M.Sc. (Medical Microbiology)

Eligibility : Candidates with 50% marks (5% relaxation for reserved categories) in Bachelors Degree in Medical / B.Sc. (Hons.) in Microbiology / B.Sc. MLT / B.Sc. MLS are eligible for admission to this course.

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PROGRAM OUTCOMES (POs) : 

PO1-To offer globally-relevant, industry-linked, research-focused, technology- enabled seamless education at the graduate, postgraduate and research levels in various areas of engineering & technology and applied sciences keeping in mind that the manpower so spawned is excellent in quality, is relevant to the global technological needs, is motivated to give its best and is committed to the growth of the Nation;

PO2-To foster the creation of new and relevant technologies and to transfer them to industry for effective utilization;

PO3-To participate in the planning and solving of engineering and managerial problems of relevance to global industry and to society at large by conducting basic and applied research in the areas of technologies. To develop and conduct continuing education programmes for practicing engineers and managers with a view to update their fundamental knowledge base and problem-solving capabilities in the various areas of core competence of the University;

PO4-To develop strong collaborative and cooperative links with private and public sector industries and government user departments through various avenues such as undertaking of consultancy projects, conducting of collaborative applied research projects, manpower development programmes in cutting-edge areas of technology, etc;

PO5-To develop comprehensive linkages with premier academic and research institutions within the country and abroad for mutual benefit;

PO6-To provide leadership in laboratory planning and in the development of instructional resource material in the conventional as well as in the audio- visual, the video and computer-based modes;

PO7-To develop programmes for faculty growth and development both for its own faculty as well as for the faculty of other engineering and technology institutions;

PO8-To anticipate the global technological needs and to plan and prepare to cater to them;

PO9-To interact and participate with the community/society at large with a view to inculcate in them a feel for scientific and technological thought and endeavour; and

PO10-To actively participate in the technological development of the State of Punjab through the undertaking of community development programmes including training and education programmes catering to the needs of the unorganized sector as well as that of the economically and socially weaker sections of society.

On completion of this particular course, a student will be able to:

  • Semester I

    Course Code Course Title Course Objectives
    MMB-101-21 Human Anatomy and  Physiology CO1-Locate and identify anatomical structures that surround and protect the brain.
    CO2-Identify the ventricles of the brain and describe their function.
    CO3-Locate and identify blood vessels that supply the brain.
    MMB-102-21 Clinical Microbiology CO1-Clinical microbiology focuses on the isolation and characterization of infectious organisms so they can be managed and treated in patients. Infections can be caused by bacteria, fungi, viruses, and parasites.
    MMB-103-21 Clinical Biochemistry CO1-The course aims to provide an advance understanding of the core principles and topics of Biochemistry and their experimental basis and to enable students to acquire a specialised knowledge and understanding of selected aspects by the means of a stem/branch lecture series and research project.
    MMB-104-21 Immunology CO1-Immunology is a diverse and growing discipline that can be defined as the study of the tissues, cells and molecules involved in host defence mechanisms.
    CO2– Immunologists attempt to understand how the immune system develops, how the body defends itself against disease, and what happens when it all goes wrong.
    MMB-105-21 Physiology Lab CO1-To learn the basic skills and practical knowledge of Human Anatomy & Physiology
    MMB-106-21 Clinical Microbiology Lab CO1-To learn the basic skills and practical knowledge of Clinical Microbiology
    MMB-107-21 Clinical Biochemistry Lab CO1-To learn the basic skills and practical knowledge of Clinical Biochemistry
    MMB-108-21 Seminar/Presentations CO1-Develop operational skills. Develop Manipulating skills. Develop observational skills. Develop ability to verify theoretical knowledge.
  • Semester II

    Course Code Course Title Course Objectives
    MMB-201-21 Systemic bacteriology CO1-To teach basic concepts of Systemic Bacteriology
    MMB-202-21 Hematology CO1-To teach basic concepts of Hematology
    MMB-203-21 Medical biotechniques CO1-To teach basic concepts of Medical Biotechniques
    MMB-204-21 Elements of Molecular biology CO1-To teach basic concepts of Molecular Biology
    MMB-205-21 Parasitology CO1-To teach basic concepts of Parasitology
    MMB-206-21 Systemic bacteriology laboratory CO1-To learn the basic skills and practical knowledge of Systemic Bacteriology
    MMB-207-21 Medical biotechniques laboraory CO1-To learn the basic skills and practical knowledge of Medical Bio techniques
    MMB-208-21 Hematology laboratory CO1-To learn the basic skills and practical knowledge of Hematology
    MMB-209-21 Seminar/ workshops CO1-To Develop operational skills. Develop Manipulating skills. Develop observational   skills. Develop ability to verify theoretical knowledge.
  • Semester III

    Course Code Course Title Course Objectives
    MMB-301-21 Virology and Mycology CO1-To teach basic concepts of Virology and Mycology
    MMB-302-21 Biostatistics CO1-To teach basic concepts of Biostatistics
    MMB-303-21 Histopathology and Cytology CO1-To teach basic concepts of Histopathology and Cytology
    MMB-304-21 Fundamentals of Scientific Writing CO1-To teach basic concepts of Molecular Biology and Genetics
    MMB-305-21 Microbial Biotechnology and Quality Assurance CO1-To teach basic concepts of Applied Medical Microbiology and Quality Assuarance.
    MMB-306-21 Virology and Mycology Laboratory CO1-To learn the basic skills and practical knowledge of Virology and Mycology Lab
    MMB-307-21 Histopathology Cytology  Laboratory CO1-To learn the basic skills and practical knowledge of Histopathology and Cytology Laboratory
    MMB-308-21 Minor Project (Bioinformatics and Biostatistics) CO1-The objective of the minor project is to provide an opportunity for students to undertake short research training outside the classroom.
    MMB-309-21 Seminar/ workshops CO1-To Develop operational skills. Develop Manipulating skills. Develop observational skills. Develop ability to verify theoretical knowledge.
  • Semester IV

    Course Code Course Title Course Objectives
    MMB-401-21 Dissertation/Medical Microbiology Training CO1-To work as a consultant in microbiology, you can begin your career as a medical doctor or as a clinical scientist. Medically-qualified doctors need to complete specialty training in medical microbiology and have the option of training further in infectious diseases and tropical medicine.

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