2022/3, Trimester 2, FACE-TO-FACE,
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Occurrence: | 001 |
Primary mode of delivery: | FACE-TO-FACE |
Location of delivery: | HONG KONG |
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Member of staff responsible for delivering module: | Halina Vaughan |
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Learning, Teaching and Assessment (LTA) Approach: |
The module will be delivered face-to-face via interactive tutorials and workshops. Students will also be expected to undertake individual and group-based guided independent study with learning materials provided on Moodle. There will be a strong emphasis on the link between the fundamental theory of microbial growth kinetics and fermentation, and the application of this knowledge in the development, design and operation of microbial biotechnologies across a diverse range of industries/sectors. Students will work through theoretical concepts in their independent study time and attend problem solving workshops where these concepts will be explored and applied to analyse datasets. This approach will also enhance key employability skills such as teamwork, problem-solving and critical evaluation, and integrate them with scientific skills.
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Data analysis and evaluation exercises: Students will be provided with bioprocess data and will apply appropriate principles/calculations in order to evaluate the performance as well as the design and/or operating conditions of the bioprocess. This exercise will be run in tutorial format to support the summative Class Test, and the data analysis/calculations carried out will be similar to what is required for this assessment. Problem-solving exercises: Students will work in teams to troubleshoot a relevant aspect of a bioprocess. This may involve overcoming a technical issue or optimising operating conditions. This will provide them with an understanding of key criteria and approach required for the summative Case Report. Presentation based on case report: Students will have an opportunity to receive feedback on a brief presentation based on their Case Report. They will be required to present an outline of their bioprocess and identify key considerations such as regulatory requirements and quality assurance relevant to the bioprocess/compound being produced. Each presentation will undergo peer evaluation, and students will also receive tutor feedback. This will support the completion of the summative Case Report.
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Class Test (40 %)Designed to ensure that each student is able to demonstrate an understanding of how theoretical principles in fermentation kinetics can be applied to analysis of bioprocess data and operating conditions. Case Report (60 %)Each student will produce a report detailing the design and operation of an optimised bioprocess for the production of a commercially important compound. Key stages of experimental design will be critically evaluated, and there will also be an element of data analysis/interpretation. Students will also be expected to include discussion of other pertinent considerations such as regulatory requirements, ethical approval and quality assurance depending on the nature of the bioprocess.
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Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH)) |
Mode of activity | Learning & Teaching Activity | NESH (Study Hours) |
Face To Face | Tutorial | 18 |
Independent Learning | Guided independent study | 182 |
| Total Study Hours | 200 |
| Expected Total Study Hours for Module | 200 |
Assessment |
Type of Assessment | Weighting % | LOs covered | Week due | Length in Hours/Words |
Class Test | 40 | 2 | 9 | HOURS= 02.00 |
Report | 60 | 1, 3 & 4 | 12 | , WORDS= 2500 |
Component 1 subtotal: | 40 | |
Component 2 subtotal: | 60 | | | |
Module subtotal: | 100 | | | |