CHE513 BIOCHEMICAL REACTION ENGINEERING

Course Code:5630513
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week):3 (3.00 - 0.00)
ECTS Credit:8.0
Department:Chemical Engineering
Language of Instruction:English
Level of Study:Graduate
Course Coordinator:Prof.Dr. PINAR ÇALIK
Offered Semester:Fall Semesters.

Course Objectives


Course Content

Applications of chemical kinetics and reaction engineering principles to bioreactors. Biological reactor and fermentor design and scale-up. Kinetics of microbial growth, product formation, enzyme catalyzed reactions.


Course Learning Outcomes


Program Outcomes Matrix

Contribution
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1Acquire knowledge in depth and breadth via scientific research in their field; evaluate, interpret and apply this knowledge.
2Are thoroughly informed about current techniques and methods of engineering, and their limitations.
3Complement and apply uncertain, limited or incomplete knowledge using scientific methods; are capable of integrating knowledge from different disciplines.
4Are aware of the new and developing applications of their profession; can study and learn about these applications when necessary.
5Can define and formulate problems relevant to their field, develop solutions to solve these problems and employ innovative methods for these solutions.
6Develop new and/or original ideas and methods; design complex processes and develop innovative/alternative solutions in design.
7Design and apply theoretical, experimental and model-based research; analyze and resolve complex problems that arise during this process.
8Can effectively function within intra- and interdisciplinary teams, can lead such teams and formulate solution approaches under complex situations; can work independently and assume responsibility.
9Can communicate verbally or in written form in a non-native language, at least at level B2 of the European Language Portfolio.
10Can communicate the progress and results of their studies systematically and clearly in oral or written form, in national or international forums related to their area or others.
11Are informed and aware of the limitations of social, environmental, health and safety-related and legal dimensions on engineering applications.
12Uphold social, scientific and ethical values in acquisition, interpretation and communication of data and in all activities related to their profession.