Fall 2026 - BISC 328 D100
Fungal Biology and Ecology (3)
Class Number: 6492
Delivery Method: In Person
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
Sep 9 – Dec 7, 2026: Mon, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
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Instructor:
Zamir Punja
punja@sfu.ca
1 778 782-3090
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Instructor:
Elizabeth Steves
esteves@sfu.ca
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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 (October 26, 2026) 15%
- Lecture Final Exam (TBA) 35%
Materials
RECOMMENDED READING:
“Mushrooms of British Columbia” by Andy MacKinnon and Kem Luthor (2021) Royal BC Museum Handbook.
ISBN: 9780772679550
Registrar Notes:
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- SFU’s Academic Integrity Policy: S10-01 Policy
- SFU’s Academic Integrity website, which includes helpful videos and tips in plain language: Academic Integrity at SFU
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.