Gwybodaeth am Fodiwlau
Course Delivery
Assessment
| Assessment Type | Assessment length / details | Proportion |
|---|---|---|
| Semester Assessment | Interactive The interactive assessment will cover collaborative forums, peer marking and review of presentations. In the event of low student numbers, alternative reflective journal assessments will be utilised. 1500 Words | 40% |
| Semester Assessment | Written report 2500 Words | 60% |
| Supplementary Assessment | Interactive The interactive assessment will cover collaborative forums, peer marking and review of presentations. In the event of low student numbers, alternative reflective journal assessments will be utilised. 1500 Words | 40% |
| Supplementary Assessment | Written report 2500 Words | 60% |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students should be able to:
Explain the current and future challenges facing the UK bio-based industries, and evaluate how industrial biotechnology can address them
Evaluate the suitability and sustainability of different feedstocks and biomass pretreatment methods for industrial bioprocesses.
Demonstrate an understanding of engineering biology and precision fermentation techniques, and assess their applications in product development.
Analyse key stages in downstream processing and bioprocess design, including optimisation strategies for yield, efficiency, and environmental performance.
Critically appraise emerging technologies and real-world case studies in industrial biotechnology, including their economic, environmental, and regulatory implications.
Brief description
This module explores the technological and scientific innovations driving the transition from fossil-based to plant-based products. Focusing on industrial biotechnology and biorefining, it examines the full value chain from feedstock selection and biomass pre-treatment to advanced conversion and optimisation processes. Through case studies and emerging research, particularly from IBERS, students will gain insights into sustainable alternatives to conventional materials and chemicals. The module equips learners with the knowledge and analytical skills to critically assess and design biotechnological solutions for a bio-based economy.
Aims
This module has been designed to raise awareness of the technological options for developing plant and other biomass based alternatives to products generally derived from fossil fuels ,and to showcase IBERS research in this area.
Content
Introduction to Industrial Biotechnology and Biorefining
Feedstocks and Raw Materials Part 1
Feedstocks and Raw Materials Part 2
Biomass pre-treatment
Engineering Biology
Precision Fermentation
Downstream Processing
Bioprocess Design and Optimisation
Emerging Technologies in Industrial Biotechnology
Case Studies and Industry Applications
Module Skills
| Skills Type | Skills details |
|---|---|
| Creative Problem Solving | The students will need to identify and evaluate a suitable feedstock for their case study |
| Professional communication | A presentation assessment will require the students to produce a short recorded submission, practicing communication of ideas typically used by the agri-food profession |
| Real world sense | Case studies and interviews with researchers, industry representatives and policy makers provide real world context |
| Reflection | Feedback on assessments, particularly the presentation will be provided by both tutor and peers in order to improve their ideas for the final assessment. Reflection could be assessed if the interactive assessment is changed to the reflective journal option. |
| Subject Specific Skills | Students will be required to demonstrate an advanced knowledge of biorefining options |
Notes
This module is at CQFW Level 7