MASC574 MICROBIOLOGY OF WATER
| Course Code: |
9500574 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): |
3(3-0) |
| ECTS Credit: |
8.0 |
| Department: |
Graduate School Of Marine Sciences |
| Language of Instruction: |
English |
| Level of Study: |
Graduate |
| Course Coordinator: |
Prof.Dr. ZAHÝT UYSAL |
| Offered Semester: |
Fall or Spring Semesters. |
Course Content
Introduction and development of marine microbiology, Significance of marine microbiology in oceanography. Marine microorganisms: bacteria, fungi algae, colorless protozoa, their distribution in the sea and in the sediment. Influence of physical, chemical and biological factors on aquatic microorganisms. Microorganisms and water pollution. Role of microorganisms in the water. Economic aspects of water microbiology.
