Practical Foundations of Microbiology
Micro-credential
Microbiology is the study of all living organisms that are too small to be visible with the naked eye. It is an important area in pharmaceutical production, as it enhances staff capability and capacity for businesses delving into new food production technologies and manufacturing approaches.
What you will learn
Microbiology is the study of all living organisms that are too small to be visible with the naked eye. It is an important area in pharmaceutical production, as it enhances staff capability and capacity for businesses delving into new food production technologies and manufacturing approaches. This micro-credential prepares learners to engage in pharmaceutical manufacturing by delivering on the learning outcomes specified below:
- identify and describe the different families of micro‑organisms and their functional differences
- understand the variety of sterilisation techniques used to ensure safety and quality in pharmaceuticals manufacturing
- apply sterilisation techniques to eliminate and/or mitigate the impact of different micro-organisms in products for human consumption.
Education Provider | University of Technology Sydney
Industry Partner | Vitex Pharmaceuticals