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Microbiological interactions impact on almost every aspect of biology, from plant nutrient uptake and photosynthesis to animal digestion to ecosystem function. We will explore the intimate interactions of microorganisms with plants and animals, and other microorganisms. We consider a range of microorganisms, including bacteria, oomycetes, fungi, and archaea. You will develop skills in evaluating how molecular, ecological, biochemical and synthetic community approaches contribute to our understanding of microorganisms and their myriad interactions.
To be successful in this course, we expect that you have undertaken some microbiology coursework at least to the 200 level. If you haven't had 300 level microbiology, we advise discussing the course with the course coordinator before enrolling. Recommended preparatory course(s): at least one of BIOL313, BIOL332, BIOL333, BIOL334, and/or 460 or equivalents. Experience in ecology would be helpful.This course covers aspects of biological interactions involving bacteria, fungi, oomycetes and other cryptic biota, spanning the scales of molecules to global patterns. Most of your learning will take place outside of the classroom. The expectation of a 400 level, 15 point course is that an average student will spend 150 hours on the course, only 12 of which are in seminar. You will need to coordinate and attend group meetings outside of normal class hours in order to complete assignments.
As a student in this course I will develop:● An understanding of the science as a collaborative process, particularly focussing on critical review skills (seminar discussions, collaborative report writing; GP2),● A sophisticated understanding of experimental design and methodology (seminar discussions; GP1),● Core knowledge of microbiological interactions (report writing, exam; GP1)● Science and communication skills (report writing; GP2)● Understanding of Vision Mātauranga as applied to research (report writing; GP3) Pūkenga Ngaio | Transferable Skills ● I can review complex research areas, evaluate that research, and provide a useful interpretation of that information (GP1, GP2),● I am able to participate and lead groups in collaborative writing (GP 2),● I can discuss Vision Mātauranga as relevant to reviewing scientific research (GP3).
Subject to approval of the Head of School. RP: At least one of BIOL313, BIOL332-335, BIOL352, BIOL455, BIOL460, and/or BCHM305.
BIOL493
At least one of BIOL313, BIOL332-335, BIOL352, BIOL455, BIOL460, and/or BCHM305.
Ian Dickie
Dr Manpreet Dhami (Landcare Research)
Course Outline
Domestic fee $1,066.00
International Postgraduate fees
* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.
For further information see School of Biological Sciences .