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O-VV-20-MIKZ - Soil microbiology

Course specification
Course title Soil microbiology
Acronym O-VV-20-MIKZ
Study programme
Module
Type of study
Lecturer (for classes)
Lecturer/Associate (for practice)
Lecturer/Associate (for OTC)
    ESPB 6.0 Status
    Condition - Oblik uslovljenosti
    The goal the course should provide the student with knowledge/understanding of morphological, and physiological diversity of micro-organisms in the soil, their mutual interaction as well as interaction with plants and their role in the soil. The course should enable the student to understand the role of microorganisms
    The outcome to describe the basic characteristics of soil microorganisms and define representatives of groups of microorganisms. Defines and describes microbial interactions and links plant nutrition, soil fertility and microorganisms. To discuss agronomic practices and microorganisms and analyze the importance of the diversity of microorganisms in soil and agricultural production.
    Contents
    Contents of lectures general microbiology, the importance of microbial diversity in the soil, the Rhizosphere and the role of microorganisms in plant nutrition. The role of microorganisms in pedogenesis i. humification. Agronomic practices and microorganisms. Microorganisms as biofertilizers, biocontrol agents. The role of microorganisms in composting processes, manure production and bioremediation.
    Contents of exercises principles of work in a microbiological laboratory. Biodiversity of microorganisms in soil. Methods of isolation and identification of bacteria, actinomycetes and fungi. Humification, nitrogen fixation, nitrification. Microorganisms and bioremediation. Microbiological quality of fresh vegetables
    Literature
    1. Kljuev I, jovičić-Petrović J. (2013). Handbook from Soil microbiology. Unjiversity of Belgrade, Faculty of Agriculture.
    2. Tešić Ž, Todorović M (1992). Microbiology. Naučna Knjiga, Belgrade.
    Number of hours per week during the semester/trimester/year
    Lectures Exercises OTC Study and Research Other classes
    2 0 2
    Methods of teaching Lectures, practices, interactive learning, E-learning
    Knowledge score (maximum points 100)
    Pre obligations Points Final exam Points
    Activites during lectures 10 Test paper
    Practical lessons Oral examination 60
    Projects 10
    Colloquia 20
    Seminars