Short Course Programme Chromatographic Methods of Protein Purification (CPD) - Online

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• Objectives
  Aimed at individuals originating from the biomedical sciences, but lacking a bioanalytical background, this course aims to consider both the theoretical principles and practical aspects of the chromatographic separation of proteins and peptides.
• Entry requirements
  Entry requirements
  
  Candidates will normally be expected to possess one of the following qualifications before entry:
  
  
  
  * An Honours degree (at least a 2.2, or its equivalent) in a relevant biological subject from a UK (or equivalent) University
  
  * A professional qualification of equivalent status
  
  * Any other such qualification and experience deemed equivalent in subject content and level of attainment by the Admissions Panel
  
  
  
  In addition a good command of English is essential to enable successful completion of the programmes.
  
  
  
  * The minimum requirement is the British Council IELTS grade 6.5 or its equivalent
• Academic title
  Short Course Programme Chromatographic Methods of Protein Purification (CPD)
• Course description
  What do you study?
  
      * Principles of chromatography. Chromatographic performance parameters (capacity, plate height and resolution)
      * Selection of the appropriate phases for the separation of peptides and proteins
      * Sample and solvent/buffer preparation (solid phase extraction etc.)
      * Protein purification strategy
      * The use of reversed phase, ion exchange, size exclusion, hydrophobic interaction, affinity and mixed mode chromatography to separate proteins and peptides
      * The use of immobilised metal ion affinity chromatography to separate post-translationally modified proteins and peptides
      * An introduction to the apparatus used including HPLC and protein purification apparatus
      * Data analysis
  
  Assessment
  Assessment will comprise completion of a written assignment (60%) and a computer-based test on peptides, proteins and separation techniques (40%)
  
  Why study at Nottingham Trent University?
  Expert tuition by researchers, consultants and professionals.
  
  Four month access to NTU student resources.
  
  Your future career
  
      * This course offers a great opportunity for personal development and career progression.
      * Masters level training in selected advanced topics within the molecular biosciences
      * The learning skills required to apply the techniques acquired to your workplace and/or future careers

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