Module Learning Outcome |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Module Learning Outcome Description |
MLO1 |
Describe and discuss the role of DNA and RNA in gene expression and recombinant DNA technology in the food and agriculture sectors |
MLO2 |
Evaluate the advantages and problems associated with the production of genetically modified crops and animals |
MLO3 |
Appraise and critique the benefits and problems associated with (genetic) analysis of food products |
MLO4 |
Evaluate the use of enzymes for the production of fermented food products (incl. the use of 'biotechnology enhanced' enzymes) |
MLO5 |
Appraise fermenter design in relation to batch and continuous fermentation and problems associated with scale-up and production |
MLO6 |
Critique fermented products in terms types of starter cultures, factors affecting fermentation and safety & shelf-life |
Module Indicative Content |
DNA / RNA / protein
Review of DNA, RNA and protein structure and function, prokaryotic and eukaryotic gene expression.
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Recombinant DNA technology
Techniques for creating recombinant DNA and genetically modified organisms (incl. PCR, recombinant technology). Techniques for (genetically) analysing food-products, crops and animal genetics - Benefits and problems (incl. for example the use of genetic analysis in breeding programmes).
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GMOs
Evaluation of the use of genetically modified crops and animals - Benefits and problems.
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Enzymes
Techniques for enzyme production, extraction, purification, immobilisation and the use of enzymes in food-processing (incl. fermentation) and analysis. Improving enzymes for industrial or food applications.
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Fermentation
Design and configuration of a fermenter, material and energy balance, control and production. Types and manufacture of fermented food products, starter cultures, formulation and processing conditions, safety and Quality Assurance.
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DKIT reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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T. Brown. (2010), Gene Cloning and DNA Analysis: An Introduction, 6th. Wiley, [ISBN: 978-1-4051-81].
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T. Brown. (2012), Introduction to Genetics: A Molecular Approach, Garland Science.
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Recommended Article/Paper Resources |
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Recent publications in the area of
genetics / biotechnology will be used to
support the material provided during
lectures.
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Other Resources |
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Web-site, National Standards Authority of Ireland,
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Web-site, Food online,
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Web-site, EU food and fee safety (GMO),
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Web-site, Department of Agriculture, Food and the
Marine,
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