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BIO416Sciences3 Unitsintermediate

Industrial Microbiology

This course is designed to provide the students with basics of Industrial microbiology, Techniques in industrial microbiology, Fermentation processes; Fermenter design and operations which motivates on production of products such as pharmaceutical and medical compounds solvents, organic acids, chemical feedstocks, amino acids, and enzymes that have direct economic value.

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91h
Study Time
13
Weeks
7h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
Industrial MicrobiologyFermentationMicroorganismsBiotechnologyFermenter Design

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
Math Level
Basic Math
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Learning Type
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Industrial Microorganisms

2

Fermentation Processes

3

Fermenter Design

4

Strain Improvement

5

Culture Techniques

6

Intellectual Property Rights

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Industrial Microbiologist

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Biotechnologist

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Fermentation Scientist

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Quality Control Analyst

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Research Scientist

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

PharmaceuticalsFood and BeverageBiotechnologyAgricultureEnvironmental Science

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Basics Of Industrial Microbiology

7h

Unit 1: Nature/ Microbes of industrial microbiology

7 study hours
  • Define industrial microbiology
  • Compare industrial and medical microbiology
  • Explain the nature of biotechnology
Week
2

Module 1: Basics Of Industrial Microbiology

7h

Unit 2: Some organisms commonly used in industrial microbiology

7 study hours
  • Describe the basic nature of cells
  • Differentiate between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells
  • Explain the three domains of living things
Week
3

Module 1: Basics Of Industrial Microbiology

7h

Unit 3: Taxonomic grouping of micro-organisms important in industrial microbiology and biotechnology

7 study hours
  • Discuss the taxonomic grouping of microorganisms
  • Explain the advantages of microorganisms over plants and animals
  • Describe the characteristics of acetic acid bacteria
Week
4

Module 1: Basics Of Industrial Microbiology

7h

Unit 4: Characteristics important in microbes used in industrial microbiology and biotechnology

7 study hours
  • Explain the characteristics important in microbes used in industrial microbiology
  • Describe how to find microorganisms in nature
  • Discuss the importance of genetic stability
Week
5

Module 1: Basics Of Industrial Microbiology

7h

Unit 5: Strain improvement

7 study hours
  • Describe the different methods of strain improvement
  • Explain genome manipulation techniques
  • Discuss the relevance of molecular biology and bioinformatics
Week
6

Module 2: Techniques In Industrial Microbiology

7h

Unit 1: Culture techniques

7 study hours
  • Explain the types of media used in microbiology
  • Describe the ways of formulating media
  • Discuss the history of culture media
Week
7

Module 2: Techniques In Industrial Microbiology

7h

Unit 2: Isolation and Identification of Culture

7 study hours
  • Explain the types of culture techniques used in microbiology
  • Describe spread plate, streak plate, and pour plate techniques
  • Discuss the basic nutrient requirements of industrial media
Week
8

Module 2: Techniques In Industrial Microbiology

7h

Unit 3: Criteria for the choice of raw materials used in industrial media

7 study hours
  • Explain the criteria for choosing raw materials
  • Discuss the factors that influence raw material selection
  • Describe the importance of cost and availability
Week
9

Module 2: Techniques In Industrial Microbiology

7h

Unit 4: Raw materials used in compounding industrial media

7 study hours
  • Know some of the raw materials used in compounding industrial media
  • Describe corn steep liquor, pharmamedia, and distillers soluble
  • Discuss the use of plant waste materials
Week
10

Module 2: Techniques In Industrial Microbiology

7h

Unit 5: Maintenance of selected cultures

7 study hours
  • Explain how cultures are collected and maintained
  • Describe methods of strain improvements
  • Discuss the types of culture collections
Week
11

Module 3: Fermentation Processes

14h

Unit 1: Alcoholic beverages

7 study hours
  • Explain the process of production of alcoholic beverages
  • Differentiate between top and bottom fermented beers
  • Describe the raw materials for brewing

Unit 2: Raw Materials for Brewing.

7 study hours
  • Explain the raw materials for brewing
  • Describe the brewing processes
  • Discuss the types of brewer's yeasts
Week
12

Module 3: Fermentation Processes

14h

Unit 3: Wine Production

7 study hours
  • Explain the process of wine production
  • Describe the processes in wine making
  • Discuss the classification of wines

Unit 4: Distilled alcoholic (or spirit) beverages

7 study hours
  • Explain the process of spirit beverages
  • Describe the principles in the production of spirit beverages
  • Discuss the types of spirit beverages
Week
13

Module 3: Fermentation Processes

14h

Unit 5: Fermented Foods I: Bread Making and Milk products

7 study hours
  • Understand the process of bread making
  • Describe the processes in bread making
  • Discuss the role of yeasts in bread making

Unit 6: Fermented Foods II: Some local fermented foods

7 study hours
  • Understand the process of production of some local fermented foods
  • Describe fermented foods from corn and cassava
  • Discuss fermented vegetables

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create concept maps linking Modules 1-2 basics of industrial microbiology and techniques.

2

Practice identifying key microorganisms and their applications from Units 2-3 weekly.

3

Review fermenter design diagrams from Units 1-2 and their operational parameters.

4

Focus on strain improvement methods from Unit 5 and their impact on product yield.

5

Understand intellectual property rights from Unit 5 and their importance in industrial microbiology.

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