Course Handout (2024-25 ODD SEMESTER)

Subject Name/Code : BIOLOGY FOR ENGINEERS(BTBS-T-BS-014) Branch/Sem/Batch :

CEN 3 SEM (A),CSE 3 SEM
(A),CSE 3 SEM (B),CSE 3 SEM
(C),CSE 3 SEM (D),CST 3 SEM
(A),EIE 3 SEM (A)
Name of Faculty : KUMARI ANAMIKA , Samparna Das
Scope & Objective -:

The objective of this course is to integrate the knowledge of traditional engineering and modern biology to solve problems
encountered in living systems, allow engineers to analyze a problem from both an engineering and biological perspective,
anticipate specific issues in working with living systems, and evaluate possible solutions.

Pre-Requisite -:

Detailed Syllabus:
Module# CO Topics Hours
Introduction: Importance of Biology for Engineers, Chemical
foundations and basic chemistry of cell – Carbon compounds
and cell as a unit of life; Physical and chemical principles
involved in maintenance of life processes; Cell Structure &
MODULE-1 1 8
Functions (Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic cells), structure and
functions of cellular components cell wall, plasma membrane,
endoplasmic reticulum. Transport across the cell membrane,
Cell signaling, nerve impulse conduction.
Metabolisms & Cell Division: Exothermic and endothermic
versus endergonic and exergoinc reactions; Concept of Keq and
its relation to standard free energy, Spontaneity, ATP as an
energy currency, break down of glucose (Glycolysis and Krebs
MODULE-2 2 8
cycle) and synthesis of glucose (Photosynthesis), Energy
yielding and energy consuming reactions, Concept of Energy
charge. Morphology of Chromosome, Cell theory, Cell cycle and
phases; Mitosis and meiosis.
Genetics: Laws of heredity (Mendelian and Non-Mendelian),
Molecular Genetics: Structures of DNA and RNA, Mutations –
Cause, types and effects on species, Bioinformatics - brief idea.
MODULE-3 3 8
Origin of Life: Haldane and Oparins concepts; Evolution:
Modern concept of natural selection and speciation –
Lamarkism, Darwinism/NeoDarwinism.
Microbiology: Concept of single celled organisms, Ecological
aspects of single celled organisms, Concept of species and
strains, Identification and classification of microorganisms,
Microscopy, Sterilization and media compositions, Growth
MODULE-4 4 9
kinetics. Microbial diseases, epidemiology and public health.
Immunology: Human immune mechanism – Types of
immunities; Antigen/Antibody reactions – Applications in
human health; Immunological disorders: Autoimmune diseases.
Biochemistry: Carbohydrates, Lipids, Nucleic acids, Amino
acids & Proteins – Classification based on function and
structure; Protein synthesis – Components and regulatory
mechanisms; Enzymes – An overview. Biotechnology: Basic
MODULE-5 5 9
concepts on Totipotency and Cell manipulation; Plant & Animal
tissue culture – Methods and uses in agriculture, medicine and
health. Biological indicators, bio-sensors, bio-chips,
nanobiomolecules, biofuel.
Total 42 Hours
# Topic Module Chapter Course Coverage No of Classes

Introduction: Importance of Biology for

1 MODULE-1 TRUE 1
Engineers
Chemical foundations and basic chemistry
2 of cell – Carbon compounds and cell as a MODULE-1 TRUE 1
unit of life
Physical and chemical principles involved in
maintenance of life processes; Cell
3 MODULE-1 TRUE 1
Structure & Functions of typical Prokaryotic
and Eukaryotic cells
Structure and functions of cellular
4 components cell wall, plasma membrane, MODULE-1 TRUE 1
endoplasmic reticulum, lysosome, ribosome
Structure and functions of cell organelles-
5 Chloroplast, Mitochondria, Golgi apparatus, MODULE-1 TRUE 1
Nucleus
Transport across the cell membrane and
6 MODULE-1 TRUE 1
Cell signaling
7 Nerve Impulse Conduction MODULE-1 TRUE 1
8 Question answer discussion of Module 1 MODULE-1 TRUE 1
Exothermic and endothermic versus
9 MODULE-2 TRUE 1
endergonic and exergonic reactions
Concept of Keq and its relation to standard
10 MODULE-2 TRUE 1
free energy and Spontaneity of the reaction
ATP as an energy currency, Aerobic
11 MODULE-2 TRUE 1
Respiration: Glycolysis and Krebs Cycle
12 Photosynthesis MODULE-2 TRUE 1
Energy yielding and energy consuming
13 MODULE-2 TRUE 1
reactions, Concept of Energy charge
Morphology of Chromosome, Cell theory,
14 MODULE-2 TRUE 1
Cell cycle and phases
15 Mitosis MODULE-2 TRUE 1
16 Meiosis MODULE-2 TRUE 1
17 Question answer discussion of Module 2 MODULE-2 TRUE 1
Laws of heredity (Mendelian and Non-
18 MODULE-3 TRUE 1
Mendelian)
Molecular Genetics: Structures of DNA and
19 MODULE-3 TRUE 1
RNA
Mutations – Cause, types and effects on
20 MODULE-3 TRUE 1
species
21 Bioinformatics - brief idea MODULE-3 TRUE 1
22 Origin of Life: Haldane and Oparin concepts MODULE-3 TRUE 1
23 Evolution: Darwinism and Lamarckism MODULE-3 TRUE 1
Modern concept of natural selection and
24 MODULE-3 TRUE 1
speciation (Neo Darwinism)
25 Question answer discussion of Module 3 MODULE-3 TRUE 1
Concept of single celled organisms,
26 Ecological aspects of single celled MODULE-4 TRUE 1
organisms, Concept of species and strains
Identification and classification of
27 MODULE-4 TRUE 1
microorganisms and Growth kinetics
28 Microscopy MODULE-4 TRUE 1
29 Sterilization and Media compositions MODULE-4 TRUE 1
Microbial diseases, epidemiology, and
30 MODULE-4 TRUE 1
public health
Human immune mechanism and Types of
31 MODULE-4 TRUE 1
immunities
Antigen/Antibody reactions – Applications in
32 MODULE-4 TRUE 1
human health
Immunological disorders: Autoimmune
33 MODULE-4 TRUE 1
diseases
34 Question answer discussion of Module 4 MODULE-4 TRUE 1
35 Carbohydrates and Lipids MODULE-5 TRUE 1
36 Amino acids and Proteins MODULE-5 TRUE 1
Protein synthesis – Components and
37 MODULE-5 TRUE 1
regulatory mechanisms
 38 Enzymes – An overview MODULE-5 TRUE 1
Biotechnology: Basic concepts on
39 MODULE-5 TRUE 1
Totipotency and Cell manipulation
Plant & Animal tissue culture – Methods
40 and uses in agriculture, medicine, and MODULE-5 TRUE 1
health
41 Biological indicators and Biosensors MODULE-5 TRUE 1
42 Biochips and Nano-biomolecules MODULE-5 TRUE 1
43 Biofuel MODULE-5 TRUE 1
Question answer discussion for end-term
44 MODULE-5 TRUE 1
examination

Total no. of classes : 44

Text Book
Biology for Engineers, , Wiley Editorial, , John Wiley & Sons,
Biology for Engineers, , McGraw-Hill Editorial, , McGraw-Hill Education,

Reference Book
Biology for Engineers, , A. T. Johnson,, CRC Press,
Biology for Engineers,, S. Singh, T. Allen, , Vayu Education of India,
Diseases of the Human Body, , C. D. Tamparo and M. A. Lewis, , F. A. Davis Co.,
Biology: A Global Approach,, N. A. Campbell, L. A. Urry, M. L. Cain, S. A. Wasserman, P. V. Minorsky, and J. B. Reece,, Pearson
Education,
Online Reference Material(s):

1. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3743984/https:
//www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4239820/
2. http://www.euro.who.int/data/assets/pdffile/0013/102316/e79822.pdf
3. https://www.tsijournals.com/articles/world-history-of-modern-biotechnology-and-itsapplications.html
4. https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/21553769.2016.1162753
5. https://www.genome.gov/genetics-glossary/Bioinformatics

Course Outcome:
1 Explain the structure, function & interaction of different types of cells and their components
2 Describe the concepts of metabolism, energy cycle and cell theory.
3 Comprehend genetics, origin of life and organic evolution.
4 Apply the concepts of microbiology & immunology for diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
5 Recognize the biological processes like protein synthesis, action of enzymes and tissue culture.

Program Outcomes Relevent to the Course:

Engineering knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals,
PO1
and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering problems
Problem analysis: Identify, formulate, review research literature, and analyze complex engineering
PO2 problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural
sciences, and engineering sciences.
Design/development of solutions: Design solutions for complex engineering problems and design
PO3 system components or processes that meet the specified needs with appropriate consideration for
the public health and safety, and the cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.
Conduct investigations of complex problems: Use research-based knowledge and research methods
PO4 including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of the
information to provide valid conclusions.
Modern tool usage: Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern
PO5 engineering and IT tools including prediction and modeling to complex engineering activities with
an understanding of the limitations.
 The engineer and society: Apply reasoning informed by the contextual knowledge to assess
PO6 societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to the
professional engineering practice.
Environment and sustainability: Understand the impact of the professional engineering solutions in
PO7 societal and environmental contexts, and demonstrate the knowledge of, and need for sustainable
development.
Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of
PO8
the engineering practice.
Individual and team work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in
PO9
diverse teams, and in multidisciplinary settings.
Communication: Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the engineering
PO10 community and with society at large, such as, being able to comprehend and write effective reports
and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.
Project management and finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the engineering
PO11 and management principles and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team,
to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments.
Life-long learning: Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in
PO12
independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of technological change.

Mapping of CO's to PO's: (1: Low, 2: Medium, 3: High)

PO3 PO4 PO5 PO6 PO9 PO10 PO12
1 1 1
2 1 1 1
3 1 2 1 2 1 1 1
4 1 1 1 2 1 1 1
5 2 2 1 1 1 1 1