Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Fall 2024 - BISC 328 D100

Fungal Biology and Ecology (3)

Class Number: 2180

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2024: Mon, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

    Oct 15, 2024: Tue, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    BISC 101 and 102, both with a minimum grade of C-. Recommended: BISC 204.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Lectures and labs provide an overview of the fungi including their identification and ecological roles, with emphasis on molds and mushrooms. Topics include: identification using morphological and molecular techniques, roles in natural and agricultural ecosystems, and the uses and detrimental effects of fungi in food production and medicine. Students who have taken BISC 326 first may not then take this course for further credit.

COURSE DETAILS:

Students who have taken BISC 326 first may not then take this course for further credit.

Grading

  • Lab Assignments 50%
  • Lecture Midterm Exam 15%
  • Lecture Final Exam 35%

Materials

RECOMMENDED READING:

“Mushrooms of British Columbia” by Andy MacKinnon and Kem Luthor (2021) Royal BC Museum Handbook.
ISBN: 9780772679550

REQUIRED READING NOTES:

Your personalized Course Material list, including digital and physical textbooks, are available through the SFU Bookstore website by simply entering your Computing ID at: shop.sfu.ca/course-materials/my-personalized-course-materials.

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

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Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the university community. Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the university. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the university. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION

Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the term are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.