The Islamic University of Gaza
Department
of Biology
Description and Plan of
Practical Marine biotechnology
Course Director: Almonther I. Alhamedi, B.Sc
E-mail: mhamedi@mail.iugaza.edu
Homepage: http://www.iugaza.edu.ps/emp/mhamedi
Address: Laboratory Building, fourth floor
Course description
Welcome to Marine biotechnology, The ocean contains many familiar and unfamiliar
creatures. New forms of life are being discovered each year as marine scientists explore deep
regions of the oceans around the world. This course will introduce this part of science "marine
biotechnology" to you.
You will learn about the application of biotechnology in the field of marine biology , be
introduced to some familiar and unfamiliar creatures, Rotifer, Artemia, some species of algae
especially microalgae and more. When you finish this course hopefully you will know more
than when you started. Not only will you know more about the sound you will also know more
about life in the oceans as well. So get ready to learn a lot, do a lot, and get your hands wet.
The Islamic University of Gaza
Department
of Biology
The following schedule illustrates the topics we will cover in practical Marine invertebrates
course:
Lab 1
Lab 2
Lab 3
Lab 4
Lab 5
Lab 6
Lab 7
Lab 8
Lab 9
Lab 10
Course outline, Introduction to marine biotechnology.
Algal Culture Media
Collection and handling samples for Algal isolation
Protocols for Isolation and Purification of a single Algal Species
Algal Culture Methods
Monitoring algal populations
Production and Application of Rotifers in Aquaculture
Production of the brine shrimp Artemia
Preparation of the most commonly used chemicals in aquaculture process
Toxicity testing
Teaching Techniques
Lecture and discussion about the experiment then we apply these concepts practically
using tools and instruments in the laboratory, we will usevideos, microscopic and PPT
slides to show sketches and photos.
Course evaluation
Your grade in this course will be based on the following system:
Final exam
Two quizzes
Practical Part assessment
Attendance and punctuality
60%
20 %
10%
10%