ABOUT CENTRE FOR BIOTECHNOLOGY:
 
The Centre for Biotechnology was established in 1989 with a mission to disseminate knowledge in the field of Biotechnology and allied areas through teaching and learning process.  The department offers Post-Graduate programmes like M.Tech in Biotechnology, M.Sc in Biotechnology and Microbiology & Ph.D in Biotechnology to generate competent human resources. Biotechnology is the thrust area of the 21^st century and is considered the fast growing discipline across the world. The faculty members of the centre are actively involved in both teaching and research.
 
Vision:
 
Imparting technical education that encourages independent thinking develops strong domain of knowledge, hones contemporary skills and positive attitude towards holistic growth of young minds
 
Mission:
 

• Post graduate teaching in the field of Biotechnology to multidisciplinary entrants in a student centric environment for learning and acquiring strong skills in Biotechnology.
• Providing adequate hands on experience to research aspirants in frontier areas of Biotechnology.
• To promote the development of socially and ethically responsible students with strong interpersonal skills.
• Promoting a flexible, adaptive and life-long learning ability among the students.
• Promoting collaborative linkages with Industries and research organizations for knowledge exchange and possible process/product development.

 
Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs):
 
·         PEO1: The graduates of this program will acquire an in-depth knowledge of the different disciplines of biotechnology that will enable them to pursue research or obtain   employment in core biotechnology or its allied sciences.
·         PEO2: The graduates of this program will acquire adequate scientific knowledge and technical skills to comprehend, troubleshoot and design novel processes/technologies for production of innovative products.
·         PEO3: The graduates of this program will acquire competence to collaborate across the disciplines to obtain potential solutions in varying fields like medicine, agriculture and environment.
·         PEO4: The graduates of this program will demonstrate strong professional values and ethical attitude with social and moral responsibility.
·         PEO5: The graduates of this program will acquire scientific knowledge and temperament that will enable them to upgrade their skill set constantly and promotes a lifelong learning.
 
Programme Outcomes (POs):
·         PO1 - An ability to independently carry out research/investigation development work to solve practical problems
·         PO2 - An ability to write and present a substantial technical report/document
·         PO3 - Students will demonstrate a degree of mastery over the area as per the specialization of the program.  The mastery should be at a level higher than the requirements in the appropriate bachelor program
·         PO4 - Engage in lifelong learning, career enhancement and adopt to changing professional and societal needs