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Applied Chemistry

 

 

Provide nationally recognized qualifications of Diploma in chemistry which will foster the students’ knowledge, understanding and practical skills required for the successful employability in industry and allied science sectors as well as progression to advanced studies.
Teaching Language: English
Branches: Musact

 

The student who satisfactorily completes the Bachelor of Technology in Applied Chemistry should be able to:

 

  1.  Utilize the knowledge and technical skills to fulfill a wide range of roles in industry and allied sectors as scientists or researchers.
  2.  Operate modern analytical instruments, conduct experiments, and apply statistical as well as computational techniques to provide solutions in chemistry related industrial problems.
  3.  Apply acquired knowledge of chemistry along with critical thinking and analytical reasoning to solve problems facing the industry.
  4.  Apply theoretical and practical knowledge gained to explore new frontiers of research for the betterment of the society
  5.  Use quality assurance and quality control systems in running analytical laboratories for a wide range of industrial applications.
  6.  Demonstrate awareness of safety codes/rules as well as managing and administering scientific labs.
  7.  Function productively, both, individually and in a team to establish goals and plans, accomplish assigned tasks and objectives, meet deadlines and analyze risks.
  8.  Communicate the results of their work through report writing or oral presentation to both chemists and non-chemists.
  9.  Apply fundamental knowledge in chemistry to adopt new technologies.
  10.   Identify strategies and challenges involved in running a business and demonstrate entrepreneurship skills.
  11.  Perform professional duties in accordance with ethical principles and following guidelines in their field of employment.
  12.  Continue independent life-long learning.
  13.  Contribute to the economic growth of the nation by occupying positions in private and public sector organizations as chemists, instructors and administrators.

 

  1.  Secondary School to UTAS Entry Requirements (As per UTAS guidelines).
  2.  Language Requirements (As per UTAS Bylaws and its latest Amendments).
  3.  Level to Level CGPA requirements (As per the UTAS Bylaws and its latest Amendments).

Reference: UTAS Bylaws and its Amendments

 

  1.   Chemical industries e.g. manufacturing of plastics, perfumes, soaps and detergents. (Agriculture, Food, Pharmaceuticals, Oil and gas, health, veterinary, dairy).
  2.   Petroleum and Petrochemical industries Health care and Environmental monitoring labs
  3.   School, Research and University laboratories

Semester 1

This course is designed for students of B2+ language proficiency level. The course is aimed at enhancing students’ academic skills by exposing them to academic modes of listening, speaking, reading and writing. The course also aims at enabling students to participate in academic discussions of lectures through strategic listening and speaking and to improve their reflective writing and speaking skills through summarizing and paraphrasing various scientific and technological topics.

The course deals with understanding the diversity of life, cell structure and function, binomial classification, and kingdoms. In addition to this emphasis will be laid on knowing the basic features of plant and animal kingdom. The course also explains role of various biomolecules and various transport mechanisms in plants and animals. The course also deals in brief about plant and animal tissues, organ systems and importance of food health and disease.

The course introduces the basic concepts of chemistry concerning significant figures, unit cancellation method, structure of atom, number of moles, methods to express concentration of solutions, redox reactions, laws of electrolysis and basic organic chemistry and their applications for an all-round development of the students. Practical work forms an integral part of this course.

Physics for science is a fundamental course offered in diploma first year which is perquisite for renewable sources of energy. It provides an introduction to the concepts, approaches and tools to the students who uses to describe the physical world while laying the foundation for physical, chemical & life sciences. Topics covered in this course are units & vectors, motion in one & two dimensions, Laws of motion, work energy and power, circular or rotational motion, electric forces and electric field, DC circuits and Thermal physics & Thermodynamics.

The course introduces the students to the correct approach of safe laboratory work and laboratory behaviour. It involves the general rules/codes of safety; Fire hazards; Hazards in physical, chemical, biological/medical laboratories; contents of first aid boxes, artificial respiration, control of bleeding, treatment of poisons, burns, electrical shocks and fractions and accident reporting; Laboratory design; Laboratory finance; Stores management; Laboratory administration and Laboratory maintenance.

Semester 2

This course introduces students to the structure and functions of ecological systems in the perspectives of environmental science. The course also assists students to perceive environmental science as primarily rooted to ecology and discuss objectively environmental issues and concerns related to natural and man-made causes. Sustainability is introduced in the course in light of better green future of planet Earth. All these topics are connecting students to the Omani environment and the environmental issues in Oman.

Prerequisite: ASFC1102
The course provides basic understanding of trends across the periodic table, the relationships between electronic, structural, and chemical properties of elements. The concepts of enthalpy and bonding are introduced. In addition the gas law and ideal gas principle are included. Practical work forms an integral part of this course.

Prerequisite: ASPY1103
The Introduction to the Renewable Energy is a core course offered to all Applied science students of diploma year II. This course includes the various sources of renewable energy like wind, solar, hydroelectricity, tidal energy, bioenergy, nuclear energy and energy storage system and importance of economy and job creations for the citizens and energy security are integral components of this course.

The course deals with the principles and techniques related to good laboratory practices, preparing solutions, volumetric analyses (acid-base & redox), pH titrations, sampling and sample storage, nutrients and macromolecules analyses, microscopy, staining techniques, sterilization techniques and media preparation, separation techniques in biology & chemistry (including TLC), melting and boiling point determination

Prerequisite:UNEN1102
This course is offered to students in the Diploma level. The course aims at enabling the students to communicate effectively and appropriately, based on real-life and workplace situations. The course equips the students with the necessary language and contextual knowledge. The students will be engaged in tasks where they demonstrate critical thinking and analytical skills to solve life and workplace related problems.

Semester 1

The course deals with the introduction to entrepreneurship; business knowledge; accounting and finance; management and marketing; operation management; understanding the ecosystem; some applications and project presentations.

Prerequisite: ASFC1102
This course is designed to provide background in the fundamentals of nomenclature, bonding, structures, reaction mechanisms, stereochemistry and synthesis of simple organic compounds. Practical work forms an integral part of this course.

Prerequisite: ASCH1206

Prerequisite: ASLT1208

 

Semester 2

Prerequisite: ASCH1206

Prerequisite: ASCH1206
This course provides the scientific principles, concepts and skills to understand and perform some of the processes involved in Analytical Chemistry. The principles governing standard analytical techniques like chromatography, polarimetry, atomic (Flame photometry & AAS) and molecular spectroscopy (UV-Vis, IR) are discussed. The opportunity to obtain hands-on experience with some of these techniques is also provided with selected experiments. A statistical approach to quantitative analytical techniques regarding aspects like accuracy and reliability of results forms an important aspect of this course.

The course deals with conceptual research approaches and skills required for a successful conduction of the research through critical exploration of research tools and information sourcing, data and its analysis, technical-scientific writing and presentation skills, ethical principles and challenges. The course introduces the language of research by applying research methodology in projects/researches inconsonance with information sourcing, data and its analysis, technical-scientific writing, presentation skill, research ethics and trends. It includes discussions on the elements of the research process within quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods approaches, sampling techniques, research designs and techniques of analysis. Moreover, this course will require the students to prepare a small research proposal which contains an introduction, a review of related literatures existing in the library and on the websites, a study framework, one or more methodologies appropriate for the study; and a plan of action outlining how the investigation will take place.

Prerequisite: FPMP003

Uncs2215- Communication Skills
Unpr2217- Preparing for Work
Unwe2216- Working Ethics
Unis2206- Islamic Studies
Unoc2207- Oman Civilization and Man
Unct2210- Critical Thinking
Uncl2211- Chinese Language
UNFL2213- French Language
UNGL2215- German Language

Prerequisite:ASFB1101
This course introduces the students to the study of microorganisms and offers basic laboratory skills required to perform microbiological investigations. Basic staining techniques in microbiology as well as basic techniques of Food, Industrial, Medical and Pharmaceutical, Environmental, Soil and Agricultural, Water and Wastewater Microbiology are also covered.

 

 

Provide a nationally recognized qualification of Advanced Diploma in applied chemistry with a focus on the applications of knowledge and the development of the practical skills appropriate to employment in a range of professions related to applied chemistry in the private and public sectors.
Teaching language: English
Branches: Musact

 

The student who satisfactorily completes the Advanced Diploma in Applied Chemistry should be able to:

 

  1.  Apply technical skills in all major laboratory techniques and principles including instrumentation, synthesis, purification, and analysis, required in a wide range of industries as effective technologists.
  2.  Implement statistical and mathematical models in chemistry for effective problem solving.
  3.  Organize and manage effectively science laboratories.
  4.  Apply general safety rules and codes of behavior in chemical laboratories and justify safe handling of chemicals.
  5.  Demonstrate the understanding of key issues related to environmental challenges facing the society in energy, health and medicine.
  6.  Demonstrate computational skills in designing posters, presentations and using standard chemistry software for drawing chemical reactions, predicting structural information and in basic molecular modeling.
  7.  Employ critical thinking and scientific inquiry in the performance, design, interpretation, documentation and presentation of laboratory experiments, to succeed at an entry-level position in chemical industries.
  8.  Apply professional and ethical responsibilities related to chemical profession.
  9.  Identify strategies and challenges involved in running a business and demonstrate entrepreneurship skills.
  10.  Implement the quality systems appropriate to a selected industry.
  11.  Work efficiently both as individuals and in a team.
  12.  Update knowledge and skills according to changing work environment for pursuing life-long learning.

 

Allotment to the Applied Chemistry specialization is based on the CGPA scored by the student in First Year Diploma. Requirements to progress to Advanced Diploma in Applied Chemistry:

  1. Students must complete a Diploma in Applied Chemistry successfully with CGPA ≥ 2.5 in scale of 4.
  2. IELTS band Score ≥4.5 or the FDL Mark should be ≥ 64.
  3. Lateral entry of students is governed by UTAS bylaws.

(Reference: 1. MoMP Bylaws of College of Technology & its Amendments)

 

  1.  Chemical industries e.g. manufacturing of plastics, perfumes, soaps and detergents. (Agriculture, Food, Pharmaceuticals, Oil and gas, health, veterinary, dairy)
  2.  Petroleum and Petrochemical industries
  3.  Health care and Environmental monitoring labs
  4.  School, Research and University laboratories

Semester 1

This course is designed for students of B2+ language proficiency level. The course is aimed at enhancing students’ academic skills by exposing them to academic modes of listening, speaking, reading and writing. The course also aims at enabling students to participate in academic discussions of lectures through strategic listening and speaking and to improve their reflective writing and speaking skills through summarizing and paraphrasing various scientific and technological topics.

The course deals with understanding the diversity of life, cell structure and function, binomial classification, and kingdoms. In addition to this emphasis will be laid on knowing the basic features of plant and animal kingdom. The course also explains role of various biomolecules and various transport mechanisms in plants and animals. The course also deals in brief about plant and animal tissues, organ systems and importance of food health and disease.

The course introduces the basic concepts of chemistry concerning significant figures, unit cancellation method, structure of atom, number of moles, methods to express concentration of solutions, redox reactions, laws of electrolysis and basic organic chemistry and their applications for an all-round development of the students. Practical work forms an integral part of this course.

Physics for science is a fundamental course offered in diploma first year which is perquisite for renewable sources of energy. It provides an introduction to the concepts, approaches and tools to the students who uses to describe the physical world while laying the foundation for physical, chemical & life sciences. Topics covered in this course are units & vectors, motion in one & two dimensions, Laws of motion, work energy and power, circular or rotational motion, electric forces and electric field, DC circuits and Thermal physics & Thermodynamics.

The course introduces the students to the correct approach of safe laboratory work and laboratory behaviour. It involves the general rules/codes of safety; Fire hazards; Hazards in physical, chemical, biological/medical laboratories; contents of first aid boxes, artificial respiration, control of bleeding, treatment of poisons, burns, electrical shocks and fractions and accident reporting; Laboratory design; Laboratory finance; Stores management; Laboratory administration and Laboratory maintenance.

Semester 2

This course introduces students to the structure and functions of ecological systems in the perspectives of environmental science. The course also assists students to perceive environmental science as primarily rooted to ecology and discuss objectively environmental issues and concerns related to natural and man-made causes. Sustainability is introduced in the course in light of better green future of planet Earth. All these topics are connecting students to the Omani environment and the environmental issues in Oman.

Prerequisite: ASFC1102
The course provides basic understanding of trends across the periodic table, the relationships between electronic, structural, and chemical properties of elements. The concepts of enthalpy and bonding are introduced. In addition the gas law and ideal gas principle are included. Practical work forms an integral part of this course.

Prerequisite: ASPY1103
The Introduction to the Renewable Energy is a core course offered to all Applied science students of diploma year II. This course includes the various sources of renewable energy like wind, solar, hydroelectricity, tidal energy, bioenergy, nuclear energy and energy storage system and importance of economy and job creations for the citizens and energy security are integral components of this course.

The course deals with the principles and techniques related to good laboratory practices, preparing solutions, volumetric analyses (acid-base & redox), pH titrations, sampling and sample storage, nutrients and macromolecules analyses, microscopy, staining techniques, sterilization techniques and media preparation, separation techniques in biology & chemistry (including TLC), melting and boiling point determination

Prerequisite:UNEN1102
This course is offered to students in the Diploma level. The course aims at enabling the students to communicate effectively and appropriately, based on real-life and workplace situations. The course equips the students with the necessary language and contextual knowledge. The students will be engaged in tasks where they demonstrate critical thinking and analytical skills to solve life and workplace related problems.

Semester 1

The course deals with the introduction to entrepreneurship; business knowledge; accounting and finance; management and marketing; operation management; understanding the ecosystem; some applications and project presentations.

Prerequisite: ASFC1102
This course is designed to provide background in the fundamentals of nomenclature, bonding, structures, reaction mechanisms, stereochemistry and synthesis of simple organic compounds. Practical work forms an integral part of this course.

Prerequisite: ASCH1206

Prerequisite: ASLT1208

 

Semester 2

Prerequisite: ASCH1206

Prerequisite: ASCH1206
This course provides the scientific principles, concepts and skills to understand and perform some of the processes involved in Analytical Chemistry. The principles governing standard analytical techniques like chromatography, polarimetry, atomic (Flame photometry & AAS) and molecular spectroscopy (UV-Vis, IR) are discussed. The opportunity to obtain hands-on experience with some of these techniques is also provided with selected experiments. A statistical approach to quantitative analytical techniques regarding aspects like accuracy and reliability of results forms an important aspect of this course.

The course deals with conceptual research approaches and skills required for a successful conduction of the research through critical exploration of research tools and information sourcing, data and its analysis, technical-scientific writing and presentation skills, ethical principles and challenges. The course introduces the language of research by applying research methodology in projects/researches inconsonance with information sourcing, data and its analysis, technical-scientific writing, presentation skill, research ethics and trends. It includes discussions on the elements of the research process within quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods approaches, sampling techniques, research designs and techniques of analysis. Moreover, this course will require the students to prepare a small research proposal which contains an introduction, a review of related literatures existing in the library and on the websites, a study framework, one or more methodologies appropriate for the study; and a plan of action outlining how the investigation will take place.

Prerequisite: FPMP003

Uncs2215- Communication Skills
Unpr2217- Preparing for Work
Unwe2216- Working Ethics
Unis2206- Islamic Studies
Unoc2207- Oman Civilization and Man
Unct2210- Critical Thinking
Uncl2211- Chinese Language
UNFL2213- French Language
UNGL2215- German Language

Prerequisite:ASFB1101
This course introduces the students to the study of microorganisms and offers basic laboratory skills required to perform microbiological investigations. Basic staining techniques in microbiology as well as basic techniques of Food, Industrial, Medical and Pharmaceutical, Environmental, Soil and Agricultural, Water and Wastewater Microbiology are also covered.

 

Semester 1

Prerequisite: ASAC2103
This course focus on the practical applications of variety of laboratory techniques including recrystallization, refluxing, simple and fractional distillations, extraction by steam distillations, TLC, polarimetry. This course also deals with the characterization of organic and inorganic compounds by different analytical techniques like volumetry, gravimetry and spectroscopy. Qualitative organic analysis of unknown organic compound by conventional methods and derivative preparations are included in this course.

Prerequisite: ASOC2101
This course is designed to develop and enhance the knowledge of organic chemistry. Major focus is on the chemistry of carbonyl compounds, carboxylic acid and its derivatives, alcohols and phenols, ethers and epoxides, thiols and sulphides, amines, heterocyclic compounds and also the importance of stereochemistry.

Prerequisite: ASAC2102
The course introduces the students to the quantum mechanical models of atoms and models of chemical bonding. It enables the students to apply these models to interpret the observed behavior of elements and their compounds. The course is intended to develop skills to interpret the properties of elements and their compounds in terms of the electronic structure and bonding. It also provides understanding on the phenomenon of nuclear chemistry, different nuclear reactions and its applications.

This course aims to introduce to the students the concepts of quality assurance systems and explain their applications to familiar situations while considering related statistical methods. It also introduces to the students the application of quality processes and procedures in different industries and their implementation. Topics include Introduction to Quality, Quality Tools, Process capability, Quality Continual improvement/Some Quality approaches, Main Activities and Responsibilities of Quality Control and Quality Assurance in analytical laboratories.

 

Prerequisite:UNEN1203
This is a non-major graduate credit course, which is designed to improve student performance in public speaking and oral communication. The course aims to improve the learner's presentation skills, entrepreneurial skills and critical thinking for a level that meets the learner's needs in various academic situations and the labour market. The course covers speech research, preparation, outlining, delivery and evaluation.

Semester 2

Prerequisite:
ASCH1206
MATH1200
This course is designed to provide the students with a concise understanding of the fundamental concepts involved in physical chemistry which are necessary for the study of more advanced or specialized levels that follow. The topics discussed include gaseous state chemistry, chemical thermodynamics, chemical kinetics, phase rule, electrochemistry, etc., and their applications so as to gain an understanding and appreciation for how fundamental physical chemistry impacts on life, environmental and industrial processes.

Prerequisite:ASAC2206
This course explores the concept and skills of comprehending and applying various spectroscopic techniques for compound interpretation and structure elucidation. These techniques include Ultraviolet (UV) spectrophotometer, Fourier Transformer Infra-Red (FTIR) spectrophotometer, Raman spectrophotometer, Mass spectrometry (MS), and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectrophotometer. It will enable the students to learn different transitions, selection rule, absorption maxima of UV, Raman shift, Rayleigh, stokes and anti-stokes and also how to read UV, IR, Mass, and NMR spectra, as well as how to use these spectra to the identification of unknown chemical, pharmaceutical, and environmental molecules.

Prerequisite:ASOC2101
This course deals with the application of computers and information technology in the field of chemistry. Three specific areas will be covered in this course which include (a) graphical representation of experimental data and statistical analysis using software (b) draw chemical structures in different dimensions and analyse physicochemical and structural features of molecules using software (c) introduction of molecular modelling, geometry optimization and retrieval of useful information on energetics and molecular orbitals.

The course is an introduction to the concepts and principles of Green Chemistry. Selected real world applications of Green Chemistry are presented to illustrate how these important guiding principles can be applied. The integral laboratory course provides valuable practical experience in relevant areas of the chemical sciences. It covers topics that are central to Green Chemistry including an introduction to the development of Green Chemistry, definitions and metrics, life cycle analysis, sustainable reagents and reactants, production and prevention of wastes, green catalyst, green solvents, microbial fuel cell, biodiesel, bioethanol, biogas technology, and toxicity. Innovative group and individual coursework assignments are designed to develop skills in communication and engagement and an understanding of social and environmental responsibilities within the broad area of Green Chemistry.

ASAB3208 - Nutrition And Health
ASAB3205 - Marine Biology
ASES3103 - Solid Waste Management
ASAS3201 - Astronomy

 

 

To provide national recognized qualifications of Bachelor of Technology in Applied Biology, which will enhance the student’s advanced knowledge and practical skills required for the successful employability in industry and allied science sectors.
Teaching language : English
Branches: Muscat

 

The student who satisfactorily completes the Bachelor of Technology Program in Applied Biology should be able to:

 

  1.  Analyze the advanced interdisciplinary scientific knowledge and practical skills to cope with the changing and challenging aspects in allied biological sciences.
  2.  Evaluate appropriate practical applications in allied biological sciences individually and in teams as well.
  3.  Build the research/ project with spectra of scientific knowledge for solving problems and recommend proper solutions.
  4.  Design scientific experiments with advanced analytical skills.
  5.  Relate scientific experiments with interpersonal skills including professional and scientific report writing skills, technical and digital competency.
  6.  Apply the ethical standards in relation to their profession.
  7.  Utilize the management skills in the field of biology with safety rules and codes.
  8.  Practice the entrepreneurial and innovation skills.
  9.  Pursue postgraduate studies.

 

  1.  Student must complete Advanced Diploma in Applied Biology successfully with CGPA ≥ 2.75 in scale of 4.
  2.  IELTS band Score ≥ 5 or the FDL Mark should be ≥ 71.
  3.  Lateral entry of students is governed by UTAS bylaws.

Reference: UTAS Bylaws and its Amendments

 

  1.   Biological Laboratories
  2.   Food Industry
  3.   Fisheries
  4.   Animal Breeding
  5.   Wild Life Management
  6.   Research and University Laboratories

Semester 1

This course is designed for students of B2+ language proficiency level. The course is aimed at enhancing students’ academic skills by exposing them to academic modes of listening, speaking, reading and writing. The course also aims at enabling students to participate in academic discussions of lectures through strategic listening and speaking and to improve their reflective writing and speaking skills through summarizing and paraphrasing various scientific and technological topics.

The course deals with understanding the diversity of life, cell structure and function, binomial classification, and kingdoms. In addition to this emphasis will be laid on knowing the basic features of plant and animal kingdom. The course also explains role of various biomolecules and various transport mechanisms in plants and animals. The course also deals in brief about plant and animal tissues, organ systems and importance of food health and disease.

The course introduces the basic concepts of chemistry concerning significant figures, unit cancellation method, structure of atom, number of moles, methods to express concentration of solutions, redox reactions, laws of electrolysis and basic organic chemistry and their applications for an all-round development of the students. Practical work forms an integral part of this course.

Physics for science is a fundamental course offered in diploma first year which is perquisite for renewable sources of energy. It provides an introduction to the concepts, approaches and tools to the students who uses to describe the physical world while laying the foundation for physical, chemical & life sciences. Topics covered in this course are units & vectors, motion in one & two dimensions, Laws of motion, work energy and power, circular or rotational motion, electric forces and electric field, DC circuits and Thermal physics & Thermodynamics.

The course introduces the students to the correct approach of safe laboratory work and laboratory behaviour. It involves the general rules/codes of safety; Fire hazards; Hazards in physical, chemical, biological/medical laboratories; contents of first aid boxes, artificial respiration, control of bleeding, treatment of poisons, burns, electrical shocks and fractions and accident reporting; Laboratory design; Laboratory finance; Stores management; Laboratory administration and Laboratory maintenance.

Semester 2

This course introduces students to the structure and functions of ecological systems in the perspectives of environmental science. The course also assists students to perceive environmental science as primarily rooted to ecology and discuss objectively environmental issues and concerns related to natural and man-made causes. Sustainability is introduced in the course in light of better green future of planet Earth. All these topics are connecting students to the Omani environment and the environmental issues in Oman.

Prerequisite: ASFC1102
The course provides basic understanding of trends across the periodic table, the relationships between electronic, structural, and chemical properties of elements. The concepts of enthalpy and bonding are introduced. In addition the gas law and ideal gas principle are included. Practical work forms an integral part of this course.

Prerequisite: ASPY1103
The Introduction to the Renewable Energy is a core course offered to all Applied science students of diploma year II. This course includes the various sources of renewable energy like wind, solar, hydroelectricity, tidal energy, bioenergy, nuclear energy and energy storage system and importance of economy and job creations for the citizens and energy security are integral components of this course.

The course deals with the principles and techniques related to good laboratory practices, preparing solutions, volumetric analyses (acid-base & redox), pH titrations, sampling and sample storage, nutrients and macromolecules analyses, microscopy, staining techniques, sterilization techniques and media preparation, separation techniques in biology & chemistry (including TLC), melting and boiling point determination

Prerequisite:UNEN1102
This course is offered to students in the Diploma level. The course aims at enabling the students to communicate effectively and appropriately, based on real-life and workplace situations. The course equips the students with the necessary language and contextual knowledge. The students will be engaged in tasks where they demonstrate critical thinking and analytical skills to solve life and workplace related problems.

Semester 1

The course deals with the introduction to entrepreneurship; business knowledge; accounting and finance; management and marketing; operation management; understanding the ecosystem; some applications and project presentations.

Prerequisite: ASFC1102
This course is designed to provide background in the fundamentals of nomenclature, bonding, structures, reaction mechanisms, stereochemistry and synthesis of simple organic compounds. Practical work forms an integral part of this course.

Prerequisite: ASFB1101
The course deals with a brief introduction to Cell Biology and types/properties of cells based on complexity. The course elucidates the cell architecture, cellular transport as well as the cell organelles and their structure and functions along with their role in cell signalling and communication. Furthermore, the underlying mechanisms and pathways of cell metabolism and bioenergetics as well as cell division and cell cycle are included.

Prerequisite: ASLT1208
The course deals with good laboratory practices, experimental design, plant propagation techniques, extraction/ fractionation and antibacterial Assay Technique, enzymology; isolation, assay, and kinetic studies of industrially significant enzymes like cellulase, amylase and lipase, handling and dissection of laboratory animals, ecological techniques, fixing and preservation of plants and animal specimens, food security preparedness and cell and molecular laboratory techniques.

Prerequisite: ASFB1101
The course deals with the introduction to plant cell, histology, anatomy and morphological characters. The course also elaborates the primary and secondary growth pattern flower, reproduction and fruit development. In addition to this, various physiological aspects such as water relations, photosynthesis and its types e.g., Calvin cycle, C3, C4, CAM pathways are also discussed. The course also covers the growth and development related topics such as transport of minerals, plant nutrition and deficiency symptoms, and plant hormones in detail.

Semester 2

Prerequisite: ASFB1101
The course deals with a brief introduction to Biochemistry and to understand the Principles of Biochemistry. The Course will describe the structures, properties, function, metabolism and regulation of carbohydrates, lipids and amino acids. In addition to this emphasis will be laid on protein structure and its functions, enzymes and coenzymes, and energy conversion pathways associated with biochemical reactions.

Prerequisite: ASCH1206
This course provides the scientific principles, concepts and skills to understand and perform some of the processes involved in Analytical Chemistry. The principles governing standard analytical techniques like chromatography, polarimetry, atomic (Flame photometry & AAS) and molecular spectroscopy (UV-Vis, IR) are discussed. The opportunity to obtain hands-on experience with some of these techniques is also provided with selected experiments. A statistical approach to quantitative analytical techniques regarding aspects like accuracy and reliability of results forms an important aspect of this course.

The course deals with conceptual research approaches and skills required for a successful conduction of the research through critical exploration of research tools and information sourcing, data and its analysis, technical-scientific writing and presentation skills, ethical principles and challenges. The course introduces the language of research by applying research methodology in projects/researches inconsonance with information sourcing, data and its analysis, technical-scientific writing, presentation skill, research ethics and trends. It includes discussions on the elements of the research process within quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods approaches, sampling techniques, research designs and techniques of analysis. Moreover, this course will require the students to prepare a small research proposal which contains an introduction, a review of related literatures existing in the library and on the websites, a study framework, one or more methodologies appropriate for the study; and a plan of action outlining how the investigation will take place.

Uncs2215- Communication Skills
Unpr2217- Preparing for Work
Unwe2216- Working Ethics
Unis2206- Islamic Studies
Unoc2207- Oman Civilization and Man
Unct2210- Critical Thinking
Uncl2211- Chinese Language
UNFL2213- French Language
UNGL2215- German Language

Prerequisite:ASFB1101
This course introduces the students to the study of microorganisms and offers basic laboratory skills required to perform microbiological investigations. Basic staining techniques in microbiology as well as basic techniques of Food, Industrial, Medical and Pharmaceutical, Environmental, Soil and Agricultural, Water and Wastewater Microbiology are also covered.

Semester 1

Prerequisite: ASAC2103
This course focus on the practical applications of variety of laboratory techniques including recrystallization, refluxing, simple and fractional distillations, extraction by steam distillations, TLC, polarimetry. This course also deals with the characterization of organic and inorganic compounds by different analytical techniques like volumetry, gravimetry and spectroscopy. Qualitative organic analysis of unknown organic compound by conventional methods and derivative preparations are included in this course.

Prerequisite: ASOC2101
This course is designed to develop and enhance the knowledge of organic chemistry. Major focus is on the chemistry of carbonyl compounds, carboxylic acid and its derivatives, alcohols and phenols, ethers and epoxides, thiols and sulphides, amines, heterocyclic compounds and also the importance of stereochemistry.

Prerequisite: ASAC2102
The course introduces the students to the quantum mechanical models of atoms and models of chemical bonding. It enables the students to apply these models to interpret the observed behavior of elements and their compounds. The course is intended to develop skills to interpret the properties of elements and their compounds in terms of the electronic structure and bonding. It also provides understanding on the phenomenon of nuclear chemistry, different nuclear reactions and its applications.

This course aims to introduce to the students the concepts of quality assurance systems and explain their applications to familiar situations while considering related statistical methods. It also introduces to the students the application of quality processes and procedures in different industries and their implementation. Topics include Introduction to Quality, Quality Tools, Process capability, Quality Continual improvement/Some Quality approaches, Main Activities and Responsibilities of Quality Control and Quality Assurance in analytical laboratories.

The course goal is to deliver an understanding of the elementary concepts in probability theory and statistical analysis. Students will learn the essential theory of distribution of random variables, the basic theory and techniques of parameter estimation and tests of hypotheses. After taking this course, students will be able to use calculators and tables to perform simple statistical analyses for small samples; and to use a statistical package in performing analyses for small and large samples.

Prerequisite:UNEN1203
This is a non-major graduate credit course, which is designed to improve student performance in public speaking and oral communication. The course aims to improve the learner's presentation skills, entrepreneurial skills and critical thinking for a level that meets the learner's needs in various academic situations and the labour market. The course covers speech research, preparation, outlining, delivery and evaluation.

Semester 2

Prerequisite:
ASCH1206
MATH1200
This course is designed to provide the students with a concise understanding of the fundamental concepts involved in physical chemistry which are necessary for the study of more advanced or specialized levels that follow. The topics discussed include gaseous state chemistry, chemical thermodynamics, chemical kinetics, phase rule, electrochemistry, etc., and their applications so as to gain an understanding and appreciation for how fundamental physical chemistry impacts on life, environmental and industrial processes.

Prerequisite:ASAC2206
This course explores the concept and skills of comprehending and applying various spectroscopic techniques for compound interpretation and structure elucidation. These techniques include Ultraviolet (UV) spectrophotometer, Fourier Transformer Infra-Red (FTIR) spectrophotometer, Raman spectrophotometer, Mass spectrometry (MS), and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectrophotometer. It will enable the students to learn different transitions, selection rule, absorption maxima of UV, Raman shift, Rayleigh, stokes and anti-stokes and also how to read UV, IR, Mass, and NMR spectra, as well as how to use these spectra to the identification of unknown chemical, pharmaceutical, and environmental molecules.

Prerequisite:ASOC2101
This course deals with the application of computers and information technology in the field of chemistry. Three specific areas will be covered in this course which include (a) graphical representation of experimental data and statistical analysis using software (b) draw chemical structures in different dimensions and analyse physicochemical and structural features of molecules using software (c) introduction of molecular modelling, geometry optimization and retrieval of useful information on energetics and molecular orbitals.

The course is an introduction to the concepts and principles of Green Chemistry. Selected real world applications of Green Chemistry are presented to illustrate how these important guiding principles can be applied. The integral laboratory course provides valuable practical experience in relevant areas of the chemical sciences. It covers topics that are central to Green Chemistry including an introduction to the development of Green Chemistry, definitions and metrics, life cycle analysis, sustainable reagents and reactants, production and prevention of wastes, green catalyst, green solvents, microbial fuel cell, biodiesel, bioethanol, biogas technology, and toxicity. Innovative group and individual coursework assignments are designed to develop skills in communication and engagement and an understanding of social and environmental responsibilities within the broad area of Green Chemistry.

 

Semester 1

 

The course is designed to give fundamental knowledge of immune system at cellular and molecular levels including the mechanisms of action related to activation of innate immunity components and their activation of T and B lymphocytes. Also, the course briefly deals with the disorders of immune system such as immunodeficiency, autoimmunity and hypersensitivity, strategies of vaccine development, and immunotherapy.

The course introduces the students to the concept of Food Security and covers the topic of achieving food security, possibilities and challenges. In addition, it discusses food processing: definition and role in food security, main unit operations of food processing, processing both by application of and removal of heat. It also covers canning, packaging and food waste.

Prerequisite: ASAB3102
The course will introduce the students to one of the major elements of the global significance in biotechnology, starting from the comparison between the old and modern biotechnology to the applications of biotechnology in different fields. In addition, specific aspects of biotechnology will be discussed in terms of genetically engineered food or organisms, production of valuable products like biofuels and solving environmentally related aspects. Since GM food and cloning have controversial aspects, the students will be given highlights of the ethical aspects related to biotechnology along with a touch on the future of biotechnology.

The course deals with various types of pollution and its impact on human health and the environment. The course also discusses various control measures and solutions for the sustainability of the environment. The topics of industrial waste utilization and solid waste management are also discussed in detail. The concept of occupational health hazards and safety protocols are also addressed. The course also elaborates toxicological aspects by explaining the nature of various toxicants, toxicological studies, and their impact on human health and environment. Biological monitoring, biomarkers and elimination of pollutants through biotransformation process are also discussed in detail.

Prerequisite:
ASRM2207
ASAB2103
This course will enable the students to experience the opportunity of formulating a research project by undergoing the scientific process of literature review, planning, designing, sampling, data collection and analysis on the selected and approved topic. The course may add a new contribution or play a role in solving a problem that may be faced by an industry, scientific community and society. The students will be able to compile the research work in the form of a thesis progress report in the Applied Sciences Department. The students should be able to defend the project outcome effectively through oral and PowerPoint presentation.

Semester 2

Prerequisite: ASAB4103
The course deals with the crop improvement with advanced plant breeding applications. The course is majorly focused on Plant tissue culture and its breeding applications including micropropagation, somatic hybridization, soma clonal variations, somatic embryogenesis and production of plant metabolites using tissue culture techniques on large scale. In addition to the tissue culture techniques, the course also enables to study the advanced plant genetic engineering method and different transformation techniques to produce transgenic plants with wide applications. Finally, the course discusses about the different plant pathogens and controlling plant diseases using plant biotechnology concepts.

Prerequisite: ASAB3102
The course deals with an overview of Bioinformatics and introduction to biological databases. The course also discusses about FASTA and BLAST in detail. In addition to this the course describes sequence alignment, protein structure and function and phylogenetic analysis. The course will introduce concepts of biological and metabolic pathways and PCR primers designing.

Prerequisite: ASAB2208
The course covers various aspects of Industrial Microbiology including characteristics and selection of industrially important microbes, their screening, cultivation, growth kinetics, preservation, metabolic pathways involved in the synthesis of industrially important products. In addition, the industrial perspectives of fermentation technology viz., upstreaming and down streaming processes pertaining to selected products highlighting Good manufacturing practice (GMP) as well as regulations and guidelines associated with industrial Microbiology laboratories are dealt with in this course.

 

Prerequisite: ASAB4105
This course is an extension of Project A. This course will enable the students to complete the research work carried out in Project A. The students would carry out the required experiments and should be able to interpret, evaluate, critically analyse and relate the results to the outcomes of the project and draw logical and valid conclusions and recommendations in the form of final dissertation or thesis. The students should be able to defend the research work effectively through oral and PowerPoint presentation. The basics of writing and publishing a research paper and the preparation of poster for various competitions will also be discussed in this course.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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