FACULTY OF ENGINEERING

Department of Genetics and Bioengineering

GBE 314 | Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Name
Bioprocess Engineering
Code
Semester
Theory
(hour/week)
Application/Lab
(hour/week)
Local Credits
ECTS
GBE 314
Spring
2
2
3
5

Prerequisites
None
Course Language
English
Course Type
Required
Course Level
First Cycle
Mode of Delivery -
Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course Problem Solving
Q&A
Lecture / Presentation
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s)
Assistant(s)
Course Objectives It is aimed the student to be able to understand the basic principles of bioconversion and microbial growth kinetics, design and operating considerations for bioreactors and application areas of bioprocess technologies.
Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • Define the properties of biocatalysts and their role in biochemical reactions.
  • Formulate mathematical models describing bioconversions and bioconversion kinetics.
  • Quantify growth kinetics in batch and continuous cultures.
  • Perform stoichiometry calculation for microbial growth and product formation.
  • Explain the operating modes of different types of bioreactors.
  • Compare the methods used in the recovery and purification of bioprocess products.
Course Description The course covers the properties and kinetics of biocatalysts, microbial growth in batch and continuous-flow bioreactors, stoichiometric calculations, yield and productivity, types of bioreactors, separation of soluble and insoluble bioprocess products and purification.

 



Course Category

Core Courses
Major Area Courses
X
Supportive Courses
Media and Management Skills Courses
Transferable Skill Courses

 

WEEKLY SUBJECTS AND RELATED PREPARATION STUDIES

Week Subjects Related Preparation
1 Introduction to Bioprocess Engineering M. L. Shuler and F. Kargı, "Bioprocess Engineering Basic Concepts", 2nd Edition, Prentice Hall, USA, 2002. Chapter 1
2 The Basics of Biology: An Engineer’s Perspective M. L. Shuler and F. Kargı, "Bioprocess Engineering Basic Concepts", 2nd Edition, Prentice Hall, USA, 2002. Chapter 2
3 Principles of Biocatalysis: Enzymatic catalysis M. L. Shuler and F. Kargı, "Bioprocess Engineering Basic Concepts", 2nd Edition, Prentice Hall, USA, 2002. Chapter 3
4 Microbial growth kinetics and product formation in batch cultures M. L. Shuler and F. Kargı, "Bioprocess Engineering Basic Concepts", 2nd Edition, Prentice Hall, USA, 2002. Chapter 6
5 Microbial growth kinetics and product formation in continuous cultures M. L. Shuler and F. Kargı, "Bioprocess Engineering Basic Concepts", 2nd Edition, Prentice Hall, USA, 2002. Chapter 6
6 Stoichiometry of microbial growth and product formation M. L. Shuler and F. Kargı, "Bioprocess Engineering Basic Concepts", 2nd Edition, Prentice Hall, USA, 2002. Chapter 7
7 Bioreactors for suspension and immobilized cultures M. L. Shuler and F. Kargı, "Bioprocess Engineering Basic Concepts", 2nd Edition, Prentice Hall, USA, 2002. Chapter 9
8 Midterm Exam
9 Material balance calculation M. L. Shuler and F. Kargı, "Bioprocess Engineering Basic Concepts", 2nd Edition, Prentice Hall, USA, 2002. Chapter 9
10 Material balance calculation in bioreactors and flow diagrams/charts M. L. Shuler and F. Kargı, "Bioprocess Engineering Basic Concepts", 2nd Edition, Prentice Hall, USA, 2002. Chapter 9
11 Selection, operation and control of bioreactors M. L. Shuler and F. Kargı, "Bioprocess Engineering Basic Concepts", 2nd Edition, Prentice Hall, USA, 2002. Chapter 10
12 Recovery and purification of products: Separation of insoluble products M. L. Shuler and F. Kargı, "Bioprocess Engineering Basic Concepts", 2nd Edition, Prentice Hall, USA, 2002. Chapter 11
13 Recovery and purification of products: Separation of soluble products M. L. Shuler and F. Kargı, "Bioprocess Engineering Basic Concepts", 2nd Edition, Prentice Hall, USA, 2002. Chapter 11
14 Student presentations
15 Semester Review
16 Final Exam

 

Course Notes/Textbooks

M. L. Shuler and F. Kargı, "Bioprocess Engineering Basic Concepts", 2nd  Edition, Prentice Hall, USA, 2002. ISBN: 978-0130819086

 

Suggested Readings/Materials

Doran, P., “Bioprocess Engineering Principles”, 2nd Edition, Academic Press, USA, 2012. ISBN: 978-0122208515

 

 

EVALUATION SYSTEM

Semester Activities Number Weigthing
Participation
Laboratory / Application
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
-
-
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments
Presentation / Jury
1
10
Project
1
20
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exams
Midterm
1
30
Final Exam
1
40
Total

Weighting of Semester Activities on the Final Grade
3
60
Weighting of End-of-Semester Activities on the Final Grade
1
40
Total

ECTS / WORKLOAD TABLE

Semester Activities Number Duration (Hours) Workload
Theoretical Course Hours
(Including exam week: 16 x total hours)
16
2
32
Laboratory / Application Hours
(Including exam week: '.16.' x total hours)
16
2
32
Study Hours Out of Class
14
2
28
Field Work
0
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
-
-
0
Portfolio
0
Homework / Assignments
0
Presentation / Jury
1
8
8
Project
1
15
15
Seminar / Workshop
0
Oral Exam
0
Midterms
1
15
15
Final Exam
1
20
20
    Total
150

 

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES AND PROGRAM QUALIFICATIONS RELATIONSHIP

#
Program Competencies/Outcomes
* Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1

To have adequate knowledge in Mathematics, Science and Genetics and Bioengineering; to be able to use theoretical and applied information in these areas on complex engineering problems.

X
2

To be able to identify, define, formulate, and solve complex Genetics and Bioengineering problems; to be able to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.

X
3

To be able to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the requirements; to be able to apply modern design methods for this purpose.

X
4

To be able to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for analysis and solution of complex problems in Genetics and Bioengineering applications; to be able to use information technologies effectively.

X
5

To be able to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or Genetics and Bioengineering research topics.

X
6

To be able to work efficiently in Genetics and Bioengineering disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; to be able to work individually.

7

To be able to communicate effectively in Turkish, both orally and in writing; to be able to author and comprehend written reports, to be able to prepare design and implementation reports, to present effectively, to be able to give and receive clear and comprehensible instructions.

8

To have knowledge about global and social impact of Genetics and Bioengineering practices on health, environment, and safety; to have knowledge about contemporary issues as they pertain to engineering; to be aware of the legal ramifications of Genetics and Bioengineering solutions.

X
9

To be aware of ethical behavior, professional and ethical responsibility; to have knowledge about standards utilized in Genetics and Bioengineering applications.

X
10

To have knowledge about industrial practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; to have awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; to have knowledge about sustainable development.

11

To be able to collect data in the area of Genetics and Bioengineering, and to be able to communicate with colleagues in a foreign language.

X
12

To be able to speak a second foreign language at a medium level of fluency efficiently.

13

To recognize the need for lifelong learning; to be able to access information, to be able to stay current with developments in science and technology; to be able to relate the knowledge accumulated throughout the human history to Genetics and Bioengineering.

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