Innovative Integrated Curriculum in Engineering Biotechnology

摘要

Unique and innovative curriculum in engineering biotechnology has been created at School of Engineering Practice and Technology, Faculty of Engineering, McMaster University. The curriculum was created to address industry requirements for Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) with outcomes dealing with experiential learning and hands-on new technologies in Applied Bioscience, Engineering and Management. The curriculum is formed with 48% Applied Biosciences, 26% Engineering and 26% Management courses, in addition to one-year mandatory co-op on two terms of four and eight months. The curriculum is supported by state-of-the-art labs and two research centers of excellence at McMaster University. The curriculum aims to prepare students for a career in specific biotechnology industries such as: Agriculture, Food, Pharmaceutical, Forensics, Medical, Biofuel, and Regulatory Biotechnology. The curriculum reflects the unique model of Bachelor of Technology/ Biotechnology stream with Engineering, Management, and Technical (Biotechnology) components. Through this interdisciplinary curriculum, hands-on learning and innovative teaching practice, B.Tech. students are inspired to be the best in their field - both in school and at work.