Undergraduate Course: Enzymology and Biological Production (BITE10001)
Course Outline
School |
School of Biological Sciences |
College |
College of Science and Engineering |
Course type |
Standard |
Availability |
Available to all students |
Credit level (Normal year taken) |
SCQF Level 10 (Year 4 Undergraduate) |
Credits |
10 |
Home subject area |
Biotechnology |
Other subject area |
None |
Course website |
None |
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Course description |
An important feature of biotechnology is the use of enzymes and microorganisms to manufacture products useful to society. These products range from industrial alcohol, food additives and other bulk products, to antibiotics and recombinant therapeutic proteins. In this module we will consider important aspects of enzymes and microorganisms related to their use in industry, and methods for the discovery or generation of novel biocatalysts. We will also discuss technologies used in important commercial processes including the manufacture of antibiotics, monoclonal antibodies and recombinant proteins, as well as new approaches to drug discovery and the development of new therapeutic agents. |
Entry Requirements
Pre-requisites |
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Co-requisites |
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Prohibited Combinations |
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Other requirements |
None
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Additional Costs |
Notepads |
Course Delivery Information
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Delivery period: 2010/11 Semester 1, Available to all students (SV1)
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WebCT enabled: Yes |
Quota: None |
Location |
Activity |
Description |
Weeks |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
King's Buildings | Lecture | | 1-11 | | 09:00 - 09:50 | | | | King's Buildings | Lecture | | 1-11 | | 11:10 - 12:00 | | | |
First Class |
First class information not currently available |
Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
Increased understanding of Biological processes. Detailed learning outcomes will be provided later. |
Assessment Information
Exam |
Please see Visiting Student Prospectus website for Visiting Student Assessment information |
Special Arrangements
Not entered |
Contacts
Course organiser |
Dr Bruce Ward
Tel: (0131 6)50 5370
Email: Bruce.Ward@ed.ac.uk |
Course secretary |
Ms Lesley Cochrane
Tel: (0131 6)50 8638
Email: Lesley.Cochrane@ed.ac.uk |
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