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Course code: BBS10309f12Semester: 2012/2013 summer
Name: Mycology
Major: Biology
Study Type: first cycle
Course type: optional
Study Semester: 2
ECTS points: 2
Hours (Lectures / Tutorials / Other): 15 / 15 / 0
Lecturer: dr Krzysztof Matkowski
Language of instruction: Polish
Learning outcomes: Knowledge: Student: W1 – describes the structure of fungi and fungi like. Explains the evolutionary changes in their structure to adapt to changing environmental conditions [KB_W06]; W2 - has a general knowledge of the structure and functions of living organisms belonging to the Protozoa, Chromista and Mycota [KB_W06]; W3 – knows the ways of propagation of the fungi [KB_W08; KB_W07]; W4 – knows basic ecology of fungi and understands the mechanisms of their effects on microorganisms, higher organisms and abiotic environment [KB_W07; KB_W15]. Skills: Student: U1 - properly handles the mycological and laboratory equipment safely working with biological material representing a potential health hazard [KB_U06; KB_U12]; U2 - knows the basic methods of fungi cultivation and microscopy techniques [KB_U12]; U3 - distinguishes between the major taxa and forms of fungi and fungi like organism [KB_U10]; U4 - performs in the laboratory observations of life cycles of organisms belonging to the Protozoa, Chromista and Mycota [KB_U07].
Competences: Personal and social competences (attitudes and behaviors): Student: K1 - understands the effects of microbiological phenomena in nature [KB_K06]; K2 - is aware of the responsibility for the tasks commonly performed in the band [KB_K02]; K3 – is aware of the importance of biodiversity and actively promotes the protection, showing concern for quality and future of the environment [KB_K04]; K4 - has responsibility for the entrusted equipment [KB_K08]; K5 - the validity of the principles of safety in relation to the prevalence of fungi [KB_K09].
Prerequisites: botany
Course content: The position of fungi within living organisms. Cytology and organization of fungi. Phylogenetical systematic and evolution. Main taxonomic groups Protozoa (fungi like forms), Chromista and Fungi. Lichenes. Physiology of fungi. Fungal genetics. The role of fungi in nature. Medical and veterinary mycology. Phytopathology of the fungi and plant protection. Industrial mycology. Chemicals, pharmaceutics and enzymes processes by fungi. Use of fungi in environmental protection. Fungal biotechnology. Mushroom breeding.
Recommended literature: 1. Szweykowska A., Szweykowski J. : Botanika, systematyka. PWN, Warszawa 2010; 2. Marcinkowska J. Oznaczanie rodzajów grzybów ważnych w patologii roślin. SGGW, Warszawa 2003; 3. Kochman J.: Zarys mikologii dla fitopatologów. SGGW Warszawa, 1986. 4. Müller E., Loeffler W.: Zarys mikologii. PWRiL Warszawa, 1987. 5. Wójciak H.: Porosty, mszaki i paprotniki. Flora Polska. Multico Warszawa, 2007.
Assessment methods: Assessment exercises: two written tests to assess an assessment based on oral expression and activity in class. The presence of the exercises is mandatory. In the case of excused absences the student is required to pass the relevant part of the material in the manner prescribed by the teacher. Completion of exercises based on the average ratings. Completion of the course: students holding a valid pass a written exam practice test (30 questions) in the examination session. The exam lasts 45 minu
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