201. Introduction to Bioenvironmental Sciences. (3-0). Credit 3.

An introduction to the biological components of environmental sciences, with emphasis on the impact of the world's population on global resources; lectures by research scientists reflecting their disciplinary perspective in relevant areas.

285. Directed Studies. Credit 1 to 4.

Individually supervised research or advanced studies for lower-division undergraduate students to independently investigate special problems not available in exisiting courses. Prerequisite: Approval of instructor in consultation with departmental advisor.

314. Pathogens, the Environment and Society. (3-0). Credit 3.

The impact of microorganisms (bacteria, fungi and viruses) on the development of modern culture and society; the role pathogens played in the history of mankind and the influence of the changing environment on emerging diseases. Prerequisite: Junior or senior classification.

401. Bioenvironmental Microbiology. (3-0). Credit 3.

The interactions of microorganism in diverse environments; applied aspects of microbial interactions in the environment, their effects on the environment, and potential use to solve environmental problems. Prerequisites: AGRO 405 and 3 hours of organic chemistry, or equivalents; or approval of instructor.

402. Microbial Processes in Bioremediation. (3-0). Credit 3.

Metabolic pathways of microbes involved in the biodegradation of hazardous materials will be presented; ecological requirements for biotreatability of contaminated sites will be discussed emphasizing factors affecting microbial growth; strategies for in situ bioaugmentation will be presented. Prerequisite: One semester of organic chemistry.

403. Sampling and Environmental Monitoring. (2-3). Credit 3.

Introduction to environmental sampling and methodology; strategies and analyses of sampling data; overview of current applications of sampling and monitoring in the environmental sciences; emphasis on practical aspects of sampling from air, soil and water; detection and quantification of microbial and chemical unknowns in environmental media. Prerequisite: Junior or senior classification or approval of instructor.

484. Field Experience. Credit 1 to 4.

An on-the-job supervised experience program conducted in the area of the student's specialization. Prerequisite: Junior or senior classification or approval of department head.

485. Directed Studies. Credit 1 to 4.

Special problems for advanced undergraduates to permit study of subject matter not available in existing courses. Prerequisite: BESC 201 or approval of instructor.

489. Special Topics in... Credit 1 to 4.

Selected topics in an identified area of bioenvironmental sciences. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: BESC 201 or approval of instructor.