BIO06023 2019 Introduction to Biopharmaceuticals
Introduction to Biopharmaceuticals will provide the student with a broad overview of the Biopharmaceutical sector.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
Demonstrate knowledge of the various technologies and disciplines that contribute to Biotechnology and Biopharmaceutical drug target discovery.
Identify and describe the different types of Biopharmaceutical products including proteins, antibodies, hormones, nucleic acids etc.
Explain the fundamental techniques of genetic engineering and provide examples of their use in the production of bioproducts.
Evaluate cell models for expression of exogenous gene products and explain the process of gene expression and regulation within these systems.
Effectively communicate scientific knowledge in an appropriate format.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
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Module Assessment Strategies
Assessment of the Introduction to Biopharmaceuticals module will include both continuous assessment and a terminal exam. Continuous assessment will involve a range of assessment types including multiple choice quizzes, a small individual project and a series of classroom based assignments. The multiple choice quizzes will assess subject knowledge while the small project will allow students to work independently to source, interpret and apply appropriate and referenced literature on a given topic. The classroom based assignments will include computer based practical's designed to employ advanced data analysing, synthesising and summarising skills in a scientific work setting.
2 MCQs (Between weeks 5 and 10)
Small project (Week 9)
Repeat Assessments
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Indicative Syllabus
Introduction to the most commonly produced biopharmaceutical products and their methods of production.
- Structure and function of proteins.
- Synthesis of proteins.
- The role of immunology, antibody technologies.
- The Endocrine System & Biohormones.
- Vaccines, Antisense technology & Biosimilars.
Fundamental techniques of genetic engineering
- Cloning
- PCR
- Restriction enzymes
- Vector systems
Expression Systems
- Process of gene expression and regulation
- Cell line selection for optimal protein expression.
- Transformation & Transfection technologies
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework Assessment
Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
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1 | Multiple Choice | Coursework Assessment | Multiple Choice/Short Answer Test | 30 % | OnGoing | 1,2,3,4,5 |
2 | Individual Project | Coursework Assessment | Assignment | 20 % | Week 9 | 3 |
3 | Continuous Assessment | Coursework Assessment | Open Book Exam | 10 % | OnGoing | 1,2,3,4,5 |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
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1 | Final Exam | Final Exam | Closed Book Exam | 40 % | End of Term | 1,2,3,4,5 |
Full Time Mode Workload
Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
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Lecture | Tiered Classroom | Lecture | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
Group Learning | Flat Classroom | Group Learning | 1 | Weekly | 1.00 |
Independent Learning | UNKNOWN | Self Study | 4 | Weekly | 4.00 |
Required & Recommended Book List
2018 Current Developments in Biotechnology and Bioengineering: Synthetic Biology, Cell Engineering and Bioprocessing Technologies Elsevier
2018 Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Oxford
2014 Production of Recombinant Proteins: Novel Microbial and Eukaryotic Expression Systems Production of Recombinant Proteins: Novel Microbial and Eukaryotic Expression Systems Wiley-Vch
2005 Biopharmaceuticals: Biochemistry and Biotechnology Wiley
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