Biochemistry and Bioprocessing TechnologyLaajuus (3 cr)
Course unit code: 8B00CX62
General information
- Credits
- 3 cr
- Teaching language
- Finnish
- Responsible person
- Terhi Junkkari
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