FST2810 Food bioprocess technology
Faculty of Science
FST2810 Food bioprocess technology is a level 2, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Science, offered in 2021 in Semester 2 at Malaysia. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 3 units, leading on to 4 units in all.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2021
- Semester 2
- Malaysia
This is the 2021 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before FST2810
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After FST2810
3 units list FST2810 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Overview
In this unit, you will be introduced to typical biochemical processes, from feedstock supply, reaction, separation and utilities. Treatment and storage of the feedstock/product will also be examined. The subject will focus on the operation and choice of typical equipment and processes. Safety issues and financial impact will be highlighted.
Offerings in 2021
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Malaysia | On campus |
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Demonstrate knowledge of typical symbols and terminology used in food processing industries;
- 2
Describe upstream and downstream processes and equipment;
- 3
Describe typical bioreactor steps employed in a bioprocess operation;
- 4
Demonstrate understanding of simple equipment design;
- 5
Comprehend the effect of financial and safety aspects on process design;
- 6
Demonstrate communication and report writing skills;
- 7
Exhibit teamwork skills.
Workload and teaching
Weekly: two hours of lectures, two hours of tutorials or three hours of practical classes or field trip and eight hours of self-study
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Choo Wee Sim
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Choo Wee Sim
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for FST2810?
FST2810 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after FST2810?
FST2810 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 3 units, including FST3820, FST3840 and FST3862. Those lead on to 4 units in all.
When is FST2810 offered?
In 2021, FST2810 runs in Semester 2 at Malaysia.