Topic outline

  • Environmental Microbiology


  • Course presentation

    The course "Environmental Microbiology" explores microbial diversity in different environments, their ecological roles, and their impact on human health. It provides an understanding of water and soil microbiology, gut flora, and hygiene practices to prevent infections.

    Target Audience: Third-year Applied Microbiology students

    Objectives:

    • Understand microbial diversity in various environmental settings, including water, soil, and indoor environments.

    • Explore the ecological roles of microorganisms in these different habitats.

    • Examine the impact of microorganisms on human health, particularly in the context of digestive tract microbiology and facility hygiene.

    • Develop research and analytical skills to understand the complexities of microbial ecosystems and propose innovative solutions to associated environmental and health challenges.

    • Contact


      Dr. K. AHMED GAID (k.ahmedgaid@centre-univ-mila.dz)

      • Credits: 6  Semester: 06  Type: UEF   VHS: 67h30   Course: 03h00  PW: 01h30   Personal Work: 82h30  Coefficient: 03

      • Evaluation Method: Continuous assessment (40%) and exam (60%)

      • Prerequisites

        • A foundation in cellular biology and microbiology

        • An understanding of basic ecological concepts, such as interactions between organisms and their environment, biogeochemical cycles, and biodiversity

        • Knowledge of general chemistry, particularly regarding chemical reactions and the properties of organic and inorganic compounds



      • Plan global


        • Introduction to Environmental Microbiology
        • Chapter I: Water Microbiology
        • Chapter II: Soil Microbiology
        • Chapter III: Elements of Digestive Tract Microbiology
        • Chapter VI: Contamination and Hygiene of Facilities


        • Chat


        • Introduction

        • Chapter I :Microbiology of water

        • Chapter II: Soil microbiology

        • Chapter III: Elements of digestive tract microbiology

          • Chapter VI: Contamination and hygiene of facilities

            • Pratical works

            • Test

            • References

              1.      Bertrand, J. C., Caumette, P., Lebaron, P., & Matheron, R. (2015). Environmental Microbiology: Fundamentals and Applications. Springer.

              2.      Maier, R. M., Pepper, I. L., & Gerba, C. P. (2009). Introduction to Environmental Microbiology. Elsevier.

              3.      Mitchell, R., & Gu, J. D. (2010). Environmental Microbiology. Wiley-Blackwell.

              4.      Reineke, W., & Schlömann, M. (2023). Environmental Microbiology. Springer.

              5.      Spellman, F. R. (1999). Microbiology for Water and Wastewater Operators (Revised Reprint). CRC Press.