Vaal University Of Technology Biotechnology, the information provided below are all the things you need to know Biotechnology

About Department of Biotechnology

The Department of Biotechnology has decisively outlined its vision for becoming a strong and dynamic department, where studies are based on sturdy scientific research at an international level. The department aims to be a partner to industry, business, NGOs and the society.

Our vision is as follows: A department that leads in teaching, innovative applied research and technology application.

Our mission is as follows: The Department is committed to the enhancement of its vision through:

Teaching, Research and Development, and Community Engagement.

The following programmes are offered:

National Diploma, BTech, MTech and PhD.

Biotechnology

Department: Biotechnology

Diploma: Biotechnology

3 Year course

B Tech: Biotechnology

M Tech: Biotechnology

PhD Biotechnology

1. Admission Requirements:

Subjects	Dip: Biotechnology
NSC endorsement	Eligibility for Diploma
Compulsory subjects
English Mathematics Physical Science Life Science	4 4 4 4	Notes 3=40-49% 4=50-59% 5=60-69% 6=70-79% 7=80-89% 8=90-99%
Life Orientation	Max 3
Any other 2 subjects	7
Total	26

2. Curriculum

Semester 1: Microbiology I, Chemistry I, Biodiversity and Ecology, Calculations & Statistics I, English Development, Communication Skills 1 (Model 1)

Semester 2: Microbiology II, Biochemistry II, Analytical Chemistry:  Biological II, Disease & Immune Response III, Basic Computer Skills, English Development (Module 1), Communication Skills 1 (Module 2).

Semester 3: Microbiology:  Biological III, Introductory Genetics II, Microbial Biochemistry III, Fermentation Technology II, Communication Skills (Module 1)

 Semester 4: Food Microbiology III, Analytical Biochemistry III, Quality Assurance 1 (Biological), Bioprocessing III, Entrepreneurship, Communication Skills 2 (Module 2)

Semester 5: Biotechnology Laboratory Practice I

Semester 6: Biotechnology Laboratory Practice II

BTech: 60% average for core Diploma subjects

Masters: 60% for BTech/Hons

PhD: Masters in any Biotechnology-related field

3. What are the functions of a Microbiologist/Biotechnologist?

Quality control in enterprises such as the following:  water purification plants, food processing factories, dairies, pharmaceutical factories, sewerage plants, etc.  Liaise with chemical engineers and technicians in the fermentation and biotechnology industries.

4. Career opportunities

A career as a microbiologist/biotechnologist offers challenging and exciting opportunities in a variety of institutions.  There is a demand for trained microbiologists/biotechnologists.  Job designations may vary from laboratory assistant at the entry level to laboratory technician at the middle level and eventually laboratory manager at the top level.

5. Enquiries

Enquiries may be addressed to:

Head: Department of Biotechnology	Tel: (016) 950-9648;  Fax: (016) 950-9794
Faculty of Applied and Computer Sciences	E-mail: [email protected]
Vaal University of Technology	website: www.vut.ac.za
Private Bag X021
VANDERBIJLPARK 1900