CE 7530 - Biodegration and Bioremediation

The major biochemical pathways that are significant in the microbial conversion of xenobiotic compounds to common metabolic intermediates. Interpretation of quantification of biodegration reactions and investigation of various physiochemical and environmental factors that impact biodegradation reactions.

Requisites: CE 6500
Credit Hours: 3
Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:

Students will be able to explain the experimental aspects of bioremediation.
Students will be able to discuss the topic of microorganisms (growth, nutrition, redox).
Students will be able to explain transcription, regulation, and enzymes.
Students will be able to explain biostimulation and phytoremediation.
Students will be able to explain the natural attenuation and bioaugmentation.
Students will be able to explain how BTEX, PAHs, chlorinated hydrocarbons, explosives, heavy metals, and pesticides transform.