Module Overview

Fundamentals of Equipment Qualification

This module provides the students with a comprehensive understanding of the

purpose and scope of Equipment Qualification and the regulatory frame work

around Validation. In addition it introduces the student to the Quality Risk

Management

The topics covered in the module include: Pharmaceutical regulation with emphasis

on Facility, Utility and Equipment Qualification , GEP, engineering drawing and

Quality Risk Management,

Module Code

PVT9006

ECTS Credits

5

*Curricular information is subject to change

· History and evolution of Validation, with emphasis on Equipment Qualification

· General Equipment qualification Regulatory Requirements

· GMP, including training of personnel involved in Equipment Qualification

activities.

· Fundamental engineering terminology, documentation, drawings, symbols, GEP –

e.g. P&IDs, critical instrument lists etc.

· Risk-based approach to Equipment Qualification, System Classification, Defining

Systems and system boundaries, Impact assessments

· Planning and programming of Validation exercises, Validation Policy, Validation

Master

· Plans, Validation plans and schedules, with emphasis on Equipment Qualification

· USRs and Life-style approach

· Prerequisites for Equipment Qualification, Calibration and Plant Handover

· Equipment Qualification Procedure and Terminology

· Equipment Qualification Documentation

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Case-studies, webinars, live lectures, pre-recorded videos

Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown %
Other Assessment(s)100