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Summary of the Profile
General Description:
Objective(s) of a study programme:
To develop technological-engineering skills to produce sustainable bioproducts, select biotechnological equipment and design technologies, solve problems in biotechnology, integrate interdisciplinary knowledge and apply innovative technologies in different areas of the bioindustry, as well as maintain lifelong learning.
Learning outcomes:
Knowledge and Understanding:
A1 Is able to explain the principles of theoretical, practical, scientific mathematics, physics, drawing geometry and information technology pertaining to the field of industrial biotechnology (biochemicals, biomaterials, biofuel);
A2 Is able to characterize the principles of chemical reactions, chemical kinetics, structures of organic and inorganic compounds, the basics of stereochemistry, instrumental chemistry and electrochemistry, to have the ability to explain their application in industrial biotechnology;
A3 Is able to explain the theoretical and applied basics and concepts of biotechnology, are able to understand biological systems in biotechnology, know the basics of bioproduct production, to have the ability to characterize the concepts of sustainable development of biotechnology;
A4 Is able to characterize the main theoretical aspects and concepts of biotechnology and is competent to produce bio-products (biochemicals, biomaterials, biofuels);
A5 Is able to explain the relationship of biotechnology with other sciences (cell biology, microbiology, biochemistry, genetic engineering, polymers, enzymology, bioinformatics);
A6 Is able to explain the broader multidisciplinary context and to have the abilities of applying methods and processes of other technologies; to have the ability to explain processes of the bioindustry.
Technological Analysis:
B1 Is able to analyze and evaluate biotechnological processes, apply experimental, analytical and numerical methods, have the ability to explain the bioproduction technologies (biochemicals, biomaterials, biofuels);
B2 Is able to identify, formulate and solve engineering and biotechnological problems, apply their knowledge and understanding to engineering and bioprocess analysis, are able to select methods and biotechnological equipment, understand the stages of biosynthesis of bioproducts, fermentation, purification and production;
B3 Is able to take into account safety requirements and the impact of technologies on human health, select and apply appropriate analytical and modeling methods in biotechnology, select technological parameters and equipment, apply modeling in biotechnological processes.
Technological Design:
C1 Is able to apply biotechnological knowledge and understanding in the development and implementation of projects that meet the established technical, economic and environmental requirements, is able to carry out bioprocess analysis;
C2 Is able to explain the technology design methodologies, are able to apply them in the design of biotechnological processes, in the digitalization of processes and in the selection of engineering and biotechnological equipment.
Research:
D1 Is able to find the necessary professional and scientific information about bioscience innovations in databases and other information sources, find scientific biotechnological methods, identify achievements in industrial biotechnology and genetic engineering, explain bioinformatics databases;
D2 Is able to analyze and use numerical modelling techniques to develop prerequisites for the development of biotechnological technologies;
D3 Is able to plan and conduct the necessary experiments, evaluate their data and present conclusions; identify and solve specific problems in chemistry, biotechnology and engineering; select appropriate analytical instruments, use equipment of the chemical and biotechnological industries.
Practical Activities:
E1 Is able to select, apply and manage laboratory and production equipment of biotechnological processes, perform bioprocess analysis;
E2 Is able to use theoretical and applied knowledge to solve engineering and biotechnological problems, select biological systems in the production of bioproducts, design technological lines of biotechnological products;
E3 Is able to characterize the ethical, bioethical, legal and environmental and commercial circumstances of technological activities, explain the social impact and environmental challenges and unique problems in living systems;
E4 Is able to explain the principles of the organization of biotechnological activities, the importance and basic requirements of occupational safety, as well as the interaction of the links of the technological process and the business environment.
Personal Skills:
F1 Is able to work effectively independently and in a team, to have ability to work in a team and in typical and atypical situations;
F2 Is able to communicate with the engineering and technology community and the general public in the mother tongue and in a foreign language and to have the ability to explain humanitarian, social, bioscience and technology concepts;
F3 Is able to explain the impact of technological and engineering solutions on society and the environment, adhere to the norms of professional ethics and technological engineering activities, to have the ability to take the responsibility for biotechnological activities;
F4 Is able to explain entrepreneurial skills, peculiarities of development, management of different industrial enterprises;
F5 Is able to engage in independent, lifelong learning, to improve along with technological progress.
Activities of teaching and learning:
The studies include classroom work (lectures, practical work, laboratory work, consultation seminars, outgoing visits to enterprises, etc.) and individual work for mastering theoretical material, preparation for classroom work, intermediate and final assessments and performing other activities. The studies of each study module are completed by the assessment of the student’s knowledge and skills – an examination or another final assessment; the study programme is completed by the final degree project and its defence.
The study methods of active learning, such as design (programming), design thinking, challenge-based learning, creative workshops, group work, experiential learning, discussion, problem-based learning, reflective learning, idea (mind) mapping, etc. are applied to encourage the active participation and creativity of students in the study process. The achievements are assessed using the traditional assessment methods, such as laboratory examination, assignments, laboratory or project report, as well as other methods: work or competency file (portfolio), problem-solving task, engineering project, reflection on action, self-assessment, etc.
Methods of assessment of learning achievements:
The applied cumulative assessment system of the learning outcomes ensures constant and involving work of students during the entire semester of studies; the final evaluation of the study module consists of the sum of the grades of intermediate assessments and the final assessment multiplied by the weighting coefficients (percentages of components).
The number of intermediate assessments and their expression in percentage are chosen by the study module’s coordinating lecturer. Besides the usual forms of assessment (for example, examination, oral presentation, project report, laboratory examination), an additional form of assessment “Assessment of student activity (level)” may be applied (up to 10% of the final grade) for the assessment of the student’s preparation for case analysis, an active discussion, participation in debates, etc.
Framework:
Study subjects (modules), practical training:
Bachelor’s Degree Final Project, Bioinformatics, Biotechnology Equipment and Technology, Cell Biology, Engineering Graphics, Engineering Mechanics, Enzymonology, Fundamentals of Biotechnology Process Design, Genetic Engineering, Human Safety and Toxicology, Information Technologies 1, Inorganic Chemistry 1, Inorganic Chemistry 2, Instrumental Analysis, Introduction to Biotechnologies, Mathematics 1, Mathematics 2, Microbiology, Modeling, Optimization and Control of Biotechnological Processes, Molecular Biology, Organic Chemistry 1, Organic Chemistry 2, Physical Chemistry 1, Physical Chemistry 2, Physics 1, Polymer Chemistry and Technology, Principles of Biochemistry, Process Engineering 1, Process Engineering 2, Production Technologies of Biotechnological Products, Professional Internship, Surface and Colloid Chemistry, Theory of Probability and Statistics.
Specialisations:
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Optional courses:
Electives of Philosophy and Sustainable Development 2023:
Media Philosophy, Sustainable Development;
Electives:
Biopolymers, Technology Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Fundamentals of Enterprises Management, Fundamentals of Enterprises Accounting and Financial Management, Engineering Economics, Bioproducts, Bioprocess Engineering;
Foreign Language Electives (Level C1) 2023:
Academic and Technical Communication in English (Level C1), Russian Language (Level C1), German Language (Level C1), French Language (Level C1).
Distinctive features of a study programme:
A graduate has fundamental knowledge of biotechnology and engineering, inorganic and organic compounds, knowledge of the application of biological processes and systems in the development of new products and chemical compounds. The graduate can observe and quantitatively and qualitatively measure biochemical or other properties, evaluate engineering solutions, perform practical biotechnological analyses, experiments, understand biotechnological processes and apply the obtained knowledge in various industrial areas.
Access to professional activity or further study:
Access to professional activity:
The graduate can work at various biotechnology and biochemistry science institutions, enterprises of food, agricultural, pharmaceutical, bioenergy industry and other institutions that apply the achievements of biotechnology.
Access to further study:
S/he has access to the second cycle studies.
