The Biologics Innovation Facility (BIF) offers hands-on training to technicians, engineers, and scientists looking to advance their skills and knowledge in bioprocessing.
Training programs
Holistic training experience
The flexible design of this facility allows BIF to provide a holistic training experience.
Training courses allow participants to actively apply their knowledge in hands-on lab and pilot-scale experiments with a focus on the emerging trend of single-use technology in biologics manufacturing.
BIF is the only education and training institute in Australasia to deliver the National Institute for Bioprocessing Research and Training (NIBRT) curriculum, in combination with hands-on practical experiences. This offers a unique opportunity for students and biotech companies to upskill their future workforce. All training courses will be delivered at the University of Technology in Sydney.
About NIBRT
The National Institute for Bioprocessing Research and Training (NIBRT) is a global centre of excellence for training and research in biopharmaceutical manufacturing. NIBRT is located in a world class facility in Dublin, Ireland. This facility is purpose built to closely replicate a modern bioprocessing plant with state-of-the-art equipment and enables NIBRT to offer the highest quality training and research solutions. NIBRT’s mission is to support the growth and development of all aspects of the biopharmaceutical manufacturing industry.
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Courses we provide
Introduction to Bioprocessing
Discover the key aspects of bioprocessing underpinning biopharmaceutical manufacturing in this one day course.
Course summary
The advancement of biotechnology has facilitated the innovation of bio-therapeutics addressing current and emerging health concerns. Gain a comprehensive introduction to key principles and techniques fundamental to bioprocessing, exploring the cutting-edge applications of single-use technology in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
About this course
This one day course, featuring NIBRT’s industry-focused training, introduces key processing principles and techniques of the biopharmaceutical industry to participants from a non-biopharma background. This course is designed to expand participants’ knowledge and understanding of foundational aspects of bioprocessing including biopharmaceutical manufacturing, upstream and downstream processes, cleanroom operations, and the emerging trend of single-use technologies.
Course structure
The production of biopharmaceuticals is underpinned by key bioprocessing practices which use living cells to obtain a desired product. The design and modification of the bioprocess enables the industrial production of an array of biopharmaceuticals.
This one day course delivers the NIBRT’s industry training curriculum to provide participants from a non-biopharma background a solid introduction to key principles and techniques in bioprocessing.
In this course, participants will gain comprehensive knowledge on biopharmaceutical manufacturing, including an introduction to key upstream and downstream processes. You will also learn the importance of cleanroom operations in a GMP-lite environment, and understand how single-use technologies are facilitating competitive and economical solutions to bioprocessing.
Key topics covered:
- Introduction to Biopharmaceuticals and Bioprocessing
- Overview of Upstream and Downstream Operations
- Introduction to single-use technologies in Bioprocessing
- Cleanroom Classification and Contamination Control
- UTS Biologics Innovation Facility Overview and Tour
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course the participant will be able to:
- Demonstrate fundamental understanding in the biopharmaceutical industry.
- Describe the unit operations in upstream, downstream biopharmaceutical production process.
- Discuss single-use technology in bioprocessing.
- Understand the need for aseptic processing and environmental monitoring in a cleanroom environment.
Who is this course for?
This course is designed for anyone working or intending to work in the biopharmaceutical and related industries who wish to further their understanding of all aspects of biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
What you will receive
Certificate of Attendance (not assessed)
For full details download the Introduction to Bioprocessing flyer (PDF, 252KB)
Single-use Technologies in Upstream Bioprocessing Operations
Gain hands-on experience with single-use technologies and develop your skills and perspective of upstream bioprocessing.
Course summary
Innovation in the biopharmaceutical industry is driven by adapting fundamental bioprocessing strategies and technologies. This course will introduce you to key upstream bioprocessing concepts and techniques, and bring them into practice through practical experiences operating single-use bioreactors. Explore single-use technology solutions for upstream bioprocessing.
About this course
Single-use technology is widely used within the biopharmaceutical industry and has quickly become a mainstay within the sector as it facilitates faster, secure, and economical biologics production.
This three day course combines the NIBRT industry training curriculum with industry-focused practical training from UTS to provide a holistic introduction to upstream operations, with a focus on single-use technology.
You will gain hands-on practical experience operating both small scale and large scale single-use bioreactors in a GMP-Lite environment.
Course structure
This three day course offers you both a theory and practical learning experience by combining the NIBRT industry training curriculum with hands-on practical sessions from UTS.
You will gain a foundation knowledge of key upstream operations, highlighting the application of single-use technologies in upstream processing. Engage in hands-on practical experiences using aseptic connections, WAVE bioreactor systems, and a traditional upright 200L single-use bioreactor. You will also have the opportunity to prepare and run designed pilot-scale upstream protocols in a GMP-Lite cleanroom environment.
A written assessment will be conducted at the end of the course to certify proficiency in the theory and practical content which has been covered.
Key topics covered:
- Overview of the biopharmaceutical production process.
- Introduction to bioreactor design and operations.
- Single-use technology landscape, applications, advantages, and disadvantages.
- Key upstream operations using single-use technologies.
- Aseptic operation of biosafety cabinets and bioreactors.
- Set up and operation of a 50L WAVE bioreactor system.
- Set up and operation of a 200L single-use bioreactor.
- Mock run of typical upstream processes under GMP-lite cleanroom environment.
Learning outcomes
- Describe the aseptic culturing of mammalian cells from small to large scale.
- Understand the principles and applications of single-use technology.
- Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of single-use technology in upstream processing.
- Practise GDP to complete SOPs, batch records and logbook.
- Demonstrate key procedures in the preparation and operation of a single-use WAVE system and 200L bioreactor.
Who is this course for?
This course is designed for those wishing to increase their knowledge of upstream operations in a modern bioprocessing plant, including:
- Operators
- Technical staff
- Engineers
- Managers
This course is also recommended for individuals that are new to single-use technologies, including:
- Development scientists
- Process engineers
- Manufacturing operators
What you will receive
- Certificate of Attendance
- Letter of Completion
Single-use Technologies in Downstream Bioprocessing Operation
Learn key skills and broaden your knowledge on single-use technologies in downstream bioprocessing.
Course summary
Understanding the fundamental knowledge and skills of downstream bioprocessing underpins innovation in the biopharmaceutical industry. This three day course introduces you to key downstream bioprocessing approaches and techniques. Take a proactive approach in applying these skills to downstream operations. Discover single-use technology solutions for downstream bioprocessing.
About this course
Single-use technology is widely used within the biopharmaceutical industry and has quickly become a mainstay within the sector as it facilitates faster, secure, and economical biologics production.
This three day course combines the NIBRT industry training curriculum with industry-focused practical training from UTS to provide a holistic introduction to downstream bioprocessing operations, with a focus on single-use technology.
Gain hands-on practical experience operating downstream purification processes, including chromatography and ultrafiltration/diafiltration.
Course structure
This three day course offers you both a theory and practical learning experience by combining the NIBRT industry training curriculum with hands-on practical sessions from UTS.
You will expand their knowledge on downstream bioprocessing through theory and hands-on practical sessions exploring aseptic connections, a single-use liquid chromatography system, and an ultrafiltration/diafilatration system.
You will also have the opportunity to practice key downstream bioprocessing principles and skills by preparing and running designed plot-scale protocols in a GMP-lite environment.
A written assessment will be conducted at the end of the course to certify proficiency in the theory and practical content which has been covered.
Key topics covered
- Fundamentals of downstream processing for product recovery.
- Single-use technologies in downstream processes.
- Overview of chromatography.
- Overview of ultrafiltration/diafiltration.
- Viral clearance technologies.
- Preparation and operation of a single-use chromatography system.
- Preparation and operation of a single-use UF/DF system.
Learning outcomes
- Describe the methods available for downstream processing and protein purification.
- Explain the basic principles of chromatography, filtration, and viral clearance in downstream processing.
- Perform the key process operations of a single-use chromatography system.
- Develop the skills to prepare and operate a single-use UF/DF system.
- Practise GDP to follow and complete SOPs, batch records and logbook.
Who is this course for?
This course is designed for those wishing to increase their knowledge of upstream operations in a modern bioprocessing plant, including:
- Operators
- Technical staff
- Engineers
- Managers
This course is also recommended for individuals that are new to single-use technologies, including:
- Development scientists
- Process engineers
- Manufacturing operators
What you will receive
- Certificate of Attendance
- Letter of Completion
If you are interested in any of these courses, please register your interest
