Pharmaceutical Technology

Advancing healthcare through innovative pharmaceutical research, drug development, and manufacturing technologies

Pharmaceutical Technology Department
B.Tech Pharmaceutical Technology

Department of Pharmaceutical Technology

The Department of Pharmaceutical Technology at SVHEC bridges the gap between pharmacy and engineering, focusing on drug development, pharmaceutical manufacturing, quality control, and regulatory affairs. Our program prepares students for careers in pharmaceutical industries, research organizations, and regulatory agencies.

Advanced pharmaceutical laboratories and pilot plant
Industry-oriented curriculum with GMP practices
Experienced faculty with pharmaceutical industry background
Strong partnerships with pharmaceutical companies

About the Department

The Department of Pharmaceutical Technology was established in 2016 to meet the growing demand for pharmaceutical engineers in the drug industry. Our program uniquely combines engineering principles with pharmaceutical sciences, covering drug formulation, manufacturing processes, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and biotechnology applications in pharmaceuticals.

Vision

"To be a leading department in pharmaceutical technology education, producing innovative professionals who can drive advancements in drug development, manufacturing, and healthcare delivery."

Mission
  • Provide quality education in pharmaceutical technology with emphasis on industry practices
  • Foster research and innovation in drug development and pharmaceutical manufacturing
  • Develop industry-ready professionals with strong technical and regulatory knowledge
  • Contribute to society through safe, effective, and accessible pharmaceutical products

4 Years

Program Duration

60

Annual Intake

85%+

Placement Rate

AICTE

Approved

Academic Curriculum

Our curriculum is designed to provide comprehensive knowledge in mechanical engineering fundamentals, advanced manufacturing, and modern industrial practices.

First Year - Foundation
  • Engineering Mathematics - I & II
  • Engineering Physics
  • Engineering Chemistry
  • Engineering Mechanics
  • Engineering Graphics
  • Basic Mechanical Engineering
  • English Communication
  • Environmental Studies
Second Year - Chemical & Pharmaceutical Fundamentals
  • Organic Chemistry
  • Physical Chemistry
  • Pharmaceutical Analysis
  • Microbiology
  • Biochemistry
  • Human Anatomy and Physiology
  • Pharmaceutical Mathematics
  • Engineering Mathematics - III
Third Year - Core Pharmaceutical Technology
  • Pharmaceutical Unit Operations
  • Drug Delivery Systems
  • Pharmaceutical Quality Control
  • Pharmacology and Toxicology
  • Process Equipment Design
  • Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
  • Regulatory Affairs
  • Industrial Pharmacy
Fourth Year - Advanced & Specialization
  • Good Manufacturing Practices
  • Pharmaceutical Project Management
  • Novel Drug Delivery Systems
  • Pharmaceutical Economics
  • Biopharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetics
  • Major Project
  • Industrial Training
  • Professional Electives

Our Faculty Team

Our department features faculty members with expertise in pharmaceutical sciences, chemical engineering, and pharmaceutical technology.

Dr. K. SARAVANAN ME,PhD
Dr. K. SARAVANAN ME,PhD

Professor

Qualification: M.E, Ph.D

Experience:

S. ASWINI B.Tech,MS
 S. ASWINI B.Tech,MS

Assistant Professor

Qualification: B.Tech,MS (Research).

Experience:

S. LOGANANTHAN M.Pharm
 S. LOGANANTHAN M.Pharm

Assistant Professor

Qualification: M.Pharm

Experience:

Faculty Achievements
  • Best Teacher Awards from IPA and other professional bodies
  • Research grants from DBT, DST, and pharmaceutical companies
  • Industry consultancy projects with major pharma companies
  • Patents in drug delivery and pharmaceutical formulations

Department Facilities

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Lab

Pilot-scale manufacturing equipment for tablets, capsules, and liquid formulations with GMP-compliant environment.

Quality Control Laboratory

Advanced analytical instruments including HPLC, GC-MS, UV-Vis spectrophotometer for pharmaceutical analysis.

Drug Delivery Research Lab

Specialized equipment for developing novel drug delivery systems, nanoparticles, and controlled release formulations.

Pharmaceutical Biotechnology Lab

Facilities for fermentation, protein purification, and biopharmaceutical production with cell culture capabilities.

Microbiology Laboratory

Sterile environment for microbiological testing, sterility testing, and antimicrobial research.

Computer-Aided Drug Design Lab

High-performance computers with molecular modeling software for drug design and pharmaceutical informatics.

Equipment and Instruments
  • Tablet Compression Machine
  • Capsule Filling Machine
  • Fluid Bed Dryer
  • Dissolution Apparatus
  • Stability Chambers
  • HPLC System
  • GC-MS
  • FTIR Spectrophotometer
  • Particle Size Analyzer
  • Fermenters

Research Activities

Our department is committed to cutting-edge research in diverse areas of Pharmaceutical, fostering innovation, and collaborating with industry and academic partners to solve real-world challenges.

Novel Drug Delivery Systems

Nanoparticles, liposomes, microspheres, and targeted drug delivery systems

Pharmaceutical Analysis

Method development, validation, and quality control of pharmaceutical products

Pharmaceutical Biotechnology

Biopharmaceuticals, protein drugs, vaccine development, and fermentation technology

Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Drug synthesis, medicinal chemistry, and pharmaceutical process development

Ongoing Research Projects
  • Nano-drug Delivery for Cancer Treatment: DBT funded - ₹18 Lakhs
  • Herbal Drug Standardization and Quality Control: AICTE funded - ₹14 Lakhs
  • Sustained Release Formulations for Diabetes: Industry collaboration - ₹12 Lakhs
  • Bioequivalence Studies of Generic Drugs: ICMR funded - ₹16 Lakhs
Recent Publications
  • "Nanoparticle-based Drug Delivery for Targeted Cancer Therapy" - International Journal of Pharmaceutics
  • "Quality Control Methods for Herbal Pharmaceuticals" - Journal of Pharmaceutical Analysis
  • "Development of Sustained Release Matrix Tablets" - Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy
  • "Bioavailability Enhancement of Poorly Soluble Drugs" - European Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Student Research Opportunities
  • Final year projects in collaboration with pharmaceutical companies
  • Summer research internships in drug development
  • Participation in national pharmaceutical conferences
  • Patent filing support for innovative formulations
Placement Statistics
  • Placement Rate: 85%
  • Average Package: ₹6.8 LPA
  • Highest Package: ₹18 LPA
  • No. of Companies Visited: 60+
  • Core Sector: 75%
  • Total Students Placed: 180+
  • Manufacturing Sector: 60%
  • IT/Other Sectors: 25%
Top Recruiting Companies
  • Sun Pharmaceutical
  • Dr. Reddy's Laboratories
  • Cipla
  • Lupin Pharmaceuticals
  • Aurobindo Pharma
  • Biocon
  • Glenmark Pharmaceuticals
  • Cadila Healthcare
  • Alkem Laboratories
  • Torrent Pharmaceuticals
  • Strides Pharma
  • Hetero Drugs
Job Roles
  • Process Development Engineer
  • Quality Control Analyst
  • Quality Assurance Executive
  • Production Engineer
  • Research Associate
  • Regulatory Affairs Executive
  • Product Development Executive
  • Technical Sales Representative
  • Validation Engineer
  • Drug Safety Associate
Placement Preparation
  • Industry-specific technical training and workshops
  • GMP and regulatory affairs training sessions
  • Pharmaceutical industry visits and interactions
  • Interview preparation with industry professionals
  • Resume building with emphasis on pharmaceutical projects
  • Communication skills for pharmaceutical industry requirements

Department Activities

Student Clubs and Societies

Pharmaceutical Society

Student society focusing on pharmaceutical research, drug development projects, and industry awareness programs.

Quality Control Club

Club dedicated to pharmaceutical analysis, quality testing methods, and analytical instrument training.

Biotech Research Group

Research group focusing on pharmaceutical biotechnology, fermentation processes, and biopharmaceuticals.

Drug Discovery Forum

Forum for discussing latest developments in drug discovery, medicinal chemistry, and therapeutic innovations.

Technical Events
  • PHARMATECH: Annual pharmaceutical technology symposium and exhibition
  • FormulateX: Drug formulation development competition
  • QualityQuest: Pharmaceutical quality control and analysis competition
  • BioPharm: Biotechnology and biopharmaceutical project showcase
  • RegulateRight: Regulatory affairs and compliance workshop
Industry Interactions
  • Industry-specific technical training and workshops
  • GMP and regulatory affairs training sessions
  • Pharmaceutical industry visits and interactions
  • Interview preparation with industry professionals
  • Resume building with emphasis on pharmaceutical projects
  • Communication skills for pharmaceutical industry requirements
Workshops and Training
  • Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) training programs
  • Pharmaceutical validation and qualification workshops
  • Regulatory affairs and drug approval process training
  • Pharmaceutical analysis and method development workshops
  • Drug safety and pharmacovigilance training
  • Professional communication for pharmaceutical industry

Ready to Join Pharmaceutical Technology?

Advance healthcare through innovative pharmaceutical solutions. Contact our department for more information about the program and admission process.