Marine Microbiology II
| Numbering Code | U-AGR01 3A249 LJ81 | Year/Term | 2022 ・ Second semester | |
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| Number of Credits | 2 | Course Type | Lecture | |
| Target Year | 3rd year students | Target Student | ||
| Language | Japanese | Day/Period | Wed.2 | |
| Instructor name | KAMIKAWA RYOUMA (Graduate School of Agriculture Associate Professor) | |||
| Outline and Purpose of the Course | There are diverse microalgae in the hydrosphere that carry out primary production. In addition to microalgae, heterotrophic protists also contribute to biochemical circulation in the hydrosphere. The lecture describes the history and background of the recognition of these micro-organisms and their life styles in reference to molecular biology and ecology, so as to deepen students' understanding of the basic biological structure of the hydrosphere. | |||
| Course Goals |
1．To be able to explain the primary production process of the ocean (hydrosphere). 2．To be able to explain microalgae, which carry out primary production, and their diversity. 3．To be able to describe the diversity of protists. 4．To be able to explain the molecular biological methods to study those. 5．To be able to explain bioactive substances produced by microalgae. |
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| Schedule and Contents |
Lectures 1 and 2: The process of biochemical circulation via microorganisms in the hydrosphere Lectured 3 and 4: The history of microorganisms and research methods for the evolution of microorganisms Lectures 5-12: The physiology, ecology, and digestive system of microalgae that carry out primary production 1) Evolution and origin of photosynthesis 2) The diversity of algae 3) The chloroplast's function 4) Red tide 5) Poison and color produced by microalgae Lectures 13-14: Eukaryotes living in an anaerobic environment 1) History of research and ecology 2) Metabolism in organelles Lecture 15: Feedback (how feedback will be given is to be confirmed later) |
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| Evaluation Methods and Policy |
Assessment is based on the reports (5 in total, each carrying 6 points) and an exam (written exam, 70 points). Reports are assessed based on the learning outcomes policy. A higher mark will be given to work that shows originality. Assessment criteria and policy are drawn from "Assessment criteria and policy" in the current version of the Faculty of Agriculture Student Handbook. |
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| Course Requirements | It is advisable that students have Marine Microbiology (A225), but it is not prerequisites. | |||
| Study outside of Class (preparation and review) | It is recommended that students prepare for the lecture based on the handout and that you come to class with questions. | |||
| Textbooks | Textbooks/References | Not used. Handouts will be distributed after each lecture. | ||
| References, etc. | To be introduced during class | |||
