Bachelor of Applied Biotechnology (Honours)

Description:

This course is designed to enable students to apply the knowledge and skills acquired in Microbiology I with a focus on advanced concepts such as the role of microorganisms in disease and antibiotic resistance. The beneficial aspects of microbes in food production, bioremediation, and their impact on the gut microbiome will also be explored. Laboratory activities include microscopy, identification, enumeration, antibiotic susceptibility testing, genetic transfer, and techniques used in quality control and quality assurance within the food industry.

• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
• Pre-Requisites: BIOL71030
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description:

This course will introduce the chemistry of carbon-based compounds. Students will explore several different classes of organic compounds including saturated and unsaturated hydrocarbons, alcohols, ether, phenols, thiols, and haloalkanes. Each class of compound will be investigated through topics such as nomenclature, molecular structure and shape, physical and chemical properties, synthesis and reactions. Students will gain practical knowledge and skills by performing common organic chemistry techniques such as melting and boiling point measurements, refractive index measurements, distillation, refluxing, extraction and thin layer chromatography.

• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
• Pre-Requisites: CHEM71020
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description:

Students will explore topics in analytical chemistry including solution concentration and preparation, dynamic equilibrium, acid-base equilibria and buffers. Students will learn the importance of accuracy through emphasizing precision of measurements, significant figures, and propagating errors. Students will gain practical experience and knowledge in these analytical topics and concepts by performing experiments involving volumetric, gravimetric, and instrumental analysis.

• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
• Pre-Requisites: CHEM71020
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description:

This course is oriented towards applications of differentiation and integration to analyze data typically collected in biotechnological applications. Topics covered include limits, derivatives of algebraic and transcendental functions and their applications, integration of algebraic and transcendental functions and their applications and selected methods of integration.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
• Pre-Requisites: MATH71020
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description: This course examines a number of specific topics from the disciplines of Management (including Supervision), Human Resources (including Career Management) and Small Business (including a business plan). This course provides students with a basic functional understanding of management. Graduating students need to learn how to obtain suitable professional employment and how to successfully move up in their organization. In addition, both from a personal perspective and the perspective of a manager, technical professionals need to be aware of the workings of, and supports offered by, the corporate Human Resource Department. Finally students will focus on the skills of the entrepreneur, the workings of small business and the preparation of a small business plan. A variety of viewpoints relating to the study of Strategic Management are also presented. Designed to meet the future needs of technical professionals as they move into the management portion of their careers, students will learn how they will be contributing to the overall direction of their organization. Students will experience all phases of the strategic process including strategic analysis, strategic formulation and strategic implementation.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description:

In this course students will examine the structure, biochemical function, and biological role of the major macromolecules of living organisms: proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids. Other topics include enzymes, water and biological buffers, biological membranes and transport, and biosignaling. Laboratory exercises include analysis of buffers, spectroscopic methods, protein isolation and purification, and analysis of enzyme function and activity.

• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description:

This course applies the knowledge and skills acquired in Molecular Biology I with a focus on the principles of gene editing, genetic analysis, and protein expression. Topics include molecular genetic techniques, gene analysis, gene activity, and protein expression.

• Hours: 70
• Credits: 5
• Pre-Requisites: BIOL72010
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description: This series of modules prepares degree level students for job searching for their co-op work terms with the guidance of a Co-op Advisor. Students will examine the co-operative education policies and procedures and will learn the expectations, rules, and regulations that apply in the workplace concerning social, organizational, ethical, and safety issues while deepening their awareness of self-reflective practices. Students will critically reflect on their skills, attitudes, and expectations and evaluate available opportunities in the workplace. Successful completion of these modules is a requirement for co-op eligibility.

• Hours: 14
• Credits: 1
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.

Description:

This course will introduce instrumental chemical analysis with a focus on spectroscopy. Students will gain practical experience operating UV-Visible, Infrared, Fluorescence and Atomic Absorbance/Emission spectrometers. Topics such as detection limits and sensitivity, sample preparation and concentration range, calibration and instrumental methods will be explored.

• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description:

This course will introduce instrumental chemical analysis with a focus on spectroscopy. Students will gain practical experience operating UV-Visible, Infrared, Fluorescence and Atomic Absorbance/Emission spectrometers. Topics such as detection limits and sensitivity, sample preparation and concentration range, calibration and instrumental methods will be explored.

• Hours: 28
• Credits: 2
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description:

This course introduces quality assurance and the guiding principles that represent the foundation for continuous improvement within an organization. Topics include the nature and history of quality, factors which affect quality, quality inspection and verification. Students will learn to develop Standard Operating Procedures and product specifications, with an emphasis on process control and techniques to minimize variation. Methods of detecting issues, correcting them, and developing effective Quality system tools will be explored from a theoretical and practical point of view.

• Hours: 28
• Credits: 2
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description:

This course will provide students with college-approved work experience in environments specific to the biotechnology field. The students are able to apply knowledge and skills learned in Year II of the Bachelor of Applied Biotechnology program

• Hours: 420
• Credits: 14
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description:

This course investigates the molecular and cellular elements of the immune system by presenting advanced concepts and technologies in the field of humoral and cell-mediated immunity and their applications to the biological sciences. Other topics include B and T cell activation and function, antibody structure and function, immunogenicity, immunological assays, and antibody design and production. Laboratory exercises provide a working knowledge of immunological techniques and their applications to the biotechnology industry.

• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description:

This course is designed to provide students with a theoretical understanding of the biological, chemical, and technological principles of industrial processes. Students will learn how biotechnology is used in industry to create a variety of products. Topics include chemical engineering, unit operations, materials science, biomaterials, polymers, and fermentation.

• Hours: 28
• Credits: 2
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description:

This course provides students with an overview of the theories and methods used in bioinformatics. Topics include bioinformatics databases, analysis of protein and DNA sequences, gene and protein structure prediction, and computer-aided modelling of biological molecules. Students will gain practical experience with bioinformatic tools and software.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description:

This is an introductory course in finance for non-business students. The course will introduce the student to the theory and principles of financial accounting and managerial finance. Students will be able to apply concepts to both personal and business situations, including the preparation and use of basic financial statements. Additional topics include accounting, budgeting, business finance, and financial management.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description:

A capstone project that integrates the technical knowledge and skills learned in the program to design, implement and evaluate a research topic. Appropriate research, experimental design, data collection and analysis, problem solving, time and project management skills and communication are emphasized.

• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.