Bi8390en Industrial microbiology

Faculty of Science
Spring 2027
Extent and Intensity
2/0/0. 2 credit(s) (plus extra credits for completion). Type of Completion: zk (examination).
In-person direct teaching
Teacher(s)
prof. Ing. Tomáš Vítěz, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Guaranteed by
prof. Ing. Tomáš Vítěz, Ph.D.
Department of Experimental Biology – Biology Section – Faculty of Science
Contact Person: Ing. Jiřina Kučerová, Ph.D.
Supplier department: Department of Experimental Biology – Biology Section – Faculty of Science
Prerequisites
Completion of courses in the areas of microbiology, biochemistry, molecular biology, bacterial physiology is assumed.
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is also offered to the students of the fields other than those the course is directly associated with.
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
Abstract
At the end of the course students should be able to understand and explain importance of industrial microbiology, work with information on theoretical background of industrial microbiology, production of biomass and fermented products, to understand classical technology with use of microorganisms, modern biotechnology, effectivity of process with microorganisms in biotechnology.
Learning outcomes
After completing the course, a student will be able to:
- to assess the suitability of microorganism for technology
- propose optimal technological process
- compare the proposed technology and microorganisms
- assess the appropriateness of the process
Key topics
    • Syllabus
    • 1. Fundamentals of Industrial Microbiology (4h)
      - Importance, history and future perspectives of industrial microbiology
      - Sterilization and pasteurization process and their applications
    • 2. Bioprocess Engineering (4h)
      - Upstream processes
      - Downstream processes
    • 3. Treatment of organic and industrial wastes (4h)
      - Bioremediation, In situ technologies, Ex situ technologies
      - Landfills, Wastewater treatment
    • 4. Recovery of metals (2h)
      - Biomining, bioleaching
    • 5. Application of Microbiology in Agriculture (4h)
      - Animal nutrition, silage
      - Biogas production
      - Composting
    • 6. Production of biofuels (4h)
      - Power to X technology, biomethane production
      - Production of industrial fuels/alcohols
      - Microbially induced corrosion of metals and building materials
    • 7. Food microbiology (2h)
      - Fermented food, food preservation
      - Milk fermented products
      - Other fermented products (ethanol, beer, wine, lactic acid etc.)
    • 8. Overview of other product of industrial microbiology (2h)
      - Products of primary metabolism (aminoacids, vitamins, etc.)
      - Products of secondary metabolism (penicillins, peptide antibiotics, etc.)
      - Microbial transformation and conversion (polysaccharides, fatty acids, fat, oils, etc.)
Study resources and literature
    recommended literature
  • Microbial Applications Vol.1 Bioremediation and Bioenergy. Edited by Vipin Chandra Kalia - Prasun Kumar. Cham: Imprint: Springer, 2017, XII, 331. ISBN 9783319526669. URL info
  • Manual of industrial microbiology and biotechnology. Edited by Richard H. Baltz - Julian E. Davies - A. L. Demain. 3rd ed. Washington, DC: ASM Press, 2010, xvii 766 p. ISBN 9781555816827. info
  • Modern industrial microbiology and biotechnology. Edited by Nduka Okafor. Enfield, (NH): Science Publishers, 2007, xx, 530 p. ISBN 9781578089390. info
Approaches, practices, and methods used in teaching
lectures, class discussion, group projects, reading
Method of verifying learning outcomes and course completion requirements
Written, multiple-choice test. The final test consists of 30 questions. For each correct answer, the student is awarded one point. To pass the test, the student must score at least 20 points.
Alternate completion
In case of a foreign internship, the course can be taken in an alternative form. Details will be agreed individually with the course supervisor.
Language of instruction
English
Teacher's information
he course provides an overview of essential concepts in general and applied microbiology, with a focus on on the industrial relevance and practical applications of microorganisms in various processes.
Study support
https://is.muni.cz/auth/el/sci/jaro2027/Bi8390en/index.qwarp?fakulta=1431;obdobi=9563;predmet=1652560
Further comments (probably available only in Czech)
The course is taught annually.
The course is taught every week.
General note: It is recommended to register for the course in the 2nd or 4th semester.
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