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CHNG9304: Biochemical Engineering

Semester 2, 2021 [Normal day] - Remote

Overview

Biochemical engineering is increasingly playing an important role in technology to modern society. The engineers with knowledge of various aspects of biochemical processes are tremendously valuable. The course will examine cutting edge examples of biochemical technologies across a broad range of applications relevant to chemical engineering. The specific objectives of this course are to understand the history and scope of the biotechnology industry; examine the role of biochemical engineering in the industrial application of biotechnology and its development. We will provide an understanding of the major fundamental aspects of biochemical engineering and implementing the knowledge acquired to some selected industrial applications. At the completion of this unit of study students should have developed an appreciation of the underlying principles of biochemical engineering and the ability to apply these skills to new and novel situations. The students will be able to critically analyse different types of biochemical engineering processes and to improve these processes consistent with the principles of biochemical engineering. Students are encouraged to engage in an interactive environment for exchange of information and develop problem-solving skills for successfully handling challenging engineering situations. This course will be assessed by projects, an interview and a final exam.

Unit details and rules

Unit code	CHNG9304
Academic unit	Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Credit points	6
Prohibitions ?	CHNG3804 OR CHNG5804
Prerequisites ?	None
Corequisites ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	None
Available to study abroad and exchange students	No

Teaching staff

Coordinator	John Kavanagh, john.kavanagh@sydney.edu.au
Lecturer(s)	John Kavanagh, john.kavanagh@sydney.edu.au

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length
Final exam (Take-home extended release)	Takehome exam Takehome exam	40%	Formal exam period	48 hours
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Project #1 Design report	25%	Week 08 Due date: 08 Oct 2021 at 23:59	20-30 pages
Outcomes assessed:
Online task	Project Interview Interview	10%	Week 08 Due date: 07 Oct 2021 at 14:00	10-15 minutes per student
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Project #2 Design Report	25%	Week 12 Due date: 05 Nov 2021 at 23:59	20-30 pages
Outcomes assessed:
= group assignment ? = Type E final exam ?

Assessment summary

Assignments #1: Design project requiring groups of students to work through the process of designing and optimising biochemical production processes. Weeks 3-8
Assignments #2: Design project requiring groups of students to work through the process of designing and optimising biochemical production processes. Weeks 7-12
Interview: Students will be quized on the topics of their first project.
Final Exam: An in-depth assessment of understanding of key concepts, and the ability to undertake essential calculations for design of biochemical production processes.

Detailed information for each assessment can be found on Canvas.

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name	Mark range	Description
High distinction	85 - 100
Distinction	75 - 84
Credit	65 - 74
Pass	50 - 64
Fail	0 - 49	When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see sydney.edu.au/students/guide-to-grades.

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

You may only use artificial intelligence and writing assistance tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator, and if you do use them, you must also acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section.

Studiosity is permitted for postgraduate units unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission.

Learning support

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Week 01	Introduction to biochemical engineering	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 02	Introduction to biochemistry and microbiology; industrially important microorganisms.	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 03	Strain development and GM technology	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 04	Modelling cell growth	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 05	Bioreactor design and operation	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 06	Heat and mass transfer and mixing in bioreactors	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 07	Bioreactor designs and operational considerations #1	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 08	Bioreactor designs and operational consideration #1	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 09	Bioseparations #1	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 10	Bioseparations #2	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 11	Wastewater treatment	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 12	Bio-process economics	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 13	Revision and Feedback	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)

Attendance and class requirements

Tutorials: Face to face interaction/online, promote peers interaction and problem solving ability.
Project work (own time): Self directed group learning sessions.
Independent study: Students are expected to spend time for ‘self directed learning’ outside the specified contact periods. 3 hours per week is expected.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

All readings for this unit can be accessed through the Library eReserve, available on Canvas.

Campbell, Biochemistry. John Vondeling, 1999.
Pauline M. Doran, Bioprocess Engineering Principles. Academic press, 2004.

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

Outcomes
Graduate qualities

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. Identify the key microorganisms used in biochemical engineering and critically review literature on the future directions of biochemical engineering.
LO2. Compare process options using metabolic pathway diagrams to determine process yields and design options
LO3. Evaluate strain development and selection options for industrial bioprocesses
LO4. Develop models for growth and production of bioprocesses
LO5. Analyse and design bioprocesses including bioreactors and separation processes
LO6. Apply biochemical engineering design principles to exisating and new bioprocesses
LO7. Communicate clearly in written, graphical and oral forms
LO8. Work effectively in a team to design biochemical engineering processes.
LO9. Use professional judgement to determine whether proposed solutions are practical, ethical and financially viable

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

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Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
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Academic integrity

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Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

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Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

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