Biological processes
3 points * 24 lectures * Second semester * Clayton
An introduction to aspects of biological science of importance to many areas of chemical engineering practice. Chemistry and properties of biological molecules; proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, lipids. Nature, characteristics of typical biological raw materials and foods. Source, properties, use of enzymes. Introduction to cell biology, microbial, plant, animal, growth and control of cells. The processing of biological materials.
Assessment
Examinations: 100%
Recommended text
Brock T and Madigan M Biology of microorganisms 6th edn, Prentice-Hall, 1991