Comprehensive Course Listing Across 8 Semesters
| Semester | Course Code | Full Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BIO101 | Introduction to Biology | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | CHEM101 | Chemistry Fundamentals | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | MATH101 | Mathematics I | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | PHYS101 | Physics for Biologists | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | BIO102 | Cell Biology | 3-0-0-3 | BIO101 |
| 1 | CHEM102 | Organic Chemistry | 3-0-0-3 | CHEM101 |
| 1 | MATH102 | Mathematics II | 3-0-0-3 | MATH101 |
| 1 | PHYS102 | Thermodynamics | 3-0-0-3 | PHYS101 |
| 2 | BIO201 | Molecular Biology | 3-0-0-3 | BIO102 |
| 2 | CHEM201 | Physical Chemistry | 3-0-0-3 | CHEM102 |
| 2 | BIO202 | Microbiology | 3-0-0-3 | BIO102 |
| 2 | BIOT201 | Biochemistry I | 3-0-0-3 | BIO201, CHEM201 |
| 2 | MATH201 | Statistics & Probability | 3-0-0-3 | MATH102 |
| 2 | BIOT202 | Bioprocess Engineering I | 3-0-0-3 | BIO202, BIOT201 |
| 3 | BIOT301 | Genetics | 3-0-0-3 | BIO201 |
| 3 | BIOT302 | Immunology | 3-0-0-3 | BIO202 |
| 3 | BIOT303 | Biotechnology Lab I | 0-0-6-3 | BIOT201, BIO201 |
| 3 | BIOT304 | Bioinformatics Tools | 3-0-0-3 | MATH201 |
| 3 | BIOT305 | Bioprocess Engineering II | 3-0-0-3 | BIOT202 |
| 4 | BIOT401 | Advanced Molecular Biology | 3-0-0-3 | BIOT301 |
| 4 | BIOT402 | Protein Engineering | 3-0-0-3 | BIOT201 |
| 4 | BIOT403 | Drug Discovery and Development | 3-0-0-3 | BIO201, BIOT201 |
| 4 | BIOT404 | Biotechnology Lab II | 0-0-6-3 | BIOT303 |
| 4 | BIOT405 | Environmental Biotechnology | 3-0-0-3 | BIOT302 |
| 5 | BIOT501 | Computational Biology | 3-0-0-3 | BIOT404 |
| 5 | BIOT502 | Nanobiotechnology | 3-0-0-3 | BIOT301 |
| 5 | BIOT503 | Biochemical Engineering | 3-0-0-3 | BIOT305 |
| 5 | BIOT504 | Plant Biotechnology | 3-0-0-3 | BIO201 |
| 5 | BIOT505 | Regenerative Medicine | 3-0-0-3 | BIOT402 |
| 6 | BIOT601 | Mini Project I | 0-0-6-3 | BIOT501 |
| 6 | BIOT602 | Mini Project II | 0-0-6-3 | BIOT601 |
| 7 | BIOT701 | Final Year Thesis/Capstone Project | 0-0-12-6 | BIOT602 |
| 7 | BIOT702 | Industry Internship | 0-0-0-3 | BIOT701 |
| 8 | BIOT801 | Advanced Topics in Biotechnology | 3-0-0-3 | BIOT701 |
| 8 | BIOT802 | Entrepreneurship in Biotech | 3-0-0-3 | - |
The department emphasizes project-based learning as a core component of its educational philosophy. Students are encouraged to engage in collaborative projects that bridge theoretical knowledge with real-world applications. The curriculum includes mandatory mini-projects in the third and fourth years, which involve working on assigned topics under faculty supervision.
Mini Project I (Semester 6) focuses on developing technical skills and applying learned concepts to solve a specific biotechnological challenge. Students work in small groups and present their findings through written reports and oral presentations. The evaluation criteria include innovation, scientific rigor, teamwork, and clarity of communication.
Mini Project II (Semester 7) builds upon the first project by introducing more complex problems requiring deeper research and critical thinking. Projects are often inspired by industry needs or ongoing faculty research initiatives, providing students with exposure to current challenges in biotechnology.
The final-year thesis or capstone project is a comprehensive endeavor that spans the entire academic year. Students select their projects based on personal interests and faculty expertise, ensuring alignment with both individual goals and program objectives. The selection process involves an interview with potential mentors, followed by a proposal submission for approval by the departmental committee.
Advanced Departmental Elective Courses
- Bioinformatics and Computational Biology: This course introduces students to algorithms used in sequence alignment, genome assembly, and protein structure prediction. Students learn to use tools like BLAST, ClustalW, and Galaxy to analyze large datasets and understand the principles of machine learning in biological research.
- Protein Engineering: Designed to explore how proteins can be modified for enhanced function or stability. Topics include directed evolution, rational design, and computational modeling of protein structures.
- Nanobiotechnology: Focuses on the application of nanoscale materials in medicine and diagnostics. Students study drug delivery systems, biosensors, and tissue engineering applications using nanoparticles.
- Biochemical Engineering: Covers the design and operation of bioreactors, enzyme kinetics, and metabolic engineering principles for optimizing biochemical production processes.
- Plant Biotechnology: Explores genetic modification techniques applied to crops, including transgenic plant development, marker-assisted selection, and sustainable agriculture practices.
- Regenerative Medicine: Examines stem cell biology, tissue engineering, and regenerative therapies for treating degenerative diseases. Students learn about clinical trials and ethical considerations in regenerative medicine.
- Environmental Biotechnology: Studies bioremediation techniques, biofuel production, and waste management strategies using microorganisms and biomolecular systems.
- Drug Discovery and Development: Provides insights into pharmaceutical research, including target identification, lead optimization, and preclinical and clinical trial design.
- Biochemical Process Design: Focuses on the engineering aspects of biochemical production systems, including fermentation, downstream processing, and scale-up strategies.
- CRISPR Gene Editing: Introduces the molecular mechanisms of CRISPR-Cas systems and their applications in gene therapy, agriculture, and synthetic biology.