| Module Title |
Introduction to Biotechnology & Bioprocessing |
| Module Code |
BTE1001 (ITS: BE116) |
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Faculty |
Biotechnology |
School |
Science & Health |
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NFQ level |
8 |
Credit Rating |
7.5 |
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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.
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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
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| Workload | Full time hours per semester | | Type | Hours | Description |
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| 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 |
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| Section Breakdown | | CRN | 20087 | Part of Term | Semester 2 | | Coursework | 0% | Examination Weight | 0% | | Grade Scale | 40PASS | Pass Both Elements | Y | | Resit Category | RC1 | Best Mark | N | | Module Co-ordinator | Federico Cerrone | Module Teacher | Alexander Eustace, Brian Freeland, David Collins, Denise Harold, Paul Cahill, Yandi Lan |
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| Assessment Breakdown |
| Type | Description | % of total | Assessment Date |
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| 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;
RC1: A resit is available for both* components of the module.
RC2: No resit is available for a 100% coursework module.
RC3: No resit is available for the coursework component where there is a coursework and summative examination element.
* ‘Both’ is used in the context of the module having a coursework/summative examination split; where the module is 100% coursework, there will also be a resit of the assessment
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Pre-requisite |
None
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Co-requisite |
None |
| Compatibles |
None |
| Incompatibles |
None |
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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
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
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Indicative Reading List
Books:
None
Articles:
None |
Other Resources
None |
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