Biochemical Engineering
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| CHEE3010 | Chemical and Environmental Engineering | 3 | 10 | Autumn UK |
- Code
- CHEE3010
- School
- Chemical and Environmental Engineering
- Level
- 3
- Credits
- 10
- Semesters
- Autumn UK
Summary
This module covers underpinning aspects for bio-processing technologies including: an overview of microbes, including structure, function, kinetics and components; metabolism and biomolecules; microbial technology including industrial biosafety and reactor systems; and industrial enzyme biocatalyst technologies with applications.
Target Students
Students registered in the Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering only.
Assessment
- 100% Exam 1 (2-hour): Exam
Assessed by end of autumn semester
Educational Aims
This module aims to introduce to students and build fundamental knowledge and skills in the utilisation of biological systems in biomanufacturing and bioconversion. Students will learn basic biological science applied to the exploitation of living systems and their components. Fundamentals of bioprocess safety will be developed.Learning Outcomes
A2 Chemical Engineering Principles:
A2.1.4 Different types of process, including continuous and batch chemical processes and bioprocesses. As evidenced by correct completion of relevant examination questions relating to bioprocesses covered throughout this module and new bioprocess problems.
A2.4.5 Be able to apply their knowledge of chemical engineering principles to complex and/or novel unit operations, process equipment, and substances with complex behaviour As evidenced by correct completion of relevant examination questions relating to unseen biochemical scenarios.
A2.4.6 Be able to apply their knowledge of these principles to complex problems with conflicting requirements. As evidenced by correct completion of relevant examination questions relating to complex biochemical scenarios containing conflicting requirements.
A2.6.1 Be able to identify the principal hazard sources in chemical and related processes (including biological hazards) As evidenced by correct completion of relevant examination questions relating to biochemical safety.
A2.6.8 Have some understanding of the limits of available technology and of the potential of new and emerging technology. As evidenced by correct completion of relevant examination questions relating to biochemical context of sustainable production of chemicals.
A3 Chemical Engineering Practice:
A3.2.6 Be aware of the range of applications of chemical engineering and the roles of chemical engineers. As evidenced through correct completion of relevant examination questions relating to application of (bio)chemical engineering and fundamental scientific principles to bioprocesses.
A3.2.12 Understand the limitations of current practice. As evidenced through correct completion of relevant examination questions relating to limitations for the use of enzymes and microbes for chemical synthesis, including inhibition, toxicity of products, fragility of the catalysts
A3.2.13 Have a broad knowledge and critical awareness of developments at the forefront of chemical engineering. As evidenced through correct completion of relevant examination questions relating to examples of developments in enzyme technologies: e.g. CLEAs for enzyme immobilisation regeneration of cofactors using different regeneration methods And examples of developments in microbial processes: e.g. metabolic engineering use of microorganisms and renewables to synthesize bulk chemicals, as opposed to fossil fuel feedstocks.