Students will learn about the growth, classification, and differentiation of bacteria as well as the role microorganisms play in the environment. The importance of pathogens in water treatment and the environment and sterilization and disinfection will be discussed. The laboratory components will focus on the basic tests to identify bacteria, use of a light and phase microscope, disinfection, quantification of bacteria, dilutions and microorganisms of surface water and wastewater.
Students will learn about the growth, classification, and differentiation of bacteria as well as the role microorganisms play in the environment. The importance of pathogens in water treatment and the environment and sterilization and disinfection will be discussed. The laboratory components will focus on the basic tests to identify bacteria, use of a light and phase microscope, disinfection, quantification of bacteria, dilutions and microorganisms of surface water and wastewater.