SYLLABUS

1. Cell Biology: Cell theory and types of cells (Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic), Structure and functions of cell organelles, Plasma membrane and transport mechanisms, Cell cycle, mitosis and meiosis.
2. Molecular Biology: DNA structure and replication, RNA transcription and translation Genetic code, Gene regulation (operon concept), Mutation and DNA repair
3. Biotechnology: Principles and scope of biotechnology, Recombinant DNA technology basics, PCR and DNA fingerprinting (basic concept), Applications in agriculture, medicine and industry, Bioinformatics basics.
4. Environmental Biotechnology: Ecosystems and biodiversity, Bioremediation, Wastewater treatment, Biofertilizers and biopesticides.
5. Basic Chemistry for Biotechnology: Chemical bonding, pH and buffers, Biomolecular interactions, Basic organic chemistry relevant to biomolecules.