Curriculum Overview
The curriculum at Manav Bharti University Solan is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of modern agricultural practices while emphasizing innovation and sustainability. The program spans eight semesters, with each semester consisting of core courses, departmental electives, science electives, and laboratory sessions.
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | AGRI101 | Introduction to Agriculture | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | BIO101 | Basic Biology | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | CHEM101 | Chemistry for Agriculture | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | MATH101 | Mathematics I | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | PHYS101 | Physics for Agriculture | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | AGRI102 | Plant Science Fundamentals | 3-0-0-3 | BIO101 |
| I | LAB101 | Basic Lab Practices | 0-0-3-1 | - |
| II | AGRI201 | Soil Science | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| II | BIO201 | Genetics and Breeding | 3-0-0-3 | BIO101 |
| II | MATH201 | Mathematics II | 3-0-0-3 | MATH101 |
| II | CHEM201 | Organic Chemistry | 3-0-0-3 | CHEM101 |
| II | PHYS201 | Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics | 3-0-0-3 | PHYS101 |
| II | AGRI202 | Agricultural Economics | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| II | LAB201 | Soil and Water Analysis Lab | 0-0-3-1 | - |
| III | AGRI301 | Crop Physiology | 3-0-0-3 | BIO201 |
| III | ENTO301 | Entomology | 3-0-0-3 | BIO101 |
| III | PATH301 | Plant Pathology | 3-0-0-3 | BIO201 |
| III | AGRI302 | Irrigation Engineering | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| III | AGRI303 | Agricultural Extension | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| III | LAB301 | Crop Growth and Development Lab | 0-0-3-1 | - |
| IV | AGRI401 | Precision Agriculture | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI301 |
| IV | AGRI402 | Agricultural Biotechnology | 3-0-0-3 | BIO201 |
| IV | AGRI403 | Agro-ecosystem Management | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| IV | AGRI404 | Agricultural Economics and Policy | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI202 |
| IV | LAB401 | Biotechnology Lab | 0-0-3-1 | - |
| V | AGRI501 | Advanced Crop Management | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI301 |
| V | AGRI502 | Environmental Impact Assessment | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| V | AGRI503 | Research Methodology | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| V | AGRI504 | Agro-industry and Marketing | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI202 |
| V | LAB501 | Research Lab | 0-0-3-1 | - |
| VI | AGRI601 | Capstone Project I | 0-0-6-3 | - |
| VI | AGRI602 | Advanced Irrigation Techniques | 3-0-0-3 | AGRI302 |
| VI | AGRI603 | Climate Change and Agriculture | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| VI | LAB601 | Field Research Lab | 0-0-3-1 | - |
| VII | AGRI701 | Capstone Project II | 0-0-6-3 | - |
| VII | AGRI702 | Sustainable Agriculture Practices | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| VII | AGRI703 | Food Security and Nutrition | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| VIII | AGRI801 | Internship | 0-0-6-3 | - |
| VIII | AGRI802 | Thesis Writing and Presentation | 3-0-0-3 | - |
Advanced departmental elective courses include:
- Remote Sensing in Agriculture: This course teaches students how to utilize satellite imagery and drone data for crop monitoring, yield prediction, and land-use analysis. It covers image processing techniques, GIS integration, and application of machine learning algorithms.
- Data Analytics for Crop Management: Students learn statistical methods, data visualization tools, and predictive modeling approaches to optimize farming practices. The course emphasizes real-time data collection and decision-making processes.
- Bioinformatics in Agriculture: Focuses on the application of computational tools in genomics, proteomics, and metabolomics for crop improvement and disease resistance studies. Students gain hands-on experience with bioinformatics software and databases.
- Agricultural Robotics and Automation: Introduces students to robotics technology used in agriculture, including autonomous tractors, robotic harvesters, and precision spraying systems. The course includes practical sessions on sensor integration and control systems.
- Soil Health and Nutrient Management: Covers soil chemistry, nutrient cycling, organic matter dynamics, and sustainable fertilization practices. Students learn about soil testing methods, nutrient management strategies, and soil remediation techniques.
- Plant Pathology and Disease Management: Explores the causes, symptoms, and control measures for plant diseases. The course includes laboratory sessions on disease identification, fungicide application, and integrated pest management strategies.
- Genetic Engineering of Crops: Focuses on modern biotechnology techniques used in crop improvement, including gene editing, transgenic approaches, and molecular marker-assisted selection. Students gain experience with laboratory protocols and ethical considerations in genetic modification.
- Sustainable Water Management: Discusses water conservation methods, irrigation scheduling, groundwater depletion, and climate resilience in agriculture. The course includes field visits to irrigation systems and water management projects.
- Agro-industry and Marketing: Covers market analysis, branding strategies, supply chain logistics, and e-commerce platforms for agricultural products. Students work on real-world case studies from agribusiness companies.
- Climate Change Adaptation in Agriculture: Explores the impacts of climate change on agriculture and adaptation strategies. The course includes modeling scenarios, policy frameworks, and mitigation techniques for reducing greenhouse gas emissions in farming systems.
The department's philosophy on project-based learning emphasizes experiential education through structured research projects. Students begin working on mini-projects in their third semester, focusing on specific aspects of agriculture such as crop management, soil health assessment, or data analysis for yield prediction.
Mini-projects are evaluated based on scientific rigor, innovation, presentation quality, and peer feedback. The final-year thesis/capstone project involves extensive research, data collection, and analysis under the supervision of a faculty mentor. Students select their projects based on personal interests, industry relevance, or research gaps identified in literature.
Faculty mentors are assigned based on expertise alignment, student preferences, and availability. Projects can be individual or group-based, with group projects requiring collaboration skills, task delegation, and leadership development.