Welcome to SSC 532!

This course is designed to cover basic concepts and theories on microbial occurrence, distribution, and activity in the soil environment.  During this course students will develop comprehensive knowledge on fundamental microbial functions including, but not limited to organic and inorganic transformations.  Additionally, students will be introduced to a variety of techniques and methods in environmental soil microbiology.  Students will also be challenged with real-world issues and problems in relation to agricultural production and environmental quality.