Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology
MBT 363 (Offering: 2003)

Description

This course presents an overview of the versatility of microorganisms, their ability to grow on wide range of substrates and to produce an extensive array of products many of that are commercially available. Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology is primarily associated with the commercial exploitation of microorganisms, and involve processes and products that are of major economic, environmental and social importance. The key aspect of the course relates to the production of valuable microbial products via fermentation processes. These include traditional fermented foods and beverages, production of feedstocks, food ingredients and pharmaceuticals.

Major/Minor: Microbiology and Biotechnology (major), Environmental Management (major), Agricultural and Aquatic Biotechnology (major), Biotechnology (minor), Applied and Environmental Microbiology (minor)

Usual Semester of offer: Semester 1

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