Phycology

Course ID: B380243P

Credits: 3

Objective: 

1. Guide students to recognize algae: Through teachers and external speakers, introduce various types of algae found in domestic and global waters, helping students understand the important role of algae in ecosystems and daily life.  

2. Help students discover their connection to algae: Teachers will guide students in researching various uses of algae, enabling them to understand the contributions of algae to daily life and industry.  

3. Encourage students to take an active interest in algae-related industries: Through the course, students will begin to focus on and reflect on the current state and potential future changes of algae-related industries in our country, enhancing their awareness and understanding of these industries.

Course Prerequisites: Biology

Outline:

Introduces the classification, morphology, structure, ecology, physiology, biochemistry, and genetics of algal plants, covering advancements in the last 30 years in areas such as algal physiology, ecology, biochemistry, molecular biology, evolution, and systematics.

Teaching Method:  

Lecture, group presentation, video

Reference: 

Algae Series on diversity of microbes and cryptogams,  O. P. Sharma,  Tata McGraw Hill, 2011 ISBN 0070681945, 9780070681941