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| Course Duration |
The Course shall be of four academic years
duration and conducted in 8 semesters with each semester having
a duration of 16 weeks. |
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| Eligibility for admission |
Pass in 10+2
/ PUC with 45% marks aggregate with Physics & Mathematics
as compulsory Subjects or a Pass in 3Years Diploma in Technical
Education recognized by Department of Technical Education. |
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| Qualifying examinations |
• Karnataka
State Pre-University Board examination / CBSE / ICSE Board examination
• Any other equivalent examination approved by the Visvesvaraya Technological
University. |
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Early
humans recognized that microscopic organisms such as bacteria and
fungi were useful in making cheese, bread, wine, and beer. A giant
step for biotechnology occurred in the 1860s when Gregor Mendel explained
the genetic basis of heredity, thereby providing a scientific foundation
for the rapid improvement of plant and animal species through natural
selection and cross-breeding (hybridization).
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fundamental processes are still being used, but now we have the
ability to select specific genes and manipulate them much quicker
than allowed by traditional methods.
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today the term "Biotechnology" is used in a more
restricted sense to mean the application of molecular biology
techniques to identify genes responsible for particular traits;
to clone, study, characterize, and manipulate them; and finally,
to insert them into different organisms. It's difficult to
imagine an area of agriculture or life that can't be affected. |
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The
Objective
As a branch of engineering, a course in Biotechnology,
to impart knowledge with emphasis on gene cloning, genomics and proteomics, and other basic molecular techniques, to provide students technical skills and hands-on training in bioprocess and downstream processing, chemical engineering and the application of computers in bio-technology |
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The
skills involved
The student becomes well versed in tissue culture techniques - both
plant and animal. Recombinant DNA technology, Enzyme Engineering
and Fermentation Technology are the other areas of skills involved. |
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Career
Opportunity |
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The scope of Biotech Engineering is in varied areas; the
use of advances in molecular biology for applications in human and animal health,
agriculture, environment and specifically biochemical manufacturing. Cell and
Tissue culture would produce a substantial impact on agriculture. Fermentation
processes would lead to production of important enzymes and amino acids. Microbiology
can even be applied for screening, selection and cultivation of cells and micro-organisms.
Manipulation and transfer of genetic material is another exciting area in this
branch of science. Biotechnology will completely transform the practice of
medicine. Biotechnology engineers will have a very important role to play in
this exciting new field. |
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To expose students to various aspects
of biotechnology |
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To prepare the students to face the biotech community with
confidence and competence |
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To develop presentation and communication skills |
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Organization of debates on controversial
topics |
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Visit to research institutions and industries |
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Seminars by eminent scientists and researchers |
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National level symposium |
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Project work and training in futuristic areas in reputed
companies |
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