INDUSTRIAL MICROBIOLOGY

Course Description

The aim of this course is to make students aware of industrial applications of microbiology. This course covers the commercial exploitation of microorganisms for processes and products that are of major economic, environmental and social importance for the world. Two aspects of industrial microbiology will be covered: one related to the production of valuable microbial products via fermentation processes, and the second related to the role of microorganisms in providing services, particularly for waste treatment and pollution control. In adition, growth and product formation in industrial processes, energy release and conversions, information about industrial biotechnology including genetic manupulations, islation, screening and strain improvement is given. Information about bioreactors, stoiciommetry of bioprocesses and basics of thermodynamics and bioenergetics is given.

INDUSTRIAL MICROBIOLOGY

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Course outcomes

1. 01 list industrially important microorganisms
2. 02 explain how to use microorganisms in industries as a viable alternative to the use of chemicals to the production of useful products
3. 03 apply stoichiometry and thermodynamics principles
4. 04 define enzymatic reactions
5. 05 recognize importance of microorganisms in industry and economy
6. 06 classify bioreactors

Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Joanne M. Willey, Linda M. Sherwood, Christopher J. Woolverton, Prescott's Microbiology, Mc Graw Hill, 8th ed., 2011
2. 02 Rittmann, BE, McCArty PL, Environmental Biotechnology, Principles and applications, Mc Graw Hill, 2001
3. 03 Lecture Notes

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 list industrially important microorganisms
2. L02 explain how to use microorganisms in industries as a viable alternative to the use of chemicals to the production of useful products
3. L03 apply stoichiometry and thermodynamics principles
4. L04 define enzymatic reactions
5. L05 recognize importance of microorganisms in industry and economy
6. L06 classify bioreactors

Program Outcomes

1. P01 PO1: To identify and use theoretical and applied knowledge as well as up-to-date/cutting edge laboratory techniques and analyses methods in the field of molecular biology and genetics.
2. P02 PO2: To identify problems related to molecular biology and genetics.
3. P03 PO3: To design and conduct experiments through hypothesis driven scientific research; and to analyze and interpret data to find solutions to molecular biology and genetics related problems.
4. P04 PO4: To work independently and as part of research group in a multidisciplinary team setting
5. P05 PO5: To apply the principles of scientific research ethics and academic integrity
6. P06 PO6: To interpret, explain and present primary scientific literature and novel findings in oral, written and visual presentation formats
7. P07 PO7: To evaluate experimental data and theoretical findings by using critical and analytical thinking techniques.
8. P08 PO8: To use the currently acceptable process of preparing research proposals and manuscripts for publishing in scientific journals.
9. P09 PO9: To apply the principles of molecular biology and genetics in generating/finding solutions to social problems / issues.
10. P10 PO10: To identify and implement environmental and laboratory safety procedures.
11. P11 PO11: To identify and apply the necessary professional skill set in projects and jobs involving independent and competitive careers in academia, industrial, medical or clinical research, science education, scientific writing and communication, health care, health care policy and civil service.

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