Swinburne University of Technology

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Swinburne University of Technology
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Agenda - Assoc Prof Ian Harding

• BioSciences at Swinburne
• - Biomedical Science
• - Public and Environmental Health
• - Biotechnology
• Opportunities for Biotechnology Students
• - Jobs (Careers)
• - Higher Degrees
• Why study Biotechnology at Swinburne?
• - Student Profiles
• - Unique Features
• - Research
• Opportunities at TAFE Kath White

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BioSciences at Swinburne

• Bachelor of Science (Biochemistry/Chemistry)
• Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)
• - Bachelor of Arts (Media Communications)
• - Bachelor of Business
• Bachelor of Science (Biochemistry/Psychology)
• Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science)
• - Bachelor of Engineering (Biomedical Science)
• Bachelor of Health Science (Public and
  Environmental Health)

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Biomedical Sciences
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Public and Environmental Health
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Public and Environmental Health
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Biotechnology
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Biotechnology
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Opportunities for students

• Jobs
• Higher Degrees
• Professional Recognition

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Career Opportunities

• Medical, health
• Agriculture, bioremediation
• Environment, waste treatment
• Wine, beverages, food
• Pharmaceutical, veterinary products
• Clinical Biochemistry
• Research Chemist
• Protein Engineering
• Waste Treatment, biodegradation
• Analytical chemistry biochemistry, forensic
  science

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Higher Education Degrees

• Bachelor of Science (Hons) (Biotechnology /
  Biochemistry)
• Bachelor of Science (Hons) (Chemistry)
• Grad Dip / Masters (Biotechnology)
• Grad Cert / Grad Dip / Masters (Good Mfg
  Practices)
• MSc (Research)
• PhD (Research)

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Professional Recognition

• Eligible to apply for membership of
• AusBiotech Ltd
• Genetics Society of Australia (GSA)
• Australian Society of Biochemistry and Molecular
  Biology
• (SBMB)
• Australian Society for Microbiology (ASM)
• The Royal Australian Chemical Institute (RACI)

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Why Study at Swinburne?

• Student Profiles
• Unique Features
• Research

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Student Profiles

• http//www.swinburne.edu.au/lss - click on Meet
  our Students
• Our Dean Prof Russell Crawford
• David Batty Racing Analytical Services
• Daniel Eldridge Associate Lecturer
• Michele Meilak Overseas Experience
• Lachlan Ciddor Current Student

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Unique Features of Biotechnology at Swinburne

• IBL
• Hands-on approach
• Integration of theory with practice (e.g.
  consumer science)
• Emphasis on research projects
• Problem based learning

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Unique Features of Biotechnology at Swinburne

• Strong international flavour
• Fostering care
• Wide range of student backgrounds
• TAFE articulation

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Research The Source of Melbournes Water Supply
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Biotechnology Research at Swinburne

• Use of chemical biological techniques for
  degradation of starch/ and other plastics.
• Extraction of bioactive compounds from natural
  products and validation of Eastern practices
  using Western techniques.
• Identification of genetic factors determining
  wheat quality
• Removal of heavy metals from industrial wastes
  using bacteria and fungi.

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Biotechnology Research at Swinburne

• The interaction of microbes and particles
  chemical (colloidal) and microbiological
  characterisation.
• Water quality.
• Synthesis of proteins with certain structures,
  properties.
• Cell culture, development of biocompatible body
  tissues/ parts.
• Gold nanoparticles and DNA analysis.
• New materials for biomedical implants.

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Agenda
Why Science at TAFE? Kath White Manager
Industrial Sciences Department Phone (03) 9214
5161

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Science at TAFE

• Practical skills development
• Structured course and small classes
• Selection, assumes no science background
• Progression to degree programs

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After TAFE?

• Employment
• Manufacturing Labs
• Biotech labs
• Analytical labs
• Medical labs
• Confidence in skills development. Graduates know
  their way around a lab

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After TAFE?

• Further study
  
• Entry into degree programs
• 1. Pathways formally negotiated credits after
  Diploma courses
• 2. Entry as Mature age student, usually after
  Certificate IV TAFE programs.
  No formal credits

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Pathways

• Diploma of Laboratory Technology,
• Diploma of Laboratory Technology, specialising in
  Biotechnology
• These courses provide up to one year credit into
  degree programs

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Diploma of Laboratory Technology

• 2 year competency-based training covers the
  following subject areas
• Biological Chemistry
• Molecular Biology
• Biotechnology
• Physiology
• Histology
• Quality Analysis
• Laboratory Computing
• Tissue Culture
• Laboratory Maintenance
• Microbiology
• Occupational Health and Safety

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Diploma of Laboratory Technology

• Work Projects
• Industry based
• Small scale practical project
• Presentation of findings to industry client,
  staff and colleagues
• Eg Seasol potential contamination of product
  with bacteria

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Certificate IV Courses

• Certificate IV in Science (Bridging)
• Certificate IV in Forensic Science
• Certificate IV in Sustainable Enterprise Practices

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Certificate IV in Science (Bridging)

• Suitable for students who require science/maths
  prerequisites for further study
• 1 year course, providing sound basis in
  Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Biology, Computing and
  study skills
• Leads to TAFE or University courses

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Certificate IV in Forensic Science

• Suitable for students interested in policing.
  There are limited employment opportunities
• Chemistry and Mathematics, photography, legal
  studies, crime scene investigation, forensic
  biology
• Pathway to Diploma of Laboratory Technology or
  application to university courses

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Certificate IV in Sustainable Enterprise
Management

• A general course that develops skills in
  interpretation of brown environment
• Environmental systems
• Field work and project work
• New course for 2008, pathways yet to be negotiated

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Summary of Sciences courses at TAFE

• General advice for applicants wanting to do
  science
• For thorough preparation for science courses
  Certificate IV in Science (Bridging)
• For opportunities of employment plus keeping
  pathways open Diploma of Laboratory Technology
• For who want to improve the environment by
  science Certificate IV in Sustainable
  Enterprise Practices
• For investigative work (all science is
  investigative!) and a taste of science
  Certificate IV in Forensic Science
• Interest in fire, safety and science Diploma of
  Fire Technology

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