Curriculum Overview
The Agriculture program at Iftm University Moradabad is structured to provide a comprehensive educational experience spanning four years. The curriculum integrates foundational sciences with specialized knowledge and practical skills required for modern agricultural practices.
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | AGRI-101 | Introduction to Agriculture | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | AGRI-102 | Plant Biology and Physiology | 4-0-0-4 | - |
| I | AGRI-103 | Soil Science and Fertility | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | AGRI-104 | Chemistry for Agriculture | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | AGRI-105 | Introduction to Environmental Science | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | AGRI-106 | Basic Statistics and Data Analysis | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| I | AGRI-107 | Introduction to Agricultural Economics | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | AGRI-108 | Computer Applications in Agriculture | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| II | AGRI-201 | Crop Production and Management | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-101, AGRI-102, AGRI-103 |
| II | AGRI-202 | Plant Pathology and Entomology | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-102 |
| II | AGRI-203 | Agronomy and Soil Management | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-103 |
| II | AGRI-204 | Plant Breeding and Genetics | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-102 |
| II | AGRI-205 | Water Resources Management | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-103 |
| II | AGRI-206 | Research Methodology and Statistics | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-106 |
| II | AGRI-207 | Environmental Impact Assessment | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-105 |
| II | AGRI-208 | Agri-Information Systems | 2-0-0-2 | AGRI-108 |
| III | AGRI-301 | Plant Biotechnology and Molecular Biology | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-102, AGRI-104 |
| III | AGRI-302 | Sustainable Crop Production Systems | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-201 |
| III | AGRI-303 | Soil and Water Conservation Techniques | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-203 |
| III | AGRI-304 | Agricultural Economics and Policy | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-107 |
| III | AGRI-305 | Precision Agriculture and Remote Sensing | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-205, AGRI-208 |
| III | AGRI-306 | Agricultural Extension and Communication | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-107 |
| III | AGRI-307 | Food Processing and Quality Control | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| III | AGRI-308 | Biotechnology Lab Practical | 2-0-0-2 | AGRI-301 |
| IV | AGRI-401 | Advanced Plant Physiology and Biochemistry | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-102 |
| IV | AGRI-402 | Agricultural Marketing and Trade | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-304 |
| IV | AGRI-403 | Climate Change and Agriculture Adaptation | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| IV | AGRI-404 | Agroforestry and Biodiversity Conservation | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-201 |
| IV | AGRI-405 | Agricultural Risk Management | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-304 |
| IV | AGRI-406 | Digital Farming and IoT in Agriculture | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-208, AGRI-305 |
| IV | AGRI-407 | Research Proposal Writing and Project Management | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-206 |
| IV | AGRI-408 | Mini Project in Agriculture | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| V | AGRI-501 | Special Topics in Crop Science | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-401 |
| V | AGRI-502 | Advanced Soil and Water Analysis | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-303 |
| V | AGRI-503 | Agro-industry and Entrepreneurship | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-402 |
| V | AGRI-504 | Advanced Biotechnology Techniques | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-301 |
| V | AGRI-505 | GIS and Remote Sensing in Agriculture | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-305 |
| V | AGRI-506 | Research Internship | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| V | AGRI-507 | Agri-Finance and Investment Analysis | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-404 |
| V | AGRI-508 | Environmental Ethics and Sustainability | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-207 |
| VI | AGRI-601 | Specialization Elective - Plant Biotechnology | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| VI | AGRI-602 | Specialization Elective - Sustainable Crop Management | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| VI | AGRI-603 | Specialization Elective - Agricultural Economics | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| VI | AGRI-604 | Specialization Elective - Precision Agriculture | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| VI | AGRI-605 | Specialization Elective - Water Resources Management | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| VI | AGRI-606 | Capstone Project Preparation | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| VII | AGRI-701 | Final Year Thesis/Capstone Project | 4-0-0-4 | AGRI-506, AGRI-606 |
| VII | AGRI-702 | Thesis Presentation and Defense | 2-0-0-2 | AGRI-701 |
| VIII | AGRI-801 | Final Internship in Industry | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| VIII | AGRI-802 | Industry Exposure and Professional Development | 2-0-0-2 | - |
Each semester includes a mix of core subjects, departmental electives, science electives, and laboratory sessions to ensure comprehensive learning.
Advanced Departmental Electives
Advanced departmental electives are designed to deepen specialization and enhance practical skills:
- Plant Biotechnology: Focuses on gene cloning, genetic engineering, and molecular diagnostics. Students engage in lab-based experiments involving PCR, gel electrophoresis, and transgenic plant development.
- Sustainable Crop Management: Covers integrated pest management, organic farming, and nutrient optimization strategies using sustainable inputs and techniques.
- Agricultural Economics and Policy: Explores market analysis, agricultural finance, and policy formulation for rural development and food security.
- Soil Science and Environmental Management: Involves soil fertility assessment, land degradation studies, and eco-restoration practices using modern analytical tools.
- Precision Agriculture and GIS: Integrates remote sensing, GPS mapping, and IoT technologies for efficient resource utilization in agriculture.
- Food Processing and Nutrition: Studies food preservation techniques, nutritional analysis, and product development to meet consumer demands.
- Agro-forestry and Biodiversity Conservation: Examines the integration of trees and crops, ecosystem services, and biodiversity management practices.
- Water Resources Management in Agriculture: Analyzes irrigation systems, water conservation methods, and hydrological modeling for sustainable agriculture.
The department emphasizes project-based learning throughout the program. Mini-projects begin in the third year and culminate in a final-year thesis or capstone project. These projects are selected based on student interests and aligned with faculty expertise. Students work closely with mentors to develop research proposals, conduct experiments, collect data, and present findings.
Project-Based Learning Framework
Project-based learning (PBL) is central to the Agriculture program at Iftm University Moradabad. It fosters critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving abilities through hands-on experiences:
- Mini-Projects (Year 3): Students choose from a list of predefined topics or propose their own ideas under faculty supervision. Projects typically last six months and involve literature review, experimental design, data collection, and analysis.
- Final-Year Thesis/Capstone Project (Year 4): Students select a research topic related to their specialization area and work independently with a faculty advisor. The project includes extensive research, data interpretation, and presentation of findings in a formal thesis format.
Evaluation criteria include:
- Research methodology and planning
- Data accuracy and interpretation
- Presentation quality and clarity
- Originality and innovation
- Impact and relevance to real-world applications
The department encourages interdisciplinary collaboration, allowing students to combine knowledge from various fields such as environmental science, economics, biotechnology, and computer science to tackle complex agricultural challenges.