SESHADRIPURAM EDUCATIONAL TRUST

Syllabus for Value Added Program

B.Sc. B.B.G. – Biotechnology, Biochemistry and Genetics
Even Sem 2024-25
II Semester
Core Concept Topics Hours Remarks

Quantitative Aptitude Arithmetic Ability (Decimals, Fractions, Ratio, 04 Can be Delivered

Percentage, Profit & Loss, Time & Work)

Numerical Reasoning (Number Series, 04 Can be Delivered

Simplification)
Logical Reasoning & Verbal Reasoning (Coding-Decoding, Blood 05 Can be Delivered
General Intelligence Relations, Syllogism)
Non-Verbal Reasoning (Mirror Images, Series, 05 Can be Delivered
Patterns)
English Grammar (Error Spotting, Synonyms/Antonyms) 08 Can be Delivered
Comprehension Reading Comprehension (Passage-
Based Questions)
Basic Writing Skills (Cloze Test, Active/Passive 02 Can be Delivered
Voice)

General Current National & International 02 Can be Delivered

Affairs Events, Economic Updates
Skill Development Basic Analytical Skills: Develop problem-solving Can be Delivered
techniques using arithmetic and logical reasoning.

Communication Skills: Enhancegrammar, comprehension,

and basic writing for effective communication

Total Hours 30 Can be Delivered

VAP Outcome
 Solve basic quantitative problems (decimals, fractions, ratios).

 Apply logical reasoning (coding-decoding, patterns).

 Improve English grammar and comprehension skills.

 Develop problem-solving techniques.

 Understand current national and international events.

 IV Semester B.Sc. B.B.G.
Core Concept Topics Hours

Quantitative Aptitude Advanced Arithmetic (Allegations, Permutation, 5hrs

Probability, Mensuration) Data Interpretation
(Graphs, Charts)
Logical Reasoning & Advanced Reasoning (Deduction, Assumptions, 5hrs
General Intelligence Direction Sense) Puzzles (Seating Arrangement,
Ranking)
Pre-Placement Activities Resume writing, Group Discussion, Mock Interview5hrs

Advance Excel

• Formulas with Multiple Operators

• Inserting and Editing a Function

• Auto Calculate and Manual Calculation

• Defining Names

• Using and Managing Defined Names

• Displaying and Tracing Formulas

• Understanding Formula Errors

• Using Logical Functions (IF)

• Using Financial Functions (PMT)

• Using Database Functions (DSUM)

More Functions and
Formulas
• Using Lookup Functions (VLOOKUP)

• User Defined and Compatibility Functions

• Financial Functions

• Date & Time Functions 15Hrs

• Math & Trig Functions

• Statistical Functions

• Lookup & Reference Functions

• Database Functions

• Text Functions

• Logical Functions
 • Information Functions

• Engineering and Cube Functions

• Sorting by One Column

• Sorting by Colors or Icons

• Sorting by Multiple Columns

Working with Data • Sorting by a Custom List

Ranges
• Filtering Data

• Creating a Custom AutoFilter

• Using an Advanced Filter

• Creating a PivotTable

• Specifying PivotTable Data

• Changing a PivotTable’s Calculation

Working with
PivotTables • Filtering and Sorting a PivotTable

• Working with PivotTable Layout

• Grouping PivotTable Items

• Updating a PivotTable

• Formatting a PivotTable

• Creating a PivotChart

• Using Slicers

• Sharing Slicers Between PivotTables

• Creating Scenarios

• Creating a Scenario Report

• Working with Data Tables

• Using Goal Seek

• Using Solver

• Using Text to Columns

• Grouping and Outlining Data

 • Using Subtotals

• Consolidating Data by Position or Category

• Consolidating Data Using Formulas

• Inserting a Hyperlink

• Importing Data from an Access Database or

Text File
Working with the Web
and External Data • Importing Data from the Web and Other
Sources

• Working with Existing Data Connections

• Recording a Macro

• Playing and Deleting a Macro

• Adding a Macro to the Quick Access Toolbar

• Editing a Macro’s Visual Basic Code

Working with Macros • Inserting Copied Code in a Macro

• Declaring Variables and Adding Remarks to

VBA Code

• Prompting for User Input

• Using the If…Then…Else Statement

• Customizing the Ribbon

• Customizing the Quick Access Toolbar

• Using and Customizing AutoCorrect

Customizing Excel
• Changing Excel’s Default Options

• Creating a Custom AutoFill List

• Creating a Custom Number Format

· Using Charts

· Formatting Charts
 · Using 3D Graphs

· Using Bar and Line Chart together

Advanced Excel - Charts
· Using Secondary Axis in Graphs

· Sharing Charts with PowerPoint / MS

Word,

· Dynamically (Data Modified in Excel,

Chart would automatically get updated)

Functions and Super Powers Functions with

super powers ● Finding the right functions and
how they work ● Functions with hidden powers
– MOD() for patterns, OFFSET() for simple
choices, INDIRECT() to manipulate formulae ●
Making references to ranges of cells adapt
automatically for new data

Design & Risk Array Formulae ● One formula, one million

calculations ● SUMPRODUCT() - all the gain
of an array formula with less of the pain

Tables – structure comes to Excel ● Why Tables

are so much more than just a new format ● Make
your spreadsheets more automatic with a single
command ● Table formulae – instant readability
● Data tools in Tables ●

Total 30hrs

Remarks : Above topics can be delivered

VAP Outcome

 Solve advanced quantitative problems (probability, data interpretation).

 Apply advanced logical reasoning and deduction skills.

 Improve writing skills (summaries, grammar).

 Analyze data using graphs and charts.

Domain Specific Concepts which are Industry based real world approach
VI Semester B.B.G.
 Laboratory Skills and Analytical Techniques &
Quality control methods in Biology
NO OF
TOPICS METHODOLOGY
HRS

MODULE 1 - INSIGHTS INTO THE

BIOTECHNOLOGY INDUSTRY AND BASIC 10 Lab session
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

MODULE 2 - BASIC LABORATORY SKILLS AND

ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES 10 Lab session

MODULE 3 - METHODS AND PRACTICES OF

CLEANING AND MANAGEMENT OF LAB
10 Lab session

MODULE 4 - PREPARATION OF MEDIA

10 Lab session
TOTAL 40Hrs

Remarks: Completely Domain Specific

 B.Sc. B.B.G.
Board of Studies-Members
Sl.No Name of the Faculty College Phone Number
1 Dr. SANTANU DAS Seshadripuram First Grade 9886564873
HoD, Biotechnology College, Yelahanka New
Town, Bengaluru
2 Prof. SALMA BANU Seshadripuram First Grade 9886703351
HoD, Genetics College, Yelahanka New
Town, Bengaluru
3 Prof. Vidya A S Seshadripuram First Grade 9632978550
College, Yelahanka New
HoD, Biochemistry
Town, Bengaluru
4 Assoc. Prof. Manjunath S.S. Seshadripuram Institute of 9739209130
Biotechnology Commerce and Management

5 9663276247
Assoc. Prof. Manjula D Seshadripuram First Grade
College, Yelahanka New
Genetics
Town, Bengaluru
6 9964424058
Assoc. Prof. Manohar N Seshadripuram First Grade
College, Yelahanka New
Biochemistry
Town, Bengaluru
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