Biotechnology and Chemical Engineering: Biotechnology and Food Engineering
Code: TXM24S1
- Degree title
- Bachelor of Engineering, BEng
- Credits
- 240 ects
- Duration
- 4 years (240 cr)
- Start semester
- Autumn 2024
- Teaching language
- Finnish
Descriptions
The Bachelor studies in Biotechnology and Chemical Engineering offers the opportunity to receive a versatile education that opens doors to becoming a top-notch professional in the future.
Our program combines strong technical expertise with creative problem-solving skills. You will learn to leverage the latest technology in the fields of biosciences and chemistry and to develop sustainable solutions to global challenges. Upon graduation as an engineer, you will have the skills to work, for example, in the development of new food products, biorefining, or the design of new environmentally friendly production processes.
The degree program offers two main subjects: bio and food technology, and clean production technologies. The choice of the main subject is made already when applying for the program. During the first two years of study, students from different majors primarily study together but get acquainted with their own major through major-specific courses conducted in laboratories. In the third and fourth years of study, students delve deeper into their own major through studies, internships, and the thesis.
The teaching makes use of campus laboratory facilities, and theory is strongly linked to practice.
Development
Feedback on the implementation of the curriculum is collected from the Degree Programme's Advisory Board, as well as students and partner companies. The feedback on the basis of the curriculum and implementations are developed every year.
Further information
Head of Biotechnology and Chemical Engineering
Jarmo Palm
jarmo.palm@metropolia.fi
Objective
In the common studies of the degree program, students delve into the world of bio and chemical engineering, building a solid foundation for their major studies. At the beginning of the studies, students familiarize themselves with the business aspects of bio and chemical engineering, and as the studies progress, they deepen their understanding of the possibilities within bio and chemical engineering. They also seek innovative technical solutions that can be applied in the development and production of products and processes.
Key areas of competence in the degree program include:
Understanding the diverse behavior of substances and materials, providing insight into how they can be utilized most effectively.
Process expertise and a profound understanding of the operation of production processes, which are crucial for efficient and sustainable production.
Continuous consideration of environmental, health, safety, and quality aspects in all activities.
Integration of principles of sustainable development and circular economy into all activities, guiding towards a more sustainable future.
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| Code | Name | Credits (cr) | 2024-2025 | 2025-2026 | 2026-2027 | 2027-2028 | Autumn 2024 | Spring 2025 | Autumn 2025 | Spring 2026 | Autumn 2026 | Spring 2027 | Autumn 2027 | Spring 2028 | 1. / 2024 | 2. / 2024 | 3. / 2025 | 4. / 2025 | 1. / 2025 | 2. / 2025 | 3. / 2026 | 4. / 2026 | 1. / 2026 | 2. / 2026 | 3. / 2027 | 4. / 2027 | 1. / 2027 | 2. / 2027 | 3. / 2028 | 4. / 2028 |
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| TXM24S1-1001 |
Orientation to Biotechnology and Chemical Engineering
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30 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00BQ17 | Orientation to Field and Studies | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FN64 | Fundamentals of Engineering Mathematics | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FN66 | Fundamentals of Physics | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00EX01 | Fundamentals of Chemistry 1 | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00BU17 | Engineering English and Communication Skills | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00EC47 | Introductory Project and Professional Communication | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TXM24S1-1002 |
Deepening in Biotechnology and Chemical Engineering
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30 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FQ82 | Fundamentals of Chemistry 2 | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FS47 | World of Microbes | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FN65 | Functions and differentials | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FQ18 | From Raw Materials to Products | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00EX26 | Analytical and Organic Chemistry | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FO51 | Applied Project | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TXM24S1-1003 |
Becoming an Expert in Biotechnology and Chemical Engineering
(Choose all ) |
30 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00EX28 | Engineering Chemistry | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FO64 | Beyond the Surface of Foods | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00DJ57 | Statistics and Design of experiments | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FO65 | Industrial Microbiology and Production Hygiene | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00EX31 | Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer Basics | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FN67 | Engineering Physics | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TXM24S1-1004 |
Becoming an Engineer in Biotechnology and Chemical Engineering
(Choose ects: 30) |
30 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00EX32 | Process Design Basics | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00EX35 | Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental Responsibility | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00BP92 | Industrial Business | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00DJ71 | Automation Technology | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00EZ42 | Process Operation Control and Maintenance | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00BP91 | Engineering Swedish | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| XX00EF54 | Finnish as a Second Language: Finnish at Work | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TXM24S1-1018 |
Utilization of Microbes in Production
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20 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FO52 | Gene Technology and Basics in Bioinformatics | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FO53 | Fermentation Technology | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FO54 | Beer Project | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FO55 | Fermentation Processes | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TXM24S1-1019 |
Sustainable Product Development
(Choose all ) |
20 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FO56 | Bioindustrial Processes and Raw Materials | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FO57 | Sustainable Product Development | 10 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FO58 | Sensory Evaluation | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TXM24S1-1020 |
Sustainable Production
(Choose all ) |
10 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FO59 | Packaging Design | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FO60 | Quality and Product Safety | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TXM24S1-1021 |
Innovation Project
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10 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| XX00DZ39 | Multidisciplinary Innovation Project | 10 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TXM24S1-1015 |
Elective Studies
(Choose ects: 15) |
15 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TXM24S1-1016 |
Work placement
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30 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00BQ40 | Work Placement 1 | 15 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00BQ41 | Work Placement 2 | 15 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TXM24S1-1017 |
Bachelor´s Thesis
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15 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| XX00EL75 | Planning of the Thesis Work | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| XX00EL76 | Implementation of the Thesis Work | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| XX00EL77 | Reporting of the Thesis and Maturity Test | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Total | 240 | 60 | 60 | 65 | 45 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 35 | 15 | 30 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 20 | 15 | 10 | 5 | 20 | 10 |
Due to the timing of optional and elective courses, credit accumulation per semester / academic year may vary.
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Ethics
The graduating student adheres to the ethical principles and values of their field of profession, taking the principles of equality and non-discrimination into account. |
| Orientation to Field and Studies |
| World of Microbes |
| Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental Responsibility |
| Industrial Business |
| Automation Technology |
| Process Operation Control and Maintenance |
| Gene Technology and Basics in Bioinformatics |
| Quality and Product Safety |
| Planning of the Thesis Work |
| Implementation of the Thesis Work |
| Reporting of the Thesis and Maturity Test |
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Proactive development
The graduating student is able to develop solutions that anticipate the future of their own field, applying existing knowledge and research and development methods. |
| Introductory Project and Professional Communication |
| Sustainable Product Development |
| Modern Production Plant |
| Ecological Management of Material and Energy Balances |
| Energy-efficient Production |
| Sustainable Production |
| Resource-Efficient Design of a Modern Production Plant |
| Future Production Plant |
| Mechanical Processing of Renewable Raw Materials and Products |
| Phenomena and Reactors in Biochemical and Chemical Engineering |
| Physico-Chemical Processing of Renewable Raw Materials and Products |
| Processing of Bio-Based Materials |
| Multidisciplinary Innovation Project |
| Work Placement 2 |
| Planning of the Thesis Work |
| Implementation of the Thesis Work |
| Reporting of the Thesis and Maturity Test |
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Internationality and multiculturalism
The graduating student is able to operate in multicultural and international operating environments and networks. |
| Engineering English and Communication Skills |
| Engineering Swedish |
| Finnish as a Second Language: Finnish at Work |
| Multidisciplinary Innovation Project |
| Planning of the Thesis Work |
| Implementation of the Thesis Work |
| Reporting of the Thesis and Maturity Test |
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Sustainable development
The graduating student is familiar with the principles of sustainable development, promotes their implementation and acts responsibly as a professional and a member of society. |
| Fundamentals of Chemistry 1 |
| World of Microbes |
| From Raw Materials to Products |
| Beyond the Surface of Foods |
| Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer Basics |
| Properties and Phenomena of Materials |
| Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental Responsibility |
| Bioindustrial Processes and Raw Materials |
| Sustainable Product Development |
| Packaging Design |
| Modern Production Plant |
| Ecological Management of Material and Energy Balances |
| Energy-efficient Production |
| Sustainable Production |
| Resource-Efficient Design of a Modern Production Plant |
| Future Production Plant |
| Mechanical Processing of Renewable Raw Materials and Products |
| Phenomena and Reactors in Biochemical and Chemical Engineering |
| Physico-Chemical Processing of Renewable Raw Materials and Products |
| Processing of Bio-Based Materials |
| Multidisciplinary Innovation Project |
| Work Placement 1 |
| Work Placement 2 |
| Planning of the Thesis Work |
| Implementation of the Thesis Work |
| Reporting of the Thesis and Maturity Test |
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Learning to learn
The graduating student recognises the strengths and development areas of their competence and learning methods, and they utilise the opportunities communities and digitalisation provide in their learning. |
| Orientation to Field and Studies |
| Fundamentals of Engineering Mathematics |
| Fundamentals of Physics |
| Fundamentals of Chemistry 1 |
| Engineering English and Communication Skills |
| Introductory Project and Professional Communication |
| Fundamentals of Chemistry 2 |
| World of Microbes |
| Functions and differentials |
| From Raw Materials to Products |
| Analytical and Organic Chemistry |
| Applied Project |
| Engineering Chemistry |
| Basics of Python Programming |
| Statistics and Design of experiments |
| Industrial Microbiology and Production Hygiene |
| Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer Basics |
| Properties and Phenomena of Materials |
| Engineering Physics |
| Process Design Basics |
| Industrial Business |
| Engineering Swedish |
| Finnish as a Second Language: Finnish at Work |
| Fermentation Technology |
| Beer Project |
| Fermentation Processes |
| Sensory Evaluation |
| Multidisciplinary Innovation Project |
| Planning of the Thesis Work |
| Implementation of the Thesis Work |
| Reporting of the Thesis and Maturity Test |
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Operating in a workplace
The graduating student has versatile working life skills and is able to operate in work communities of their field. |
| Orientation to Field and Studies |
| Introductory Project and Professional Communication |
| Multidisciplinary Innovation Project |
| Work Placement 1 |
| Work Placement 2 |
| Planning of the Thesis Work |
| Implementation of the Thesis Work |
| Reporting of the Thesis and Maturity Test |
| Not grouped |