Contaminants in Agricultural and Biological Systems

3 Credits

Study the source, transport, transformation, and plant uptake of contaminants, including per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and microplastics, and best management practices to mitigate their adverse effects in agricultural and biological systems. This course integrates lectures, readings, group discussions, and hands-on activities, including field trips and samplings, wastewater treatment plant tour, laboratory experiments, analytical instrument operation, data analysis, and modeling.