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VINOBA BHAVE UNIVERSITY
HAZARIBAG
COURSE CURRICULUM
FOR
UNDERGRADUATE COURSES
UNDER CHOICE BASED CREDIT SYSTEM
B.Sc. (Honours in Zoology)
UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF ZOOLOGY
VINOBA BHAVE UNIVERSITY
HAZARIBAG
With effect from 2015-2016
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Details of courses under B.Sc. (honours)
Course *Credits
Theory+ practical Theory +Tutorial
I. Core Course
(14 Papers ) 14x4=56 14x5=70
Core course Practical/Tutorial*
(14 Papers) 14x2=28 14x1=14
II. Elective Course
(8 papers)
A.1. Discipline Specific Elective 4x4=16 4x5=20
(4 papers)
A.2. Discipline Selective Elective
Practical/Tutorial* 4x2=8 4x1=4
(4 Papers)
B.1. Generic Elective/Interdisciplinary
(4 Papers) 4x4=16 4x5=20
B.2. Generic Elective
Practical/Tutorial* 4x2=8 4x1=4
(4 Papers)
• Optional Dissertation or project work in place of one Discipline Specific Elective
paper (6 Credits ) in 6th Semester
III. Ability Enhancement Courses
1. Ability Enhancement Compulsory Courses (AECC)
(2 Papers of 2 Credits each) 2x2=4 2x2=4
Environmental Science
English/ MIL Communication
2. Skill Enhancement Courses (SEC)
( Minimum 2) 2x2=4 2x2=4
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PROPOSED SYLLABI FOR CHOICE BASED CREDIT SYSTEM
B.Sc.Hons. In Zoology
(Six Semester Course )
SEMESTER-I
Semester II
COURSE Code Of
Papers
Name of Papers Credit
Total
Credit
Core Course C-3 Cell Biology 04 12
C-4 Diversity of Chordates 04
P-2 Practical based on C-3 & C-4 04
(B)
AECC
Ability
Enhancemen
t
Compulsory
Course
AECC-2 Environmental Science 02 02
(C)
Generic
Elective
GE-2 Chemistry/ /Botany 04 06
Total 20
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COURSE Code Of
Papers
Name of Papers Credit
Total
Credit
(A)
CORE
Course
C-1 Systematics & Diversity of Non chordate 04
12 C-2 Principle of Ecology 04
P-1 Practical based in C-1 & c-2 04
(B)
AECC
Ability
Enhancement
Compulsory
Course
AECC-1 Communicative English /MIL
02 02
(C)
Generic
Elective
GE-1 Chemistry/ /Botany 04 06
Practical-GE 02
Total
credits
20
4
Semester –III
COURSE Code Of
Papers
Name of Papers Credit
Total
Credit
Core Course C-5 Physiology 04 18
C-6 Biochemistry 04
C-7 Endocrinology 04
P-3 Practical based on C-5,C-6& C-7 06
(B)
Skill
Enhancement
Course
SEC-1 Aquarium Fish Keeping 02 02
Generic
Elective
GE-3 Chemistry/ /Botany 04(T)+02(P) 06
Total 26
Semester -IV
COURSE Code Of
Papers
Name of Papers Credit
Total
Credit
Core Course C-8 Genetics 04 18
C-9 Evolution 04
C-10 Animal behaviour 04
P-4 Practical based on C-8,C-9& C-10 06
(B)
Skill
Enhancement
Course
SEC-2 Vermi-culture and Composting 02 02
Generic Elective GE-4 Chemistry/ /Botany / 04+02 06
26
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SEMESTER V
COURSE Code Of
Papers
Name of Papers
Credit
Total
Credit
Core Course C-11 Immunology 04
12
C-12 Developmental Biology 04
P-5 Practical based on C-11& C-712
04
Discipline
specific Elective
DSE-1 Economic Zoology 04 12
DSE-2 Biostatistics 04
P-6 Practical based on DSE-1 & DSE-2
04
Total 24
SEMESTER VI
COURSE Code Of
Papers
Name of Papers Credit
Total
Credit
Core Course C-13 Molecular biology & Biotechnology 04
12
C-14 Medical Zoology
P-7 Practical based on C-11 & C-12
04
Discipline
specific Elective
DSE-3 Wild Life conservation &
Management
04 12
DSE-4
Agrochemical & Pest management
04
P-8 Practical based on DSE-3 & DSE-4
04
Total 24
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B.Sc. (Hons.) Zoology
Semester I Core Course C-1
Systematics and Diversity of Non Chordate
(Credit 4) Hours of teaching =60 hrs FM: 60
In all TEN questions are to be set. Question number 1 & 2 is compulsory.Q.No.1 will be of
objective type from entire syllabi in the form of multiple choice/true or false/fill in the blanks
etc. of each 1 mark ( Total: 12 marks) . Q.No.2 shall consist of short answer type covering
complete syllabi. 8 short questions are to be set and examinees are required to answer 4 (3 marks
x 4 questions). Rest eight questions are to be set from the each group covering whole syllabi and
examinees are required to answer three questions (long answer of 12 marks each) selecting at
least one from each group.
Core Course –(C-1 ):Systematics and Diversity of Non Chordate
Group-A
UNIT-1 Systematics
1.1 Binomial & Trinomial nomenclature,
1.2 New trends in animal Taxonomy (Chemotaxonomy, Cyto-taxonomy &
Molecular Taxonomy
1.3 Species and Speciation
1.4 Linnaean hierarchy
UNIT-2 Non–Chordates: Characters & Classification
General characters and classification of different phyla of Non Chordates up to
classes with examples showing distinctive / adaptive features
Group-B
UNIT-3 Non Chordata : Protists to Pseudocolmates
3.1 Phylum Protozoa: General account of locomotion, Nutrition and reproduction
3.2 Phyla Porifera: Canal system in Porifera
3.3 Coelentrate: Obelia Life cycle and metagenesis, Polymorphisms in
Siphonophora ;Coral Reefs –types, formation and
distribution
3.4 Platyhelminthes: Planaria ( General organization )
UNIT-4 Non Chordate: Coelomates
4.1 Annelida: Segmental organs (Coelomo-ducts & meta-nephridia) in annelid
4.2 Arthropoda: Larval form of Crustacea
4.3Mollusca: Torsion and Detorsion in Gastropods
4.4 Echinoderm: Water vascular System and locomotion in Asterias, Larval forms
of echinoderms
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Semester -1 Core Course (C-2)
Principle of Ecology
(Credit 4) Hours of teaching:4X15=60 hrs FM:60
In all TEN questions are to be set. Question number 1 & 2 is compulsory.Q.No.1 will be of
objective type from entire syllabi in the form of multiple choice/true or false/fill in the blanks
etc. of each 1 mark ( Total: 12 marks) . Q.No.2 shall consist of short answer type covering
complete syllabi. 8 short questions are to be set and examinees are required to answer 4 (3 marks
x 4 questions). Rest eight questions are to be set from the each group covering whole syllabi and
examinees are required to answer three questions (long answer of 12 marks each) selecting at
least one from each group.
Core Course-(C-2) :Principle of Ecology
Group-A
UNIT- 1. General concepts
1.1 Introduction to environmental biology
1.2 Components of ecosystem
1.3 Major ecosystems in world
1.4 Energy flow in ecosystem
1.5 Productivity, food chain and food web, Food Pyramid
1.6 Bio- Geochemical cycle
1.6.1 Water Cycle
1.6.2 Gaseous Cycles- Carbon and Nitrogen
1.6.3 Sedimentary Cycle- Phosphorous and sulphur
UNIT - 2. Population and communities
2.1 Population characteristics: Density, Natality, Mortality, Age pyramid and
growth curve
2.2 Nature, Structure and attributes of biological communities
2.3 Ecological succession and concept of climax
Group-B
UNIT- 3. Pollution
3.1 Sources and impact of environmental pollutants- air, water ,soil and Noise
3.2 Global environmental changes- green house gases and their effects
3.3 Acid rains
UNIT- 4. Natural resources
4.1 Soil, water, mineral resources and their conservation
4.2 Biodiversity- benefits, hotspots, threats and conservation
4.3 Human impact on mineral resources
4.4 Renewable and Non Renewable Source of Energy
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Books Recommended
Systematics (Animal Taxonomy)
1. Dalela& Sharma: Animal Taxonomy and Museology (1976, Jai Prakash Nath).
2. Kapoor: Theory and Practicals of Animal Taxonomy (1988, Oxford & IBH).
3. Simpson: Principles of Animal Taxonomy (1962, Oxford).
4. Roymahoney: Laboratory Techniques in Zoology (1966, Butterworths).
5. Mayer & Ashlock: Principles of Systematic Zoology (1991, McGraw Hill).
Non Chordates
6. Boolotian& Stiles: College Zoology (10thed 1981, Macmillan)
7. Campbell & Reece: Biology (7th edn. 2005, Pearson)
8. Dorit, Walker & Barnes: Zoology (1991, Saunders)
9. Taylor,.Green& Stout : Biological Sciences (3rded. 2005, Cambridge)
10. Mader: Biology (9thed. 2007, W.C. Brown)
11. Marshall & Williams: Text book of Zoology
l. I (Parker &Haswell, 7th ed. 1972, Macmillan)
12. Miller & Harley: Zoology (6th ed. 2005, W.C. Brown)
13. Nigam: Biology of Non-chordates (1997, S Chand)
14. Parker &Haswell: Text Book of Zoology, Vol. I (2005, Macmillan)
15. Purves et al: Life-the Science of Biology, (7thed. 2004, Sinauer)
16.Starr: Biology, Concepts and Applications (1991, Wadsworth)
P-1: Practical Based on C-1 & C-2
SYSTEMATICS AND DIVERSITYOF NONCHORDATES &
PRINCIPLE OF NON CHORDATES
(Credit 4) Hours of teaching: 4X15=60 hrs
Part A: Systematics and Diversity of Non Chordates
Semester I Practical Full Marks-40
Practicals Marks distribution
1. Dissection: 08
2. Slide preparation 05
3. Spotting 2X05= 10
a. Slides (03) 2X3=06 10
b. Museum Specimens (02) 2X2=04
4. Ecology experiment 07
6. Class record, poster/models/collection 05
7. viva-voce 05
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Suggested Practicals
1. Study of Available Museum Specimens of animals
• Sycon (As an example of parazoa), Hydra (as an example of diplo-blastic animal),
Fasciola (as an example of triplo-blastic acoelomate animal), Ascaris (as an example of
triplo-blastic pseudo-coelomate animal), Hirudinaria (as an example of triploblastic
schizocoelomate animal), Hermit Crab, Scorpion, Unio, Sepia, Aplysia, Loligo, Sea
Urchin , Ophiothrix (Brittle star) ( Example of Triplo-blastic coelomate)
2. Study of the following through permanent slides
1. Paramecium Slide (WM) 2. Gemmules of sponges 3. Conjugation in Paramecium,
4. Sporocyst of Fasciola with developing Redia, Cercaria and Metacercaria larvae
5.Nauplius ,Metanauplius, Cypris, Megalopa and Zoea larvae of Crustacea 6. Bipinnaria
3. Dissection:
1. Dissection of Digestive and nervous system of Earthworm
2. Dissection of digestive system of Palaemon and Nervous system of Palaemon
3. Dissection of Nervous system of Pila
4. Monunting
Mounting of Nephridia & ovary of earth worm, statocyst of Palaemon, heart , trachea
and salivary gland of Periplaneta americana , Radula of Pila, Cephalic appendages of
Palaemon
B. Ecology
1. Collection & Identification of different biotic component of pond Ecosystem
2. Estimation of dissolved oxygen.
3. Estimation of carbon dioxide
4. Estimation of Total alkalinity
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B.Sc. (Hons.) Zoology Semester II
Core Course C-3
C-3 Cell Biology Credit-4 Hours of teaching 4X15=60
In all TEN questions are to be set. Question number 1 & 2 is compulsory.Q.No.1 will be of
objective type from entire syllabi in the form of multiple choice/true or false/fill in the blanks
etc. of each 1 mark ( Total: 12 marks) . Q.No.2 shall consist of short answer type covering
complete syllabi. 8 short questions are to be set and examinees are required to answer 4 (3 marks
x 4 questions). Rest eight questions are to be set from the each group covering whole syllabi and
examinees are required to answer three questions (long answer of 12 marks each) selecting at
least one from each group.
Core Course (C-3): Cell Biology
Group-A
UNIT-1. The Cell and its Organization
1.1 Introduction to cell theory
1.2 Comparison of a generalized pro- and eukaryotic cell
1.3 Methods in cell biology: Elementary idea of microscopy (Light, Electron and Phase
contrast Microscope) and cell fractionation
1.4 Structure and function of plasma membrane and cell junctions
1.5 Introduction to endo-membrane system (Endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi complex,
Lysosome
1.6 Structure and functions of cytoskeleton
1.7 Structure and function of mitochondria
UNIT-2.Nucleus
2.1 Nuclear envelope
2.2 Chromosome: Structure & function
2.3 Introduction to polytene and lampbrush chromosomes
Group-B
UNIT - 3. Cell Division
3.1 Basic feature of Cell cycle
3.2 Mitosis & Meiosis and their significance
3.3 Elementary idea of cancer
UNIT-4. Elementary idea of Apoptosis & Necrosis
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B.Sc. Semester-II
C-4: Diversity of Chordates Credit -4 Hours of teaching: 4X15=60hrs
In all TEN questions are to be set. Question number 1 & 2 is compulsory.Q.No.1 will be of
objective type from entire syllabi in the form of multiple choice/true or false/fill in the blanks
etc. of each 1 mark ( Total: 12 marks) . Q.No.2 shall consist of short answer type covering
complete syllabi. 8 short questions are to be set and examinees are required to answer 4 (3 marks
x 4 questions). Rest eight questions are to be set from the each group covering whole syllabi and
examinees are required to answer three questions (long answer of 12 marks each) selecting at
least one from each group.
Core course (C-4): Diversity of Chordates
Group-A
UNIT-1. Hemichordates & Protochordates
1.1 General characters and Affinities of hemichordates
UNIT-2 Chordates: General characters and classification of the following up to order with
examples
2.1 Cyclostomes
2.2 Fishes
2.3 Amphibians
2.4 Reptiles
2.5 Birds
2.6 Mammals
2.7 Affinities of Prototheria & Metatheria
Group-B
UNIT- 3. Proto-chordates, Cyclostome, Fish & Amphibians
3.1 Retrogressive metamorphosis in Herdmania
3.2 Comparative account of Petromyzon and Myxine
3.4 Accessory Respiratory organ in fishes
3.5 Pedogenesis and neoteny with special reference to Axolotl larvae
3.5 Origin and evolution of Amphibia
UNIT-4. Reptiles, Birds & Mammals
4.1 Poisonous & Non-poisonous Snakes of India, Poison’s Apparatus and biting
Mechanisms
4.2 Flight Adaptation and mechanisms of flight
4.3 Comparative anatomy of heart, integument, Aortic Arches
and kidney in vertebrates
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Books Recommended
Cell Biology
1. Alberts et al: Essential Cell Biology (1998, Garland)
2. Alberts et al: Molecular Biology of the Cell (2008, Garland)
4. Karp: Cell and Molecular Biology (2008, John Wiley)
5. Lodish et al: Molecular Cell Biology (2008, Freeman) 2004
6. Pollard &Earnshaw: Cell Biology (2002, Saunders)
7. Cooper and Hausman: The Cell A Molecular approach (2007, Sinauer)
Chordate
Marshall & Williams: Textbook of Zoology, Vo
l. I (Parker &Haswell, 7th ed. 1972, Macmillan)
12. Miller & Harley: Zoology (6thed. 2005, W.C. Brown)
14. Nigam: Biology of Chordates (1997, S Chand)
15. Parker &Haswell: Text Book of Zoology, Vol. II (2005, Macmillan)
16. Purves et al: Life-the Science of Biology, (7thed. 2004, Sinauer)
B.Sc. Semester-II
P-2 Practical based on C-3 & C-4
Credit-4 Working hours -60
FM:40
Practicals Marks distribution
!. Dissection: 08
2. Slide preparation 05
3. Spotting
a. Slides: Cell Division-1; Histological-1 2X2=04 10
b. Museum Specimens (02) 2X2=04
c. Bones (01) 2X1=02
4. Cytological Slide Preparation (Mitosis/Meiosis) 07
6. Class record, poster/models/collection 05
7. viva-voce 05
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Suggested Practicals
Cell biology
1. Study of slides of prokaryotic cell-Bacteria
2. Study of slides of Unicellular Eukaryotic cell –Amoeba, Parameceium
3. Study of various stages of cell division through permanent slides Mitosis and Meiosis
4. Preparation of mitotic slides from onion root tips.
5. Study of Blood cells through slide preparation
6. Study of barr body through slide preparation from hair follicle /cheek cells of female.
Chordate Diversity
7. Pisces: Rohu, Exocoetus, Hippocampus, Torpedo ( Electric Ray)
8. Amphibia: Hyla, Alytes, Salamander
9. Reptiles: Draco, Hydrophis, Bungara, Pit Viper, Naja, Python
10. Aves :Ostrich model
11. Prototheria Models of Duck bill platypus ,spiny ant eater
12. Bones of Amphibia and Mammal
13. Study of histological slides : Skin ,Bone ,Lung, Stomach, Intetine, Liver, Kidney of
mammals
14. Dissection of local bony fishes ; Afferent and efferent and nervous system
15. Mounting of Scale
16. Mounting of rectrices
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B.Sc. Semester III
C-5 MammalianPhysiology Credit -4(T) + 2(P)
C-6 Endocrinology Credit -4(T) + 2(P)
C-7 Developmental Biology Credit -4(T) + 2(P)
C-5 : Mammalian Physiology
Total teaching hrs: 75 FM:60
In all TEN questions are to be set. Question number 1 & 2 is compulsory.Q.No.1 will be of
objective type from entire syllabi in the form of multiple choice/true or false/fill in the blanks
etc. of each 1 mark ( Total: 12 marks) . Q.No.2 shall consist of short answer type covering
complete syllabi. 8 short questions are to be set and examinees are required to answer 4 (3 marks
x 4 questions). Rest eight questions are to be set from the each group covering whole syllabi and
examinees are required to answer three questions (long answer of 12 marks each) selecting at
least one from each group.
Core course (C-5 ): Mammalian Physiology
Group-A
UNIT_1. Nutrition and Digestion 1.1 Balanced diet
1.2 Digestion and absorption of carbohydrates, proteins and fats
UNIT-2. Respiration and Circulation
2.1 Mechanism and regulation of breathing
2.2 Transport of oxygen and carbon dioxide
2.3 Respiratory quotient
2.4 O2 and CO2 dissociation curve, Bohr and Haldane effect, chloride shift
2.5 Composition of blood
2.6 Blood groups and Blood clotting
2.7 Cardiac cycle and its regulation
Group-B
UNIT3. Urino- Genital Physiology 3.1 Nephron
3.2 Urine formation
3.3 Hormonal control of renal function
3.4. Anatomy of Human reproductive organs
3.5. Menstrual Cycle in Humans
UNIT-4. Nerve physiology 4.1 Myelinated and non- myelinated nerve fibers
4.2 Resting and action potential
4.3 Initiation and conduction of nerve impulse through myelinated nerve
4.4 Synapse & Synaptic Transmission
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B.Sc. Semester III
C-6 BIOCHEMISTRY Credit 4(T) Teaching Hrs.60
In all TEN questions are to be set. Question number 1 & 2 is compulsory.Q.No.1 will be of
objective type from entire syllabi in the form of multiple choice/true or false/fill in the blanks
etc. of each 1 mark ( Total: 12 marks) . Q.No.2 shall consist of short answer type covering
complete syllabi. 8 short questions are to be set and examinees are required to answer 4 (3 marks
x 4 questions). Rest eight questions are to be set from the each group covering whole syllabi and
examinees are required to answer three questions (long answer of 12 marks each) selecting at
least one from each group.
Core Course(C-6 ): BIOCHEMISTRY
Group-A
F M:60
UNIT-1. Biomolecules
1.1 Amino acids : Properties, Structure and classification
1.2 Proteins : Classification, Structural organisation &conformation
1.3 Carbohydrates: Structure, Classification & biological significance
1.4 Lipids: Structure, Classification & biological significance
UNIT-2. Enzymes
2.1. General properties
2.2. Major classes of enzymes
2.3. Mechanism of enzyme action
Group-B
UNIT-3. Nucleic acids
3.1. DNA structure: DNA double helix (Watson and Crick model)
3.2. Types of RNA
UNIT-4. Metabolic path way
4.1 Glycolysis
4.2 kreb’s cycle
4.3 Beta oxidation
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B.Sc. Semester III
C-6 Endocrinology Credit 4(T) Teaching: 60hrs
In all TEN questions are to be set. Question number 1 & 2 is compulsory.Q.No.1 will be of
objective type from entire syllabi in the form of multiple choice/true or false/fill in the blanks
etc. of each 1 mark ( Total: 12 marks) . Q.No.2 shall consist of short answer type covering
complete syllabi. 8 short questions are to be set and examinees are required to answer 4 (2 marks
x 4 questions). Rest eight questions are to be set from the each group covering whole syllabi and
examinees are required to answer three questions (long answer of 12 marks each) selecting at
least one from each group.
Core Course (C-6): Endocrinology
Group-A
FM:60
UNIT-1. Classification of chemical messengers
1.1 Hormones and its classification
1.2 Neurohormones and neurotransmitters
1.3 Pheromones
1.4. General mechanism of hormone action
UNIT-2. Gastrointestinal hormones (gastrin, CCK, secretin and motilin)
Group-B
UNIT -3. Structures and functions of endocrine organs
2.1 Pituitary
2.2 Thyroid
2.2 Adrenal
2.3 Endocrine pancreas
2.4 Pineal
UNIT-4. Hormones, Drugs and Human health- production of hormones as pharmaceuticals
Suggested Reading
Mammalian Physiology
1. Nielson: Animal Physiology – Adaptation and Environment (5th ed. 2008, Cambridge)
2. Marshall and Hughes: Physiology of Mammals and Vertebrates (2nd ed. 1980, Cambridge)
3. Hoar: General and Comparative Physiology (3rd ed., 1987, Prentice Hall)
4. Prosser: Comparative Animal Physiology (4th ed. 1991, Satish Book)
5.C.C.Chaterjee Medical physiology
6.Guyton– a book on medical physiology
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Biochemistry
1. Boyer: Concepts in Biochemistry (3rd ed. 2006, Brooks/Cole)
2. Lehninger, Nelson & Cox: Principles of Biochemistry (4th ed, 2007, Worth),
3. Murray et al: Harper’s Biochemistry (25th ed. 2000, Appleton & Lange)
4. Stryer: Biochemistry (5th ed. 2001, Freeman)
5. Conn, Stumpf, Bruening & Doi: Principles of Biochemistry (5th ed. 1987, Wiley
6. Harper ;
Endocrinology
1. Hadley: Endocrinology (5th ed. 2000, Prentice Hall)
2. Turner and Bagnara: General Endocrinology, 6th ed.1984, Saunders)
3. Williams
4.Nooris
P-3 Practical based on C-5, C-6 & C-7
Credits 2+2+2=6 Total Practical hours -90
FM:60
Practicals Marks distribution
1. Physiology Experiment: 10
2.Biochemistry Practical 10
3. Spotting 5X4= 20
a. Endocrine Slides (04)
4. Class record, poster/models/collection 10
5. viva-voce 10
60
Suggested Practicals
Mammalian Physiology
1. Preparation of Haemin Crystal
2. RBC count by using haemocytometer
3. Estimation of Haemoglobin using Sahil’s method
4. Record of blood pressure by Sphygnomanometer
Biochemistry
1. Detection of biomolecules in the unknown sample –
a. Glucose
b. Amino acids
c. Proteins
d. Lipids
e. Citric Acids (Antioxidants)
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2. Quantitative estimation of glucose
2. Separation of Chlorophyll by chromatography
3. Test for salivary amylase action
Endocrinology
1. Study of permanent slide of Endocrines gland: Thyroid, Islets of Langerhans , Adrenal,
Testes and Ovary
B.Sc. Semester III
SEC -1 Aqua fish farming
Credit-2 Teaching hrs: 30 FM:40
In all TEN questions are to be set. Question number 1 & 2 is compulsory.Q.No.1 will be of
objective type from entire syllabi in the form of multiple choice/true or false/fill in the blanks
etc. of each 1 mark ( Total: 08 marks) . Q.No.2 shall consist of short answer type covering
complete syllabi. 8 short questions are to be set and examinees are required to answer 4 (2 marks
x 4 questions). Rest eight questions are to be set from the each group covering whole syllabi and
examinees are required to answer three questions (long answer of 8 marks each) selecting at
least one from each group.
SEC -1 Aqua fish farming
Group-A
Unit 1: The potential scope of aquarium fish industry as a Cottage Industry. Exotic and Endemic
species of Aquarium fishes
Unit 2: Common Characters and sexual dimorphism of fresh water and marine Aquarium fishes
such as Guppy, Molly, Sword tail, Gold Fish, Angel fish, Blue morph, Anemone fish and
butterfly fish.
Group-B
Unit 3: Food and feeding of Aquarium fishes- Use of live fish feed organisms. Preparation and
composition of formulated fish seeds.
Unit 4: Live fish transport- Fish handling, packing and transport techniques
Unit 5: General Aquarium maintenance- budget for setting up an aquarium fish farm as a cottage
industry, Common disease of aquarium fishes and their treatment
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B.Sc. Semester IV
C-8 Genetics Credit -4(T) + 2(P)
C-9 Evolution Credit -4(T) + 2(P)
C-10Animal Behaviour Credit -4(T) + 2(P)
SEC-2 Vermi culture & Composting credit – 2
C-8 : Genetics Credit-4 Total teaching hrs: 90
In all TEN questions are to be set. Question number 1 & 2 is compulsory.Q.No.1 will be of
objective type from entire syllabi in the form of multiple choice/true or false/fill in the blanks
etc. of each 1 mark ( Total: 12 marks) . Q.No.2 shall consist of short answer type covering
complete syllabi. 8 short questions are to be set and examinees are required to answer 4 (3 marks
x 4 questions). Rest eight questions are to be set from the each group covering whole syllabi and
examinees are required to answer three questions (long answer of 12 marks each) selecting at
least one from each group.
Core Course (C-8) : Genetics
Group-A FM:60
UNIT-1. Elements of heredity and variation
1.1 Mendel an d his experiments
1.2 Principles of segregation and independent assortment and their chromosomal basis
UNIT-2. Extension of Mendelism 2.1 Dominance relationships (Complete dominance incomplete dominance and co-
dominance)
2.2 multiple allelism
2.3 Lethal alleles
2.4 Pleiotropy
2.5 Epistasis
2.6 Polygenic inheritance
2.7cytoplasmic inheritance
2.8 Linkage and crossing over
2.9 sex- linkage
Group-B
UNIT-3 Sex Determination
3.1 sex chromosomes systems and sex determination : XX/XO, XX/XY, ZZ/ZW and
haploidy/ diploidy types
3.2 dosage compensation
3.3 Sex limited and sex influenced traits
UNIT-4. Mutation 4..1 Structural and numerical alterations of chromosomes and related disorder
4.2 Single gene disorder
4.3 Genetic counselling
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C-9 Evolution Credit 4(T) +2(P) Teaching Hrs.75
In all TEN questions are to be set. Question number 1 & 2 is compulsory.Q.No.1 will be of
objective type from entire syllabi in the form of multiple choice/true or false/fill in the blanks
etc. of each 1 mark ( Total: 12 marks) . Q.No.2 shall consist of short answer type covering
complete syllabi. 8 short questions are to be set and examinees are required to answer 4 (3 marks
x 4 questions). Rest eight questions are to be set from the each group covering whole syllabi and
examinees are required to answer three questions (long answer of 12 marks each) selecting at
least one from each group.
Core Course (C-9): Evolution
Group-A FM:60
UNIT-1 History & Evidence of Evolution 1.1. Geological Time Scale And Geological Era
1.2. Zoogeographical regions and Animal Disrtibution
1.3 Fossil as direct evidence
1.4 Types of Fossil
1.5 Dating of fossil
1.6 Phylogeny of Horse
1.7 Chronological order of fossils of man
UNIT -2 Introduction to source of evolution & evolutionary Theories
2.1 Lamarkism
2.2 Dawarnism
2.3 Neo Darwinism
2.4. Source of Variation : Mutation & Recombination
2.5 Sexual Isolation
2.6 Natural Selection in action (Industrial Melanism)
Group-B
UNIT-3 .Hardy Weinberg law of Equillibrium
3.1 Principle and attributes
3.2 Genetic Drift
3.3 Founder effect
3.4 Bottle Neck Effect
UNIT-4 Level of Evolution
4.1 Micro- evolution
4.2 Macro-evolution
4.3 Mega- Evolution
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C-10 Animal Behaviour Credit 4(T) Teaching Hrs.60(T)
In all TEN questions are to be set. Question number 1 & 2 is compulsory.Q.No.1 will be of
objective type from entire syllabi in the form of multiple choice/true or false/fill in the blanks
etc. of each 1 mark ( Total: 12 marks) . Q.No.2 shall consist of short answer type covering
complete syllabi. 8 short questions are to be set and examinees are required to answer 4 (3 marks
x 4 questions). Rest eight questions are to be set from the each group covering whole syllabi and
examinees are required to answer three questions (long answer of 12 marks each) selecting at
least one from each group.
Core Course(C-10): Animal Behaviour
Group-A FM:60
UNIT-1. Concepts and pattern of Behaviour
1.1 Innate /Instinct Behaviour
1.2 Acquired/ learned behavior
UNIT-2. Control of Behaviour
4.1 Neural control
4.2 hormonal control
Group-B
UNIT-3 Social organisation
3.1 Social organization in honey bee and Termites
3.2 Communication in animals
UNIT-4 Miscellaneous
. 4.1 Migration in Fishes and Birds
4.2. Biological Rhythms
4.3.Parental Care in fishes and Amphibia
P-4 Practical based on C-8, C-9 & C-10
Credit: Working Hrs:
FM:60
Practicals Marks distribution
1.Genetics Experiment: (Mendel’s law verification) 10
2.Evolution Experiment (Genetic law of Equilibrium) 10
3.Pedigree analysis- 05
4.Comment on Fossil/analogous/Homologous organs/models 05
5.Comment upon specimen showing behaviour 05
6.Experiment on behaviour (Geotaxis/Phototaxis/chemotaxis/locomotion )10
4. Class record, poster/models/collection 10
5. viva-voce 05
60
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Suggested Practicals
Genetics
1. Experimental verification of principles of segregation and independent assortment using
coloured beads and chi-square test.
2. Study of pattern of inheritance in human population of the traits Rolling of tongue and
Mid digital hair, hypertrichosis, widow’s peak.
3. Study of mutants in Drosophila
4. Genotype analysis in the pedigree chart of the Victorian family affected with haemophilia
5.Study of Colour blind by Isihara test
Evolution
1. Genotypic analysis of Taster and Non Taster for PTC in human population to estimate allele
frequencies by Hardy -Weinberg equation
2. Fossils study:, Trilobites,
3. Models of Chordate fossils – Brontosaurus, Dimetrodon, Archaeopteryx, Dinoceras.
4. Evolution of Horse – through models
5.Study of Serial homology exhibited by teeth and appendages
6.Study of Homologus and Analogus organ
Animal Behaviour
.1. Study of geo-taxis, photo -taxis , hygro- taxis in animals
2 Locomotory behaviour of dipteran larvae (Housefly/blowfly/fruitfly):
3. Locomotion on different types of substrata (writing paper, plastic sheet and sand paper
5. Study of individual and behavioural patterns of dog
5. Study of inter-specific association between cattle and crow
6. Study of bee hive and mound of termites
Recommended Books
Genetics
1. Brooker: Genetics : Analysis and Principles (1999, Addison-Wesley,)
2. Gardner et al: Principles of Genetics (1991, John Wiley)
3. Griffith et al: An Introduction to Genetic Analysis (2005, Freeman)
4. Hartl & Jones: Essential Genetics: A Genomic Perspective (2002, Jones & Bartlet)
5. Russell: Genetics (2002, Benjamin Cummings)
6. Snustad & Simmons: Principles of Genetics (2006, John Wiley)
7. Lewin: Genes IX (2008, Jones & Bartlett)
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Evolution
1. Moody: Introduction to Evolution (1978, Kalyani).
2. Savage: Evolution (1963, Holt, Reinhart and Winston)
3. Rastogi: Organic Evolution (1988, Kedarnath & Ramnath)
4. Strickberger: Evolution (2004, Jones & Bartlett)
Animal Behaviour
1. Drickamer & Vessey : Animal Behaviour – concepts, processes and methods (2nd ed. 1986,
Wadsworth,)
2. Freeland: Problems in Practical Advanced Level Biology (1985, Hodder & Stoughton,)
3. Goodenough et al.: Perspectives on Animal Behaviour (1993, Wiley)
4. Grier: Biology of Animal Behaviour (1984, Mosby)
5. Lorenz: The Foundation of Ethology (1981, Springer)
6. Manning & Dawkins: An Introduction to Animal Behaviour (5th ed. 1998, Cambridge).
7. Mcfarland : Animal Behaviour, Psychology, Ethology and Evolution (1985, Pitman).
8. Slater: An Introduction to Ethology (1985, Cambridge).
SEC-2 Vermi-culture & composting
SKILL ENHANCEMENT COURSE
Credits 2
Lectures 30
FM;40
In all TEN questions are to be set. Question number 1 & 2 is compulsory.Q.No.1 will be of
objective type from entire syllabi in the form of multiple choice/true or false/fill in the blanks
etc. of each 1 mark ( Total: 08 marks) . Q.No.2 shall consist of short answer type covering
complete syllabi. 8 short questions are to be set and examinees are required to answer 4 (2 marks
x 4 questions). Rest eight questions are to be set from the each group covering whole syllabi and
examinees are required to answer three questions (long answer of 08 marks each) selecting at
least one from each group.
Group A
UNIT-I: General properties of the soil - structure of the soil -sand, clay, salt, types of soils - soil
organisms.
UNIT-II: Physical properties of soil - soil colour, soil moisture, soil temperature, bulk density
of soil, chemical properties of soil PH, Electrical conductivity, organic, Nitrogen, Phosphate and
potash.
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Group-B
UNIT-III: Composting -anaerobic composting, aerobic composting, types of composting, vermi-
compost- earthworm species used in vermi-compost production - endemic species, exotic
species.
UNIT-V: Vermicopost -setting up vermicompost quality N, P, K, C, N, Microbial quality
applications —vermiculture -vermiwash —role of vermicompost in organic farming - its quality
and advantages over chemical inputs. Earthworms in Bio-reclamation of soil. Problems in
vermiculture units - remedial suggestions. Vermicomposting as a tool for solid waste
management - a small scale industry and it's economics.
REFERENCE
1. Brady, C.N, 1974 "The Nature and Properties of soils" Macmillan publishing Co. New York,
London.
2. Edwards, C.A., and Bohlen, P.J., 1996. Biology and Ecology of Earthworms, Chapman and
Hall, London Ismail, S.A., 1997, Vermicology: The Biology Earth worm Orient Longman
3. Kale Radha,D 1998. Earthworm: Cinderella of organic farming. Prism Books Pvt. Ltd.,
Bangalore.
4. Satchell,J.E., 1983 Earthworm ecology: From Darwin to Agriculture. Chapman and Hall,
London Stephenson J., 1923. The fauna of British India -Oligo
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B.Sc. Zoology Hons .Semester V
Semester V
C-11 Microbiology & Immunology Credits 4 (T) +2 (P)
C-12 Environmental biology & toxicology Credits 4 (T) +2 (P)
DSE-1 Economic Zoology Credits 4 (T) +2 (P)
DSE-2 Biostatistics Credits 4 (T) +2 (P)
C-11 Immunology
Credit- 4 (T) +2 (P) Teaching Hours 60 (T)
In all TEN questions are to be set. Question number 1 & 2 is compulsory.Q.No.1 will be of
objective type from entire syllabi in the form of multiple choice/true or false/fill in the blanks
etc. of each 1 mark ( Total: 12 marks) . Q.No.2 shall consist of short answer type covering
complete syllabi. 8 short questions are to be set and examinees are required to answer 4 (3 marks
x 4 questions). Rest eight questions are to be set from the each group covering whole syllabi and
examinees are required to answer three questions (long answer of 12 marks each) selecting at
least one from each group.
Core Course (C-11):Immunology
Group-A FM:60
UNIT-1 . Introduction to Immunity
UNIT-2. Cell and organs of immune system
2.1 Types of immune cells, lymphoid and myeloid
2.2 Primary and secondary lymphoid organs and lymphatic system
Group-B
UNIT-3. Humoral immunity
3.1 Antigen
3.2 Immunoglobulins: types, structure and function
3.3 Generation and diversity of antibodies
3.4 Function of B cell
3.4 Complement System
UNIT-4. Cell mediated immunity
4.1 Structural organization of MHC complex
4.2 Antigen processing and presentation
4.3 Function of T-Cells
4.4 Monoclonal Antibody
4.5 ELISA
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Core Course (C-12 ): Developmental Biology
In all TEN questions are to be set. Question number 1 & 2 is compulsory.Q.No.1 will be of
objective type from entire syllabi in the form of multiple choice/true or false/fill in the blanks
etc. of each 1 mark ( Total: 16 marks) . Q.No.2 shall consist of short answer type covering
complete syllabi. 8 short questions are to be set and examinees are required to answer 4 (4 marks
x 4 questions). Rest eight questions are to be set from the each group covering whole syllabi and
examinees are required to answer three questions (long answer of 16 marks each) selecting at
least one from each group.
Core Course (C-12 ): Developmental Biology
Group-A
UNIT-1 Early embryonic development
1.1 Spermatogenesis
1.2 Oogenesis
1.3 Ultra structure of sperm and ovum
1.4 Pre fertilization Events: Attraction of gamets,Fertlizin –Antifertlizi Interaction, capacitation
, Acrosomal Reaction , Amphimixis
1.5 Post fertilization events: Prevention of Polyspermy , Cortical reaction
1.6 Types of cleavage
1.7 Role of yolk in cleavage
1.8 construction of fate map
UNIT_2 Late embryonic Development
2.1. Extra embryonic membranes in chick 2.2 Placenta: Structure, Type and function
Group-B
UNIT-3, Post Embryonic Development
3.1 Metamorphosis in Insect
3.3 Regeneration
3.5 Concepts of Ageing
UNIT-4 Embryo transfer technology 4.1. Principles of collections of Umblical cord, gametes and embryos
4.2 Cryopreservation of gamets
4.3.Superovulation and embryo transfer technology
4.4 Teratogen and their effects on Embryonic development , Amniocentesis
Recommended Books
Developmental Biology
1. Alberts et al: Molecular Biology of the Cell (2008, Garland)
2. Balinsky: An Introduction to Embryology (1981, CBS)
3. Gilbert: Developmental Biology (8th ed., 2006, Sinauer)
4. Wolpert: Principles of Development (3rd ed. 2007, Oxford)
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Immunology
1. Abbas et al: Cellular and Molecular Immunology (2001, Saunders)
2. Alberts et al: Molecular Biology of the Cell (5th ed. 2008, Garland)
3. Kuby: Immunology (2003, Freeman)
4. Roitt and Delvis: Roitt’s Essential Immunology (6th ed. 2006, Blackwell)
Practical -P5
Based on C-11 & C-12
FM:40
Practicals Marks distribution
1.Immunology (Blood Film Preparation /Blood group test 08
2.Development biology (window preparation) 10
3Spotting 1.T.S of Lymphoid organs 2 2X6= 12
2.Embrylogical Slides 4
4. Class record, poster/models/collection 05
5. viva-voce 05
80
Suggested Practicals
Immunology
1.Study of different Immune cells by blood film preparation
2.Demonstration of agglutination by blood group test on slide
3.Study of Different antibody structure through model
4.demonstration of Immuno diffusion technique
5.Demonstation of ELISA
6.Study of T.s of Bone, Thymus spleen as lymphoid organs
Developmental biology
1.study of embryonic slides of frog
2.study of embryonic slides of chick:WM of 18 hrs, 21 hrs,24hrs,36 hrs ,48 hrs and 72 hrs
3. Window preparation in chick egg
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DSE-1 Economic Zoology Credit-4(T) +2(P)
Teaching Hrs -60 (T) FM:60
In all TEN questions are to be set. Question number 1 & 2 is compulsory.Q.No.1 will be of
objective type from entire syllabi in the form of multiple choice/true or false/fill in the blanks
etc. of each 1 mark ( Total: 12 marks) . Q.No.2 shall consist of short answer type covering
complete syllabi. 8 short questions are to be set and examinees are required to answer 4 (3 marks
x 4 questions). Rest eight questions are to be set from the each group covering whole syllabi and
examinees are required to answer three questions (long answer of 12 marks each) selecting at
least one from each group.
DSE-1:Economic Zoology
Group-A
Unit 1: Bee-keeping and Bee Economy (Apiculture)
Varieties of honey bees, stingless honey bee and Bee pasturage; Setting up an apiary Rearing
equipments, handling of bees, artificial diet; Diseases of honey bee, , and their management;
Honey extraction techniques; Physico-chemical analysis of honey; Other beneficial products
from bee.
Unit 2: Silk and Silk Production (Sericulture)
Different types of silk and silkworms in India; Rearing of Bombyx mori – Rearing racks and
trays, disinfectants, rearing appliances, black boxing, Chawki rearing, bed cleaning, mountages,
harvesting of cocoons; Silkworm diseases: Pebrine, Flacherie, Grasserie, Muscardine and
Aspergillosis, and their management; Silkworm pests and parasites: Uzi fly, Dermestid beetles,
and their management; Silk reeling techniques; Quality assessment of silk fibers.
Group-B
Unit 3: Aquaculture
Brood stock management; Induced breeding of fish and prawn; Management of hatchery of
fish; Management of nursery, rearing and stocking ponds; Preparation and maintenance of fish
aquarium; Preparation of compound diets for fish; Role of water quality in aquaculture; Fish
diseases: Bacterial, viral and parasitic; Preservation and processing of harvested fish; Fishery
by-products
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Unit 4: Dairy/Poultry Farming
Introduction; Indigenous and exotic breeds; Rearing, housing, feed and rationing; Commercial
importance of dairy and poultry farming; Varietal improvement techniques; Diseases and their
management; Dairy/poultry farm management and business plan; Visit to any Dairy
farm/Poultry farm
Unit-5 Lac Culture
* Submission of report on any one field visits mentioned above
SUGGESTED READINGS
1. Prost, P. J. (1962). Apiculture. Oxford and IBH, New Delhi.
2. Sericulture, FAO Manual of Sericulture.
3. Hafez, E. S. E. (1962). Reproduction in Farm Animals, Lea and Fabiger Publishers.
4. Srivastava, C. B. L. (1999). Fishery Science and Indian Fisheries. Kitab Mahal
publications, India.
5. Sardar Singh, Beekeeping in India, Indian council of Agricultural Research, New
Delhi.45
6. Dhyan Singh Bisht, Apiculture, ICAR Publication.
7. Knobil, E. and Neill, J. D. (2006). The Physiology of Reproduction, Vol. 2, Elsevier
Publishers.
8. Dunham R. A. (2004). Aquaculture and Fisheries Biotechnology - Genetic
Approaches. CABI publications, U.K.
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DSE-2 Biostatistics Credit-4(T) +2(P)
Teaching Hrs -60 (T) FM;60
In all TEN questions are to be set. Question number 1 & 2 is compulsory.Q.No.1 will be of
objective type from entire syllabi in the form of multiple choice/true or false/fill in the blanks
etc. of each 1 mark ( Total: 12 marks) . Q.No.2 shall consist of short answer type covering
complete syllabi. 8 short questions are to be set and examinees are required to answer 4 (3 marks
x 4 questions). Rest eight questions are to be set from the each group covering whole syllabi and
examinees are required to answer three questions (long answer of 12 marks each) selecting at
least one from each group.
Group-A
UNIT-1 Sampling (Data collection)
1.1 primary Data
1.2 Secondary data
1.3 Frequency distribution and tally marks
UNIT-2 Classification & Tabulation
UNIT-3Representation of data
3.1 Diagramatic Representation: Histogram & Pie Diagram
3.2 Graphical representation of Data
Group-B
UNIT-4. Measurement of central tendency
4.1 Mean
4.2 median
4.3 mode
UNIT-5 Measurment of Variation
5.1 standard deviation
5.2 standard error
5.4 Coefficient of variation
UNIT-6 Test of Significance
6.1 Chi square test
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P-6 Practical based on DSE-1 & DSE-2
FM:40
Practicals Marks distribution
1. Biostat practicals (Mean.Median/Chi Squre/Std.deviation ) 07
2. Graph/Histogram/Pie chart preparation 03
3. Spotting on economic slides/specimens (3 slides ,3 specimens) 2X6=12
4. Report on Visit to any animal culture centre/Institute 08
4. Class record, poster/models/collection 05
5. viva-voce 05
40
Suggested Practicals
Practical DSE-1 Economic Zoology
1. Report on field Visit to sight of sericulture, Apiculture, Lac Culture and Aquaculture
2. Study of Infested Lac stick, Cocoon, honey comb, Infested fishes
3. Study of Paddy pests, Pest of Sugar cane
4. Study of some economically Important fishes
Practical DSE-2 Biostatistics
1. Determination of mean, median & mode
2. Determination of Deviation
3. Diagrammatic representation of statistical data
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B.Sc .Semester VI
C-13 Molecular Biology & Biotechnology Credits 4 (T) +2 (P)
C-14 Medical Zoology Credits 4 (T) +2 (P)
DSE-3 Wild Life Conservation & management Credits 4 (T) +2 (P)
DSE-4 Agro chemical & pest management Credits 4 (T) +2 (P)
Molecular Biology & Biotechnology Credidt 4 (T) +2 (P) Teaching Hours 60
hrs (T)+30hrs (P)
In all TEN questions are to be set. Question number 1 & 2 is compulsory.Q.No.1 will be of
objective type from entire syllabi in the form of multiple choice/true or false/fill in the blanks
etc. of each 1 mark ( Total: 16 marks) . Q.No.2 shall consist of short answer type covering
complete syllabi. 8 short questions are to be set and examinees are required to answer 4 (4 marks
x 4 questions). Rest eight questions are to be set from the each group covering whole syllabi and
examinees are required to answer three questions (long answer of 16 marks each) selecting at
least one from each group.
Core Course (C-13): Molecular Biology & Biotechnology
FM:60
Group-A
UNIT-1. Nucleic Acids
1.1 Mechanism of DNA replication in prokaryote
1.3 Mechanism of transcription in prokaryote
1.4 Mechanism of translation in Prokaryote
UNIT 2. Gene Regulation 2.1 Concepts of operon ( Positive& Negative; Inducible & Repressible)
2.3 Lac operon,
2.4 trp operon,
Group-B
UNIT 3. Elementary idea of Repetitive DNA damage & DNA repair mechanism
3.1 transposable genetic elements,
3.2 DNA damage by Mutagen
3.3 Mismatch repair
3.4 Thymine Dimer Repair
UNIT-4 Biotechnology
4.1 Tools: Restriction enzymes, Cloning Vectors
4.2 Construction of recombinant DNA
4.3 Transgenic animals, a concept
4.4 DNA fingerprinting
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Core Course (C-14): -Medical zoology
FM:60
Group-A
UNIT-1 Life Cycle, Pathogenicity , clinical features, prophylaxis and control of pathogenic
protozoan
1.1 Plasmodium
1.2 Entamoeba histolytica
1.3 Leishmania donovani
1.4 Giardia
1.5 Trichomona
1.6 Trypanosoma
UNIT-2 Pathogenic Helminthes parasites ,clinical Features ,Control and prophylaxis
2.1 Fasciola sp.
2.2 Taenia
2.3 schistosoma
2.4 Wuchereria
2.5 Ascaries
Group-B
UNIT-3 Vector Biology
a. Mosquito (Anopheles Female), Yellow Fever ,Dengue Fever,(Aedes)Filariasis (Culex
Female )Japanese B encephalitis
b. Plague
c. Epidimic typhus ticks (pediculus)
UNIT-4 Non Vector Diseases
4.1Typhoid
4.2 Cholera
4.3 Small pox
4.4 HIV
4.5 Swine Flu
UNIT-5 General Account of Vaccine & Vaccination , Eradication Programme , drug
Therapy and drug resistance
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P-7 Practical based on C-13 & C-14
FM:40
Practicals Marks distribution
1.Estimation of sugar by colorimeter 08
2.Spotting: 1. photographs of Molecular
Biology/biotech importance– 2 3X5= 15
2. Slides of parasites -3
5.Physical characterisation of urine/Bleeding & clotting Time 07
4. Class record, poster/models/collection 05
5. viva-voce 05
40
Suggested Practicals
Molecular biology & Biotechnology
1. Demonstration of DNA separation on Gel
2. Use of micropipette
3. Protein estimation by Colorimeter
4. study of transposition through Maize specimens /Photographs
5. study of Cloned animal through photographs
6 . study of transgenic animals through photographs
Medical Zoology
1.Physical examination of urine
2.Blood film preparation
3.Determination of Bleeding and clotting time
4.Glucose presence in Urine and serum
5.Slides / museum specimens of parasites
Books Recommended
Molecular biology & biotechnology
1. B.D.Singh – A Text book of Biotechnology
2.. Alberts et al: Molecular Biology of the Cell (2008, Garland)
3. Karp: Cell and Molecular Biology (2008, John Wiley)
4. Lodish et al: Molecular Cell Biology (2008, Freeman)
Microbiology
1. Madigan and Martinko: Brock Biology of Microorganisms (2006, Prentice Hall)
2. Prescott, Harley and Klein: Microbiology (1999, McGraw)
3. Pelzar – Microbiology
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DISCIPLINE CENTRIC ELECTIVE ( DSE-3)
In all TEN questions are to be set. Question number 1 & 2 is compulsory.Q.No.1 will be of
objective type from entire syllabi in the form of multiple choice/true or false/fill in the blanks
etc. of each 1 mark ( Total: 12 marks) . Q.No.2 shall consist of short answer type covering
complete syllabi. 8 short questions are to be set and examinees are required to answer 4 (3 marks
x 4 questions). Rest eight questions are to be set from the each group covering whole syllabi and
examinees are required to answer three questions (long answer of 12 marks each) selecting at
least one from each group.
WILD LIFE CONSERVATION AND MANAGEMENT
(CREDITS: THEORY-4, PRACTICALS- 2)
THEORY
Teaching Hrs: 60
Group-A
Unit 1: Wild Life- Values of wild life- positive and negative; conservation ethics; Importance of
conservation; causes of depletion
Unit 2: Habitat analysis, Evaluation and management of wild life- Physical parameters;
topography, Geology, Soil and water; Biological parameters: food, cover, forage, browse and
cover ;Remote sensing and GIS.
Unit 3: Population estimation: Population density, Natality, Birth Rate, Mortality, fertility,
Faecal analysis of ungulates and carnivores; Faecal samples, slide preparation, Hair
identification, Pug marks and census method.
Group-B
Unit 4: National Organisations involved in wild life conservation; wild life Legislation- Wild
protection act 1972, its amendments and implementation, Eco-tourism/ Wild life tourism in
forests.
Unit 5: Management of excess population and translocation; bio-telemetry; Care of injured and
diseased animal; Quarantine; common diseases of wild animal.
Unit 6: Protected areas National parks and sanctuaries, community reserve; Important features of
protected areas in India; Tiger conservation- Tiger reserves in India; Management challenges in
Tiger reserve.
Unit-7 Red data book, IUCN, WWF
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Recommended Books
Wild Life Conservation & Management
1. Fundamentals of Wildlife Management. Author: Rajesh Gopal, Publisher: Natraj
Publisher, Dehara Dun.
2. Techniques for Wildlife Census in India : A Field Manual. W.A. Rodgers, Dehra Dun :
Wildlife Institute of India, 1991
3. S.H. Prater, The book of Indian animals Natraj Publications
4. Salim Ali, Book of Indian Birds, Bombay Natural Historical Society
5. P.C. Sinha, Wildlife and forest conservation Anmol Publications
6. Anand S. Khati, Indian National Parks and Sanctuaries, Pelican Creations
7. Saharia V B, 1982. Wildlife in India, Natraj Publishers, Dehra Dun
8. Dasmann R F, 1964. Wildlife Biology, John Wiley & Sons, New York
9. Gilas R H Jr.(ed.), 1984. Wildlife Management Techniques, 3rd ed. The Wildlife Society,
Washington D.C., Nataraj Publishers, Dehra Dun.
10. Robinson W L and Eric G Bolen, 1984. Wildlife Ecology and Management, Maxmillan
Publishing Company, New York.
11. Saharia V B, 1982. Wildlife of India, Natraj Publishers, Dehra Dun.
12. Teague R D (ed.), 1987. A Manual of Wildlife Conservation (The Wildlife Society,
Wsashington D.C.). Nataraj Publishers, Dehra Dun.
13. A Guide to Chemical Restraint of Animals. WII.
14. Technical Manual -T M -2. WII.
15. Right of Passage: Published by Vivek Menon, Sandeep Kumar Tiwari, P. S. Easa, R.
Sukumar, WTI.
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DISCIPLINE CENTRE ELECTIVE ( DSE-4)
In all TEN questions are to be set. Question number 1 & 2 is compulsory.Q.No.1 will be of
objective type from entire syllabi in the form of multiple choice/true or false/fill in the blanks
etc. of each 1 mark ( Total: 12 marks) . Q.No.2 shall consist of short answer type covering
complete syllabi. 8 short questions are to be set and examinees are required to answer 4 (3 marks
x 4 questions). Rest eight questions are to be set from the each group covering whole syllabi and
examinees are required to answer three questions (long answer of 12 marks each) selecting at
least one from each group.
AGROCHEMICAL & PEST MANAGEMENT
(CREDITS: THEORY-4, PRACTICALS- 2)
THEORY
Teaching Hrs: 60
Group-A FM:60
UNIT-1 Fundamentals of Pest management
Pest : Definition ,types of pest according to damage (sub-economic, Occassional,
perennial , economic threshold
UNIT-2 Practical approach to pest management
General morphology of different types of insect, biting and chewing type, Piercing &
sucking type of mouth parts , integrated pest management : Cultural, biological,
chemical, genetic control
Group-B
UNIT-3 Agrochemical: common pesticides and insecticides , Nomenclature , Mode of action ,
tools & techniques for pesticide application , measurement of insecticides Toxicity by
LD50
UNIT-4 Study of Pest in laboratory and field
Visit to agriculture field to study biology, damage and management practices of pests of
agriculture crops
Rearing of stored grain pests and study of different stages
P-8 Practicals Based on DES-3 &DSE-4
Practicals Marks distribution
1 Comment upon given Photographs /model of avian fauna(1X5)= 05
2. Comment on given endangered Mammalian species (1X5) = 05
3.Comment upon given Equipment.: Wild Life management-1 05
Pest Mangement-1 05
5. Spotting a. animal marks (1); Pest (1) 2X5 10
4. Class record, poster/models/collection 05
5. viva-voce 05
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DSE-3 PRACTICALS
1. Identification of flora, mammalian fauna, avian fauna,
2. Demonstration of basic equipment needed in wildlife studies use, care and maintenance
(Binoculars, GPS (Global Positioning System , various types of cameras and lenses)
3. Familiarization and study of animal evidences in the field, identification of animals through
pug marks, hoof marks, scats, pellet groups, nest antlers etc.
4. Demonstration of different field techniques for flora and fauna
Practicals DSE-4
1. Trip to ICAR governing field of your locality / FCI
2. Collection preservation and slide preparation of pest
3 Study of infested plants / parts
4. Study of instrument used in pest management (IPM)
5. Determination of LD 50 from the generated data.
Recommended Books
AGROCHEMICAL & PEST MANAGEMENT
1. Pradhan S 91969)Insect pest of crops ,National book trust , India Book house
2. Dennis, S. Hill(2005)Agricultural Insect Pests of Tropics and their management
3. Atwal,A.S.(1993)Agriculture pest of India and south east Asia, Kalyani Pub.New Delhi
4. Pedigo L.p.(2002)Entomology & Pest management Prentice hall publication
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COURSE CURRICULUM FOR UNDERGRADUATE COURSES UNDER
CHOICE BASED CREDIT SYSTEM
B.Sc. (General in Zoology)
UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF ZOOLOGY
VINOBA BHAVE UNIVERSITY
HAZARIBAG
With effect from 2015-2016
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PROPOSED SCEME FOR CHOICE BASED CREDIT SYSTEM IN B.Sc.
GENERAL/PASS PROGRAM
SEMESTER –I
Course Code Name of Papers Credit T Practical Total
Core Course CC-1A Animal Classification
Diversity
06 04 02 06
Core Course CC-1B Botany 06 04 02 06
Core Course CC-1C Chemistry 06 04 02 06
practical P-1 Practical based on CC-
1A
02
Ability
Enhancement
compulsory
course
AECC-
1
MIL/English
Communication
02 02
Total
credit
20
SEMESTER II
Course Code Name of Papers Credit T Practical Total
Core Course CC-2A Cell Biology, Genetics
and Evolution
06 04 02 06
Core Course CC-2B 06 04 02 06
Core Course CC-2C 06 04 02 06
practical P-2 Practical based on CC-
2A
02
Ability
Enhancement
compulsory
course
AECC-
2
Environmental
science/MIL/English
Communication
02 02
Total
credit
20
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SEMESTER III
Course Code Name of Papers Credit T Practical Total
Core Course CC-3A Biochemistry, Physiology
and Developmental
Biology
06 04 02 06
Core Course CC-3B Botany 06 04 02 06
Core Course CC-3C Chemistry 06 04 02 06
practical P-3 Based on CC-3A 02
Skill
enhancement
course
SEC-1 Fish farming 02 20
SEMESTER IV
Course Code Name of Papers Credit T Practical Total
Core Course CC-4A Ecology & Economic
Zoology
06 04 02 06
Core Course CC-4B Botany 06 04 02 06
Core Course CC-4C Chemistry 06 04 02 06
practical P-4 Based on CC-4A 02
Skill
enhancement
course
SEC-2 Vermi-composting 02 20
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SEMESTER V
Course Code Name of Papers Credit T Practical Total
Core Course DSE-
1A
Molecular biology &
Biotechnology
06 04 02 06
Core Course DSE-
2A
Botany 06 04 02 06
Core Course DSE-
3A
Chemistry 06 06 02 06
practical P-5 Based on DSE-1A 02
Skill
enhancement
course
SEC-3 Musemology, Collection
& preservation
02 20
SEMESTER VI
Course Code Name of Papers Credit T Practical Total
Core Course DSE-
1B
Applied Medical Zoology
and Biostatistics
06 04 02 06
Core Course DSE-
2B
Botany 06 05 02 06
Core Course DSE-
3B
Chemistry 06 04 02 06
practical P-1 Based on DSE-1B 02
Skill
enhancement
course
SEC-4 Aquarium and fish
keeping
02 20
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Paper wise Marks Distribution (ZOOLOGY)
Semester Paper FM Internal/Mid
Semester
PM FM –End
Semester
PM Total
I CC-1A 15 06 60 24 75
Practical-CC-1A 05 02 20 08 25
II CC-2A 15 06 60 24 75
Practical CC-2A 05 02 20 08 25
III CC-3A 15 06 60 24 75
Practical CC3A 05 02 20 08 25
SCA-1 10 04 40 16 50
IV CC-4A 15 06 60 24 75
Practical –CC-4A 05 02 20 08 25
SCA-2 10 04 40 16 50
V DSE-1 15 06 60 24 75
Practical DSE-1 05 02 20 08 25
SEC-3 10 04 40 16 50
VI DSE-2 15 06 60 24 75
Practical DSE-2 05 02 20 08 25
SCA-4 10 04 40 16 50
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B.Sc (General ) Semester -I
In all Eight question are to be set of equal value, out of which students would be required to
answer four questions in each Core course, DSE Paper .
Question Number 1 (one) will be compulsory and consists of objective type/multiple choice/very
short answer type.
Question number Two, Three and Four will be of short answer type covering the whole
syllabus.
Question number Five Six Seven and eight will be of long type.
Semester I CC-1A
Animal Classification & Diversity
Teaching Hours: 4X12 =48 hrs FM:60 (T)
UNIT-1 General characters and classification (up to classes) of the following
phyla
Protozoa, Porifera, Coelenterate, Platyhelminthes, Aschelminthes,
Annelida, Mollusca, Arthropoda, Echinodermata and Hemichordate
UNIT-2 Non Chordate: Form & Function
a. Protozoa: Reproduction in Parameceium , life cycle, Pathogenecity,
treatment and prevention of Entamoeba hystolytica, Leishmania donovani,
Plasmodium
b. Porifera: Canal System
c. Coelenterata: Obelia -life cycle & Metagenesis
d. Platyhelminthes: Fasciola hepatica & Taenia solium life cycle and their
Pathognecity
e. Aschelminthes: Ascaris- Life Cycle and Pathogenecity
f. Annelida: Pheretima - General organisation
g. Arthropoda: Palaemon- General morphology, Digestive , Respiratory
and Excretory system, Statocyst
h. Mollusca; Pila- Internal Anatomy, Respiratory system, Organ of
Bojanus
i. Echinodermata: Asterias-Water Vascular System
j. Hemochordates: Balanoglossus-General Organisation & affinities
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UNIT-3 General characters and classification of living chordates of the following
groups : Cephalochordates, Cyclosotmata , Pisces , Amphibia, Reptilia
Aves and Mammals
UNIT-4 Protochordate & Chordate: Form & Function
1. Urochordata: Retrogressive metamorphosis
2. Cephalochordate: Digestive System and Filter feeding Mechanism of
Amphioxus
3. Pisces: Digestive , Respiratory and Excretory System
4. Reptilia: Biting mechanism of snake, Venom
5. Aves: Respiratory system and Reproductive system of Columba
6. Mammals: Characters, distribution and affinities of Prototheria and
Metatheria
7. Comparative account of Skin and Heart in mammals
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Practical CC-1A
Credit-2 Classification and Animal Diversity Hrs of working -24
Time: 1 and half hour FM-20
1. Dissection: l 05
2. Mounting of given specimens 02
3. Spotting
A. Slides 02X2= 04
B. Specimens 02X2= 04
Practical Record and Viva 05
Total = 20
List of suggested Practicals
1. Disssection- Palaemon- Nervous system and Digestive system
2. Mounting: Spicules of Porifera; Obelia colony; Setae, Septal nephridia
& spermatheca of Pheretima; radula of Pila; Daphnia; Trachea and
salivary gland of cockroach
3. Museum Specimens: Sycon, Euspongia, Aurelia,Grogonia, Porpita,
Vallela, Metridium, Fungia, Tubipora, Pennatula, Meandrina,Tape worm,
Fasciola, Ascaris, Pheretima, Hirudinaria, Neries,Pila, Unio, Doris,
Loligo, Sepia, Octopus, Hermit crab, Prawn,, Asterias, Sea Urchin, Brittle
star
4. Permanent slide: Paramecium (WM), Conjugation in Paramecium), L.S
of Sycon, Obelia colony , Medusa, Fasciola (WM), Proglottids of Tape
worm, T.S of Phertima through different regions, T.S of male and female
Ascaris, larva form of Arthropods, mouth part of insects
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B.Sc.(G) First Year –Semester- II
CC-2A
Cell Biology, Genetics & Evolution
Teaching Hours: 4X12=48 hrs FM:60
UNIT-1 Cell Structure and Functions
1.1 Structure of typical Prokaryotic cell and Animal cell
1.2 Study of structure & function of Plasma membrane
1.3 Study of Cell Organaelle: Mitochondria, Ribosomes, Lysomes,
Endoplasmic reticulum
1.4 Nucleus and Chromosomes
1.5 Cell Division: Mitosis and Meiosis
UNIT-2 Principle of Genetics
2.1 Mendel’s Law of Inheritance
2.2 Linkage and Crossing Over
2.3 Mutation : Chromosomal & Gene mutation
UNIT-3 Concept of gene Expression:
3.1 Transcription in Prokaryotes
3.2 Translation in Eukaryotes
UNIT- 4 Evolution
4.1 Sources of hereditary variations and their role in evolution
4.2 Theory of organic evolution; Lamarkism’s theory of inheritance of
acquired characters
4.3 Darwin’s theory of natural selection
4.4 Reproductive Isolation and its role
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Practical - P-2 Based on CC-2A
Credit-2 Cell Biology, Genetics and Evolution Working Hrs:24
Time: 1 and half hour FM: 20
1. Pedigree analysis 05
2. Slide preparation 04
3. Spotting
A. Slides of cell division - 02 1X2= 02
B. Analogous & homologous- 02 2X2= 04
Organs / fossil /extinct models
4. Practical Record and Viva 05
Total = 20
List of Suggested Practicals
1. Preparation of stained Squash of onion root tip to demonstrate mitosis
2. Preparation of bacterial slide for study of prokaryote
3. Study of permanent slides of cell division
4. Study sex liked characters : Heamophilia and Colour blindness through Pedigree
5. Study of homologous and analogous organ
6. Study of some fossils /extinct models: Dianosaurs , Archeopteryx
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B.Sc. (G) Second Year
Semester –III CC-3 A
Biochemistry, Physiology & Developmental biology
Teaching Hours: 4X12=48 hrs FM:60 (T)
Biochemistry
UNIT-1 Structure and classification of biomolecules
1.1 Protein,
1.2 Carbohydrate
1.3 Lipids
1.4 Nucleic Acids
UNIT-2 Metabolism
2.1 Glycolysis
2.2 Kreb Cycle
Physiology
UNIT-1 Blood composition,blood coagulation
UNIT-2 Transport of gases O2 and CO2
UNIT-3 Digestion of food : Protein carbohydrate and lipid
UNIT-4 Excretion: Nephron & Urine formation
UNIT-5 Neuron and Nerve conduction
UNIT-6 Histo-physiology of Pituitary, Thyroid, Pancreas, Adrenal, Testis and
Ovary
UNIT-7 Reproductive Physiology : Gametogenesis and Menstrual cycle
Developmental Biology
UNIT-1 Structure of gametes: Sperm and ovum
UNIT-2 Fertilization
UNIT 3 Cleavage and Gastrulation in frog
UNIT4 Fate of three gem layers and Fate map
UNIT-5 Placenta and their functions
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Practical-:P-3 Based on CC-3A
Credit:2 Biochemistry, Physiology and Developmental Biology Working Hrs:24
Time: 1 and half hour FM: 20
1. Detection of presence of biomolecules in the sample 05
2. Physiology Experiment 05
3. Spotting Slides of Reproductive organs 01
Endocrine Slides 02 1X05 = 05
Slides of Developmental biology 02
4. Practical Record & Viva Voce 05
Total : 20
List of Suggested Practicals
Biochemistry
1. Biochemical test for Protein, carbohydrate (Starch & Glucose) & Lipids
Physiology
2. Determination of bleeding and clotting time
3. Determination of Hb %
4. Record of blood pressure in normal and after exercise.
5. Study of slides of Reproductive organ: testes , Ovary, Uterus
6. Study of Permanent slides of Endocrine glands-Thyroid, Islets of Langerhans, adrenal ,
testes and Ovary
Developmental Biology
1. Study of Permanent slides of Frog embryo ( Egg, Two celled Cleavage Stage, Tadepole
Larva (WM)
2. Study of Slides of Chick embryo (WM): 18hrs, 24 hrs, 36 hrs and 72 hrs
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Semester III
SEC- 1
Fish Farming
Credit 2 Teaching Hrs:24 FM -40
UNIT-1- Fish resources in India
UNIT-2 Induced breeding and seed production of carps
UNIT_3 Polyculture of fin fishes and exotic fishes (Methods Problem and
Precaution
UNIT-4 Fish By product
UNIT-5 Fish Diseases (Pathogen Symptoms and Control)
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Semester –IV Core Course -4 A
Ecology & Economic Zoology Credit -4 (T) Hours of teaching 4X12=48 hrs FM=60
UNIT- 1. General concepts
1.1 Components of ecosystem
1.2 Energy flow in ecosystem
1.3 food chain and food web, Food Pyramid
1.4 Bio- Geochemical cycle
1.4.1 Water Cycle
1.4.2 Gaseous Cycles- Carbon and Nitrogen
UNIT - 2. Population and communities
2.1 Population characteristics: Density, Natality, Mortality
2.2 Nature, Structure and attributes of biological communities
2.3 Ecological succession and concept of climax
UNIT- 3. Pollution
3.1 Sources and impact of environmental pollutants- air, water and soil
3.2 Global environmental changes- green house gases and their effects
3.3 Acid rains
UNIT- 4. Natural resources
4.1 Soil, water, mineral resources and their conservation
4.2 Biodiversity- benefits, hotspots, threats and conservation
4.3 Human impact on mineral resources
4.4 Renewable and Non Renewable Source of Energy
Economic Zoology
UNIT-1. Api culture
UNIT-2 Sericulture
UNIT-3 Lac Culture
UNIT-4 Pisci ulture
UNIT-5 Common Pests of paddy and sugar cane and their control
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Practical-: P-4A Based on CC-4A
Ecology and Economic Zoology
Credit-2 Hrs of working -24
Time: 1 and half hour FM: 20
1. Ecological Practical 05
2. Spotting
A. Slides 02X2= 04
B. Specimens 02X3= 06
3. Practical Record and Viva 05
Total = 20
List of Suggested Practicals
Ecology
1. Estimation of dissolved oxygen
2. Estimation of free carbon dioxide
3. Study of Food chain through Model
Economic Zoology-
1. Slides of Mouth part of Culex, Anopheles, Plasmodium (Signet ring )
2. Common paddy and sugar cane pest,
3. Life cycle of Honey bee,
4. Cocoon of silk worm
5. Lac infestation on stick
6. Study of common fishes
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Semester-IV
SKILL ENHANCEMENT COURSE (SEC-2)
Vermi-culture & composting
Credits 2 Teaching Hrs: 24
UNIT-I: General properties of the soil - structure of the soil -sand, clay, salt, types of soils - soil
organisms.
UNIT-II: Physical properties of soil - soil colour, soil moisture, soil temperature, bulk density
of soil, chemical properties of soil PH, Electrical conductivity, organic, Nitrogen, Phosphate and
potash.
UNIT-III: Composting -anaerobic composing, aerobic composing, types of composing, vermi-
compost- earthworm species used in vermi-compost production - endemic species, exotic
species.
UNIT-IV: Vermicompost and role of vermicompost in organic farming - its quality and
advantages over chemical inputs.
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Third year -Semester-V
DSE-A.1
Immunology Credit-4 Hrs. of Teaching: 48
UNIT-1 . Introduction to Immunity
UNIT-2. Cell and organs of immune system
2.1 Types of immune cells
2.2 Primary and secondary lymphoid organs
UNIT-3. Antigen and Antibody
3.1 Antigen
3.2 Immunoglobulins: types, structure and function
3.3 Monoclonal Antibody
3.4 ELISA
UNIT-4. Structural organization of MHC complex
Practical DSE- A.1 Credit-2 Working Hrs: 24 FM: 20
Immunology
1. Preparation of blood film /blood group test 05
2. Spotting : 1.Slide 03 2X5= 10
2.Photographs 02
3. Practical Record and Viva-voce 05
Total: 20
List of suggested practicals
1. Study of Immune cells in blood film
2. Study of different types of antibody by photographs or model
2. Blood Group test to demonstrate antigen- antibody interaction
3. Demonstration of ELISA
4. Study of Permanent slide of-
a. Bone for bone marrow
b. Spleen
c. Thymus
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Semester V- SEC-3
Museumology: Collection & Preservation
Credit :2 Teaching Hrs:24 FM:40
UNIT-1 Preservative : Types of preservatives , their preparation
UNIT-2 Collection : Equipments used in collection (Insect Net, Aspirator,) ,
Methods of Collection-Trap bait Method , Aspirator method , Net
Sweeping method.
UNIT-3 Storage and preservation of specimens
UNIT-4 Taxonomic documentation
UNIT -5 Maintenance of Museum Specimens
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Semester –VI
DSE-A.2
Credit-4 Biostatistics teaching Hrs: 48 FM :60
UNIT-1 Sampling Methods
UNIT-2 Data Primary & Secondary data, Frequency Distribution
Unit -3 Measurement of Central tendency : Mean, Media & mode
UNIT-4 Measurement of Deviation : Standard Deviation , & standard error
P-DSE-A.2 Practical Based on DSE-A.2
Credit-2 Biostatistics Hrs of working -24
Time: 1 and half hour FM: 20
1. Graphical representation of data provided 05
2. Calculation of Mean/Media/ Mode /Standard deviation -10
3. Practical Record and Viva 05
Total = 20
List of suggested practicals
Biostatistics
1. Calculation of arithmetic mean of data provided
2 Graphical representation of Data provided
3. Calculation of Median and mode of the data provided
4. Calculation of Standard Deviation and Standard Error
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Semester-VI SEC-4
Aquarium & Fish Keeping
Credit-2 Teaching Hrs: 24 F M :40
UNIT 1: The potential scope of aquarium fish industry as a Cottage Industry. Exotic and
Endemic species of Aquarium fishes
UNIT 2: Common Characters and sexual dimorphism of fresh water and marine
Aquarium fishes such as Guppy, Molly, Sword tail, Gold Fish, Angel fish, Blue morph,
Anemone fish and butterfly fish.
UNIT 3: Food and feeding of Aquarium fishes- Use of live fish feed organisms.
Preparation and composition of formulated fish seeds.
UNIT 4: Live fish transport- Fish handling, packing and transport techniques
UNIT 5: General Aquarium maintenance- budget for setting up an aquarium fish farm as
a cottage industry
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B.Sc. Honours
Under CBCS
Generic Elective: Zoology
B.Sc. First Year -Semester I
In all Eight question are to be set of equal value, out of which students would be required to
answer four questions in each generic elective Paper .
Question Number 1 (one) will be compulsory and consists of objective type/multiple choice/very
short answer type.
Question number Two, Three and Four will be of short answer type covering the whole
syllabus.
Question number Five Six Seven and eight will be of long type.
GE-1 Animal Classification & Diversity
Teaching Hours: 4X15 =60 hrs FM:60 (T)
UNIT-1 General characters and classification (up to classes) of the following
phyla
Protozoa, Porifera, Coelenterate, Platyhelminthes, Aschelminthes,
Annelida, Mollusca, Arthropoda, Echinodermata and Hemichordate
UNIT-2 Non Chordate: Form & Function
k. Protozoa: Reproduction in Parameceium , life cycle, Pathogenecity,
treatment and prevention of Entamoeba hystolytica, Leishmania donovani,
Plasmodium
l. Porifera: Canal System
m. Coelenterata: Obelia -life cycle & Metagenesis
n. Platyhelminthes: Fasciola hepatica & Taenia solium life cycle and their
Pathognecity
o. Aschelminthes: Ascaris- Life Cycle and Pathogenecity
p. Annelida: Pheretima - General organisation
q. Arthropoda: Palaemon- General morphology, Digestive , Respiratory
and Excretory system, Statocyst
r. Mollusca; Pila- Internal Anatomy, Respiratory system, Organ of
Bojanus
s. Echinodermata: Asterias-Water Vascular System
t. Hemochordates: Balanoglossus-General Organisation & affinities
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UNIT-3 General characters and classification of living chordates of the following
groups : Cephalochordates, Cyclosotmata , Pisces , Amphibia, Reptilia
Aves and Mammals
UNIT-4 Protochordate & Chordate: Form & Function
8. Urochordata: Retrogressive metamorphosis in Herdmania
9. Cephalochordate: Digestive System and Filter feeding Mechanism of
Amphioxus
10. Pisces: Digestive , Respiratory and Excretory System in Scoliodon
11. Reptilia: Biting mechanism of snake, Venom
12. Aves: Respiratory system and Reproductive system of Columba
13. Mammals: Characters, distribution and affinities of Prototheria and
Metatheria
14. Comparative account of Skin and Heart in mammals
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Practical GE-1
Practical GEP-1
Time: 1 and half hour Credit-2
Hrs of working -30 FM-25 (Internal 05 & External 20)
1. Dissection: l 05
2. Mounting of given specimens 02
3. Spotting
A. Slides 02X2= 04
B. Specimens 02X2= 04
Practical Record and Viva 05
Total = 20
List of suggested Practicals
1. Disssection- Palaemon- Nervous system and Digestive system
2. Mounting: Spicules of Porifera; Obelia colony; Setae, Septal nephridia
& spermatheca of Pheretima; radula of Pila; Daphnia; Trachea and
salivary gland of cockroach
3. Museum Specimens: Sycon, Euspongia, Aurelia,Grogonia, Porpita,
Vallela, Metridium, Fungia, Tubipora, Pennatula, Meandrina,Tape worm,
Fasciola, Ascaris, Pheretima, Hirudinaria, Neries,Pila, Unio, Doris,
Loligo, Sepia, Octopus, Hermit crab, Prawn,, Asterias, Sea Urchin, Brittle
star
4. Permanent slide: Paramecium (WM), Conjugation in Paramecium), L.S
of Sycon, Obelia colony , Medusa, Fasciola (WM), Proglottids of Tape
worm, T.S of Phertima through different regions, T.S of male and female
Ascaris, larva form of Arthropods, mouth part of insects
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B.Sc. First Year –Semester- II
Generic Elective -GE-4
Cell Biology, Genetics & Evolution
Teaching Hours: 4X15=60 hrs FM:60
UNIT-1 Cell Structure and Functions
1.1 Structure of typical Prokaryotic cell and Animal cell
1.2 Study of structure & function of Plasma membrane
1.3 Study of Cell Organaelle: Mitochondria, Ribosomes, Lysomes,
Endoplasmic reticulum
1.4 Nucleus and Chromosomes
1.5 Cell Division: Mitosis and Meiosis
UNIT-2 Principle of Genetics
2.1 Mendel’s Law of Inheritance
2.2 Linkage and Crossing Over
2.3 Mutation : Chromosomal & Gene mutation
UNIT-3 Concept of gene Expression:
3.1 Transcription in Prokaryotes
3.2 Translation in Eukaryotes
UNIT- 4 Evolution
4.1 Sources of hereditary variations and their role in evolution
4.2 Theory of organic evolution; Lamarkism’s theory of inheritance of
acquired characters
4.3 Darwin’s theory of natural selection
4.4 Reproductive Isolation and its role
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Practical - GEP-2
GEP-2 (END SEM ESTER) Time: 1 and half hour
FM: 20
1. Pedigree analysis 05
2. Slide preparation 04
3. Spotting
A. Slides of cell division - 02 1X2= 02
B. Analogous & homologous- 02 2X2= 04
Organs / fossil /extinct models
4. Practical Record and Viva 05
Total = 20
List of Suggested Practicals
1. Preparation of stained Squash of onion root tip to demonstrate mitosis
2. Preparation of bacterial slide for study of prokaryote
3. Study of permanent slides of cell division
4. Study sex liked characters : Heamophilia and Colour blindness through Pedigree
5. Study of homologous and analogous organ
6. Study of some fossils /extinct models: Dianosaurs , Archeopteryx
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B.Sc. (H) Second Year
Semester –III Generic Elective -3
Biochemistry, Physiology & Developmental biology
Teaching Hours: 4X15=60 hrs FM:60 (T)
Biochemistry
UNIT-1 Structure and classification of biomolecules
1.1 Protein,
1.2 Carbohydrate
1.3 Lipids
1.4 Nucleic Acids
UNIT-2 Metabolism
2.1 Glycolysis
2.2 Kreb Cycle
Physiology
UNIT-1 Blood composition,blood coagulation
UNIT-2 Transport of gases O2 and CO2
UNIT-3 Digestion of food : Protein carbohydrate and lipid
UNIT-4 Excretion: Nephron & Urine formation
UNIT-5 Neuron and Nerve conduction
UNIT-6 Histo-physiology of Pituitary, Thyroid, Pancreas, Adrenal, Testis and
Ovary
UNIT-7 Reproductive Physiology : Gametogenesis and Menstrual cycle
Developmental Biology
UNIT-1 Structure of gametes: Sperm and ovum
UNIT-2 Ferilization
UNIT 3 Cleavage and Gastrulation in frog
UNIT4 Fate of three gem layers and Fate map
UNIT-5 Placenta and their functions
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Practical-:GEP-3
Biochemistry, Physiology and Developmental Biology
GEP-3 (END SEM ESTER) Time: 1 and half hour
FM: 20
1. Detection of presence of biomolecules in the sample 05
2. Physiology Experiment 05
3. Spotting Slides of Reproductive organs 01
Endocrine Slides 02 1X05 = 05
Slides of Developmental biology 02
4. Practical Record & Viva Voce 05
Total : 20
List of Suggested Practicals
Biochemistry
7. Biochemical test for Protein, carbohydrate (Starch & Glucose) & Lipids
Physiology
8. Determination of bleeding and clotting time
9. Determination of Hb %
10. Record of blood pressure in normal and after exercise.
11. Study of slides of Reproductive organ: testes , Ovary, Uterus
12. Study of Permanent slides of Endocrine glands-Thyroid, Islets of Langerhans, adrenal ,
testes and Ovary
Developmental Biology
1. Study of Permanent slides of Frog embryo ( Egg, Two celled Cleavage Stage, Tadepole
Larva (WM)
2. Study of Slides of Chick embryo (WM): 18hrs, 24 hrs, 36 hrs and 72 hrs
Endocrinology
1. Study of Permanent Slide of T.S of Endocrine glands
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Semester –IV Generic Elective -4 (GE-4 )
Ecology & Economic Zoology Credit -4 (T) Hours of teaching 4X15=60 hrs FM=60
UNIT- 1. General concepts
1.1 Components of ecosystem
1.2 Energy flow in ecosystem
1.3 food chain and food web, Food Pyramid
1.4 Bio- Geochemical cycle
1.4.1 Water Cycle
1.4.2 Gaseous Cycles- Carbon and Nitrogen
UNIT - 2. Population and communities
2.1 Population characteristics: Density, Natality, Mortality
2.2 Nature, Structure and attributes of biological communities
2.3 Ecological succession and concept of climax
UNIT- 3. Pollution
3.1 Sources and impact of environmental pollutants- air, water and soil
3.2 Global environmental changes- green house gases and their effects
3.3 Acid rains
UNIT- 4. Natural resources
4.1 Soil, water, mineral resources and their conservation
4.2 Biodiversity- benefits, hotspots, threats and conservation
4.3 Human impact on mineral resources
4.4 Renewable and Non Renewable Source of Energy
Economic Zoology
UNIT-1. Api culture
UNIT-2 Sericulture
UNIT-3 Lac Culture
UNIT-4 Pisci ulture
UNIT-5 Common Pests of paddy and sugar cane and their control
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Practical-: GEP-4
Ecology and Economic Zoology
Credit-2 Hrs of working -30
Time: 1 and half hour FM: 20
1. Ecological Practical 05
2. Spotting
A. Slides 02X2= 04
B. Specimens 02X3= 06
3. Practical Record and Viva 05
Total = 20
List of Suggested Practicals
Ecology
1. Estimation of dissolved oxygen
2. Estimation of free carbon dioxide
3. Study of Food chain through Model
Economic Zoology-
1. Slides of Mouth part of Culex, Anopheles, Plasmodium (Signet ring )
2. Common paddy and sugar cane pest,
3. Life cycle of Honey bee,
4. Cocoon of silk worm
5. Lac infestation on stick
6. Study of common fishes
Dr D.N.Sadhu Dr N. Alam Dr. B.K.Gupta
Dr. A.K.Sharma Dr. K.K.Gupta Dr Anjana Verma