Sem 3 of B.Sc (Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Chemistry)

Course summary 

          The main objective of this course is to help the students attain the basic knowledge on energy transformations in biological systems as well the key role played by enzymes in metabolisms. To prepare students work confidently on enzyme systems by integrating practical aspects with theory.


Molecular biology explains about the molecular activity in biological species relating to the bio-molecular interactions in the cell including the interactions between the DNA, RNA, protein and biosynthesis as well as the regulation of these interactions. The r-DNA technology is the recombinant DNA technology used as the application tool in various agricultural as well as medicinal benefits by identifying and altering the genes with the help of various enzymatic and recombinant tools

This course is designed to have an understanding of the physical processes in the universe and the physico-chemical properties of inorganic and organic compounds.


The course addresses the English language needs of the students at the undergraduate level. The focus will be upon four categories: Prose, Poetry, Vocabulary, and Grammar.  In addition to these, the last two units focus on developing the writing skills of students by including essay writing and report writing. The content of the text raises questions of how English is used in India versus how it ought to be used and thus engaging the debates about a “standard English” and the need of adapting English to the local cadence and culture of India. Similarly, the British and American variations of the language are included to orient the students to broaden their view of English as an international language. Overall the course will focus upon the critical thinking faculties of the students concerning academic, linguistic, political, literary, and ethical concepts.