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Archived Version 2013 - 2014
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Description This module gives the student experience of working in a bioprocessing environment and helps them to appreciate how biochemical engineering theory (specifically that developed in BE321 and BE322) can be applied to pilot scale bioprocessing equipment. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. To write a 6-page professional report of an experiment in the manner of a scientific paper. 2. To formulate and solve a mathematical model of a bioprocess using software for the solution of systems of ordinary differential equations. 3. To conduct experiments and analyse data from a bench-top dead-end filtration cell and a ceramic crossflow membrane filtration rig. 4. To conduct experiments and use non-linear regression to analyse heat transfer data in a stirred tank bioreactor. 5. To carry out a yeast fermentation in a pilot scale bioreactor and monitor the oxygen consumption rate and volumetirc mass transfer coefficient. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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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Learning Activities Modelling column chromatography using Berkeley MadonnaDead-end and crossflow microfiltration of yeast suspensionsMeasurement of oxygen uptake and transfer during a yeast fermentationCorrelation of overall heat transfer coefficient during cooling of non-newtonian fluids in a stirred tank. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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BT | BSc in Biotechnology |
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