This workshop focuses on hands-on practical exercises covering aseptic techniques, cell thaw and culture initiation, cell counting, metabolic analysis.

Who should take this course?
This workshop is designed for operators, technical staff, engineers, and managers wishing to increase their knowledge aseptic and cell culture techniques in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.

Topics

• Aseptic techniques in biological safety cabinets
• Mammalian cell culture best practices
• Analysis of cell growth and nutrients in culture

Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this workshop attendees will be able to:

• Understand the principles of aseptic techniques
• Describe the practice of culturing mammalian cells in an aseptic environment in small scale
• Count cells using both an automated and manual method
• Interpret the nutrient and metabolite levels of cell culture medium

Delivery

• Delivered in English
• 1-day practical at a CASTL Biomanufacturing Training Facility

Assessment
A competency-based assessment will be done at the end of the course. This will certify proficiency in the theory and practical skills.