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Archived Version 2010 - 2011

Module Title Introduction to Biopharmaceutical Engineering
Module Code BE580
School School of Biotechnology

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Module Co-ordinatorDr Jenny LawlerOffice NumberX221
NFQ level 9 Credit Rating 5
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Compatibles None
Incompatibles None
Description

The aim of this module is to introduce the Biopharmaceutical industry and its associated processing principles and techniques. The module will expand the students’ knowledge and understanding of bioprocessing in the industry, and will improve the students’ analytical abilities and problem solving methodologies in this area. This module also forms a basis for more advanced modules in bioreactors and bioseparations.

Learning Outcomes

1. Describe in qualitative terms the operation of a variety of upstream and downstream biopharmaceutical process operations.
2. Manipulate and perform calculations on process variables with particular emphasis on data analysis and evaluation.
3. Apply steady and unsteady-state material and energy balance concepts to batch, fed batch and continuous processes.
4. Perform simple design calculations for a variety of rate-controlled process equipment.
5. Evaluate equipment design on the basis of performance for a range of processes.



Workload Full-time hours per semester
Type Hours Description
Lecture16No Description
Lecture16No Description
Independent Study109No Description
Independent Study109No Description
Total Workload: 250

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

Introduction to the Biopharmaceutical Industry

Upstream & Downstream processes in the biopharmaceutical industry

Engineering calculations - units, variables and dimensional analysis

Steady and unsteady state material and energy balances

Mixing in stirred tanks

Principles and applications of heat transfer

Principles and applications of mass transfer

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment100% Examination Weight0%
Course Work Breakdown
TypeDescription% of totalAssessment Date
Reassessment Requirement
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
Unavailable
Indicative Reading List

  • Pauline M. Doran: 1995, Bioprocess Engineering Principles, Academic Press,
Other Resources

None
Programme or List of Programmes
GDBEGraduate Dip in Bioprocess Engineering
MSBEMaster of Science in Bioprocess Engineer
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