RT journal article
T1 Project-Based Learning in Bioprocess Engineering: MATLAB Software as a Tool for Industrial-Scale Bioreactor Design
A1 González Cortés, José Joaquín
A1 Cantero Moreno, Domingo
A1 Ramírez Muñoz, Martín
A2 Ingeniería Química y Tecnología de Alimentos
K1 active learning
K1 bioprocess engineering
K1 biotechnology
K1 education
K1 innovation
AB The project-based learning (PBL) methodology has proven to be a valuable pedagogical approach in engineering programs for decades. However, a significant gap remains in the application of such methodologies in the field of bioprocess engineering. This study addresses this gap by exploring the implementation and outcomes of innovative PBL methodology in the context of bioprocess engineering education. The educational innovation involved the study of a bioprocess at the industrial scale, which comprises the definition of the culture medium, the operational units of the process, the design of the bioreactor with the assistance of MATLAB software, and the performance of a techno-economic analysis. The results over eight academic years (441 students) demonstrated consistently high average grades in case studies (8.9 ± 0.3 out of 10), indicating successful student navigation of PBL challenges. The students’ positive feedback highlighted the satisfaction and effectiveness of the methodology in promoting collaboration, enhancing comprehension, and preparing students for real-world scenarios. Overall, this study provides valuable insights into the successful implementation of PBL in bioprocess engineering education, highlighting its potential for fostering active learning, practical skill development, and student engagement. These findings contribute to the growing body of literature on innovative pedagogical approaches in engineering education and underscore the importance of ongoing evaluation and refinement for enhancing student learning outcomes.
PB Wiley
SN 1099-0542
YR 2024
FD 2024-12-11
LK http://hdl.handle.net/10498/35892
UL http://hdl.handle.net/10498/35892
LA eng
DS Repositorio Institucional de la Universidad de Cádiz
RD 11-nov-2026