Comprehensive Course Catalog

The following table outlines the complete curriculum for the Agriculture program across all eight semesters, including course codes, full titles, credit structures (L-T-P-C), and prerequisites.

Semester	Course Code	Full Course Title	Credit Structure (L-T-P-C)	Prerequisite
Semester I	AGC-101	Introduction to Agriculture	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-102	Biology for Agriculture	4-0-0-4	-
	AGC-103	Chemistry for Agriculture	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-104	Mathematics I	4-0-0-4	-
	AGC-105	Physics for Agriculture	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-106	Computer Applications in Agriculture	2-0-2-3	-
	AGC-107	Environmental Science	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-108	English Communication Skills	2-0-0-2	-
	AGC-109	Workshop in Agriculture	0-2-0-2	-
	AGC-110	Physical Education & Yoga	0-0-0-2	-
	AGC-111	Introduction to Farming Systems	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-112	Basic Soil Science	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-113	Plant Physiology	3-0-0-3	-
Semester II	AGC-201	Botany	3-0-0-3	AGC-102
	AGC-202	Zoology	3-0-0-3	AGC-102
	AGC-203	Microbiology for Agriculture	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-204	Mathematics II	4-0-0-4	AGC-104
	AGC-205	Statistics for Agriculture	3-0-0-3	AGC-104
	AGC-206	Soil Science & Management	3-0-0-3	AGC-112
	AGC-207	Plant Pathology	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-208	Plant Physiology & Biochemistry	3-0-0-3	AGC-113
	AGC-209	Basic Agronomy	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-210	Agricultural Economics	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-211	Introduction to Farm Equipment	2-0-2-3	-
	AGC-212	Workshop II - Basic Tools	0-2-0-2	-
	AGC-213	Human Anatomy & Physiology	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-214	Crop Production Principles	3-0-0-3	-
Semester III	AGC-301	Plant Breeding & Genetics	3-0-0-3	AGC-201
	AGC-302	Soil Fertility Management	3-0-0-3	AGC-206
	AGC-303	Fertilizer Technology	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-304	Water Resources Management	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-305	Pesticide Chemistry & Toxicology	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-306	Plant Physiology & Metabolism	3-0-0-3	AGC-208
	AGC-307	Agricultural Entomology	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-308	Nutrition & Biochemistry	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-309	Seed Technology	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-310	Agricultural Economics & Policy	3-0-0-3	AGC-210
	AGC-311	Agro-Ecology	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-312	Agricultural Extension	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-313	Research Methodology	3-0-0-3	-
Semester IV	AGC-401	Biotechnology in Agriculture	3-0-0-3	AGC-301
	AGC-402	Agronomy & Crop Management	3-0-0-3	AGC-209
	AGC-403	Soil Microbiology	3-0-0-3	AGC-203
	AGC-404	Pest Management	3-0-0-3	AGC-307
	AGC-405	Plant Pathology & Diagnosis	3-0-0-3	AGC-207
	AGC-406	Genetic Engineering Techniques	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-407	Bioinformatics in Crop Science	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-408	Crop Physiology & Biochemistry	3-0-0-3	AGC-306
	AGC-409	Agricultural Engineering Principles	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-410	Agrochemicals & Formulations	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-411	Farm Machinery & Equipment	2-0-2-3	-
	AGC-412	Workshop IV - Farm Tools	0-2-0-2	-
	AGC-413	Data Analysis in Agriculture	3-0-0-3	AGC-205
	AGC-414	Environmental Impact Assessment	3-0-0-3	-
Semester V	AGC-501	Precision Agriculture	3-0-0-3	AGC-402
	AGC-502	Remote Sensing in Agriculture	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-503	Drones for Crop Monitoring	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-504	GIS & GPS in Agriculture	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-505	Soil Health & Soil Testing	3-0-0-3	AGC-206
	AGC-506	Agroforestry Systems	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-507	Agricultural Water Management	3-0-0-3	AGC-304
	AGC-508	Agricultural Policy & Governance	3-0-0-3	AGC-210
	AGC-509	Biodiversity Conservation	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-510	Sustainable Agriculture Practices	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-511	Crop Improvement Techniques	3-0-0-3	AGC-301
	AGC-512	Food Processing & Preservation	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-513	Advanced Agronomy	3-0-0-3	AGC-402
Semester VI	AGC-601	Agro-Biotechnology Research	3-0-0-3	AGC-401
	AGC-602	Climate Change & Agriculture	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-603	Agro-Economics & Finance	3-0-0-3	AGC-210
	AGC-604	Soil Fertility Management	3-0-0-3	AGC-206
	AGC-605	Advanced Pest Control Methods	3-0-0-3	AGC-404
	AGC-606	Molecular Diagnostics in Plant Pathology	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-607	Genetic Modification & Biosafety	3-0-0-3	AGC-406
	AGC-608	Bioinformatics in Plant Genomics	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-609	Agrochemical Formulations & Delivery Systems	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-610	Agricultural Marketing & Trade	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-611	Agricultural Extension & Communication	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-612	Farm Management & Operations	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-613	Agro-Ecology & Environmental Impact	3-0-0-3	AGC-311
	AGC-614	Research Ethics & Scientific Writing	3-0-0-3	-
Semester VII	AGC-701	Final Year Project I	2-0-4-5	-
	AGC-702	Advanced Crop Science	3-0-0-3	AGC-513
	AGC-703	Agro-Biotechnology Applications	3-0-0-3	AGC-601
	AGC-704	Smart Farming Technologies	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-705	Water Resource Optimization	3-0-0-3	AGC-507
	AGC-706	Climate Resilient Agriculture	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-707	Agricultural Data Analytics	3-0-0-3	AGC-413
	AGC-708	Agro-Economics & Market Analysis	3-0-0-3	AGC-603
	AGC-709	Agrochemical Safety & Regulation	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-710	Entrepreneurship in Agriculture	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-711	Project Management in Agriculture	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-712	Research Capstone	4-0-0-5	-
	AGC-713	Professional Development	2-0-0-2	-
Semester VIII	AGC-801	Final Year Project II	2-0-6-6	-
	AGC-802	Advanced Biotechnology Research	3-0-0-3	AGC-703
	AGC-803	Agro-Business Strategy	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-804	Global Food Systems & Sustainability	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-805	Policy Implementation in Agriculture	3-0-0-3	AGC-508
	AGC-806	Environmental Compliance & Risk Assessment	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-807	Agro-Industrial Innovation	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-808	Rural Development & Community Engagement	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-809	Research Thesis Writing & Presentation	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-810	Internship in Agriculture Sector	2-0-0-2	-
	AGC-811	Capstone Project - Industry Collaboration	6-0-0-7	-
	AGC-812	Final Presentation & Defense	0-0-0-3	-
	AGC-813	Professional Ethics in Agriculture	3-0-0-3	-
	AGC-814	Graduation Ceremony & Alumni Networking	0-0-0-2	-

Detailed Course Descriptions for Advanced Departmental Electives

The department offers a range of advanced elective courses designed to provide in-depth knowledge and specialized skills to students. These courses include:

• Biotechnology in Agriculture: This course explores the application of modern biotechnological tools in crop improvement, disease management, and sustainable agriculture practices. Students learn about genetic engineering, recombinant DNA technology, molecular diagnostics, and bioinformatics applications.
• Precision Agriculture: Precision farming techniques are introduced through hands-on experience with GPS systems, remote sensing technologies, drones, sensors, and data analytics. The course emphasizes how precision agriculture enhances efficiency, reduces input costs, and improves crop yields.
• Remote Sensing in Agriculture: Students study the principles and applications of satellite imagery and aerial photography for monitoring crop health, soil conditions, water usage, and land degradation. The course includes practical sessions on image processing and analysis using specialized software.
• Drones for Crop Monitoring: This elective provides students with knowledge of drone technology and its role in agriculture. Topics include flight planning, camera calibration, data collection, and interpretation of multispectral images to assess crop growth and identify issues such as pest infestations or nutrient deficiencies.
• GIS & GPS in Agriculture: Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) are essential tools for modern agriculture. This course covers spatial data management, mapping techniques, and location-based services that support farm decision-making and resource allocation.
• Climate Change & Agriculture: This course addresses the impact of climate change on agricultural productivity and explores adaptation strategies. Students examine greenhouse gas emissions from agriculture, carbon sequestration methods, drought-resistant crops, and resilience-building measures for vulnerable regions.
• Agricultural Water Management: The course covers irrigation systems, water conservation techniques, watershed management, and efficient water use in agriculture. Students learn about drip irrigation, sprinkler systems, rainwater harvesting, and sustainable groundwater management practices.
• Agrochemical Formulations & Delivery Systems: This elective introduces students to the development of chemical formulations for pesticides, fertilizers, and other agrochemicals. It covers formulation design, delivery mechanisms, safety considerations, and regulatory requirements for agrochemical products.
• Bioinformatics in Plant Genomics: Students gain expertise in analyzing genomic data using computational tools. The course includes sequence alignment, gene prediction, functional annotation, and database management for plant genomes and their applications in crop improvement.
• Genetic Modification & Biosafety: This course examines the ethical, legal, and safety aspects of genetically modified crops. Students learn about biosafety protocols, risk assessment, regulatory frameworks, and public perception of GM technology in agriculture.

Project-Based Learning Philosophy

Our department strongly believes in project-based learning as a core component of academic excellence. Projects are structured to foster innovation, critical thinking, and real-world problem-solving skills among students.

Mini-Projects (Year 1-2)

During the first two years, students engage in mini-projects that allow them to apply theoretical knowledge in practical settings. These projects are typically completed in small groups and focus on specific challenges within agricultural science.

Final-Year Thesis/Capstone Project (Year 3-4)

The final-year project is a significant undertaking where students conduct independent research or work on industry-related problems under the guidance of faculty mentors. The thesis/capstone project requires extensive literature review, experimental design, data analysis, and presentation skills.

Project Selection Process

Students select their projects based on their interests, career goals, and available resources. Faculty mentors are assigned based on expertise areas and research focus. Regular progress meetings ensure timely completion and quality output.

Evaluation Criteria

Projects are evaluated based on several criteria including originality of approach, technical depth, methodology, data interpretation, presentation quality, and contribution to the field of agriculture.