Module: Chemistry of Catalytic Redox Systems (1302-450)

Persons:

• Prof. Dr. Uwe Beifuß (verantwortlich)

Degree Program:

• Food Biotechnology (Master, since 01.10.2013)
  2. Semester, elective
• Food Biotechnology (Master, since 01.10.2016)
  2. Semester, elective

Relation to other Modules:

Successfull completion of 1302-440 (Chemical Analytical Methods) is a prerequisite for taking part in this module.

Prerequisites for Attendance:

Scientific basics in inorganic, organic and analytical chemistryrnrnSuccessful completion of the module Chemical Analytical Methods (1302-440).

Sprache:

English

ECTS:

7,5 credits

Frequency:

every summer semester

Length of the Module:

4 weeks (block 2)

Compulsory assignment:

Regular attendance, lab reports

Module examination:

Oral examination

Length of the examination:

30 minutes

Workload:

56 h attendance + 154 h independent study = 210 h workload

Professional competences:

The students understand principles and concepts related torna) the structure and function of dehydrogenases, oxidases, monooxygenases, dioxygenases and peroxidasesrnb) selective reductions and oxidations using dehydrogenases, oxidases, oxygenases and peroxidasesrnc) the separation of reaction mixtures, the purification and characterization of organic compounds, the analysis and separation of diastereomeric and enantiomeric mixtures.
The students acquire practical skills in a) performing laboratory procedures for synthetic and analytical chemistry, b) safe handling of enzymes, chemicals and instruments.

Key competences:

- Development of organizational skills
- Ability to work safely
- Ability to work independently

Comments:

Maximum number of participants: 8
Please register for this module.

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