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Course Unit Title Course Unit Code Type of Course Unit Level of Course Unit Year of Study Semester ECTS Credits
Industrial Microbiology MKM322 Elective Bachelor's degree 3 Spring 4

Name of Lecturer(s)

Associate Prof. Dr. Başar UYAR

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit

1) Recognize basic microbiology concepts
2) Differentiate between industrial and nonindustrial microorganisms, reactors and bioreactors, chemical processes and bioprocesses.
3) Explain how fermented foods are produced by microorganisms
4) Explain the production processes of industrial non-food materials that are produced by fermentation
5) Illustrate the applications of microorganisms that are not related to production of industrial chemicals.

Program Competencies-Learning Outcomes Relation

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Learning Outcomes
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2 Middle No relation No relation No relation No relation No relation No relation No relation No relation No relation
3 Middle No relation No relation No relation No relation No relation No relation No relation No relation No relation
4 Middle No relation No relation No relation No relation No relation No relation No relation No relation No relation
5 Middle No relation No relation No relation No relation No relation No relation No relation No relation No relation

Mode of Delivery

Face to Face

Prerequisites and Co-Requisites

None

Recommended Optional Programme Components

Biochemistry, Biotechnology

Course Contents

Introduction to industrial microbiology / Industrial microorganisms / Bioprocesses / Foods products produced by fermentation / Non-food products produced by microorganisms and other related applications

Weekly Schedule

1) Introduction to industrial microbiology (definition, history, applications)
2) Screening and development of industrial microorganism strains, microbial metabolism
3) Bioprocesses (bioreactors, upstream and downstream processes)
4) Microbial production of amino acids and proteins
5) Microbial production of organic acids and vinegar
6) Microbial production of polysaccharides
7) Antibiotic production
8) Midterm examination/Assessment
9) Bioplastics
10) Enzyme production, immobilization of cells and enzymes
11) Production of alcohol and alcoholic drinks
12) Production of fermented dairy products (yogurt, cheese, kefir)
13) Other foods produced by fermentation (pickles, bread, boza)
14) Biochemical principles of biogas production
15) Bioremediation and microbial degradation of wastes
16) Final examination

Recommended or Required Reading

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

1) Lecture
2) Question-Answer
3) Discussion
4) Case Study
5) Self Study
6) Problem Solving


Assessment Methods and Criteria

Contribution of Midterm Examination to Course Grade

50%

Contribution of Final Examination to Course Grade

50%

Total

100%

Language of Instruction

Other

Work Placement(s)

Not Required