BIO08039 2022 Bioanalytics
This module aims to provide students with a detailed knowledge and understanding of the various analytical assays routinely employed in the analysis of critical quality attributes (CQAs) of biopharmaceuticals. These analytical assays are used to assess the raw material, in-process, bulk drug substance and finished product quality attributes.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
Outline and evaluate the various assays/tests methods and instrumentation routinely employed in the analysis of Biopharmaceuticals.
Formulate and communicate judgements with regard to the complexities and challenges in the analysis of biologics.
Analyse, evaluate and draw conclusions from data presented in problem solving exercises.
Perform research on a relevant topic and analyse, evaluate and draw conclusions accordingly.
Communicate and explain scientific data relating to bioanalytics.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
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Module Assessment Strategies
The assessment approach for this module will be 100% Continuous Assessment with a range of assessment methods employed including some of the following; short form assessment exams including multiple choice and short answer questions/problems, project assignments/reports and oral presentations.
The miniproject is a MANDATORY form of assessment for any modules on this programme with a miniproject component.
Repeat Assessments
per Q manual
Indicative Syllabus
Protein Estimation Assays
Protein Electrophoresis: Slab gels and Capillary Electrophoresis.
Immunoassays (e.g. Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) and Western Blotting)
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
High Pressure Liquid Chromatography: Principles and Applications.
Mass Spectrometry: Principles and Applications.
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework Assessment
Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
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1 | Continuous Assessment | Coursework Assessment | Open Book Exam | 60 % | Any | 1,2,3 |
2 | Project Project plus Project Presentation | Coursework Assessment | Project | 40 % | End of Term | 2,4,5 |
Online Learning Mode Workload
Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
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Independent Learning | Online | Self-study | 4 | Weekly | 4.00 |
Lecture | Online | lecture | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
Module Resources
Various reading sources will be either provided or recommended by the module tutor.
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