Description

This course will focus on the questions surrounding E. coli and Salmonella, such as :
How do bacteria survive in water, pets, soils, vegetables and other agricultural products?
What are the sources of bacterial contamination in drinking water, recreation areas and agricultural produce (eggs, sprouts, vegetables, meats, nuts)?
What are the different methods to monitor and control Salmonella and E. coli in drinking water supplies and recreation areas?

WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND?
1. Learn about the basic biology, survival strategies and spread of E. coli and Salmonella.
2. Lectures and laboratory demonstrations will clarify different microbiological quality testing techniques, and upon completion of the course, you will be equipped to choose commercial testing methods and determine which best fit your specific needs.
3. Summaries of the research presented during the course will also help you rationalize management program details to monitor, control and eliminate E. coli and Salmonella outbreaks. Course discussions should inspire you to introduce new, more effective environmental, water or waste management programs.

Here are just a few occupations that will benefit by this training:
- Agricultural Engineers & Professional Developers
- City and County Government Officials
- Environmental Engineers, Regulators and Scientists
- First Responders & Veterinarians
- Waste Managers and Engineers
- Water Quality Scientists & Professionals

Course Fee = $300 (for pre-registration by July 15th) see website for details http://conference.ifas.ufl.edu/soils/pathogens/index.html

Date and Time

8/17/2005 - 8/18/2005, 08:00am - 5:00pm , Every day

Location

MCCarty HAll B - Room 3096

Sponsoring Organization

Event Type

class

Target Audience

see description of training

Web Site
http://conference.ifas.ufl.edu/soils/pathogens/index.html