MAFATLAL GAGALBHAI SCIENCE INSTITUTE

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B.S. in Biotechnology

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Welcome to the Bachelor of Science (B.S) in Biotechnology program, an interdisciplinary field at the forefront of scientific innovation and technological advancement. This program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles, applications, and ethical considerations of biotechnology, preparing them for dynamic careers in research, industry, healthcare, and beyond.

Eligibility

  • For BS Biotechnology: 12th with Physics, Chemistry and Biology.

Program outcomes (POs)

Program Code
Name of the Program Outcome
Program Outcomes
PO1
Core Biotechnology Knowledge
Gain fundamental knowledge of biological sciences including molecular biology, genetics, microbiology, and biochemistry.
PO2
Technical Skills
Acquire hands-on skills in laboratory techniques, including genetic engineering, bioprocessing, and bioinformatics.
PO3
Research & Innovation
Apply scientific methods to design and conduct experiments addressing real-world problems in healthcare, agriculture, and the environment.
PO4
Industrial & Entrepreneurial Skills
Develop skills to work in biotechnology industries or initiate biotech-based entrepreneurial ventures.
PO5
Communication & Teamwork
Communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats while working independently or as part of a team.
PO6
Ethics & Social Responsibility
Understand and adhere to professional ethics while considering biosafety and environmental sustainability.
PO7
Lifelong Learning
Engage in continuous learning to keep pace with advancements in the rapidly evolving field of biotechnology.

The Program Structure

Year
Semester
Course Type (Credits)
1st Year
Sem-I
Major-1 (4)
Major-2 (4)
Minor-1 (4)
MDC-1 (4)
AEC-1 (2)
SEC-1 (2)
IKS-1 (2)
Sem-II
Major-3 (4)
Major-4 (4)
Minor-2 (4)
MDC-2 (4)
AEC-2 (2)
SEC-2 (2)
VAC- 1 (2)
2 nd Year
Sem-III
Major-5 (4)
Major-6 (4)
Major-7 (4)
MDC-3 (4)
AEC-3 (2)
SEC-3 (2)
IKS-2 (2)
Sem-IV
Major-8 (4)
Major-9 (4)
Major-10 (4)
Minor-3 (4)
AEC-4 (2)
SEC-4 (2)
VAC- 2 (2)
3rd Year
Sem-V
Major-11 (4)
Major-12 (4)
Major-13 (4)
Minor-4 (4)
Minor-5 (4)
SEC-5 (2)
-
Sem-VI
Major-14 (4)
Major-15 (4)
Major-16 (4)
Minor-6 (4)
AEC-5 (2)
Internship (4)
-
4th Year
Sem-VII
Major-17 (4)
Major-18 (4)
Major-19 (4)
Minor-7 (4)
-
OJT/RP-1 (6)
-
Sem-VIII
Major-20 (4)
Major-21 (4)
Major-22 (4)
Minor-8 (4)
-
OJT/RP-2 (6)
-

Course Outcomes

Course Code
Course Name(credit)
Course Outcome
BTM 111
Introduction to Biomolecules
BTM 112
Biotechnology Practicals
MIE-113
Microbial saga: Discovery and Introduction
CHMDC -114
Molecules of life
AEC-115
Language through literature-I
BTSEC -116
Overview on thrust areas of biotechnology
IKS - 117
Indian knowledge system
Course Code
Course Name
Course Outcome
BTM 121
Cell Biology
BTM 122
Biotechnology Practicals
MIE-123
Foundations and fundamentals of Bacteriology
CHMDC -124
Industrial chemistry
AEC-125
Language through literature II
BTSEC -126
Understanding health and hygiene through microbial biotechnology
IKS - 127
Interpersonal skills
Course Code
Course Name
Course Outcome
BTM 231
Genetics
BTM 232
Animal and Plant tissue culture techniques
BTM-233
Biotechnology Practicals
CHMDC -234
Applied Industrial Chemistry
AEC-235
Language through literature III
BTSEC -236
Analytical techniques I
IKS - 237
Environmental sciences
Course Code
Course Name
Course Outcome
BTM 241
Fundamentals of metabolism
BTM 242
Immunology
BTM-243
Biotechnology Practicals
MIE -244
Microbiology Our surroundings
AEC-245
Language through literature IV
BTSEC -246
Analytical techniques II
IKS - 247
Understanding India
Course type and Credit
Course Code
Course Title
Course Outcomes
MAJOR COURSE (Compulsory Credits - 4)
BT-MJ-111
Cell Biology and Genetics
MAJOR COURSE (Compulsory Credits - 4)
BT-MJ-112
Biochemistry
MAJOR COURSE (Compulsory Credits - 4)
BT-MJ-113
Microbiology
ELECTIVE COURSE (Credits - 2)
BT-EL-114
Bioinstrumentation
Ability Enhancement Course (Compulsory) (2 Credits)
AEC115
Language Through Literature-I
INDIAN KNOWLEDGE SYSTEM Course (2 Credits)
IKS117
Indian Knowledge Systems
Course type and Credit
Course Code
Course Title
Course Outcomes
MAJOR COURSE (Compulsory Credits - 4)
BT-MJ-121
Molecular Biology
MAJOR COURSE (Compulsory Credits - 4)
BT-MJ-122
Biostatistics and Bioinformatics
MAJOR COURSE (Compulsory Credits - 4)
BT-MJ-123
Immunology
ELECTIVE COURSE (Credits - 2)
BT-EL-124
Environmental Biotechnology
Ability Enhancement Course (2 Credits)
AEC125
Language Through Literature-II
SKILL ENHANCEMENT COURSE (2 Credits)
DSSEC126
Data Science Tools & Technologies - II
Value Added Course (2 Credits)
VAC127
Interpersonal Skills
Course type and Credit
Course Code
Course Title
Course Outcomes
MAJOR COURSE (Compulsory Credits - 4)
BT-MJ-231
Genetic Engineering
MAJOR COURSE (Compulsory Credits - 4)
BT-MJ-232
Animal and Plant Biotechnology
MAJOR COURSE (Compulsory Credits - 4)
BT-MJ-233
Industrial Biotechnology
ELECTIVE COURSE (Credits - 2)
BT-EL-234
Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
Course type and Credit
Course Code
Course Title
Course Outcomes
MAJOR COURSE (Compulsory Credits - 4)
BT-MJ-241
Research Methodology and Scientific Communication
MAJOR COURSE (Compulsory Credits - 4)
BT-MJ-242
Food and Agricultural Biotechnology
MAJOR COURSE (Compulsory Credits - 4)
BT-MJ-243
Dissertation/Project Work
ELECTIVE COURSE (Credits - 2)
BT-EL-244
Medical Biotechnology

Fee Structure

Self- Finance Programs

Course Name
Fees in Rs. (per Semester)
Total Seats
B.S. Biotechnology
35,000/-
65

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