Course Overview:
Genetic Engineering involves the study and manipulation of genetic material in organisms to enhance or modify characteristics, focusing on areas such as biotechnology, molecular biology, and genetic mapping. The curriculum includes advanced biological sciences, laboratory techniques, and bioinformatics.
Duration:
The course spans 4 years (8 semesters).
Syllabus (Semester-wise):
Semester 1:
Engineering Mathematics-I
Engineering Physics/Chemistry
Basic Electronics and Instrumentation
Introduction to Biotechnology
Cell Biology
Workshop Practice
Semester 2:
Engineering Mathematics-II
Molecular Biology
Principles of Genetics
Microbiology
Engineering Graphics and Design
Environmental Science
Semester 3:
Genetic Engineering Techniques
Bioinformatics
Biochemistry
Human Genetics
Immunology
Computational Biology
Semester 4:
Recombinant DNA Technology
Genomics and Proteomics
Structural Biology
Advanced Molecular Genetics
Elective I (Gene Therapy, Genetic Counseling)
Laboratory Techniques in Genetic Engineering
Semester 5:
Plant and Animal Biotechnology
Stem Cell Technology
Genetic Mapping and Sequencing
Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering
Elective II (Genetic Data Analysis, Pharmacogenomics)
Mini Project
Semester 6:
Genetic Manipulation of Microorganisms
Biotechnology Applications in Healthcare
Molecular Diagnostics
Environmental Genetics
Project Work I
Elective III (CRISPR Technology, Synthetic Biology)
Semester 7:
Advanced Topics in Genetic Engineering (Gene Editing, Genome Sequencing)
Clinical Genetics
Regulatory Aspects in Genetic Engineering
Project Management in Genetic Engineering
Elective IV (Epigenetics, Genetic Epidemiology)
Project Work II
Semester 8:
Industrial Internship/Industrial Training
Final Year Project (Innovations in Genetic Engineering)
Comprehensive Viva-Voce
Elective V (Transgenics, Genetic Disorders)
Average Fees:
The average fee for Genetic Engineering ranges from INR 1,00,000 to INR 4,00,000 per year, depending on the institution.
Exams to Attend:
To gain admission into Genetic Engineering programs, students need to clear national and state-level entrance exams such as:
Joint Entrance Examination (JEE Main)
Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research (IISER) Aptitude Test
Common Entrance Test (CET)
State-specific engineering entrance exams
Top 10 Ranking Institutions in India for Genetic Engineering (Combined Rankings):
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Delhi
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Kharagpur
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Madras
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Bombay
Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Vellore
SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai
Amity Institute of Biotechnology, Noida
Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore
Delhi Technological University (DTU), Delhi
Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani
Top 10 Institutions in Kerala for Genetic Engineering:
Please note that Genetic Engineering is a specialized field, and only a few institutions in Kerala offer it directly. However, related programs like Biotechnology with a focus on genetics may be available in the following institutions:
National Institute of Technology, Calicut
College of Engineering, Trivandrum
Government Engineering College, Thrissur
TKM College of Engineering, Kollam
Rajagiri School of Engineering & Technology, Kochi
SCMS School of Engineering and Technology, Ernakulam
Mar Athanasius College of Engineering, Kothamangalam
Amal Jyothi College of Engineering, Kanjirappally
MES College of Engineering, Malappuram
Federal Institute of Science and Technology (FISAT), Angamaly