Curriculum Overview
The Agriculture program at Iimt University Meerut is meticulously designed to provide a balanced blend of theoretical knowledge and practical experience. The curriculum spans eight semesters, with each semester offering a mix of core courses, departmental electives, science electives, and laboratory sessions.
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Pre-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AGRI-101 | Introduction to Agriculture | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | AGRI-102 | Basic Biology | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | MATH-101 | Calculus and Linear Algebra | 4-0-0-4 | - |
| 1 | PHYS-101 | Physics for Agriculture | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | CHEM-101 | Chemistry for Agriculture | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | LAB-101 | Basic Lab Practices | 0-0-2-1 | - |
| 2 | AGRI-201 | Soil Science | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-101 |
| 2 | AGRI-202 | Plant Physiology | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-102 |
| 2 | AGRI-203 | Crop Production Techniques | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-201 |
| 2 | ECON-101 | Agricultural Economics | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 2 | LAB-201 | Soil Analysis Lab | 0-0-2-1 | AGRI-201 |
| 3 | AGRI-301 | Environmental Impact Assessment | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-201 |
| 3 | AGRI-302 | Sustainable Agriculture Practices | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-202 |
| 3 | AGRI-303 | Irrigation Engineering | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-201 |
| 3 | LAB-301 | Plant Growth Lab | 0-0-2-1 | AGRI-202 |
| 4 | AGRI-401 | Crop Protection Strategies | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-302 |
| 4 | AGRI-402 | Digital Agriculture | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-301 |
| 4 | LAB-401 | Field Crop Trials | 0-0-2-1 | AGRI-303 |
| 5 | AGRI-501 | Agro-Industrial Technology | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-402 |
| 5 | AGRI-502 | Data Analytics in Agriculture | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-401 |
| 5 | LAB-501 | Agro-Processing Lab | 0-0-2-1 | - |
| 6 | AGRI-601 | Climate Change Adaptation | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-502 |
| 6 | AGRI-602 | Post-Harvest Handling | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-501 |
| 6 | LAB-601 | Research Methodology Lab | 0-0-2-1 | - |
| 7 | AGRI-701 | Advanced Biotechnology Applications | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-602 |
| 7 | AGRI-702 | Nutrition and Biofortification | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI-701 |
| 7 | LAB-701 | Molecular Biology Lab | 0-0-2-1 | - |
| 8 | AGRI-801 | Final Year Project | 3-0-0-6 | All previous semesters |
| 8 | AGRI-802 | Capstone Thesis | 3-0-0-6 | AGRI-702 |
| 8 | LAB-801 | Final Project Lab | 0-0-4-2 | - |
The department emphasizes project-based learning, where students engage in mini-projects throughout their academic journey. These projects are designed to simulate real-world scenarios and foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and innovation. Students work in teams under the supervision of faculty mentors and receive structured feedback at every stage.
For advanced departmental electives, students can choose from courses such as:
- Agricultural Biotechnology: This course explores gene editing techniques, recombinant DNA technology, and transgenic crop development. Students learn how to apply biotechnological tools to improve crop yield and resistance to pests and diseases.
- Sustainable Farming Systems: Focused on organic farming methods, conservation tillage, and integrated pest management, this course teaches students how to balance productivity with environmental stewardship.
- Digital Agriculture & Agri-Tech: Students study the integration of artificial intelligence, IoT, drones, and satellite imagery in agriculture. Practical sessions involve using software for precision farming and analyzing agricultural data.
- Climate Resilient Agriculture: This course addresses the impact of climate change on agriculture and explores adaptation strategies like drought-tolerant crops, water-efficient irrigation systems, and heat-resistant varieties.
- Agro-Industrial Engineering: Covers post-harvest handling, food processing technologies, packaging innovations, and supply chain optimization in agro-industries.
- Water Resources Management: Focuses on efficient water use in agriculture, irrigation scheduling, watershed management, and groundwater conservation techniques.
- Soil Science & Land Use Planning: Students study soil properties, degradation mechanisms, land classification, and sustainable land use practices to ensure long-term agricultural productivity.
- Nutrition and Biofortification: This course explores how to enhance the nutritional content of crops through breeding and biotechnology, addressing malnutrition in vulnerable populations.
The final year project is a capstone experience where students select a topic related to their specialization. They work closely with faculty mentors to design and execute research or development projects that contribute meaningfully to the field. Evaluation criteria include originality of approach, methodology, data analysis, presentation quality, and impact on agricultural practice.