This module focuses on the design and specification of bioreactors and the application of microscale techniques for rapid fermentation process development and scale-up. A series of comprehensive lectures and case studies will enable you to:

• Understand engineering principles of fermentation.
• Determine power consumption and oxygen mass transfer.
• Evaluate different strategies for scale-up and scale-down.
• Know about miniaturised bioreactors and their role in fermentation process development.
• Understand how to design a bioreactor and use data from microscale experiments for scaleup.

The cost of the course includes tuition, course materials, lunches, refreshments and a networking dinner. Accommodation is not included.