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Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
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Module Title Special Topics in Bioprocess Engineering
Module Code BE445
School School of Biotechnology
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Module TeacherGreg Foley
NFQ level 8 Credit Rating 5
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Compatibles None
Incompatibles None
Description
This module aims to continue the approach of BE321 and BE322 and apply it to the analysis and design of bioreaction and sepration processes.

Learning Outcomes
1. Use advanced matheamtical models to design and analyse ultrafiltration systems
2. Formulate simple mathematical models of batch bioprocess systems incorporating PI control.
3. Analyse the dynamics of controlled bioreaction systems by solving underlying ordinary differential equations with appropriate software.
4. Undertand the concept of an adsoprtion isotherm and apply this concept to batch and continuous adsorption systems.
5. Employ equilibirum diagrams for the analysis lqiuid-liquid extraction systems.



Workload Full-time hours per semester
Type Hours Description
Lecture24Directed and active learning
Independent learning101Study and problem solving
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities
Introduction to process control.
The PI control algorithm.

Numerical solution fo controlled system equation using Berkeley Madonna.
Principles of adsorption and application to batch systems and packed columns.

Analysis of liquid-liquid extraction using triangular diagrams.
Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment0% Examination Weight100%
Course Work Breakdown
TypeDescription% of totalAssessment Date
Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
1 = A resit is available for all components of the module
2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module
3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1
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    BTBSc in Biotechnology
    Timetable this semester: Timetable for BE445
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