Industrial microbiology Field of study: Biotechnology
Programme code: W2-S2BT19.2022

Module name: Industrial microbiology
Module code: 2BT_31A
Programme code: W2-S2BT19.2022
Semester:
  • summer semester 2025/2026
  • summer semester 2024/2025
  • summer semester 2023/2024
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 4
Description:
The course focuses on the specialist knowledge in the field of industrial microbiology. Acquaints the student with the use of microorganisms for the production of food products as well and non-food materials, cosmetic and pharmaceutical products. Gives knowledge on the biosynthesis of biologically active compounds on an industrial scale and the technological and microbiological basics for ethanol and organic acids production. The course describes the possibilities of microbiological process problems and damage of different industrial products. Student will learn the characteristics of industrially important microorganisms, will conduct experiments for obtaining organic acids using industrial methods. Through the analysis, comparison and discussion of the results student will verify existing knowledge, skills and competences.
Prerequisites:
Basic knowledge of microbiology, chemistry, biochemistry and biotechnology.
Key reading:
according to the Syllabus
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
Student describes and understands the importance and application of microorganisms in various areas of industrial microbiology. [2BT_31_1]
 2BT_W05_P [5/5]
Student has detailed knowledge about the synthesis of various compounds on an industrial scale. [2BT_31_2]
 2BT_W02_P [5/5]
Student plans research on screening and improvement of microorganisms with desired properties and demonstrates knowledge of modern techniques used in food, pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries [2BT_31_3]
 2BT_W09_P [5/5]
Student uses advanced research techniques to conduct experiments related to industrially important microorganisms. [2BT_31_4]
 2BT_U01_P [5/5]
Student uses the knowledge gained in lectures and laboratory classes for proper and correct interpretation of the results obtained in the experimental work. [2BT_31_5]
 2BT_U02_P [4/5]
Student systematically updates and completes the knowledge of the latest developments in the field of industrial microbiology. Student is able to properly assess the practical application of obtained knowledge. [2BT_31_6]
 2BT_U06_P [5/5]
Student responsible interprets the risks arising from the use of research techniques and respects the conditions of safe work in laboratories. [2BT_31_7]
 2BT_W08_P [5/5]
Type Description Codes of the learning outcomes of the module to which assessment is related
Coursework [2BT_31_w_1]
according to the Syllabus
 2BT_31_1 2BT_31_2 2BT_31_3 2BT_31_4 2BT_31_5 2BT_31_6 2BT_31_7
Form of teaching Student's own work Assessment of the learning outcomes
Type Description (including teaching methods) Number of hours Description Number of hours
lecture [2BT_31_fs_1]
Lectures on selected topics with audiovisual means - computer presentations illustrating the issues discussed.
 15
Working with textbooks and supplementary literature and generally available supplementary sources of electronic information.
 10 Coursework [2BT_31_w_1]
laboratory classes [2BT_31_fs_2]
Independent and cooperative work under the supervision of lecturer - perform experiments according to the instructions given to students, analysis of the results
 45
Acquiring knowledge from lectures and textbooks, drawn up notes and drawings from observation of microscopic preparations, an explanation of the results from the microbial analyzes.
 30 Coursework [2BT_31_w_1]
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Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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