Course overview
This course equips learners with essential skills for purifying biotechnologically significant proteins and
understanding how they are adapted to large-scale industrial production. Throughout the course,
students will explore a variety of protein purification techniques through interactive workshops and
hands-on laboratory practicals. Techniques include affinity chromatography, ion exchange
chromatography and gel filtration. Learners will apply their new-found knowledge to the purification
of novel proteins of biotechnological interest, discovering how to evaluate the resulting proteins for
commercial regulatory requirements. By the end of this course, learners will be well-prepared to
contribute to the efficient and compliant production of biotechnologically relevant proteins in
commercial settings.
- Purification Principles
- Purification Practice
Course learning outcomes
- Investigate and analyse protein characteristics, recognising their implications for the selection of purification methods and conditions.
- Select and apply appropriate techniques for the purification of proteins in biotechnological applications.
- Assess the impact of purification strategies on protein quality and compliance with regulatory standards in commercial biotechnology.
- Convey protein purification concepts appropriately and professionally, adapting the communication mode according to audience and purpose.
- Describe how protein purification techniques are adjusted for large-scale industrial production, considering cost-effectiveness and regulatory compliance.
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Group 1
Class number 29891
Section PR01
Size 40
Available 40
Class number 29892
Section WS01
Size 40
Available 40
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Group 1
Class number 64868
Section PR01
Size 40
Available 40
Class number 64869
Section WS01
Size 40
Available 40
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