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ENSMAC
Internal code
PA5MICAL
Description
Microorganisms of industrial interest and their products / Nutrition and trophic types in bacteria
Teaching hours
- CIIntegrated courses16h
Mandatory prerequisites
General microbiology.
Syllabus
Microorganisms of industrial interest and their products:
- lactic acid bacteria, yeasts, molds
- production of high value-added substances (amino acids, vitamins...)
- bioconversion (coupling microbiological and chemical processes)
Nutrition and trophic types in bacteria:
- nutrient and energy requirements of bacteria
- trophic types, metabolic diversity...
- main fermentation pathways
- application to specific microflora in food matrices
- microorganism interactions
Further information
Food microbiology
Bibliography
Madigan,M., Martinko J. (2007). Brock, Biology of microorganisms. (11th edition). Ed. Pearson Education.
Assessment of knowledge
Initial assessment / Main session - Tests
| Type of assessment | Type of test | Duration (in minutes) | Number of tests | Test coefficient | Eliminatory mark in the test | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Final inspection | Defense | 0.33 | ||||
| Semester assessment | Written | 60 | 0.67 |
Second chance / Catch-up session - Tests
| Type of assessment | Type of test | Duration (in minutes) | Number of tests | Test coefficient | Eliminatory mark in the test | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Final test | Written | 60 | 1 |