BTEC 618 - Principles of Bioprocessing

(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: Bachelor of Science degree in Biotechnology, Life Science or any other relevant field or by permission of instructor
Description: Bioprocessing deals with the isolation, purification, and characterization of industrial bio-products. This course prepares the student with skills needed in bioprocessing procedures used in industry. Fundamental scientific principles underlying the recovery, purification and formulation of biomolecules, especially proteins, or other industrial bio-products are covered. Identification or delineation of key chemical and physical properties of biomolecules that impact downstream processing and formulation development are emphasized. Introduction to analytical and small-scale purification procedures exposes the student to key scientific principles and small-scale unit operations.