Microbial Biotechnology

Biology

An examination of the role and effect of micro-organisms in food processing and innovation, along with the management of micro-organisms in food spoilage and poisoning.

NZ$935

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This course starts anytime

(15 Credits)


In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

Lincoln University Campus, Lincoln

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Explain diversity and application of micro-organisms

Explain the diversity and application of micro-organisms in food production and biotechnological processes related to food.

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Recognise microbial involvement in food products

Recognise how micro-organisms convert different substrates to produce various food products.

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Understand environmental impact on microbial processes

Understand the importance of environmental factors on microbial biotechnological processes.

What You're Signing Up For

This course explores the diversity and application of micro-organisms in food production and biotechnological processes related to food. Students gain knowledge on microbial roles in food production, spoilage, poisoning, and their impact on human nutrition, health, and economic development. Laboratory experiments and site visits provide practical understanding of these microbiological principles in food processing.

Course Content

  • Diversity and application of micro-organisms in food production and biotechnology
  • Microbial conversion of substrates to food products
  • Environmental factors affecting microbial biotechnological processes
  • Microbial influence on human nutrition, health and economic development
  • Laboratory experiments on micro-organisms in food and food processes
  • Analysis and presentation of scientific information
  • Visits to food processing establishments

What you need to know first

Biological Sciences, BIOS-110

60 credits from any level 200 courses

60 credits from any level 300 courses

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Food processing

  • Biotechnology

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Food technologist

  • Microbiologist

  • Biotechnologist