Microbial Biotechnology
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| BIOS2058 | Biosciences | 2 | 20 | Autumn Malaysia |
- Code
- BIOS2058
- School
- Biosciences
- Level
- 2
- Credits
- 20
- Semesters
- Autumn Malaysia
Summary
This course will provide general and basic coverage of key topics in microbial biotechnology. A historical and contemporary perspective on how microbes can be exploited for various biotechnological applications will be given. The module also focuses on how microbial products and processes would benefit the agricultural, industrial, and medical & pharmaceutical biotechnology..
The course will introduce current techniques in microbial biotechnology, including genetic, molecular biological, biochemical, "omics" and fermentation techniques. It will also address the influence and public perception of the technological developments. Key themes include molecular biology and techniques relevant to microbial biotechnology, microbial engineering methods, valuable products from microbial biotechnology, and the relevant application sectors.
Target Students
Biosciences students. Available to students from other Schools. Available to JYA/Erasmus students.Condition:Only available for students studying BSc Hons BiotechnologyOnly available for UNMC/Level 02studentsOnly available for students studying BSc Hons NutritionOnly available for UNMC/Level 02students
Classes
- One 3-hour seminar
- One 2-hour lecture
- One 2-hour lecture
- One 2-hour lecture
- One 2-hour lecture
- One 2-hour lecture
- One 2-hour lecture
- One 2-hour lecture
- One 2-hour lecture
- One 2-hour lecture
- One 7-hour field studies
Activities may take place every teaching week of the Semester or only in specified weeks. It is usually specified above if an activity only takes place in some weeks of a Semester
Assessment
- 30% Coursework 1: Group Oral presentation
- 70% Exam 1 (2-hour): Examination (Essay)
Assessed by end of autumn semester
Educational Aims
The aim of this module is to introduce students to key fundamental concepts that form the basis for the broad subject field of industrial biotechnology. This module aims to encourage cultivation of basic knowledge and understanding of theories and techniques. It also aims to facilitate development of core transferrable skills in oral and written communication. The coursework is aimed to encourage self-motivated learning through the acquisition of information and construction of a balanced, reasoned argument expressed in an oral presentation format. It also aims at fostering inter-personal skills through working in a group. Students undertaking this module is expected to have prior fundamental knowledge in genetics, molecular biology, and microbiology e.g. BIOS1034 Genes and Cells.Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module, students will be able to:
- Comprehend the terminology used in microbial biotechnology to appreciate and express their knowledge of the subject matter.
- Recognize and explain the diverse range of essential information, major concepts, principles and techniques associated with the subject of biotechnology that is specialized for various applications.
- Outline and review the latest developments in the field of microbial biotechnology.
- Collect and integrate several lines of evidence and apply them in a balanced manner to support an argument.
- Apply subject knowledge and understanding to address problems, and effectively communicate these in written and verbal forms.
Conveners
- Dr Cheng Foh Le
- Dr Loo Shu San