Module: Introduction to Biotechnology & Bioprocessing

Module Specifications..

Current Academic Year 2023 - 2024

Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	Introduction to Biotechnology & Bioprocessing
Module Code	BE116
School	School of Biotechnology
Module Co-ordinator	Semester 1: Federico Cerrone Semester 2: Federico Cerrone Autumn: Federico Cerrone
Module Teachers	Alex Eustace Brian Freeland Denise Harold David Collins Yandi Lan Federico Cerrone
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	7.5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

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Description

This module introduces students to the fields of biotechnology and bioprocessing. The difference between these disciplines is explained and the key skills required to be a biotechnologist and/ore a bioprocessing specialist are explained. The emphasis is on active learning and project work done individually and in teams.

Learning Outcomes

1. Describe the role of bioprocess engineering in biotechnology and bioprocessing
2. Describe the role of design, modelling and simulation in bioprocessing
3. Research a topic related to biotechnology or bioprocessing
4. Present orally on a topic related to biotechnology or bioprocessing
5. Appreciate the rnage of careers available to biotechnology and bioprocessing graduates
6. Describe the key role that scale-up plays in bioprocessing

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full-time hours per semester
Lecture	11	Face to face
Online activity	12	Study of online resources
Independent Study	12	Work on design challenge
Independent Study	12	Work on oral presentation
Independent Study	78	Prep for in-class test
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	100%	Examination Weight	0%

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Course Work Breakdown
Assignment	Personal statement	10%	n/a
Assignment	Design challenge	25%	n/a
Assignment	Oral presentation on a biotechnology/bioprocessing topic	25%	n/a
In Class Test	In class test	40%	n/a

Reassessment Requirement Type
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List

Other Resources

None

Programme or List of Programmes

BGE	Biological Sciences General Entry

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