Department of Biotechnology

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  • Introduction
  • Vision
  • Mission
  • Programs Offered

Introduction

Do you want to learn about life's mechanics and how to improve human and animal health, food and nutritional security, energy generation, and environmental quality? The Department of Biotechnology is offering a multidisciplinary BS Biotechnology degree program that has an impact on almost every aspect of modern human life. Students develop a general background in biological sciences, with an emphasis on Genetics, Molecular Biology, and Cell Biology principles.

The biotechnology degree program at University of Narowal provides suitable preparation for a wide variety of careers, including teaching, research, and work with biotechnology industries. Students who graduate from the department of biotechnology will be critical thinkers who can successfully translate modern biological knowledge into useful products for the benefit of society.

We currently offer a 4-year BS in Biotechnology. We intend to offer a MPhil in Biotechnology soon, followed by a PhD in Biotechnology. Additionally, we will offer a BS and MPhil in Bioinformatics concurrently considering the advancement of sequencing technologies and the availability of vast datasets of DNA sequences.

Vision

Vision

We have a long-term vision of enhancing education, innovation, and entrepreneurial activity in the regional and national biotechnology sector.

Mission

Mission

Promote the development and use of current state of the art molecular biology tools to meet regional challenges in agriculture, healthcare, and the environment.

Program Goal

Students who graduate from the department of biotechnology will be critical thinkers who can successfully translate modern biological knowledge into useful products for the benefit of society.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of degree in biotechnology, graduates will:

  • Understand the fundamental principles of genetics, molecular biology, cell biology, DNA manipulation, and bioinformatics.
  • Understand how biotechnology is used to improve agriculture and health sectors, develop novel tools, and protect the environment.
  • Able to work effectively in a laboratory setting focused on biotechnological research.
  • Able to identify ethical and social concerns associated with biotechnological advances.
Course Code Course Title Type Credit Hrs.
SEMESTER-I
BOT-104 Introduction to Biology General Education (Natural Science) 3(2-1)
CHEM-101 Organic Chemistry Interdisciplinary 3(3-0)
GEN-001 Functional English General Education 3(3-0)
GEN-004 Applications of Information & Communication Technologies General Education 3(2-1)
GEN-005 Quantitative Reasoning-I General Education 3(3-0)
GEN-010/ GEN-011 Islamic Studies / Ethics General Education 2(2-0)
Credit Hours 17
SEMESTER-II
BIOT-101 Biochemistry-I Major 3(2-1)
BIOT-102 Microbiology Major 3(2-1)
CHEM-201 Physical Chemistry Interdisciplinary 3(3-0)
GEN-002 Expository Writing General Education 3(3-0)
GEN-006 Quantitative Reasoning-II General Education 3(3-0)
GEN-009 Pakistan Studies General Education 2(2-0)
ISL-106 Understanding of Quran-I Compulsory Minor 1(1-0)
Credit Hours 18
SEMESTER-III
BIOT-201 Biochemistry-II Major 3(2-1)
BIOT-202 Principles of Genetics Major 3(3-0)
BIOT-203 Introduction to Biotechnology Major 3(3-0)
PHY-000 Biophysics Interdisciplinary 3(3-0)
GEN-008 Civics & Community Engagement General Education 2(2-0)
PSY-101 Introduction to Psychology General Education (Social Science) 2(2-0)
ENG-103 Fables, Wisdom Literature and Epics General Education (Arts & Humanities) 2(2-0)
Credit Hours 18
SEMESTER-IV
BIOT-204 Cell Biology Major 3(3-0)
BIOT-205 Molecular Biology Major 3(3-0)
BIOT-206 Recombinant DNA Technology Major 3(2-1)
ENV-301 Climate Change Interdisciplinary 3(3-0)
GEN-003 Entrepreneurship General Education 2(2-0)
GEN-007 Ideology & Constitution of Pakistan General Education 2(2-0)
ISL-107 Understanding of Quran-II Compulsory Minor 1(1-0)
Credit Hours 17
SEMESTER-V
BIOT-301 Epigenetics Major 3(3-0)
BIOT-302 Methods in Molecular Biology Major 3(2-1)
BIOT-303 Biochemical Techniques Major 3(2-1)
BIOT-304 Enzymology Major 3(3-0)
BIOT-305 Bioinformatics Major 3(2-1)
Credit Hours 15
SEMESTER-VI
BIOT-306 Agriculture Biotechnology Major 3(3-0)
BIOT-307 Health Biotechnology Major 3(3-0)
BIOT-308 Microbial Biotechnology Major 3(3-0)
BIOT-309 Genomics and Proteomics Major 3(3-0)
BIOT-310 Biosafety, Biosecurity & Bioethics Major 2(2-0)
BIOT-311 Scientific Inquiry & Research Methods Major 3(3-0)
Credit Hours 17
SEMESTER-VII
BIOT-401 Food Biotechnology Major 3(3-0)
BIOT-402 Environmental Biotechnology Major 3(3-0)
BIOT-403 Immunology Major 3(3-0)
BIOT-404 Artificial Intelligence in Biotechnology Major 2(2-0)
BIOT-4XX Elective-I (Biostatistics) Elective 3(3-0)
BIOT-4XX Elective-II (Forensic Science) Elective 3(3-0)
Credit Hours 17
SEMESTER-VIII
BIOT-405 Nanobiotechnology Major 3(0-3)
BIOT-406 Industrial Biotechnology Major 3(0-3)
BIOT-4XX Elective-III (Molecular Diagnostics) Elective 3(3-0)
BIOT-4XX Elective-IV (Plant Cell & Tissue Culture) Elective 3(3-0)
BIOT-419 Internship Major 3(3-0)
BIOT-420 Capstone Project Major 3(3-0)
Credit Hours 18
Total Credit Hours in 8 semesters : 137

 

Course Code Course Title Credit Hrs.
BIOT-311 Animal Biotechnology 3(3-0)
BIOT-312 Water and Waste-water Treatment 3(0-3)
BIOT-313 Nano Biotechnology 3(3-0)
BIOT-314 Pharmaceutical Biotechnology 3(3-0)
BIOT-405 Molecular Diagnostics 3(3-0)
BIOT-406 Cell and Tissue Culture 3(3-0)
BIOT-407 Molecular Virology 3(3-0)
BIOT-408 Fermentation Biotechnology 3(3-0)
HOD Profile
Dr. Muhammad Salman Mubarik
Assistant Professor
Head Of Department (HOD)
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