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Department of Life Scienecs

Bachelor of Science in Microbiology
BS Microbiology
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Bachelor of Science in Microbiology

BS Microbiology (BSMB) is a 4-year (8-semester) full-time degree program. The core concepts are taught and important professional skills are developed through a sequence of core courses, laboratory work, along with the elective courses carefully chosen in view of the fundamental applications of microbiology in the relevant fields. The courses are designed for the students so that they learn the advanced methods in microbiology, laboratory and literature-based research, and develop the concepts and skills to apply their expertise in professional life. The program prepares the students to excel in academia, medicine, industry, and prelude to more advanced degrees.

Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)

The BSMB program aims to prepare the graduates who are expected to:

  1. Demonstrate excellence in profession through in-depth knowledge and skills as microbiologist in industry, academia, and other healthcare sectors.
  2. Demonstrate strong professional ethics, social responsibility, interpersonal and social skills.
  3. Engage in continuous professional development and lifelong learning.

Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

By the end of the BSMB program, the graduates will have the following attributes:

  1. An ability to apply fundamental and specialized knowledge of microbiology to the solution of complex microbiology problems.
  2. Provide professional services in industry, academia, and other healthcare sectors.
  3. Demonstrate competency in laboratory safety and in routine and specialized microbiological laboratory skills applicable to microbiological research or clinical methods, including accurately reporting observations and analysis.
  4. An ability to investigate complex issues in microbiology employing methodical approach including literature survey, analysis and interpretation of experimental data to derive valid conclusions.
  5. Identify problems, explore and prioritize potential problem-solving strategies; and design and implement a viable solution.
  6. Demonstrate management skills and apply microbiology principles to one’s own work, as a member and/or leader in a team, to manage projects in a multidisciplinary environment.
  7. An ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with a range of audience.
  8. An ability to function effectively as an individual as well as a team member to accomplish a task.
  9. Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of microbiology practice.
  10. Recognize importance of, and pursue, lifelong learning and further the body of knowledge in the broader context of development of the profession.

Semester Plan

Course Code Course Name Credit Hours Pre Req
SS104
English-I (Comprehension)
Course Description and CLOs

Course Description

The course aims at learning word order, identification of phrases, sentence structure and paragraph writing. It focuses on understanding English sentence structure to help the students achieve proficiency in language use, develop listening skills, improve reading efficiency, and build up vocabulary.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Practice English correctly in speaking and writing.
  2. Follow English vocabulary and skills to use it in professional life.
  3. Identify common errors usually made by the learners of English as a second language.
3+0 None
SS108
Islamic Studies/Ethics for non-Muslim
Course Description and CLOs

Course Description

The course is aimed to provide basic information about Islamic studies, to enhance understanding of the learners regarding Islamic civilization. Main topics included are introduction to Quranic studies, study of selected text, Seerat of Holy Prophet (PBUH), study of selected Hadith, Islamic history.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Enhance understanding of the students regarding Islamic Civilization.
  2. Improve Student’s skill to perform prayers and other worships to enhance the skill of the students for
  3. Understanding of issues Related to faith and religious life.
2+0 None
MT100
Basic Mathematics
Course Description and CLOs

Course Description

This course focuses on to create a good foundation of mathematics which are essential for a graduate, gives good understanding about the importance of mathematics, and various mathematical tools. The major topics include Numbers and operations, Algebra, Geometry and geometric measurement and Information handling.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Identify and apply basic concepts of real numbers, set theory, algebra, logarithm and probability.
  2. Identify and apply the concepts of Cartesian plane, slope and equations of lines (i.e., straight, parallel and perpendicular).
  3. Solve the differentiation and integration problems
  4. Solve a trigonometric equation.
3+0 None
MB203
Fundamental of Microbiology
Course Description and CLOs

Course Description

This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts of microbiology including microbial diversity, cell structure, function and physiology. This course also discusses growth and nutrition requirement of microorganisms. The main topics include microorganisms and their respective place in the living world, differentiation between pro- and eukaryotic cells, historical development of microbiology and its scope, microscopy, principles and applications of light and electron microscope, morphology, arrangement and detailed anatomy of bacterial cell, bacterial taxonomy and nomenclature, classification of bacteria, growth, nutrition (physical and nutritional requirement and nutritional types, sources of energy, trace elements, growth factors) and reproduction, general methods of studying microorganisms, cultivation, isolation, purification and characterization, control of microorganisms by physical and chemical methods, chemotherapeutic agents and antibiotics, modes of action of antibiotics on microorganisms, basic properties of fungi, protozoa and algae, structure and propagation of viruses and bacteriophages, lab experiments.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Discuss important historical developments in microbiology.
  2. Explain characteristics of different types of microorganisms.
  3. Explain basic techniques of sterilization, culturing, and isolation.
  4. Cultivate microorganism in sterilized conditions.
2+1 None
MB102
Microbial Taxonomy
Course Description and CLOs

Course Description

This course impart students to basic knowledge of naming and classification of microorganisms. It gives a thorough introduction to microbial physiology, taxonomy, and phylogeny. The course includes basic concepts in classification of prokaryotes and eukaryotes, bacterial nomenclature, Enterobacteriaceae, spore formers, Actinomycetes (Mycobacterium & Nocardia), Spirochetes (Treponema & Leptospira), classification of viruses, fungi, protozoa and algae, of Rickettsia, Chlamydia and Mycoplasma, prions and viroids. Lab experiments related to characterization of microorganisms are also performed.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Describe traits and features of diverse microbial groups.
  2. Classify different microorganisms based on classification rules.
  3. Use a suitable tool for taxonomic and phylogenetic placement of microorganisms.
  4. Identify microorganisms by using suitable characterization techniques.
 2+1 None
CS100
Introduction to computing
Course Description and CLOs

Course Description

This course aims to introduce students to basic computing concepts. The major topics include hardware, software, networking, computer security, standard programming practice, flowcharts, database, decision support systems, and other emerging technologies. Essential skills in widely used applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, web development, and databases are developed through hands-on practice.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Understand the basic computing concepts.
  2. Demonstrate problem solving skills using flow charts and algorithms.
  3. Apply the acquired knowledge of computing in real-time scenarios.
3+0 None
Course Code Course Name Credit Hours Pre Req
SS203
English-II (Communication Skills)
Course Description and CLOs

Course Description

The course aims to enhance students’ linguistic command so they can communicate effectively in diversified sociocultural situations and identify as well as repair any instances of potential communication break-up. Topics included are Practice in writing a good, unified, and coherent paragraph, translation skills, skimming and scanning, intensive and extensive, and speed reading, summary and précis writing and comprehension, Letter / memo writing and minutes of the meeting, use of library and internet recourses, personality development.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Communicate effectively using intermediate-to-advanced level English.
  2. Participate in group discussions by attentive listening, questioning to clarify ideas, eliciting responses, or disagreeing in a constructive way.
  3. Develop rhetorical knowledge and critical thinking.
3+0 SS104
MB105
Cell biology
Course Description and CLOs

Course Description

This course revolves around the concept that the cell is the fundamental unit of life. It focuses on the structure and function of the major cellular components. The main emphasis is on mammalian cells. Aspects unique to plant or prokaryotes are also discussed. The key topics include introduction to cell biology, difference between prokaryotes and eukaryotes, physico-chemical properties of protoplasm, ultra-structure, chemical composition and functions of cell wall, cell membrane, cellular organelles mitochondria, endoplasmic reticulum, golgi apparatus, lysosome, glyoxysome, nucleus, ribosomes, cytoskeleton, chemical composition and molecular structure of chromosomes, cell cycle and apoptosis, cell reproduction, signal transduction. Lab experiments related to cell biology are also performed.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Describe cell structure and its organization.
  2. Explain functional role of various organelles.
  3. Explain important cellular processes.
  4. Recognize different organelles of different cell types.
 2+1 None
MB206
Parasitology
Course Description and CLOs

Course Description

This course is intended to introduce fundamental and important aspects of the parasitic morphology, life cycles and pathogenesis. Main emphasis is on clinical aspects of parasites, including the host response to these agents. The main topics include vectors of parasitic infection etiology, life cycle, epidemiology, symptomatology, pathogenisis, treatment, prevention, and control of Protozoa, Entamoeba histolytica, Giardia lamblia, Plasmodium spp, Balantidium coli, Trypanosoma spp, Leishmania spp, Toxoplasma gondii, introduction of Helminthes, Ascaris lumbricoides, Taenia solium & Taenia saginata, Echinococcus granulosus, Hymenolepsis nana, Schistosoma haematobium, Fasciola hepatica. Lab experiments related to basic techniques used to study parasites are also performed.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Explain life-cycle of different parasites.
  2. Explain various parasitic infections.
  3. Demonstrate understanding of different treatment and prevention methods.
  4. Identify parasitic agents using suitable techniques.
 2+1 None
MB107
Biochemistry-I
Course Description and CLOs

Course Description

This course introduces the basic concept of different biochemical processes occurring in the cell and their kinetics involving the role of biomolecules. Mainly the course focuses on the chemical substances and biomolecules. Topics included in this course are the structure and function of important biomolecules such as carbohydrates, monosaccharide, disaccharide, and polysaccharide, lipids, amino acids, proteins and nucleic acids (DNA and RNA), carbohydrates as informational molecules, conjugated molecules, nature, function, classification, nomenclature and kinetics of enzymes.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Describe structures of biomolecules.
  2. Identify different monomers and their respective biopolymers.
  3. Explain chemical and physical properties of biomolecules.
3+0 None
SS118
Pakistan Study
Course Description and CLOs

Course Description

The course aims to develop vision of historical perspective, government, politics, contemporary Pakistan, ideological background of Pakistan. Main topics included are Pakistan and foreign policy, social and political rights, ideological rationale with special reference to Sir Syed Ahmed Khan, Allama Muhammad Iqbal and Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, Contemporary Pakistan, economic institutions and issues, society and social structure, constitutional phases.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Understand Ideology of Pakistan, Educational movement of Pakistan and Land of Pakistan.
  2. Understand political development
  3. Understand the resources of Pakistan.
2+0 None
Course Code Course Name Credit Hours Pre Req
SS211
English-III (Technical Report writing)
Course Description and CLOs

Course Description

The course aims at augmenting students’ proficiency in technical writing to sensitize them to the dynamics, challenges and needs of the modern world characterized by technologically advanced social, cultural and corporate settings. Topics included are presentation skills, essay writing, Descriptive, narrative, discursive, argumentative, academic writing, technical report writing.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate proficiency in writing memos, proposal, covering letter, enquiry letter, job application letter, acceptance letter, business letter, short report, long report etc.
  2. Use a standard word processing along with a referencing tool for report writing.
  3. Learn techniques to facilitate effective interpersonal and interactive communication.
3+0 SS203
MB207
Biochemistry-II
Course Description and CLOs

Course Description

This course will provide a comprehensive knowledge about the polymeric biomolecules, dynamics of different biochemical processes and energy generation. The course contents of this course include metabolism of carbohydrate (glycolysis, gluconeogenesis, biosynthesis and breakdown of glycogen in animals, regulation of glycogen metabolism), lipids (biosynthesis of lipids, mobilization and transport of fats, biosynthesis of fatty acids, biosynthesis of triacylglycerols, membrane phospholipids, cholesterol and steroids), proteins (biosynthesis of amino acids, integration and hormonal regulation of mammalian metabolism), bioenergetics and thermodynamics, electron transport chain and oxidative phosphorylation in mitochondria and photosynthesis. Lab experiments related to isolation, purification and analysis of proteins are also performed.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Explain the metabolic processes and flow of energy of living organisms.
  2. Identify metabolic pathways associated biomolecules.
  3. Explain the functions of enzymes and catalysis.
  4. Extract and quantify biomolecules by using suitable techniques.
 2+1 MB107
SS216
Introduction to Sociology
Course Description and CLOs

Course Description

The course is designed to introduce the students with sociological concepts and the discipline. Main topics included are sociology, the science of society, scope and significance, fields of sociology, sociology and other social sciences, social processes, social structure, status, roles, power, authority, role allocation, cultural Lag, cultural variation, social change, Social organization, human ecology.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Identify and apply the main sociological theoretical frameworks to analyze social stratification based on race, ethnicity, gender, social class.
  2. Recognize the various social problems that exist in the Pakistani society, define illiteracy, discuss the causes of illiteracy, and suggest remedies to counter the problem of illiteracy in Pakistan.
  3. Identify different social movements addressing social and economic justice.
3+0 None
MB208
Microbial Anatomy and Physiology
Course Description and CLOs

Course Description

The course is designed to introduce understanding of cell structure, growth factors, metabolism and genetic compositions of microorganisms. It also provides information on sources of energy and its utilization by microorganisms. The course includes study of the bacterial cell structure and function, study of cell structure for other microorganisms (such as archaea, fungi, protozoa and algae), bacterial growth in both batched and continuous bacterial cultures, environmental factors that influence bacterial growth and physiological adaptations of microorganisms to various environmental factors, microbial cellular metabolism including various pathways for energy production ( aerobic- and anaerobic- respiration, fermentation, chemolithoautotrophic and bacterial phototrophic metabolism), lab experiments.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Describe basic cellular components of microbial cell.
  2. Explain physiological processes of different microorganisms.
  3. Cultivate microorganisms under various physiological factors.
2+1 None
MB212 Principle of Virology 3+0 None
MB316 Soil Microbiology 2+1 None
Course Code Course Name Credit Hours Pre Req
MB217
Molecular Biology
Course Description and CLOs

Course Description

This course explores the interface between genetics and biochemistry. It deals with important concepts underlying nucleic acids interaction and biological processes essential for the cell's functions and maintenance. The topics include introduction to molecular biology and history, structure of chromosomes, evolution of genomes (nuclear and organelle genome), central dogma of molecular biology, DNA replication, transcription, translation, DNA repair including description of types of DNA damage, DNA recombination, transposable DNA elements, lab practicals.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Discuss evolutionary history of genomes.
  2. Explain structure and functions of nucleic acids.
  3. Explain central dogma of molecular biology.
  4. Isolate nucleic acids from different sources.
 2+1 None
MB216
Mycology
Course Description and CLOs

Course Description

The course introduces fundamental concepts of fungal morphology, distribution in nature and their positive and negative roles in life. It particularly touches upon genetic and biochemical properties, taxonomy and their use to humans. Main topics include introduction to mycology, fundamentals of fungal classification, structure, development and physiology of fungi, physical and nutritional factors affecting the growth of fungi, reproduction in fungi, fungal metabolism, economic impact of fungal plant, animal and human diseases and their control, mycotoxins, use of fungi in biotechnology, edible fungi. Lab experiments are also performed related to mycology.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Describe the distribution and classification of fungi.
  2. Discuss biotic and abiotic impact of fungi.
  3. Explain the life cycle of pathogenic fungi.
  4. Isolate and identify fungi from different sources.
 2+1 None
MB205
Enzymology
Course Description and CLOs

Course Description

This course introduces students to importance of enzymes via the relationship between structure and function. It particularly imparts knowledge of enzyme kinetics, the mechanisms of enzyme catalysis, and enzymatic regulation. The main topics include isoenzymes, coenzymes and role of cofactor, structure of enzyme, active site and regulatory sites, enzyme specificity and different types, kinetics of chemical reactions, Michaelis-Menten equation and other models used to understand kinetics, multienzyme system and two substrate reactions, enzyme Inhibition and types of inhibition, ribozyme, enzyme catalysis, catalytic strategies and mechanisms of different enzymes, regulation of enzyme activity, effect of various factors on rate of reactions, enzyme assays, immobilized enzyme, applications of enzymes. Experimental work related to enzymology is performed.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Explain catalytic properties and mechanisms of enzyme action.
  2. Discuss effect of various factors on enzyme activity.
  3. Compare kinetics of enzymatic reactions.
  4. Interpret the effect of different factors on enzyme activity.
 2+1 None
MB223
Immunology
Course Description and CLOs

Course Description

This course introduces a detailed description of the immune response made in humans to foreign antigens. It covers in detail innate and adaptive immune response by the body. Main topics include immune system, the immunocompetent cells, antigen, antibody induction and production, role of T-cells and immunoglobulins in the immune response, manifestations of antigen-antibody reactions, cellular immune response and its characterization, ELISA, RIA, immunofluorescence and immunoblotting, immuno-suppression.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Describe structure and functions of the immune system.
  2. Explain cellular immune responses against different diseases.
  3. Relate different immunoassay techniques with their applications in clinical studies.
3+0 None
MB312 Introduction to Cells and Tissue Culture 2+1 MB105
MT210
Statistics and Probability
Course Description and CLOs

Course Description

This course provides basic concepts of biostatistics. Main topics included are selection of appropriate statistical techniques to address questions of medical relevance, select and apply appropriate statistical techniques for managing common types of medical data, use various software packages for statistical analysis and data management, interpret the results of statistical analyses and critically evaluate the use of statistics in the medical literature, communicate effectively with statisticians and the wider medical community, in writing and orally through presentation of results of statistical analyses, explore current and anticipated developments in medical statistics.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Define the principal concepts about biostatistics
  2. Recognize the definition of statistics and its relation with the other sciences.
  3. Collect of data relating to variable/variables which will be examined and calculate descriptive statistics from these data.
  4. Define the principal concepts of probability
  5. Identify distribution from relating to the variables
  6. Describe concepts of sampling theory.
 3+0 MT100
Course Code Course Name Credit Hours Pre Req
MB219 Medical Microbiology 3+0 None
MB304 Biotechnology 3+0 None
MB318 Food and Dairy Microbiology 3+0 None
MB346 Bioinformatics 2+1 None
MB314
Industrial Microbiology
Course Description and CLOs

Course Description

This course outlines scientific basis of microbiology to create industrial products in mass quantities. It mainly focuses on fermentation and downstream processes in manufacturing large-scale industrial products. Topics include fermentation technology, culture and screening of biotechnologically important microorganisms, food processing, food manufacture, preservation, environmental quality and sanitation, microbial fermentations organic acids -Citric, lactic and acetic acid, organic solvents - acetone, butanol and ethanol, microbial enzymes: amylases, amino acids: lysine and glutamic acid, scope of fermentation biotechnology.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Explain upstream and downstream industrial processes.
  2. Compare fermentation methods for commercially important products.
 3+0 None
MB317
Environmental Microbiology and Public Health
Course Description and CLOs

Course Description

This course imparts understanding of microbial interactions and microbial processes in the environment. It mainly deals with ecology and bioremediation along with epidemiology of common diseases. Topics included are microbiology of water including water pollution, detection and elimination of polluting bacteria from waters, water purification by various means, microbiology of wastewater including disposal and treatment, microbiology of food and milk pertaining to public health, prevention and control of epidemic diseases, prophylactic measures and vaccines, bioremediation, environmental diseases, nosocomial and community acquired infection biomonitoring, national and international standards for monitoring the environment., biosensors and bioindicators, surveillance of epidemics through GIS, environmental Laws and Regulations. Lab experiments related to the course are also performed.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Discuss distribution of microbes in environment.
  2. Describe various bioremediation methods.
  3. Explain epidemiology of different diseases.
  4. Isolate microorganism from various environmental samples.
 2+1 None
Course Code Course Name Credit Hours Pre Req
MB313 Clinical Bacteriology 3+0 None
MB402
Antimicrobial antiviral Agents
Course Description and CLOs

Course Description

This course introduces major classes of antimicrobial agents, mechanism of action and development of microbial resistance. This course explores antimicrobial of natural, semisynthetic, or synthetic origin where relevant. The main topics include classification of antiviral drugs based upon mechanism of action and site of infection, antiviral therapies, mode of actions of various antivirals, drugs that inhibit attachment, penetration, uncoating, and DNA replication, problems of antiviral therapies/ adverse effects of antivirals, side effects of various antiviral drugs, targets of antivirals interventions, virus effecting hepatic, respiratory tract, integumentary and immune system, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of antiviral drugs, drugs mechanisms, absorption, metabolism and adverse effects, lab practicals.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Explain pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics of antiviral therapy.
  2. Describe the transmission of drug resistance genes and resistant pathogens in the environment and clinical settings.
  3. Demonstrate understanding of virus control.
  4. Interpret antimicrobial tests in the laboratory.
2+1 None
MB426
Infectious Disease Diagnostics
Course Description and CLOs

Course Description

This course aims to provide basic knowledge of detection and identification methods of infectious agents along with general principles of communicable diseases. The main topics include infectious disease process-chain of infection, culture media for bacterial and fungal isolation and growth, general purpose, selective and differential media, staining for parasites, bacterial pathogens, fungal pathogens, uses, precautions, smear preparation protocols for staining, microscope compound and fluorescent, bacterial identification biochemical test, ELISA, PCR, clinical specimen collection, labeling, transportation of laboratory specimens.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Explain general principals of communicable diseases.
  2. Describe sample collection procedures and diagnostic methods.
  3. Compare different identification methods of infectious agents.
2+1 None
MG403
Entrepreneurship
Course Description and CLOs

Course Description

This course has been designed to provide the participants with an overall understanding of the concept of entrepreneurship and small business management. The course emphasizes the entrepreneurial process and the application of this process to a broad range of business contexts. Major contents of the course include, an overview of entrepreneurship, idea generation, industrial competitiveness, marketing, financial and legal modalities, strategic growth and business plan development

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Recognize the nature of entrepreneurship and entrepreneurial processes.
  2. Evaluate business opportunities.
  3. Identify and solve major entrepreneurial issues.
  4. Develop a business plan to demonstrate an understanding of the taught concepts.
 3+0 None
MB427 Medical Virology 2+1 None
Course Code Course Name Credit Hours Pre Req
MB406 Genetic Engineering 3+0 None
MB428
Microbial Ecology
Course Description and CLOs

Course Description

This course provides comprehensive knowledge of microbes and their interactions with the environment. It includes learning of symbioses, biogeochemical cycles, and the interaction of microbes. This course includes historical overview, characteristics of microbial life forms, distribution and activities of microorganisms, microbial interactions, quantitative microbiology, molecular techniques used in molecular ecology and biodegradation of pollutants. Some of experimental approaches used in microbial ecology are also performed.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Explain the microbial diversity in environment.
  2. Discuss the significance of microbes in biodegradation of pollutants.
  3. Compare microbe-microbe interactions and microbe-host interactions.
  4. Isolate microbes from different ecological samples.
2+1 None
SS401
Research Methodology and Professional Ethics
Course Description and CLOs

Course Description

The course will cover essential steps in defining and conducting research, with emphasis on reading methods, researching, references, writing research proposals and papers. Both empirical and theoretical research will be discussed. Topics include defining a research, choosing research topic, writing a research proposal, testing hypotheses, writing and reviewing research papers, presenting ideas, & the ethical conduct of research.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Identify the proper research type and methodology to solve a given problem.
  2. Write clear, concise, and accurate technical documents and literature reviews following well-defined standards for format and for including tables, figures, and references.
  3. Develop and deliver a good quality formal presentation.
  4. Evaluate the professional codes of ethics from the ACM, the IEEE Computer Society, and other organizations and their role in professional development.
  5. Examine issues related to privacy, civil, and intellectual property rights.
 3+0 SS203
MB4xx Elective-I 3+0 None
MB4xx Elective-II 3+0 None
MB499 Project/Internship–I 3+0 None
Course Code Course Name Credit Hours Pre Req
MB436
Veterinary Microbiology and Animal health
Course Description and CLOs

Course Description

This course introduces various veterinary relevant pathological genus and species of bacteria, fungi, and viruses and their disease manifestation. It mainly deals with diseases of domesticated vertebrate animals. The main topics include etiology, symptomatology, immunology, epidemiology, diagnosis, and prevention of following diseases, Foot and Mouth Disease, New castle Disease, Johne’s Disease, Bovine Mastitis (including Pullorum), Rabies, Brucellosis, Tuberculosis, Anthrax, infectious laryngotracheitis, Fowl pox, infectious bursal disease (Gumboro), hydropericardium, tick fever, Salmonellosis, Sore Mouth of sheep and goats, avian influenza syndrome (Angara), importance of zoonoses in Pakistan, quarantine and international control of animal livestock farming, lab practicals.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Describe the common microbial veterinary infections in Pakistan.
  2. Explain the symptoms, diagnosis, epidemiology, and control of veterinary infections.
  3. Describe quarantine and international control of animal livestock farming.
  4. Cultivate microorganisms from veterinary samples.
 2+1 None
MB437
Microbial Pathogenesis
Course Description and CLOs

Course Description

This course focuses on the mechanisms and epidemiology of infectious agents, with an emphasis on the strategies used by microorganisms to infect their hosts. It discusses molecular and cellular mechanisms of infectious diseases where relevant. Major topics include host parasite interaction, infection and disease, establishment of disease, epidemiology of infection and transmission of pathogens, normal flora, Infectious disease general characteristics, pathogenesis, laboratory identification Pseudomonas, Streptococcus, Niesseria, E coli, Mycobacterium, treatment and prevention of viral diseases, bacterial disease, rickettsial disease typhus, AIDS, hepatitis, pox, herpes, protozoal infections like leishmania, toxoplasmosis, chemotherapy and drug resistance. Lab experiments related to clinical microbiology are also performed.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Explain epidemiology and transmission of pathogens.
  2. Explain host-parasite interaction and pathogenesis.
  3. Describe control and prevention methods.
  4. Identify common pathogens using suitable techniques.
 2+1 None
MB4xx Elective-III 3+0 None
MB4xx Elective-IV 3+0 None
MB499 Project/Internship–II 3+0 None

Faculty

Dr. Umbreen Rashid

Assistant Professor

Dr. Laila Jafri

Assistant Professor

Dr. Rehana Rani

Assistant Professor

Dr. Alam Khan

Assistant Professor

Dr. Sajjid Iqbal

Assistant Professor

Mr. Bin Amin

Lecturer

Mr. Rukhshan Zahid

Lecturer

Ms. Nida Khalid Ansari

Lecturer

Mr. Syed Mudarab Ali

Lecturer

Ms. Rabaila Riaz

Lecturer

Ms. Dua Zhaira Zaidi

Lecturer

Mr. M. Sheryar

Lecturer

Ms. Zahra Liaqat

Lecturer

Atif Ishaq Kiani

Lecturer

Mr. Kaifayat Ullah

Lecturer

Ms. Hizran

Lecturer

Mr. M Fayaz Khan

Lecturer

Mr. Shahid Hussain

Lab Demonstrator

Mr. Junaid Anwar

Lab Asistant