular metabolism, enzymes, and biodegradation kinetics), followed by aerobic and anaerobic biodegradation of petroleum products, halogenated hydrocarbons, and explosives. Bioremediation of inorganic contaminants. Phytoremediation and fungal remediation. Mining bioreactors, solid treatments, and organic reactors.