Microbiology and Biochemistry in Process EngineeringLaajuus (5 cr)

Objectives

Student is able to

• describe the prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell structures in general.
• explain the growth of microbes and their metabolic principles.
• follow aseptic work criteria in the laboratory.
• describe structures and properties of biomolecules, as well as their importance as part of the cell structure and function.
• explain the significance of microbiology in the field of technology.

Content

• cell structure
• microbes and their growth, nutrition and demands for living
• aseptic techniques and sterilization
• biomolecules: structure and function
• cell metabolism
• laboratory work