Env.401: Concepts of Ecology & Biodiversity: -

different environmental models by simple computer programming. Internet
access to generate the environmental data.
* Current development in the subject :-
Env. 406 : Environmental Microbiology and Disease Control
Management
Unit I : Microorganisms and the Environment :- Microorganisms and the
structure of ecosystems. The physiological state of microorganisms in
Ecosystems. Microbiology of extreme environments. Surfaces & Biofilms ,
Microbial mats. Pure culture concept. Techniques used for environment of
culture concept. Techniques used for environment of culture. Method of
pure culture, preparation, maintenance and preservation of microbial culture,
types of culture, sterilization and disinfections. The influence of
environmental factors on growth.
Unit II : Microbiology of Air , Water & Soil :- Distribution of microbes
in air, Allergic disorders by air microflora fungal and pollen allergens.
Collection and enumeration of aeroallergens. The microbial community in
Marine and Fresh water environments. Aquatic nutrient cycles - Carbon,
Nitrogen, Phosphorus & Sulpher, Bacteriological analysis of water. Sewage
and waste water microbiology biodegradation of Industrial wastes
Microbiology of soil – soil habitats, microbial biogeochemical cycling.
Nutritional types of organisms. Nitrogen fixation.
Unit III : Microbiology of food :- Microorganisms and food spoilage.
Microbial examinations of food. Food processing and methods of
preservation . Preservation alternatives. Microbial examination of milk &
dairy products. Important fermented food. Disease and foods.
Microorganisms as sources of food. Control of microorganisms by physical
and chemical agents.
Unit IV : Industrial Applications of microorganisms.:- Role of
microorganisms in the production process of products medicines
(Pharmaceuticals) organic acids, amino acids, Enzymes, fuels, Alcoholic
beverages, Enhanced recovery of metals, petroleum products.