Quantitative Microbial Biotechnology I
About the course
Master course mainly aimed at biology and biotechnology students. The course is also available as a singular course.
- Microbial (algal) growth kinetics
- Cultivation, fermentation and photo-bioreactors
- Basic theory in systems biology
- Basic principles of biodesign and synthetic biology
Admission requirements
Admission requires a bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) or equivalent qualification, with a major in biology, biotechnology or chemistry of minimum 80 ECTS.
Local admission, application code 9371 - master's level singular course.
Recommended prerequisites: One or several of following courses (or equivalent): BIO-2001 Fysiologi I, BIO-2513 Marin Biodiversitet, BIO-2601 Generell mikrobiologi, BIO-2606 Generell og marin bioteknologi, MAT-1001, MAT-1002, MAT-1003 Calculus 1,2 & 3, Linear Algebra MAT-1004
Objectives of the course
By the completion of the course, students are expected to have the following learning outcomes:
Knowledge:
- The course aims enable students to develop quantitative problem-solving skills in the context of different microbial biotechnology applications including marine microalgae, advanced cultivation and engineered genetic devices
Skills:
- Students will develop the ability to apply knowledge of modern biology to different biotechnology and bioengineering applications
- They will develop the ability to independently gain technical knowledge from available scientific literature
- Students will develop basic theoretical and quantitative skills enabling them to solve biology and bioengineering problems
- They will develop a basic understanding to the "biological design approach"
- They will develop their ability to communicate effectively in professional/technical settings
General competence:
- Gain competence that allows for a necessary understanding and problem-solving approach using the quantitative aspects of microbial cell growth, cultivation, bioprocess engineering and modern practices in synthetic biology.
Credit reduction
If you pass the examination in this course, you will get an reduction in credits (as stated below), if you previously have passed the following courses:
- BIO-8607 Quantitative Microbial Biotechnology II 10 ects
Teaching methods
The course is comprised of 15 lectures (2 hrs). The syllabus is made up of relevant scientific articles and fact sheets that will be given out after the lectures.
There will be problem-based homework assignments for each section. There will be individual and group projects; students will write project reports and make at least one oral presentation during the course. We may have guest lectures from domain experts.
Language of instruction and examination
The course will be taught in English and some materials/communications will be provided in Norwegian.Examination
| Off campus exam | Hand in: 09.10.2025 14:00 Hand out: 08.10.2025 09:00 Duration: 29 Hours Weighting: 1/4 |
Grade: A–E, fail F |
| Off campus exam | Hand in: 10.12.2025 14:00 Hand out: 09.12.2025 09:00 Duration: 29 Hours Weighting: 1/4 |
Grade: A–E, fail F |
| Portfolio | Hand in: 12.11.2025 14:00 Weighting: 1/4 |
Grade: A–E, fail F |
| Portfolio | Hand in: 21.11.2025 14:00 Weighting: 1/4 |
Grade: A–E, fail F |
To take an examination, the student must have passed the following coursework requirements
| Professionality | Grade: Approved – not approved |
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