Teaching

I am teaching tow courses this coming semester at University of Dhaka. If you have any specific questions about course topics, feel free to message me, and I will respond as soon as possible.

SWE 201: Introduction to Soil Science

Semester: Fall

Offered: 2025

This is a 4-credit introductory-level course that will cover the basic principles of soil science. Topics will include the concepts of soil as a natural body, composition of soil, functions of soil, soil formation and classification, physical/chemical/biological properties of soils. Lecture periods will consist of a combination of material presentation and designated time for applied learning activities.

SWE 535: Environmental Biotechnology

Semester: Spring

Offered: 2025

This is a 2-credit course. This course introduces environmental biotechnology, covering fundamental concepts, its role in biodiversity conservation, sustainable development, and climate change mitigation. Students will explore microbial and phytoremediation of organic pollutants and toxic metals, bioaugmentation, biostimulation, and the use of genetically engineered microorganisms. Key applications in solid waste management—including composting, vermicomposting, anaerobic digestion, and hazardous waste treatment—are examined, along with resource recovery through bioleaching, biomining, microbial desulfurization of fossil fuels, and biotechnological production of biofuels.