IInd MBBS CBME Curriculum

Microbiology
Lectures SGT/ SEM/ CD/ DOAP/ SDL TOTAL
Integration
70 hrs 110 hrs 10 hrs 190 hrs

List of Lectures (70 Hrs):

COMPETENCY The student No of
No Lectures
should be able to Hrs

Topic: General Microbiology and Immunity Number of competencies: (11) Number of

procedures that require certification : (01)
MI 1.1 Describe the different L 1. history of Microbiology 7Hrs
causative agents of 2. Bacterial Morphology
Infectious diseases+A208the 3. Physiology and Metabolism of bacteria
methods used in their 4. Culture Methods
detection 5. General Virology
6. General Parasitology
7.General Mycology
MI1.3 Describe the L 1 Hr
epidemiological basis of 8. Infection
common infectious diseases
MI1.4 Classify and describe the L 2 Hrs
different methods of
sterilization and
disinfection. Discuss the 9. Sterilisation
application of the different 10. Disinfection
methods in the laboratory,
in clinical and surgical
practice
MI1.6 Describe the mechanisms of L 11.Bacterial Genetics 1 2 Hrs
drug resistance, and the 12. Bacterial Genetics 2
methods of antimicrobial
susceptibility testing and
monitoring of antimicrobial
therapy
MI1.7 L 13. Immunity 4 Hrs
14. Antigen
Describe the immunological
15. Antibody
mechanisms in health
16. Complement

MI1.8 Describe the mechanisms of L 17.Structure and Function of Immune System 2 Hr

immunity and response of 18. AMI and CMI

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 the host immune system to
infections
MI1.9 Discuss the immunological L 1 Hr
basis of vaccines and
19. Immunoprophylaxis
describe the Universal
Immunisation schedule
MI1.10 Describe the immunological L 2 Hrs
mechanisms in
immunological disorder
(hypersensitivity, 20.Hypersensitivity
autoimmune disorders and 21. Autoimmunity
immunodeficiency states)
and discuss the laboratory
methods used in detection.
MI1.1 1 Describe the immunological L 2 Hrs
mechanisms of 22. Transplantation
transplantation and tumor 23. Tumour Immunity and IDD
immunity
TOTAL 23 23 Hrs
Topic: CVS and Blood Number of competencies: (7) Number of procedures that require certification
: (NIL)

Describe the etiologic L 2hrs

MI2.1 agents in rheumatic fever
and their diagnosis
MI2.2 Describe the classification L 1. Streptococcus,
etio-pathogenesis, clinical 2.Pneumococcus and Enterococcus
features and discuss the
diagnostic modalities of
Infective endocarditis
MI2.4 List the common microbial L 1 hr
agents causing anemia.
Describe the morphology,
mode of infection and
discuss the pathogenesis, 3.Dengue and Chickungunya
clinical course diagnosis and
prevention and treatment
of the common microbial
agents causing Anemia
MI2.5 Describe the etio- L 3 hrs
pathogenesis and discuss
the clinical evolution and 4.Trypanosoma
the laboratory diagnosis of 5. Filaria
kalaazar, malaria, filariasis 6. Leishmania (Kala Azar)
and other common
parasites prevalent in India
MI2.7 Describe the epidemiology, L 1 hr
the etio- pathogenesis,
7. HIV
evolution complications,
opportunistic infections,

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 diagnosis, prevention and
the principles of
management of HIV
TOTAL 7 7 Hrs
Topic: Gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary system Number of competencies: (8) Number of procedures
that require certification : (NIL)
Enumerate the microbial L 1. E.coli, Proteus, Klebseilla 5 hrs
agents causing diarrhea and 2. Vibrio
dysentery. Describe the 3. E.histolytica
MI3. 1 epidemiology, morphology, 4. Taenia
pathogenesis, clinical 5. Ascaris, Hookworm
features and diagnostic Trichuris, E Vermicularis, Strongyloides
modalities of these agents
MI3. 3 Describe the enteric fever L 1 hr
pathogens and discuss the
evolution of the clinical
course and the laboratory
diagnosis of the diseases
caused by them 6. Enteric Fever and Non typhoidal salmonella
MI3. 5 Enumerate the causative L
agents of food poisoning
and discuss the
pathogenesis, clinical course
and laboratory diagnosis
MI3 .6 Describe the etio- L 1 hr
pathogenesis of Acid peptic
disease (APD) and the
clinical course. Discuss the 7. H.pylori, campylobacter and Cl.difficile
diagnosis and management
of the causative agent of
APD
MI3. 7 Describe the epidemiology, L 1hr
the etio-pathogenesis and
discuss the viral markers in
the evolution of Viral
8. Hepatitis
hepatitis. Discuss the
modalities in the diagnosis
and prevention of viral
hepatitis
TOTAL 8 8 hrs
Topic: Musculoskeletal system skin and soft tissue infections Number of competencies: (3) Number
of procedures that require certification : (NIL)
Enumerate the microbial L 2 hrs
agents causing anaerobic
infections. Describe the 1. Cl.perfringens
MI4.1 etiopathogenesis, clinical 2. Cl.tetani and Cl.botulinum
course and discuss the
laboratory diagnosis of
anaerobic infections

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 Describe the L 1 hr
etiopathogenesis, clinical
3. Staphylococcus
MI4.2 course and discuss the
laboratory diagnosis of bone
& joint infections
Describe the etio- L 3 hrs
4. M leprosy
pathogenesis of infections
5. Dermatophytes
MI4.3 of skin and soft tissue and
6. Actinomycetes
discuss the clinical course
and the laboratory diagnosis
TOTAL 6 6 hrs
Topic: Central Nervous System infections Number of competencies: (3) Number of procedures that
require certification : (NIL)
Describe the L 3 hrs
etiopathogenesis, clinical 1. H.influenzae
MI5.1 course and discuss the 2. Cryptococcus and Mucor
laboratory diagnosis of 3. Toxoplasma
meningitis
MI5.2 Describe the L 2hrs
etiopathogenesis, clinical
4. polio virus
course and discuss the
5. Rabies Virus
laboratory diagnosis of
encephalitis
TOTAL 5 5 hr
Topic: Respiratory tract infections Number of competencies: (3) Number of procedures that require
certification : (02)
L 1. C.Diptheria 7 hrs
Describe the etio- 2. M.Tb
pathogenesis, laboratory 3. Atypical Mycobacteria
MI6.1 diagnosis and prevention of 4. Bordatella
Infections of upper and 5. Mycoplasma and Chlamydia
lower respiratory tract 6. Orthomyxo virus
7. Paramyxovirus
TOTAL 7 7 hr
Topic: Genitourinary & Sexually transmitted infections Number of competencies: (3) Number of procedures
that require certification : (NIL)
MI7.1 Describe the etio- L 2 hrs
pathogenesis and discuss
1. Gonococci and NGU
the laboratory diagnosis of
2.Herpes and CMV
infections of genitourinary
system
MI7.2 Describe the etio- L 1 hr
pathogenesis and discuss
the laboratory diagnosis of
3. T pallidum
sexually transmitted
infections. Recommend
preventive measures
MI7.3 Describe the etio- L 1 hr
4. UTI
pathogenesis, clinical

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 features, the appropriate
method for specimen
collection, and discuss the
laboratory diagnosis of
Urinary tract infections
TOTAL 4 4 hr
Topic: Zoonotic diseases and miscellaneous Number of competencies: (16) Number of procedures that
require certification : (01)
Enumerate the microbial L 3 hrs
agents and their vectors
causing Zoonotic diseases.
1. Yersinia
Describe the morphology,
2. Leptospira and Borrelia
MI8.1 mode of transmission,
3. E. granulosus
pathogenesis and discuss
the clinical course
laboratory diagnosis and
prevention
MI8.2 Describe the etio- L 2 hrs
pathogenesis of
opportunistic infections (OI) 4. Candida
and discuss the factors 5. Histoplasma and Other dimorphic fungi
contributing to the
occurrence of OI, and the
laboratory diagnosis
MI8.3 Describe the role of L 1hr
oncogenic viruses in the
evolution of virus associated
malignancy
6. Oncogenic Viruses and emerging and re
MI8.4 Describe the etiologic L
emerging infections
agents of emerging
Infectious diseases. Discuss
the clinical course and
diagnosis
MI8.5 Define Healthcare L 1hr
Associated Infections (HAI)
and enumerate the types.
Discuss the factors that
contribute to the 7. Pseudomonas and HAI and its control
development of HAI and the
methods for prevention
MI8.6 Describe the basics of L
Infection control
MI8.8 Describe the methods used L 1 hr
and significance of assessing
8. Microbiology of Food, water and Air
the microbial contamination
of food, water and air
MI8.9 Discuss the appropriate L 1 hr
method of collection of
9. Collection of Sample
samples in the performance
of laboratory tests in the

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 detection of microbial
agents causing infectious
diseases
MI8.12 Discuss confidentiality L 1hr
pertaining to patient
identity in laboratory results
10. National Health Programs in the
MI8.16 Describe the National L
prevention of common infectious disease and
Health Programs in the
Bioethics: Universal Safety Principles
prevention of common
infectious disease (for
information purpose only as
taught in CM)
TOTAL 10 10 hrs

System wise Total of Lectures:

Sr Systems No of Lecture Hrs
N
o
1 Gen Microbiology and Immunulogy 23 23

2. CVS and Hematology 7 7

3. GIT and Hepatobiliary 8 8

4. Musculoskeletal and Skin soft tissue 6 6

5. Central Nervous system 5 5

6. Respiratory System 7 7

7. Genitourinary and Sexually transmitted 4 4

Infections

8. Zoonotic and Miscelleneous 10 10

70 70 Hrs
TOTAL

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LIST of SGTs/ Sem/ Integrated/ DOAP: (110 Hrs)
COMPETENCY The student SGT/Sem/Case/Integra No of Hrs Practical No of Hrs
No
should be able to ted DOAP

Topic: General Microbiology and Immunity Number of competencies: (11) Number of

procedures that require certification : (01)

MI 1.1 Describe the different 2 hrs

causative agents of 1. Culture Medias (SG)
Infectious diseases+A208the 2. Biochemicals (SG)
methods used in their
detection
MI1.2 1. Diagnostic 10 hrs
Perform and identify the Microbiology 1
different causative agents of 2. Morphology of
Infectious diseases by Gram - Bacteria
Stain, ZN stain and stool 3. Microscopy
routine microscopy 4. Gram staining
5. ZN Staining
MI1.4 Classify and describe the 6.Sterilisation and 2 hrs
different methods of Disinfection
sterilization and
disinfection. Discuss the
application of the different
methods in the laboratory,
in clinical and surgical
practice
MI1.5 Choose the most 3. Disinfection (Lab, 1 hr
appropriate method of OT, OPD) (Integrated)
sterilization and disinfection
to be used in specific
situations in the laboratory,
in clinical and surgical
practice
MI1.6 Describe the mechanisms of 4. Bacteriophage (Sem) 2 hrs 7 .Diagnostic 4hrs
drug resistance, and the 5.Minimisation of Drug Microbiology 2
methods of antimicrobial Resistance and and Gram
susceptibility testing and antibiotic Policy (SG) Staining
monitoring of antimicrobial 8. ZN Staining
therapy (repeat)
MI1.7 Describe the immunological 9. Serological 4 hrs
mechanisms in health Reactions 1
MI1.8 Describe the mechanisms of 10. Serological
immunity and response of reactions 2
the host immune system to
infections

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 TOTAL 5 5 Hrs 10 20hrs
Topic: CVS and Blood Number of competencies: (7) Number of procedures that require
certification : (NIL)

1. Causative agents of 1 hr
Describe the etiologic
Rheumatic Fever and
MI2.1 agents in rheumatic fever
its diagnosis
and their diagnosis
(Integrated)
MI2.2 2. classification etio- 1 hr
Describe the classification
pathogenesis, clinical
etio-pathogenesis, clinical
features and discuss
features and discuss the
the diagnostic
diagnostic modalities of
modalities of Infective
Infective endocarditis
endocarditis (Sem)
MI2.3 Identify the microbial 1. Streptococcus, 2hrs
agents causing Rheumatic Pneumococcus
Heart Disease & infective and Enterococcus
Endocarditis
MI2.4 List the common microbial 1hr
agents causing anemia.
Describe the morphology,
mode of infection and
discuss the pathogenesis, 3. Rickettsia (SG)
clinical course diagnosis and
prevention and treatment
of the common microbial
agents causing Anemia
MI2.5 Describe the etio- 2 hrs
pathogenesis and discuss
the clinical evolution and
the laboratory diagnosis of 4. Integrated : Malaria
kalaazar, malaria, filariasis
and other common
parasites prevalent in India
MI2.6 Identify the causative agent 2. Blood protozoa 2 hrs
of malaria and filariasis
MI2.7 Describe the epidemiology, 2 hrs
the etio- pathogenesis,
evolution complications,
opportunistic infections, 5.Integrated: HIV
diagnosis, prevention and
the principles of
management of HIV
7 Hrs 2 4hrs
TOTAL 5
Topic: Gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary system Number of competencies: (8) Number of
procedures that require certification : (NIL)

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 3hrs 1. 6 hrs
Enumerate the microbial Enterobacteriacai
agents causing diarrhea and 1. Shigella (SG) e (E coli, Proteus,
dysentery. Describe the 2. Isospora , Klebseilla)
MI3. 1 epidemiology, morphology, Cryptospora (Sem) 2. Vibrio and
pathogenesis, clinical Shigella
features and diagnostic 3. Giardia (Sem) 3. Intestinal
modalities of these agents Nematodes and
Stool Examination
MI3. 2 Identify the common 4. Intestinal 2hrs
etiologic agents of diarrhea Protozoa and
and dysentery Stool Examination
MI3 .4 Identify the different 5. Salmonella 2hrs
modalities for diagnosis of
enteric fever. Choose the
appropriate test related to
the duration of illness
MI3. 5 Enumerate the causative 2hr
agents of food poisoning
4. Food Poisoning
and discuss the
(Integrated)
pathogenesis, clinical course
and laboratory diagnosis
MI3. 7 Describe the epidemiology, 2hrs
the etio-pathogenesis and
discuss the viral markers in
the evolution of Viral 5. Liver Fluke (SG)
hepatitis. Discuss the 6. Integrated: Hepatitis
modalities in the diagnosis
and prevention of viral
hepatitis
MI3 .8 Choose the appropriate 6. Diagnostic tests 2hrs
laboratory test in the used in Virology
diagnosis of viral hepatitis
with emphasis on viral
markers
7Hrs 6 12 hrs
TOTAL 6

Topic: Musculoskeletal system skin and soft tissue infections Number of competencies: (3) Number
of procedures that require certification : (NIL)

Enumerate the microbial 1hr 1.Clostridia and 2 hrs

agents causing anaerobic Non sporing
infections. Describe the anaerobes
1. Non sporing
MI4.1 etiopathogenesis, clinical
anaerobes (SG)
course and discuss the
laboratory diagnosis of
anaerobic infections

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 Describe the 2. Staphylococcus 2 hrs
etiopathogenesis, clinical
MI4.2 course and discuss the
laboratory diagnosis of bone
& joint infections
Describe the etio- 2. Pox Virus (Sem) 3hrs 3. Mycology 6 hrs
pathogenesis of infections 3.Mycetoma and S/c 4. M leprae
MI4.3 of skin and soft tissue and Mycosis (Integrated) 5. Bacillus
discuss the clinical course 4. B anthracis
and the laboratory diagnosis (Integrated)
TOTAL 4 4hrs 5 10 hrs

Topic: Central Nervous System infections Number of competencies: (3) Number of procedures that
require certification : (NIL)

Describe the 1hr

etiopathogenesis, clinical
1. Meningococcus and
MI5.1 course and discuss the
Meningitis (Integrated)
laboratory diagnosis of
meningitis
MI5.2 Describe the 1hr
etiopathogenesis, clinical
2. Slow Viral Diseases
course and discuss the
(SEM)
laboratory diagnosis of
encephalitis
MI5.3 1. Microbial 2 hrs
Identify the microbial agents causing
agents causing meningitis Meningitis
(Meningococcus)
TOTAL 2 2hrs 1 2 hrs
Topic: Respiratory tract infections Number of competencies: (3) Number of procedures that require
certification : (02)

1. Tuberculosis 6hrs
(Integrated)
Describe the etio-
2. Lung fluke (SEM)
pathogenesis, laboratory
3. Legionella (SEM)
MI6.1 diagnosis and prevention of
4. Aspergillus (SG)
Infections of upper and
5. Other opportunistic
lower respiratory tract
fungi (SG)
6. Adenovirus (SEM)
MI6.2 Identify the common 1. C diphtheria 6 hrs
etiologic agents of upper and Gram
respiratory tract infections staining
(Gram Stain) 2. Bordatella and
MI6.3 Identify the common Hemophillus
etiologic agents of lower 3. M tuberculosis
respiratory tract infections and ZN staining
(Gram Stain & Acid fast

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TOTAL 6 6hrs 3 6 hrs

Topic: Genitourinary & Sexually transmitted infections Number of competencies: (3) Number of procedures
that require certification : (NIL)

MI7.1 Describe the etio- 1hr 1.Gonococcus 2hrs

pathogenesis and discuss
the laboratory diagnosis of 1. T vaginalis (SEM)
infections of genitourinary
system
MI7.2 Describe the etio- 1hr 2. Spirochaetes 2 hrs
pathogenesis and discuss
the laboratory diagnosis of
2. STDs (Integrated)
sexually transmitted
infections. Recommend
preventive measures
MI7.3 Describe the etio- 1hr
pathogenesis, clinical
features, the appropriate
method for specimen 3. UTI (SEM)
collection, and discuss the
laboratory diagnosis of
Urinary tract infections
TOTAL 3 3hrs 2 4hrs

Topic: Zoonotic diseases and miscellaneous Number of competencies: (16) Number of procedures that
require certification : (01)

Enumerate the microbial 1hr 1. Yersinia and 2 hrs

agents and their vectors Brucella
causing Zoonotic diseases.
Describe the morphology,
1. Zoonosis and
MI8.1 mode of transmission,
Brucella (SG)
pathogenesis and discuss
the clinical course
laboratory diagnosis and
prevention
MI8.4 Describe the etiologic 2 hr
2. Emerging and Re-
agents of emerging
emerging infections
Infectious diseases. Discuss
(Integration)
the clinical course and
3. Misc bacteria (SEM)
diagnosis
MI8.5 Define Healthcare
Associated Infections (HAI)
and enumerate the types. 4.HAI (SEM) 1hrs
Discuss the factors that 5. Integrated: PUO 2 hrs
contribute to the
development of HAI and the

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MI8.6 Describe the basics of 6. Infection Control 1hrs

Infection control (Integration)
MI8.7 Demonstrate Infection 2. Pseudomonas 2 hrs
control practices and use of and HAI and PPE
Personal Protective
Equipments (PPE)
MI8.8 Describe the methods used
and significance of assessing
the microbial contamination
of food, water and air
MI8.9 Discuss the appropriate 1Hrs
method of collection of
samples in the performance
7. Biomedical waste
of laboratory tests in the
Disposal (SG)
detection of microbial
agents causing infectious
diseases
MI8.10 Demonstrate the 3. Collection of 2 hrs
appropriate method of samples and
collection of samples in the Medical
performance of laboratory Entomology
tests in the detection of
microbial agents causing
Infectious diseases
Demonstrate respect for 1hr
patient samples sent to the
laboratory for performance
MI8.11 of laboratory tests in the 8. confidentiality
detection of microbial pertaining to patient
agents causing Infectious identity in laboratory
diseases results (SG)
MI8.12 Discuss confidentiality
pertaining to patient
identity in laboratory results
MI8.13 9. Appropriate 1hr
Choose the appropriate
laboratory test in the
laboratory test in the
diagnosis of the
diagnosis of the infectious
infectious disease
disease
(SEM)
MI8.15 Choose and Interpret the 10. Molecular tests
results of the laboratory (SG) 1hr
tests used in diagnosis of 11. Serological 1hr
the infectious disease Reactions (SG)
TOTAL 11 12 hrs 3 6hrs

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System wise Total SGTs/ Sem/ Integrated/ DOAP:
Sr Systems No of SGT/ Hrs DOAP Hrs
N Seminars/ session/Practical
o s
1 Gen Microbiology and Immunulogy 5 5 10 20

2. CVS and Hematology 5 7 2 4

3. GIT and Hepatobiliary 6 7 6 12

4. Musculoskeletal and Skin soft tissue 4 4 5 10

5. Central Nervous system 2 2 1 2

6. Respiratory System 6 6 3 6

7. Genitourinary and Sexually transmitted 3 3 2 4

Infections

8. Zoonotic and Miscelleneous 11 12 3 6

42 46 Hrs 32 64 Hrs
TOTAL
GRAND TOTAL 110 hrs

L: Lecture SG: Small Group CD: Case Discussion SEM: Seminar DOAP:
Demonstarte, Observe, Assess and Perform

SDL (Self Directed Learning):

Sr Topics No of Hrs
No
1 ELISA test 1hr
2 Widal test 1hr
3 Needle stick Injury 1Hr
4 Hand Hygiene 1Hr
5 MRSA Surveillance 1hr
6 Antibiotic Sensitivity testing 1hr
7 Antimicrobial agents 1hr
8 Viral Vaccines 1hr
9 Malarial Vaccines 1hr
10 Free living amoeba 1hr
Total 10 Hrs

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Resolution No. 3.2.2.1 of BOM-62/2020: Resolved to approve the restructured Formative
and Summative assessment pattern for 2nd MBBS Para-Clinical disciplines (Microbiology,
Pathology, Pharmacology and FMT) which is in line with Competency Based Medical
Education (CBME) curriculum guidelines as mandated by MCI. [Annexure-46A, 46B, 46C,
46D]

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 Format for Internal assessment examinations

Sr. No. Exam Theory Practical

1. 1st Internal assessment examination 100 100

2. 2nd Internal assessment 100 100

examination
2. Preliminary examination 200 100

Total 400 300

➢ Preliminary examination pattern will be as per University examination

➢ Respective colleges/ departments will conduct internal assessment examinations
and maintain records of the same.

Format of question
Paper Time – 3 hrs. Preliminary & University

Each subject – 2 papers (I / II) – 100 X 2 = Total 200 Marks

Portion:

Paper 1 General Microbiology, Immunology, CVS& Blood, GI & Hepatobiliary,

Musculoskeletal, skin &soft tissue infections, Aetcom module 2.4

Paper 2 CNS infections, Respiratory Tract Infections, Genitourinary Infections

&STIs, Zoonotic & Miscelleneous, Aetcom module 2.5

Theory Paper Pattern and Marks Distribution: (3hrs)

Paper Section Type and Number of Marks alloted Total Marks

Questions

Paper 1 Section A MCQs (20) 20 X1mk each= 20

20Mks
Gen Micro and Immuno-5

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 CVS & Blood-5

GI and Hepatobiliary-5

Musculo, skin and

Subcut-5

Section B SAQs (5/6) 5X 6 Mks each =30 40

Mks
(1 SAQ compulsory from
Aetcom)

LAQs (1/2) 1X 10 Mks each=10

Mks
(Atleast 1 LAQ clinical
Based)

Section C SAQs (5/6) 5X 6 Mks each =30 40

Mks
(1 SAQ compulsory from
Aetcom)

LAQs (1/2) 1X 10 Mks each=10

Mks
(Atleast 1 LAQ clinical
Based)

TOTAL 100

Paper Section Type and Number of Marks alloted Total Marks

Questions

Paper 2 Section A MCQs (20) 20 X1mk each= 20

20Mks
CNS-5

Resp Tract-5

Genitourinary and STIs-5

Zoonotic and Misc-5

Section B SAQs (5/6) 5X 6 Mks each =30 40

Mks
(1 SAQ compulsory from
AETCOM)

1X 10 Mks each=10

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 LAQs (1/2) Mks

(Atleast 1 LAQ clinical

Based)

Section C SAQs (5/6) 5X 6 Mks each =30 40

Mks
LAQs (1/2)

(Atleast 1 LAQ clinical

Based) 1X 10 Mks each=10
Mks

TOTAL 100

Practicals Pattern and Marks Distribution:

Grams Staining 15Mks

ZN Staining 15 Mks

Spots 10 Mks

Clinical Cases ( 2) 30Mks

1Case from Bacteriology

1 Case from Viro/ Parasito/ Mycology

Viva 1 15Mks

Viva 2 15 Mks

TOTAL 100Mks

INTERNAL EXAMS

There will be 2 Internal Exams besides prelims

There will be only one theory paper for both Internal Exams.

Prelims will be exactly like University exam

1st Internal Exam: End of January (Theory 100Mks, Practicals 100Mks)

2nd Internal Exam: End of April (Theory 100 Mks, Practicals 100Mks)

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Portion for Internal Exams:

1st Internal Exam:

General Microbiology , Immunology, CVS and Blood infections (Except Malaria and HIV)

2nd Internal Exam:

HIV, Malaria, Gastrointestinal and Hepatobiliary infections, Respiratory tract Infections

Prelims:

Paper 1 General Microbiology, Immunology, CVS& Blood, GI & Hepatobiliary,

Musculoskeletal, skin &soft tissue infections, AETCOM module 2.4

Paper 2 CNS infections, Respiratory Tract Infections, Genitourinary Infections

&STIs, Zoonotic &Miscellaneous, AETCOM module 2.5

1St and 2nd Internal Exams: (Time 3hrs)

Theory Paper Pattern and Marks Distribution:

Paper Section Type and Marks alloted Total Marks

Number of
Questions

1 theory Paper Section A MCQs (20) 20 X1mk each= 20

only 20Mks

Section B SAQs (5/6) 5X 6 Mks each =30 40

Mks
LAQs (1/2)

(Atleast 1 LAQ
clinical Based) 1X 10 Mks each=10

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 Mks

Section C SAQs (5/6) 5X 6 Mks each =30 40

Mks
LAQs (1/2)
1X 10 Mks each=10
(Atleast 1 LAQ Mks
clinical Based)

TOTAL 100

Practicals Pattern and Marks Distribution:

Grams Staining 15Mks

ZN Staining 15 Mks

Spots 10 Mks

Clinical Cases (2) 30Mks

Viva 1 15Mks

Viva 2 15 Mks

Total 100Mks

Internal assessment calculation

Sr. No. Criteria Theory Practical

*All internal assessment examinations 80 60

1.
including preliminary examination
Day to Day assessment
2.
➢ Day to Day assessment (3 Ultra 20
short answer questions like
Answer in one word or fill in the
blanks tests of 20 Mks each )

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 ➢ Day to Day assessment 20
(SDL/ Seminar/ OSPE etc)
Journal and Logbook 20
3.

Total 100 100

*Internal assessment examinations marks conversion to internal

assessment marks - Theory – Total 400 marks of Internal exams including
Prelims will be converted to 80

Practical – Total 300 marks of Internal exams including Prelims will be converted to 60

Total Marks on Final Marksheet for the subject of Microbiology will be

Theory 200 Mks
Practical 100 Mks
IA 200 Mks
TOTAL 500 Mks

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Resolution No.3.1.2.3 of BOM-59/2019: The updated list of Text books and Reference books for 2nd
MBBS (Microbiology, Pharmacology, Pathology, FMT) are approved. [Annexure-8]

(To be merged with syllabus i.e. Annexure-69 of BOM-57/2019 dt.26/04/2019)

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Recommended Books
A. Text Books :
Sr. No. Name of the Book Author
1 Textbook of Medical Microbiology Prof C.P. Baveja
2 A Textbook of Microbiology Apoorba Shastri
3 Textbook of Medical Microbiology Rajesh Bhatia & Itchpujani
4 Textbook of Medical Parasitology C K Jayaram Panikar
C.P.Baveja
5 Medical Parasitology
V.Baveja
6 Textbook of Medical Parasitology S C Parija

B. Reference Books :
Sr.
Name of the Book Author
No.
R. Ananthanarayan
1 Textbook of Microbiology
C K Jayaram Panikar
A Textbook of
2 P. Chakraborty
Microbiology
3 A textbook of Microbiology Surinder Kumar
4 Textbook of Parasitology Damle and Karyakarte
5 A Textbook of Parasitology Dr.K.D. Chatterjee.
6 Practical Microbiology Dr. Anuradha De
A textbook of Bioethics for
7 Princy Palatty
Healthcare Professionals
8 Bioethics Dr Chaudhary
9 MCQs in Microbiology Dr Shilpa Nair

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