2011-2012 University Catalog 
  
2011-2012 University Catalog

BIOL 459 - Fungi and Ecosystems

Credits: 3 (NR)
Considers impact of fungi on ecosystems in terms of biogeochemical cycling, primary and secondary production, and regulating community structure and populations of individual species through their activities as symbionts and parasites. Discusses role of fungi in ameliorating pollutants produced by anthropogenic activities.

Prerequisite(s): BIOL 308 or BIOL 310 or permission of instructor.

Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 0