Name of the programme

M.Sc. Microbiology

Scheme and Syllabus of the programme

https://kuk.ac.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Syllabus-I-to-II-Sem.-M.Sc_.-Microbiology-491111-1210-74-100.pdf

PSO (Programme Specific Outcomes)

PSO1

Analyse the fundamental concepts and biodiversity of microorganisms (bacteria fungi, actinomycetes, viruses, algae), enabling critical thinking in different fields of Microbiology. Understand prokaryotic and eukaryotic genetic systems & physiology, metabolism and biochemistry of microorganisms. Acquire basic Microbiology laboratory skills, techniques and expertise in the use of instruments applicable to research, clinical methods and analysis of the observations.

PSO2

Demonstrate the importance of immunity, pathogenesis, cultivation, diagnosis and control of pathogens through therapeutics and prophylaxis in various health and pharmaceutical domains.

PSO3

Evaluate and Identify the needs, potentials and impact of microorganisms relevant to food, soil and agriculture, ensuring environmental conservation and food safety.

PSO4

Design appropriate strategies in bio-processing and fermentation technology, with emphasis to gain familiarity with applications of microbes for industrial production of biomass and synthesis of valuable products through fermentation.

PSO5

Understanding of basics of recombinant DNA technology (RDT) and explore the application of genetic engineering to create GMO, transgenic plants, animals, gene therapy, etc. Apply the concepts of Genomics and Proteomics through analytical, molecular techniques for the betterment of society.

PSO6

– Examine the significance of research using statistical tools and communicate the findings in research forums. Ensure bio-safety and bioethics for social responsibility, environmental sensitization and obtain Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) for various research findings. Apply computing, communicative and entrepreneurial skills for employability and lifelong learning.

PO (Programme Outcomes)

PO1

To acquaint students with recent knowledge and techniques in basic and applied biological sciences.

PO2

To develop understanding of organismal, cellular, biochemical and environmental basis of life.

PO3

To provide insight into ethical implications of biological research for environmental protection and good laboratory practices and biosafety.

PO4

To develop problem solving innovative thinking with robust communication and writing skills in youth with reference to biological, environmental and nutritional sciences.

PO5

To understand applications of biotic material in health, medicine, food security for human well being and sustainable development.

PO6

To impart practical and project based vocational training for preparing youth for a career in research and entrepreneurship in fields of life sciences for self reliance.

PLO (Programme Specific Outcomes)

PLO-1: Knowledge and Understanding

Demonstrate the fundamental and advanced knowledge of the subject and understanding of recent developments and issues, including methods and techniques, related to the Microbiology.

PLO-2: General Skills

Acquire the general skills required for performing and accomplishing the tasks as expected to be done by a skilled professional in the fields of Microbiology

PLO-3: Technical/ Professional Skills

Demonstrate the learning of advanced cognitive technical/professional skills required for completing the specialized tasks related to the profession and for conducting and analyzing the relevant research tasks indifferent domains of the Microbiology

PLO-4: Communication Skills

Effectively communicate the attained skills of the Microbiology in well-structured and productive manner to the society at large.

PLO-5: Application of Knowledge and Skills

Apply the acquired knowledge and skills to the problems in the subject area, and to identify and analyze the issues where the attained knowledge and skills can be applied by carrying out research investigations to formulate evidence-based solutions to complex and unpredictable problems associated with the field of Microbiology or otherwise.

PLO-6: Critical thinking and Research Aptitude

Attain the capability of critical thinking in intra/inter-disciplinary areas of the Microbiology enabling to formulate, synthesize, and articulate issues for designing of research proposals, testing hypotheses, and drawing inferences based on the analysis

PLO-7: Constitutional, Humanistic, Moral Values and Ethics

Know constitutional, humanistic, moral and ethical values, and intellectual property rights to become a scholar/professional with ingrained values in expanding knowledge for the society, and to avoid unethical practices such as fabrication, falsification or misrepresentation of data or committing plagiarism.

PLO-8: Capabilities/ qualities and mindset

To exercise personal responsibility for the outputs of own work as well as of group/team and for managing complex and challenging work(s) that requires new/strategic approaches

PLO-9: Employability and job-ready skills

Attain the knowledge and skills required for increasing employment potential, adapting to the future work and responding to the rapidly changing demands of the employers/industry/society with time.