BIO06013 2019 Bioanalytical techniques theory

General Details

Full Title
Bioanalytical techniques theory
Transcript Title
Bioanalytical tech theory
Code
BIO06013
Attendance
N/A %
Subject Area
BIO - Bio Tech/Eng/Chem
Department
LIFE - Life Sciences
Level
06 - NFQ Level 6
Credit
05 - 05 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
Start Term
2019 - Full Academic Year 2019-20
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Stephen Daly, Aodhmar Cadogan
Programme Membership
SG_SBIOP_E06 201900 Certificate in Biopharmaceutical Processing. SG_SBIOP_E06 201900 Certificate in Biopharmaceutical Processing. SG_SBIOA_E06 201900 Certificate in Science in Bioanalytical Techniques L6. SG_SGOOD_C06 202300 Higher Certificate in Science in Good Manufacturing Practice and Technology SG_SGOOD_C06 202300 Higher Certificate in Science in Good Manufacturing Practice & Technology
Description

This module aims to provide students with a general knowledge and understanding of a number of analytical test methods employed in the Quality Control analysis of Biopharmaceutical products.  

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;

1.

Describe the main stages involved in the production of a biopharmaceutical product

2.

Outline the structure of a protein

3.

Outline the importance of protein stability for biopharmaceuticals

4.

Outline the principal test methods employed in the analysis of a biopharmaceutical product.

5.

Outline the main aspects of biopharmaceuticals that require characterisation.

Teaching and Learning Strategies

This module will be delivered part time.  It will include lectures augmented by independent learning and directed learning.  Moodle will be used as a depository of educational resources.

Module Assessment Strategies

This module is 50% continuous assessment and 50% final exam. The continous assessment is broken down into three short assessments spread out ober the semester.

Repeat Assessments

Repeat Continuous assessment and/or final exam

Indicative Syllabus

The following is a summary indication of the main topics included in this module:

  • Bioprocessing Operations
  • Protein Structure
  • Protein Stability
  • Immunogenic reactions
  • Characterisation of biopharmaceuticals
  • Protein Estimation Assays
  • HPLC
  • Final QC Testing

Coursework & Assessment Breakdown

Coursework & Continuous Assessment
50 %
End of Semester / Year Formal Exam
50 %

Coursework Assessment

Title Type Form Percent Week Learning Outcomes Assessed
1 MCQ 1 Coursework Assessment Multiple Choice/Short Answer Test 25 % Week 4 1,2,3
2 MCQ 2 Coursework Assessment Multiple Choice/Short Answer Test 25 % Week 8 4,5
             

End of Semester / Year Assessment

Title Type Form Percent Week Learning Outcomes Assessed
1 Final Exam Final Exam Closed Book Exam 50 % End of Term 1,2,3,4,5
             
             

Part Time Mode Workload


Type Location Description Hours Frequency Avg Workload
Lecture Distance Learning Suite Online lecture. 2 Weekly 2.00
Directed Learning Not Specified Directed self-study. 4 Weekly 4.00
Total Part Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 6.00 Hours

Module Resources

Non ISBN Literary Resources

Protein Biochemistry and proteomics: Publisher: Elsevier ISBN: 978-0-12-088545-9. 2006

Pharmaceutical Biotechnology: An Introduction for Pharmacists and Pharmaceutical Scientists, 2nd Edition. J. Daan and R. Sindelar. Publisher: Taylor and Francis. ISBN: 0415285003.

Journal Resources

NOne

URL Resources

None

Other Resources

None