BTLW100079 Diversity of microbial metabolic pathways


Type
course with non-continuous assessment
Semester hours
2
Lecturer (assistant)
Altvater, Martin , Hofbauer, Stefan , Steininger, Viktoria
Organisation
Bioprocess Science and Engineering
Offered in
Sommersemester 2026
Languages of instruction
Deutsch

Content

Continuing the mandatory courses, this lecture offers an in-depth exploration of key biochemical and microbiological processes, with a particular focus on microbial metabolism in both natural and applied contexts. Central topics include complex enzymatic mechanisms and diverse metabolic pathways involved in energy production, biomass formation, and the synthesis of secondary metabolites. The aim is to convey the diversity and complexity of microbial metabolic strategies.

Objective (expected results of study and acquired competences)

Upon completion of the course, students will be able to

- understand and explain complex enzymatic mechanisms and microbiological metabolic pathways,

- describe various strategies of microbial energy production,

- comprehend the synthesis and function of specific metabolic products, including secondary metabolites,

- analyze and evaluate the significance of these processes in ecological and biotechnological contexts.
You can find more details like the schedule or information about exams on the course-page in BOKUonline.