Phytoremediation Field of study: Biotechnology
Programme code: W2-S1BT19.2023

Module name: Phytoremediation
Module code: 1BT_23_17
Programme code: W2-S1BT19.2023
Semester:
  • summer semester 2026/2027
  • summer semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 2
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The Phytoremediation module enables the student to become familiar with the physico-chemical methods of cleaning soils from heavy metals and phytoremediation as a method of environmental biotechnology. In the course of studying phytoremediation, the student will become introduced to the techniques used in phytoremediation (phytoextraction, phytostabilisation, rhizofiltration, phytodegradation, agromining and phytomining), phenomena occurring in the soil environment during phytoremediation, mechanisms of metal uptake by plants, plant resistance to heavy metals, the role of rhizosphere bacteria, ectomycorrhiza and arbuscular mycorrhiza in phytoremediation. In independently conducted experiments, the student acquires the ability to set up and run hydroponic cultures of plants, measure oxidative stress levels in plants and study the physiological state of plants using modern research equipment (e.g. fluorimeter, plant pigment meters, infrared gas analyser).
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
The student defines and describes the basic physicochemical methods of cleaning soils from toxic elements. Presents phytoremediation as one of the methods of environmental biotechnology. Describes the processes occurring in soil during phytoremediation. Explains the mechanisms of uptake, accumulation and resistance of plants to heavy metals. Explains the phenomena occurring during plant growth stimulation by rhizosphere bacteria. Carries out experiments independently, describes the effects of the experiment, analyses the results, makes conclusions and presents them in the form of a report. Has the habit of updating specialist knowledge. Describes the role of arbuscular mycorrhiza and ectomycorrhiza as tools to support phytoremediation. [1BT_23_17 ]
 1BT_W02 [5/5] 1BT_W06 [2/5] 1BT_W08 [2/5] 1BT_W09 [3/5] 1BT_W11 [3/5] 1BT_W13 [3/5] 1BT_U01 [4/5] 1BT_U02 [3/5] 1BT_U03 [2/5] 1BT_U04 [4/5] 1BT_U05 [4/5] 1BT_U06 [4/5] 1BT_U07 [4/5] 1BT_U08 [2/5] 1BT_U09 [4/5] 1BT_U11 [1/5] 1BT_U12 [1/5] 1BT_K01 [2/5] 1BT_K02 [5/5] 1BT_K03 [3/5] 1BT_K04 [2/5] 1BT_K05 [5/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [1BT_23_17] 15 Monographic lecture [a02] 
Description [a03] 
Lecture-discussion [b02] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Working with a programmed textbook [d02] 
Working with another teaching tool [d03] 
Self-education [f01] 
Individual work with a text [f02]  		course work 1BT_23_17
laboratory classes [1BT_23_17 ] 15 Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Activating methods: a case study [b07] 
Activating method – peer learning [b08] 
Activating method – flipped classroom [b09] 
Demonstration-imitation [c06] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Working with a programmed textbook [d02] 
Working with another teaching tool [d03] 
Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01] 
Self-education [f01] 
Individual work with a text [f02]  		course work 1BT_23_17
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Developing practical skills [a03] Preparation for classes
activities involving the repetition, refinement and consolidation of practical skills, including those developed during previous classes or new skills necessary for the implementation of subsequent elements of the curriculum (as preparation for class participation)
Production/preparation of tools, materials or documentation necessary for class participation [a05] Preparation for classes
developing, preparing and assessing the usefulness of tools and materials (e.g. aids, scenarios, research tools, equipment, etc.) to be employed in class or as an aid when preparing for classes
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Determining the stages of task implementation contributing to the verification of learning outcomes [c01] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
devising a task implementation strategy embracing the division of content, the range of activities, implementation time and/or the method(s) of obtaining the necessary materials and tools, etc.
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
Analysis of the corrective feedback provided by the academic teacher on the results of the verification of learning outcomes [d01] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reading through the academic teacher’s comments, assessments and opinions on the implementation of the task aimed at checking the level of the achieved learning outcomes
Review of internship documentation [d03] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
an analysis of the portfolio of documentation obtained during internship, including professional internship, and other practical classes and studio sessions, as well as the documentation developed in order to obtain credit for such classes; verification of the description, necessary attachments, opinions and grades before submitting the portfolio for acceptance
Attachments
Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
Semester Module Language of instruction
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