Overview

The unit explores how scalable commercially viable process-unit operations are harnessed by the biotechnology industry for the sustainable processing of biomolecules such as recombinant proteins, vaccines, enzymes, nucleic acids, biochemicals and bioplastics. Bioprocess engineering concepts will be developed within workshops and practice classes complemented with practical laboratory sessions. There will … For more content click the Read More button below.

Offerings

S1-01-CLAYTON-BLENDED

Rules

Enrolment Rule

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Dr Amin Valiei

Unit Coordinator(s)

Dr Amin Valiei

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.

Explain how separations, mass transfer, fluid dynamics and biocatalysis principles are applied in bioprocessing.

2.

Assess the performance of bioprocessing operations including cell processing, product extraction and purification and troubleshoot operational problems.

3.

Demonstrate an understanding of the socio-economic context of advanced bioprocessing, such as quality control and assurance, regulatory and ethical responsibilities, in assessing complex problems.

4.

Solve open-ended problems by investigating emerging trends in the field and identifying and proposing creative processes.

5.

Collaborate effectively with others by utilising your team’s diverse abilities and perspectives.

6.

Communicate complex concepts within a range of settings, including oral presentations and written reports.

Teaching approach

Peer assisted learning
Field trips
Active learning
Online learning

Assessment summary

Continuous assessment: 70%

Final assessment: 30%

This unit contains threshold hurdle requirements that you must achieve to be able to pass the unit. You are required to achieve at least 45% in the total continuous assessment component and at least 45% in the final assessment component. The consequence of not achieving a hurdle requirement is a fail grade (NH) and a maximum mark of 45 for the unit.

Assessment

1 - Weekly problems
2 - Practical report
3 - Moodle quiz
4 - Group report and pitch
5 - Final assessment

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Laboratories
Lectures
Practical activities

Workload requirements

Workload

Other unit costs

The following items are mandatory for practical aspects of the unit and should be purchased at your own cost as you will be reusing them throughout your course.

  • Calculator
  • Protective clothing and equipment:
    - Laboratory coat (Approximately AUD35 to AUD55)
    - Safety glasses (Approximately AUD8)
    - Laboratory-appropriate enclosed footwear (Non-porous material, equipped with non-absorbent, slip-resistant soles)

Costs are indicative only.

Availability in areas of study

E6014 Master of Engineering - Specialisation: Biological engineering
E6017 Master of Advanced Engineering - Specialisation: Bioresource engineering