Basics of ecological biotechnologies, 3ECTS

Leading university in the course development: South Kazakhstan State University

Contact: Madina Dzhakasheva, dzhakasheva_m@mail.ru

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4. Activate your account by selecting the link in the email
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Learning outcomes

After this course students:

  • have knowledge about Environmental biotechnology and application of biotechnology in waste management
  • can explain  self-cleaning ability of nature
  • can use theoretical and practical knowledge to conduct research methods of conversion of plant materials and biocatalytic processes
  • can analyze and use biomarkers / bioindicators / biological test systems.
  • can select different kinds of bio destructors and apply in industry
  • can construct devices for production of bio-products (biogas production, ethanol production)

Competences obtained by students:

  • be able to illustrate self-cleaning power of nature and use of biomarkers / bioindicators / biological test systems.
  • be able to create new consortium, bio preparations for degradation pollutants and design method and  facilities for biological treatment
  • have skills and competence in theoretical foundations and basic methods of conversion of plant materials

Main Topics

  • Environmental biotechnology and its role in environmental protection
  • Biotransformation
  • Wastewater and  treatment methods
  • Biofuels
  • Biotesting and bioindication
  • Bioremediation
  • Bio conversion of plant materials and wastes