Biotechnology methods in environmental protection Field of study: Biotechnology
Programme code: W2-S1BT19.2023

Module name: Biotechnology methods in environmental protection
Module code: 1BT_23_29
Programme code: W2-S1BT19.2023
Semester:
  • summer semester 2026/2027
  • summer semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 4
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The module conveys knowledge of methods for the treatment of degraded environments. Particular emphasis is placed on learning biological methods for the treatment of soil, water and wastewater as well as solid waste and air. In addition, the student learns and masters basic methods for the determination of physicochemical and microbiological indicators of the quality of wastewater and sewage sludge and treated soils. Furthermore, the module familiarises the student with the principles of working in a specialised laboratory. Laboratory classes improve the ability to analyse and interpret experimental results.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
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]
Defines and describes basic concepts and terms used in environmental biotechnology [1BT_23_29_01]
 1BT_W06 [4/5] 1BT_W08 [5/5]
Has knowledge of methods used in bioremediation of degraded environments [1BT_23_29_02]
 1BT_W08 [5/5]
Lists and characterises micro-organisms of application relevance to environmental cleaning [1BT_23_29_03]
 1BT_W04 [4/5]
Performs physico-chemical and microbiological analyses of environmental samples under the guidance of a mentor [1BT_23_29_04]
 1BT_U04 [5/5]
Describes the effects of the experiment, analyses the results, draws conclusions [1BT_23_29_05]
 1BT_W09 [3/5] 1BT_K02 [2/5]
Follows the rules of the laboratory and cares for the safety of others [1BT_23_29_06]
 1BT_W13 [5/5] 1BT_U09 [5/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
laboratory classes [1BT_23_29_L] 45 Working with a computer [d01] 
Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01] 
Conceptual work [f03]  		course work 1BT_23_29_01 1BT_23_29_02 1BT_23_29_04 1BT_23_29_05 1BT_23_29_06
lecture [1BT_23_29_W] 15 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Problem-based lecture [b01] 
Lecture-discussion [b02]  		exam 1BT_23_29_01 1BT_23_29_02 1BT_23_29_03
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Developing practical skills [a03] Preparation for classes
activities involving the repetition, refinement and consolidation of practical skills, including those developed during previous classes or new skills necessary for the implementation of subsequent elements of the curriculum (as preparation for class participation)
Consulting materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus [a04] Preparation for classes
agreeing on materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus, supporting the implementation of tasks resulting from or necessary for class participation
Production/preparation of tools, materials or documentation necessary for class participation [a05] Preparation for classes
developing, preparing and assessing the usefulness of tools and materials (e.g. aids, scenarios, research tools, equipment, etc.) to be employed in class or as an aid when preparing for classes
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Determining the stages of task implementation contributing to the verification of learning outcomes [c01] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
devising a task implementation strategy embracing the division of content, the range of activities, implementation time and/or the method(s) of obtaining the necessary materials and tools, etc.
Studying the literature used in and the materials produced in class [c02] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
exploring the studied content, inquiring, considering, assimilating, interpreting it, or organizing knowledge obtained from the literature, documentation, instructions, scenarios, etc., used in class as well as from the notes or other materials/artifacts made in class
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
Analysis of the corrective feedback provided by the academic teacher on the results of the verification of learning outcomes [d01] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reading through the academic teacher’s comments, assessments and opinions on the implementation of the task aimed at checking the level of the achieved learning outcomes
Development of a corrective action plan as well as supplementary/corrective tasks [d02] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reviewing and selecting tasks and activities enabling the elimination of errors indicated by the academic teacher, their verification or correction resulting in completing the task with at least the minimum passing grade
Undertaking, on one’s own initiative and individually, activities aimed at expanding the scope or depth of the teaching content, also beyond the walls of the University [e01] Activities complementary to the classes
a set of activities undertaken independently and on the student's own initiative, aimed at expanding the depth and scope of knowledge and skills, their revision and repetition, retention or verification, also activities carried outside the university, e.g., in a culture promoting or educational institution, a laboratory, in the open air, etc.; also self-education
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Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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