Advanced Study of the Legal, Ethical & Social Aspects of Biotechnology (BIOT8001)
Course level
Postgraduate Coursework
Faculty
School
Chemistry & Molec Biosciences
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Prerequisite
Permission of Director, Biotechnology Program
Assessment methods
Written assignment, seminar
Course enquiries
Dr Steve Reid
This course is not currently offered, please contact the school.
Course description
Study of regulatory issues affecting biotechnology. Biosafety; drug regulation including TGA, FDA & ISO standards; GXP: quality assurance including logistics, techniques, education, documentation, management, auditing, regulatory requirements for research, development and production, trade regulation. Ethical and social impact of biotechnology.