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Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
The Animal biotechnology certification course takes the candidates through the fundamentals of Animal biotechnology. The course equips the candidates with the latest knowledge in animal biotechnology. It is a field within biotechnology in which professionals use applications of molecular biology to genetically engineer animals in order to enhance their suitability for applications in agriculture and pharmaceutical industries.
The Animal biotechnology certification by Swayam and Mercy College, Palakkad aims to get the students familiarized with the scientific methods involved in animal biotechnology. The course offers practical sessions along with theory on biotechnology as part of Professionalization. The online course is ideal for teachers, students as well as anyone who wishes to delve into different aspects of molecular biology.
The Animal biotechnology online course takes the candidates through the latest advancements in gene expression, sequencing animal genomes, and metabolic profiling of animal cells. The candidates will learn about Genome editing technologies (CRISPR-Cas systems, TALENS, Zinc Finger Nucleases) which can develop genetic variations in animals. These applications can create healthier animals, enhance agricultural production, and prevent diseases. The course in a nutshell is ideal for those who want to specialize in the field of biotechnology.
The Highlights
- 100% online programme
- 6 weeks elective course
- 4 credits
- Course delivery by experienced Faculty
- Ideal for UG students
Important dates
Course Commencement Date
Start Date : 20 Jan, 2025
End Date : 16 Apr, 2025
Enrollment Date
End Date : 28 Feb, 2025
Certificate Exam Date
Start Date : 17 May, 2025
Programme Offerings
- Online Course
- experienced faculty
- Comprehensive curriculum
- E-certification
- proctored exam
- assignments.
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|
| yes | Mercy College, Palakkad |
Eligibility Criteria
It would be ideal if the candidates have a basic level of understanding of Biology to take this course. However, anyone with an inquisitive mind can take up this course.
Educational Qualification
- The Animal Biotechnology online course is can be taken by UG/PG students. So it is ideal (but not specified) to have a minimum high school education in order to understand basic biology.
Certification Qualifying Details
Candidates who wish to have the certification for the Animal Biotechnology online course should meet the following criteria.
From the 30% weightage in internal assessment and 70% weightage in the main examination, they will need to maintain adequate passing scores.
What you will learn
After the completion of the Animal Biotechnology certification syllabus, the candidates will gain the following knowledge.
- Gene expression
- Sequencing animal genomes
- Metabolic profiling of animal cells
- Genome editing technologies (CRISPR-Cas systems, TALENS, Zinc Finger Nucleases)
Who it is for
The Animal Biotechnology certification course is ideal for professionals such as:
- Biotechnologist
- Research Associate
- Scientist
- Lecturer
Admission Details
The enrollment for the Animal Biotechnology certification by Swayam and Mercyl College, Palakkad has been completed at the moment. Candidates can check the website to find out about the next enrollment and register.
The steps for enrollment are as follows:
Step 1: Visit the course page - https://onlinecourses.swayam2.ac.in/cec25_ma07/preview
Step 2: Sign in/ Sign up on SWAYAM. Candidates can also sign in via Google, Facebook, or LinkedIn.
Step 3: If they want the e-certification, then they will have to check the application form for the same.
Step 4: They will have to pay the specified fees, fill out the application form, and pass the proctored exam which is at the end of the course.
Note: The candidates will only receive e-certification if they meet the criteria given in the final exam.
Application Details
The application form for the Animal Biotechnology certification course requires the candidates to fill in their profiles. If they already are linked with Google, or LinkedIn then they can easily sign in and start learning.
The Syllabus
- Day 1: Module 1- Introduction to Animal Biotechnology- Concept and Scope of Biotechnology
- Day 2: Module 2 - Cloning vectors-I - Cosmids, Phagemids, Lambda Bacteriophage, M13, BAC, YAC, MAC
- Day 3: Module 3 - Cloning vectors-II- Expression vectors
- Day 4: Interaction\Discussion on Module 1, 2 & 3
- Day 5: Assignments
- Day 1: Module 4- Restriction enzymes I
- Day 2: Module 5 - Restriction enzymes types and detailed study of Type II
- Day 3: Module 6 - Gene cloning
- Day 4: Interaction\Discussion on Module 4, 5 & 6
- Day 5: Assignments
- Day 1: Module 7- Gene transfer techniques
- Day 2: Module 8 - Construction of genomic and cDNA libraries
- Day 3: Module 9 - screening of DNA Libraries
- Day 4: Interaction\Discussion on Module 7, 8 & 9
- Day 5: Assignments
- Day 1: Module 10- Blotting techniques I (Southern and Northern)
- Day 2: Module 11 - Blotting techniques II- Western blotting
- Day 3: Module 12 - DNA sequencing
- Day 4: Interaction\Discussion on Module 10, 11 & 12
- Day 5: Assignments
- Day 1: Module 13- Polymerase Chain Reaction
- Day 2: Module 14 - DNA Finger Printing
- Day 3: Module 15 - DNA Micro array principle and technique.
- Day 4: Interaction\Discussion on Module 13, 14 & 15
- Day 5: Assignments
- Day 1: Module 16- Genetically modified organisms-I (Nuclear Transplantation)
- Day 2: Module 17 - Genetically modified organisms-II (Retroviral Method)
- Day 3: Module 18 - Genetically modified organisms-III (DNA microinjection)
- Day 4: Interaction\Discussion on Module 16, 17 & 18
- Day 5: Assignments
- Day 1: Module 19- Transgenic Animals
- Day 2: Module 20 - Applications of transgenic animals I- Production of Pharmaceuticals
- Day 3: Module 21- Applications of transgenic animals: production of donor organs
- Day 4: Interaction\Discussion on Module 19, 20 & 21
- Day 5: Assignments
- Day 1: Module 22- Applications of transgenic animals: knock out mice
- Day 2: Module 23 - Production of transgenic plants- Agrobacterium mediated transformation
- Day 3: Module 24 - Applications of transgenic plants: Insect and herbicide resistant plants
- Day 4: Interaction\Discussion on Module 22, 23 & 24
- Day 5: Assignments
- Day 1: Module 25- Animal cell culture
- Day 2: Module 26 - Expressing cloned genes in mammalian cells
- Day 3: Module 27 - Diagnosis of genetic diseases (Cystic fibrosis, Sickle cell anemia)
- Day 4: Interaction\Discussion on Module 25, 26 & 27
- Day 5: Assignments
- Day 1: Module 28- Recombinant DNA in medicine I- Recombinant insulin & Human growth hormone
- Day 2: Module 29 – Gene Therapy
- Day 3: Module 30 - Animal propagation-– Artificial insemination
- Day 4: Interaction\Discussion on Module 28, 29 & 30
- Day 5: Assignments
- Day 1: Module 31- Conservation Biology I- In vitro fertilization and embryo transfer in humans
- Day 2: Module 32 - Conservation Biology II- In vitro fertilization and embryo transfer in farm animals
- Day 3: Module 33 - Animal diseases need help of Biotechnology- Foot-and-mouth disease
- Day 4: Interaction\Discussion on Module 31, 32 & 33
- Day 5: Assignments
- Day 1: Module 34- Genomic DNA isolation from E. Coli-Practical
- Day 2: Module 35 - Plasmid DNA isolation- Practical
- Day 3: Module 36 - Restriction digestion- Practical
- Day 4: Interaction\Discussion on Module 34, 35 & 36
- Day5: Term end assessment
- Day 1: Module 37 -Restriction Digestion-Practical
- Day 2: Interaction\Discussion on Module 37
- Day 3: Final assessment
Evaluation process
The Animal Biotechnology online course has 70% weightage in the main examination and 30% weightage in the internal assessment.
Note: Kindly visit the official website (link provided above) to check for the commencement of the latest batch, exam dates, exam centers, other details, etc.
Instructors
Mercy College, Palakkad Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
There is a proctored exam and internal assessments. Candidates need to attend and pass them all with the required marks in order to get the e-certification.
It will take the candidates 6 weeks to complete the online course.
It is online mode.
Learners can check their scores on the official website. Here the instructor will put up the scores of lecture-wise assignments. However, the scores will be only accessible after the assignment’s deadline.