Overview

In this unit, you will be introduced to typical biochemical processes, including feedstock supply, reaction, separation and utilities of food bio-processes. Treatment and storage of the feedstock/product will also be examined. The unit will also focus on the operation and choice of typical equipment and processes. Safety issues and financial … For more content click the Read More button below.

Offerings

S2-01-MALAYSIA-ON-CAMPUS

Rules

Enrolment Rule

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Dr Sin Yee Lee

Unit Coordinator(s)

Dr Sin Yee Lee

Learning outcomes

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

Demonstrate knowledge of typical symbols and terminology used in food processing industries;

2.

Describe upstream and downstream processes and equipment;

3.

Describe typical bioreactor steps employed in a bioprocess operation;

4.

Demonstrate understanding of simple equipment design;

5.

Demonstrate understanding of the effect of financial and safety aspects on process design;

6.

Demonstrate communication and report writing skills;

7.

Exhibit teamwork skills.

Teaching approach

Active learning

Assessment

1 - Laboratory reports (individual)
2 - Field trip report (individual)
3 - Group assignment
4 - Online quizzes

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Laboratories
Tutorials

Workload requirements

Workload

Learning resources

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