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Biochemistry and Bioprocessing TechnologyLaajuus (3 cr)

Code: 8B00CX62

Objective

Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to explain the structures of the most important biomolecules (nucleotides, proteins, lipids and carbohydrates) and understands their significance for living cells. The student will be able to list the most important biotechnological manufacturing processes, related equipment, measurements as well as pre- and post-processing methods. The student will be able to calculate descriptive parameters describing product formation and nutrient consumption. In addition, the student will be able to use his knowledge while planning biotechnical processes and products.

Content

Basics of biochemistry
-structure and functions of cells, and the role of biomolecules in cell function
-metabolism, protein synthesis, enzyme activity
-the most important biochemical laboratory analyzes

Fundamentals of bioprocess engineering
-cells as production facilities
-practical applications
-specific issues in biotechnology

Qualifications

Chemistry
Food microbiology and process hygiene

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student has successfully completed the given tasks/assignments. The student can name the basic concepts and methods related to the topics to the satisfactory degree.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student has successfully completed the given tasks /assignments and has actively participated in the course. The student is familiar with the basic concepts and methods related to the topic and can apply new knowledge to different types of problems. The student can combine the accumulated knowledge and skills with previous experiences in the subject.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student has successfully completed the given tasks /assignments and has actively participated in the course. The student is familiar with the basic concepts and methods related to the topic and can apply new knowledge to different types of problems. The student can creatively combine the accumulated knowledge and skills with previous experiences in the subject and can justify his choices.

Materials

Clarke, K. G. (2013). Bioprocess Engineering - An Introductory Engineering and Life Science Approach. Woodhead Publishing. Retrieved from
https://app.knovel.com/hotlink/toc/id:kpBEAIELS6/bioprocess-engineering/bioprocess-engineering

Aittomäki, H., Eerikäinen, T., Leisola, M., Ojamo, H., Suominen, I., & von Weymarn, N. (2002). Bioprosessitekniikka. WSOY. Porvoo.

Heino, J., & ja Vuento, M. (2020). Biokemia ja solubiologia.https://tuotteet.sanomapro.fi/bu580178-biokemia-ja-solubiologia.html

Enrollment

11.11.2024 - 12.01.2025

Timing

07.01.2025 - 23.02.2025

Credits

3 op

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
Teachers
  • Terhi Junkkari
Student groups
  • BIELI23
    Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology, Full-time studies

Objective

Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to explain the structures of the most important biomolecules (nucleotides, proteins, lipids and carbohydrates) and understands their significance for living cells. The student will be able to list the most important biotechnological manufacturing processes, related equipment, measurements as well as pre- and post-processing methods. The student will be able to calculate descriptive parameters describing product formation and nutrient consumption. In addition, the student will be able to use his knowledge while planning biotechnical processes and products.

Content

Basics of biochemistry
-structure and functions of cells, and the role of biomolecules in cell function
-metabolism, protein synthesis, enzyme activity
-the most important biochemical laboratory analyzes

Fundamentals of bioprocess engineering
-cells as production facilities
-practical applications
-specific issues in biotechnology

Materials

Recommended or Required Reading
Clarke, Kim Gail. (2013). Bioprocess Engineering - An Introductory Engineering and Life Science Approach. Woodhead Publishing. Retrieved from
https://app.knovel.com/hotlink/toc/id:kpBEAIELS6/bioprocess-engineering/bioprocess-engineering

e-book: Jyrki Heino ja Matti Vuento (2020). Biokemia ja solubiologia. Sanoma Pro Oy.

Ilari Suominen, Kari Haajanen, Raimo Pärssinen (2012). Biogeeni - Ammatillista biokemiaa ja geenitekniikkaa. Opetushallitus. Helsinki. ISBN 978-952-13-4952-2

Aittomäki, Eerikäinen, Leisola, Ojamo, Suominen ja von Weymarn (2002). Bioprosessitekniikka. WSOY. Porvoo

Teaching methods

Lectures, assignments

Student workload

Total work load of the course: 80 h
- of which scheduled studies: 20 h
- of which autonomous studies: 60 h

Further information

Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the course, the student will
- be able to explain the structures of the most important biomolecyles (DNA, RNA, proteins, lipids and carbohydrates) and understands their significance for living cells
- be able to use his knowledge while planning biotechnical processes and products
- be able to list the most important biotechnological manufacturing processes, related equipment, measurements, pre- and post-processing methods
- is able to calculate descriptive parameters describing growth, product formation and nutrient consumption

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
Microbiology, Inorganic and orcanic chemistry

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student has successfully completed the given tasks/assignments. The student can name the basic concepts and methods related to the topics to the satisfactory degree.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student has successfully completed the given tasks /assignments and has actively participated in the course. The student is familiar with the basic concepts and methods related to the topic and can apply new knowledge to different types of problems. The student can combine the accumulated knowledge and skills with previous experiences in the subject.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student has successfully completed the given tasks /assignments and has actively participated in the course. The student is familiar with the basic concepts and methods related to the topic and can apply new knowledge to different types of problems. The student can creatively combine the accumulated knowledge and skills with previous experiences in the subject and can justify his choices.

Assessment methods and criteria

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Exam and assignments

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Satisfactory (1...2): The student knows and understands to a basic concepts and methods of topics, and is able to apply them to usual problems.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Good (3...4): The student is familiar with the concepts and methods of topics, and is able to apply them to different types of problems. The student is able to combine the accumulated knowledge and skills with previous experiences in the subject.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Excellent (5): The student is familiar with the concepts and methods of topics, and is able to apply them to a variety of different problems. The student has demonstrated creativity and innovation, and is able to find new meanings when applying what they have learned.

Qualifications

Chemistry
Food microbiology and process hygiene

Enrollment

17.04.2023 - 11.10.2023

Timing

23.10.2023 - 15.12.2023

Credits

3 op

Virtual proportion (cr)

2.5 op

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
Teachers
  • Terhi Junkkari
Student groups
  • BIELI22

Objective

Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to explain the structures of the most important biomolecules (nucleotides, proteins, lipids and carbohydrates) and understands their significance for living cells. The student will be able to list the most important biotechnological manufacturing processes, related equipment, measurements as well as pre- and post-processing methods. The student will be able to calculate descriptive parameters describing product formation and nutrient consumption. In addition, the student will be able to use his knowledge while planning biotechnical processes and products.

Content

Basics of biochemistry
-structure and functions of cells, and the role of biomolecules in cell function
-metabolism, protein synthesis, enzyme activity
-the most important biochemical laboratory analyzes

Fundamentals of bioprocess engineering
-cells as production facilities
-practical applications
-specific issues in biotechnology

Materials

Recommended or Required Reading
Clarke, Kim Gail. (2013). Bioprocess Engineering - An Introductory Engineering and Life Science Approach. Woodhead Publishing. Retrieved from
https://app.knovel.com/hotlink/toc/id:kpBEAIELS6/bioprocess-engineering/bioprocess-engineering

e-book: Jyrki Heino ja Matti Vuento (2020). Biokemia ja solubiologia. Sanoma Pro Oy.

Ilari Suominen, Kari Haajanen, Raimo Pärssinen (2012). Biogeeni - Ammatillista biokemiaa ja geenitekniikkaa. Opetushallitus. Helsinki. ISBN 978-952-13-4952-2

Aittomäki, Eerikäinen, Leisola, Ojamo, Suominen ja von Weymarn (2002). Bioprosessitekniikka. WSOY. Porvoo

Teaching methods

Lectures, assignments

Student workload

Total work load of the course: 80 h
- of which scheduled studies: 20 h
- of which autonomous studies: 60 h

Further information

Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the course, the student will
- be able to explain the structures of the most important biomolecyles (DNA, RNA, proteins, lipids and carbohydrates) and understands their significance for living cells
- be able to use his knowledge while planning biotechnical processes and products
- be able to list the most important biotechnological manufacturing processes, related equipment, measurements, pre- and post-processing methods
- is able to calculate descriptive parameters describing growth, product formation and nutrient consumption

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
Microbiology, Inorganic and orcanic chemistry

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student has successfully completed the given tasks/assignments. The student can name the basic concepts and methods related to the topics to the satisfactory degree.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student has successfully completed the given tasks /assignments and has actively participated in the course. The student is familiar with the basic concepts and methods related to the topic and can apply new knowledge to different types of problems. The student can combine the accumulated knowledge and skills with previous experiences in the subject.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student has successfully completed the given tasks /assignments and has actively participated in the course. The student is familiar with the basic concepts and methods related to the topic and can apply new knowledge to different types of problems. The student can creatively combine the accumulated knowledge and skills with previous experiences in the subject and can justify his choices.

Assessment methods and criteria

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Exam and assignments

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Satisfactory (1...2): The student knows and understands to a basic concepts and methods of topics, and is able to apply them to usual problems.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Good (3...4): The student is familiar with the concepts and methods of topics, and is able to apply them to different types of problems. The student is able to combine the accumulated knowledge and skills with previous experiences in the subject.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Excellent (5): The student is familiar with the concepts and methods of topics, and is able to apply them to a variety of different problems. The student has demonstrated creativity and innovation, and is able to find new meanings when applying what they have learned.

Qualifications

Chemistry
Food microbiology and process hygiene

Enrollment

17.04.2023 - 11.10.2023

Timing

23.10.2023 - 15.12.2023

Credits

3 op

Virtual proportion (cr)

3 op

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
Teachers
  • Terhi Junkkari
Student groups
  • MBIELI22
  • ELIKE23

Objective

Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to explain the structures of the most important biomolecules (nucleotides, proteins, lipids and carbohydrates) and understands their significance for living cells. The student will be able to list the most important biotechnological manufacturing processes, related equipment, measurements as well as pre- and post-processing methods. The student will be able to calculate descriptive parameters describing product formation and nutrient consumption. In addition, the student will be able to use his knowledge while planning biotechnical processes and products.

Content

Basics of biochemistry
-structure and functions of cells, and the role of biomolecules in cell function
-metabolism, protein synthesis, enzyme activity
-the most important biochemical laboratory analyzes

Fundamentals of bioprocess engineering
-cells as production facilities
-practical applications
-specific issues in biotechnology

Materials

Recommended or Required Reading
Clarke, Kim Gail. (2013). Bioprocess Engineering - An Introductory Engineering and Life Science Approach. Woodhead Publishing. Retrieved from
https://app.knovel.com/hotlink/toc/id:kpBEAIELS6/bioprocess-engineering/bioprocess-engineering

e-book: Jyrki Heino ja Matti Vuento (2020). Biokemia ja solubiologia. Sanoma Pro Oy.

Ilari Suominen, Kari Haajanen, Raimo Pärssinen (2012). Biogeeni - Ammatillista biokemiaa ja geenitekniikkaa. Opetushallitus. Helsinki. ISBN 978-952-13-4952-2

Aittomäki, Eerikäinen, Leisola, Ojamo, Suominen ja von Weymarn (2002). Bioprosessitekniikka. WSOY. Porvoo

Teaching methods

Lectures (partly online), assignments

Student workload

Total work load of the course: 80 h
- of which scheduled studies: 10 h
- of which autonomous studies:70 h

Further information

Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the course, the student will
- be able to explain the structures of the most important biomolecyles (DNA, RNA, proteins, lipids and carbohydrates) and understands their significance for living cells
- be able to use his knowledge while planning biotechnical processes and products
- be able to list the most important biotechnological manufacturing processes, related equipment, measurements, pre- and post-processing methods
- is able to calculate descriptive parameters describing growth, product formation and nutrient consumption

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
Microbiology, Inorganic and orcanic chemistry

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student has successfully completed the given tasks/assignments. The student can name the basic concepts and methods related to the topics to the satisfactory degree.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student has successfully completed the given tasks /assignments and has actively participated in the course. The student is familiar with the basic concepts and methods related to the topic and can apply new knowledge to different types of problems. The student can combine the accumulated knowledge and skills with previous experiences in the subject.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student has successfully completed the given tasks /assignments and has actively participated in the course. The student is familiar with the basic concepts and methods related to the topic and can apply new knowledge to different types of problems. The student can creatively combine the accumulated knowledge and skills with previous experiences in the subject and can justify his choices.

Assessment methods and criteria

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Exam and assignments

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Satisfactory (1...2): The student knows and understands to a basic concepts and methods of topics, and is able to apply them to usual problems.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Good (3...4): The student is familiar with the concepts and methods of topics, and is able to apply them to different types of problems. The student is able to combine the accumulated knowledge and skills with previous experiences in the subject.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Excellent (5): The student is familiar with the concepts and methods of topics, and is able to apply them to a variety of different problems. The student has demonstrated creativity and innovation, and is able to find new meanings when applying what they have learned.

Qualifications

Chemistry
Food microbiology and process hygiene

Enrollment

14.11.2022 - 08.01.2023

Timing

09.01.2023 - 31.03.2023

Credits

3 op

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
Teachers
  • Terhi Junkkari
Scheduling groups
  • Pienryhmä 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Pienryhmä 2 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Student groups
  • BIELI21
Education groups
  • Pienryhmä 1
  • Pienryhmä 2

Objective

Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to explain the structures of the most important biomolecules (nucleotides, proteins, lipids and carbohydrates) and understands their significance for living cells. The student will be able to list the most important biotechnological manufacturing processes, related equipment, measurements as well as pre- and post-processing methods. The student will be able to calculate descriptive parameters describing product formation and nutrient consumption. In addition, the student will be able to use his knowledge while planning biotechnical processes and products.

Content

Basics of biochemistry
-structure and functions of cells, and the role of biomolecules in cell function
-metabolism, protein synthesis, enzyme activity
-the most important biochemical laboratory analyzes

Fundamentals of bioprocess engineering
-cells as production facilities
-practical applications
-specific issues in biotechnology

Materials

Recommended or Required Reading
Clarke, Kim Gail. (2013). Bioprocess Engineering - An Introductory Engineering and Life Science Approach. Woodhead Publishing. Retrieved from
https://app.knovel.com/hotlink/toc/id:kpBEAIELS6/bioprocess-engineering/bioprocess-engineering

e-book: Jyrki Heino ja Matti Vuento (2020). Biokemia ja solubiologia. Sanoma Pro Oy.

Ilari Suominen, Kari Haajanen, Raimo Pärssinen (2012). Biogeeni - Ammatillista biokemiaa ja geenitekniikkaa. Opetushallitus. Helsinki. ISBN 978-952-13-4952-2

Aittomäki, Eerikäinen, Leisola, Ojamo, Suominen ja von Weymarn (2002). Bioprosessitekniikka. WSOY. Porvoo

Teaching methods

Lectures, assignments

Student workload

Total work load of the course: 80 h
- of which scheduled studies: 20 h
- of which autonomous studies: 60 h

Further information

Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the course, the student will
- be able to explain the structures of the most important biomolecyles (DNA, RNA, proteins, lipids and carbohydrates) and understands their significance for living cells
- be able to use his knowledge while planning biotechnical processes and products
- be able to list the most important biotechnological manufacturing processes, related equipment, measurements, pre- and post-processing methods
- is able to calculate descriptive parameters describing growth, product formation and nutrient consumption

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
Microbiology, Inorganic and orcanic chemistry

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student has successfully completed the given tasks/assignments. The student can name the basic concepts and methods related to the topics to the satisfactory degree.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student has successfully completed the given tasks /assignments and has actively participated in the course. The student is familiar with the basic concepts and methods related to the topic and can apply new knowledge to different types of problems. The student can combine the accumulated knowledge and skills with previous experiences in the subject.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student has successfully completed the given tasks /assignments and has actively participated in the course. The student is familiar with the basic concepts and methods related to the topic and can apply new knowledge to different types of problems. The student can creatively combine the accumulated knowledge and skills with previous experiences in the subject and can justify his choices.

Assessment methods and criteria

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lectures, assignments, laboratory practicals
Assessment Criteria
Satisfactory (1...2): The student knows and understands to a basic concepts and methods of topics, and is able to apply them to usual problems.

Good (3...4): The student is familiar with the concepts and methods of topics, and is able to apply them to different types of problems. The student is able to combine the accumulated knowledge and skills with previous experiences in the subject.

Excellent (5): The student is familiar with the concepts and methods of topics, and is able to apply them to a variety of different problems. The student has demonstrated creativity and innovation, and is able to find new meanings when applying what they have learned.

Qualifications

Chemistry
Food microbiology and process hygiene