MICROBIOLOGY (BSc)

Overview

The Mission of our department is to contribute to the holistic development of students. The primary objective is to provide an educational and research environment in basic and applied concepts of microbiology relevant to the living systems, environment, and industries. Diverse aspects of science and technology will be utilized to impart fundamental knowledge and to solve challenging problems. The preliminary focus of our department will be to acquaint students with the world of microbiology with hands-on practical training on fundamental techniques of microbiology. Our programme will encompass theoretical and practical aspects of advances in scientific research along with interactive sessions with subject experts and regular industrial visits. This training will enhance the problem-solving capability of students. Research projects will be an integral part of our course which will help our students to think out of the box and work in a team.‎

Educational
Objectives

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The students should have an understanding of the basic concepts and scope of microbiology‎‎
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The course should enable the students to understand the general tools and techniques commonly used in academic or industrial microbiological enterprises.‎‎
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Graduates will be gaining the critical concepts and understanding of the subject that would help them solve the industry related technological problems‎‎
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The course desires to make the students thorough professionals or entrepreneurs engaged in technology advancement or implementation in industry
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The course would enable students to come up with creative or innovative ideas with the hope to create future leaders in the field‎‎
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Students should be able to work with a sense of responsibility towards social awareness and follow the ethical standards in the industry‎‎
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The course would empower students to pursue higher studies, to interact effectively with their peers and society as well as to contribute to the economic growth of the country ‎ ‎

Eligibility Criteria

For Indian and International Students
For pursuing BSc (Microbiology), a candidate must have at least 50% In HSc Science Stream. For International Students, an equivalent qualification is mandatory.

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Fee structure

The programme of Bachelors in Microbiology is of 3 Years comprising 6 Semesters.

For Indian Student (INR)
BSc Microbiology	3 Years	30000/- (Per Sem)

For International Student (USD)
BSc Microbiology	3 Years	1600/- (Annual)

Curriculum

B.Sc. Microbiology Course Details

Sem 1

Sem 2

Sem 3

Sem 4

Sem 5

Sem 6

Sem 1

Subject Code	Subject Name	Type	Teaching Scheme (Hours)			Credits	Theory Marks			Tutorial/ Practical Marks		Total Marks
Subject Code	Subject Name	Type	Theory	Tutorial	Practical	Credits	ESE(E)	Mid Sem (M)	Internal(I) (CSE)	Viva (V)	TW/Practicals (P)	Total Marks
02CR0103	VALUE EDUCATION	Mandatory	2	0	0	2	0	0	0	50	50	100
02CY0103	GENERAL CHEMISTRY – I	Elective	4	0	0	4	50	30	20	0	0	100
02MB0104	BASICS OF MICROBIOLOGY	Mandatory	4	0	0	4	50	30	20	0	0	100
02MB0105	FUNDAMENTAL BIOLOGY	Mandatory	4	0	0	4	50	30	20	0	0	100
02MB0106	EXPERIMENTAL LABORATORY- I	Mandatory	0	0	6	3	0	0	0	50	50	100
02PY0105	FUNDAMENTALS OF PHYSICS	Elective	4	0	0	4	50	30	20	0	0	100
02SL0105	COMMUNICATION SKILLS – I	Mandatory	2	0	0	2	0	30	20	25	25	100
AU0001	NATIONAL CADET CORPS-1	Elective	1	0	2	2	0	0	0	0	0	0

Sem 2

Subject Code	Subject Name	Type	Teaching Scheme (Hours)			Credits	Theory Marks			Tutorial/ Practical Marks		Total Marks
Subject Code	Subject Name	Type	Theory	Tutorial	Practical	Credits	ESE(E)	Mid Sem (M)	Internal(I)	Viva (V)	Practicals (P)	Total Marks
02CR0201	PROFESSIONAL ETHICS	Mandatory	2	0	0	2	0	0	0	50	50	100
02CY0153	GENERAL CHEMISTRY-II	Elective	4	0	0	4	50	30	20	0	0	100
02MB0154	CELL BIOLOGY	Mandatory	4	0	0	4	50	30	20	0	0	100
02MB0155	BIOMOLECULES	Mandatory	4	0	0	4	50	30	20	0	0	100
02MB0156	EXPERIMENTAL LABORATORY-II	Mandatory	0	0	6	3	0	0	0	50	50	100
02PY0191	MECHANICS AND THERMODYNAMICS	Elective	4	0	0	4	50	30	20	0	0	100

Sem 3

Subject Code	Subject Name	Type	Teaching Scheme (Hours)			Credits	Theory Marks			Tutorial/ Practical Marks		Total Marks
Subject Code	Subject Name	Type	Theory	Tutorial	Practical	Credits	ESE(E)	Mid Sem (M)	Internal(I)(CSE)	Viva (V)	TW/Practicals (P)
02MB1202	Microbial Biochemistry	BS	5	0	2	6	50	30	20	25	25	150
02MB1203	Microbial Physiology	BS	5	0	2	6	50	30	20	25	25	150
02CY0201	Chemistry-III	BS	4	0	2	6	50	30	20	25	25	150
01CR0301	CRP	BS	2	0	0	2	0	0	0	25	25	50
02SL0201	English	BS	2	0	0	2	0	30	20	25	25	100
02ES0201	Environmental Studies	BS	2	0	0	2	50	30	20	0	0	100
	Total		21	0	6	24	200	150	150	125	125	700

Subject Code	Subject Name (English)	Teaching Scheme (Hours per week)	Evaluation Scheme					Total Marks
Subject Code	Subject Name (English)	Practical	Assignments	Term-Paper	Term-end Presentation*	Viva**	In-Class Participation	Total Marks
02SL0201	English Through non-fiction (ETNF)	2 Hours	20	20	20	20	20	100

Sem 4

Subject Code	Subject Name	Type	Teaching Scheme (Hours)			Credits	Theory Marks			Tutorial/ Practical Marks		Total Marks
Subject Code	Subject Name	Type	Theory	Tutorial	Practical	Credits	ESE(E)	Mid Sem (M)	Internal(I)(CSE)	Viva (V)	TW/Practicals (P)
02MB1251	Bacterial Systematics	BS	5	0	2	6	50	30	20	25	25	150
02MB0252	Environmental Microbiology	BS	5	0	2	6	50	30	20	25	25	150
02CY0251	Chemistry-IV	BS	5	0	2	6	50	30	20	25	25	150
02CR0401	CRP		2	0	0	2	0	0	0	25	25	50
02SL0251	English	BS	2	0	0	2	0	30	20	25	25	100
	Total		19	0	6	22	150	120	80	125	125	600

Subject Name (English)	Teaching Scheme (Hours per week)	Evaluation Scheme					Total Marks
Subject Name (English)	Practical	Assignments	Term–Paper	Term-end Presentation*	Viva**	In-Class Participation	Total Marks
English for Workplace	2 Hours	20	20	20	20	20	100

Sem 5

Subject Code	Subject Name	Type	Teaching Scheme (Hours)			Credits	Theory Marks			Tutorial/ Practical Marks		Total Marks
Subject Code	Subject Name	Type	Theory	Tutorial	Practical	Credits	ESE(E)	Mid Sem (M)	Internal(I)(CSE)	Viva (V)	TW/Practicals (P)
02MB0301	Bioinformatics & Biostatistics	BS	5	0	2	6	50	30	20	25	25	150
02MB0302	Molecular Biology & Genetics	BS	5	0	2	6	50	30	20	25	25	150
02MB0303	Biochemical Techniques & Instrumentation	BS	5	0	2	6	50	30	20	25	25	150
02MB0304	Microbial Biotechnology	BS	5	0	2	6	50	30	20	25	25	150
	Total		20	0	8	24	200	120	80	100	100	600

Sem 6

Subject Code	Subject Name	Type	Teaching Scheme (Hours)			Credits	Theory Marks			Tutorial/ Practical Marks		Total Marks
Subject Code	Subject Name	Type	Theory	Tutorial	Practical	Credits	ESE(E)	Mid Sem (M)	Internal(I)(CSE)	Viva (V)	TW/Practicals (P)
02MB0351	Fermentation Technology	BS	5	0	2	6	50	30	20	25	25	150
02MB0352	Basics of Immunology	BS	5	0	2	6	50	30	20	25	25	150
02MB0353	Applied Microbiology	BS	5	0	2	6	50	30	20	25	25	150
02MB0354	Dissertation Project	BS	0	0	0	6	0	0	0	50	100	150
	Total		15	0	6	24	150	90	60	125	175	600

Core Courses

Serial No.	Course name
1	Introduction to Microbiology
2	Basic Techniques in Microbiology
3	Cell Biology
4	Biomolecules
5	Microbial Physiology
6	Microbial Biochemistry
7	Bacterial Systematics
8	Environmental Microbiology
9	Molecular Biology & Genetics
10	Biochemical Techniques & Instrumentation
11	Microbial Biotechnology
12	Fermentation Technology
13	Basics of Immunology
14	Applied Microbiology
15	Medical Microbiology

Elective Courses

Serial No.	Course name
1	Communication skills -I
2	Communication skills -II
3	English through friction
4	English through movies

Career Opportunities

Exciting career opportunities exist as researchers in laboratories of various universities & institutes, biotechnology companies, agricultural, veterinary institutes, hospitals, medical schools and a wide variety of other industries ranging from agriculture to the space industry

Clinical Microbiologists at public or private science laboratories and pathology labs at various levels

Research Microbiologists at national and international levels, Industrial Microbiologists at microbiology-based industries like pharmaceutical, dairy, breweries, distilleries, enzyme, etc at different positions

Environmental Microbiologists working for water & waste water treatment plants.

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Student Outcomes

Handling techniques for microbial isolation, cultivation and preservation
Fermentation techniques
Basic Microscopic techniques
Biochemical and Morphological Identification of microbes
Molecular biology techniques
Attain the fundamental and advanced understanding of the underlying principles of microbial life.
Comprehend the deep understanding of microbial cross-talk for the betterment of environment, health and for the production of economically important products.
Acquire the necessary technical and experimental skills of microbiology enhancing their employability in the private and government sectors.
Get trained to qualify National level and International level competitive exams to build their career in the reputed institutes of global importance.
Develop critical thinking abilities by getting exposure to small research projects and internships which will be also instrumental in developing entrepreneurial initiatives.

Fellowship

Serial No.	Student Full Name	Name of Fellowship
1	Bhatt Tirth Chetankumar	DST-Inspire Fellowship
2	Detroja Asmita Manharbhai	SHodh Fellowship
3	Bhimani Avani Maheshbhai	SHodh Fellowship
4	Kothari Dimple Milan	SHodh Fellowship
5	Rinku Manvani	SHodh Fellowship

Lab

Real time PCR machine (Appleid Biosystem)

THERMAL CYCLER (BIO RAD)

GEL DOC SYSTEM (BIO RAD)

SPECTROPHOTOMETER (SHIMADZU)

COOLING CENTRIFUGE (THERMO)

GEL ELECTROPHORESIS (BIO RAD)

MICROSCOPE (CREUZET)

Campus Facilities

Impressive Infrastructure
IT Enabled Infrastructure
Sports Infrastructure
State-of-the-art Classrooms
Hostels with Gymnasium
Library with 50000+ Books
Academic & Cultural Events

HOD's Message

Dr Gaurav Sanghavi (PhD)
HoD, Department of Microbiology

On behalf of faculty members of the Department, it gives me immense pleasure and zeal to welcome you to the Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Sciences, Marwadi University. Department offers excellent teaching/training at all levels including undergraduate (BSc), Post Graduate (MSc) and Doctoral (PhD) Programmes. The Programmes cover a wide variety of topics in microbiology while offering hands-on laboratory training and research projects.

The Department of Microbiology believes in ‘Our Student Our Asset’ philosophy. The department is augmented with qualified faculty members having specializations in diverse fields of Biology. The extensive breadth and scope of our scientific programme acts as a vital component of faculty responsibilities and contributes significantly to scientific teaching. At the department of Microbiology, we thrive to provide learners with best experience by research-led teaching and excellent academic support.

Department looks forward to welcoming you to pursue your academic aspirations.

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