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Practical Skills for Upstream Bioprocessing

Practical Skills for Upstream Bioprocessing

This 3-day course explores common upstream bioprocessing approaches and practices used in modern biomanufacturing facilities.

 

3 days

 
  • Note: For a limited time, enjoy a 50% discount on this programme as part of our partnership with the RESILIENCE Centre of Excellence for UK Medicines Manufacturing Skills.
 

Course overview

This course is designed for scientists, manufacturing operators, engineers, and managers seeking knowledge of conventional upstream bioprocessing operations and their practical applications in the industry. Delivered alongside our expert industry partners, you will explore core cell culture principles of both adherent and suspension cells, single-use upstream technologies, scale-up strategies, bioreactor design and operation, as well as process control and evaluation.

5 Reasons why you should study this course:

  • Hands-on experience: gain practical skills in cell culture expansion to bioreactors, ensuring a thorough understanding of key upstream processes.
  • Comprehensive knowledge: learn about expression systems and cell requirements, providing you with the essential knowledge needed for effective bioprocessing.
  • Technical proficiency: master cell counting methods, including validation and variation, enhancing your technical skills in monitoring and evaluating cell cultures.
  • Advanced technology: get introduced to WAVE and Xcellerex bioreactors, equipping you with the knowledge of cutting-edge bioreactor technologies.
  • Process control expertise: learn about process control in bioreactors, including PID control loops and process automation, improving your ability to manage and optimise bioprocesses.

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Course details

What you study

> Aseptic Techniques
> Media Development and Preparation
> Cell Thaw
> Subculture
> Environmental Monitoring
> Single Use Bioreactor Bag Setup
> Media Addition and Equilibration
> Bioreactors
> Glass Bioreactor Assembly and Filling
> Static Gassing out kLa Determination

How you learn

Training will be conducted in our Centre of Excellence facility housing cutting-edge laboratory instruments and benchtop-scale processing equipment, allowing delegates to gain vital hands-on practical exposure to industry-standard biomanufacturing processes and procedures.

How you are assessed

No assessment required.

 

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

No formal entry requirements.

 

Employability

Career opportunities

The knowledge and skills gained from this course can aid in the following example roles;

> Manufacturing Operators
> Scientists
> Engineers
> Cell Culture Roles
> Management roles within Bioprocessing

 
 

Part-time

2025-26 entry

Fee for applicants:
£2,250

plus VAT

  • Length: 3 days
  • Start date: 10-12 December 2024

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