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B.Sc. Honours Zoology ( 2018-19)
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Outline of Syllabi & Courses of Reading
B.Sc. Honours Zoology
For
Session: 2018-19
Mata Gujri College
Fatehgarh Sahib
An Autonomous College
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LIST OF CONTENTS
Sr No. Content
1. Scheme of the course under Choice
based Credit System
2. List of Discipline Specific Elective,
Generic Elective, Skill Enhancement
Courses
3. Syllabus of Semester I
4. Syllabus of Semester II
5. Syllabus of Semester III
6. Syllabus of Semester IV
7. Syllabus of semester V
8. Syllabus of semester VI
5.
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SCHEME FOR CHOICE BASED CREDIT SYSTEM
B.Sc. (HONOURS) ZOOLOGY
Semester
Core
Courses
( CC): 14
Credits:
6 each
Ability
Enhancement
Compulsory
courses
( AECC ):
02
Credits : 2
each
Skill
Enhancement
Course
( SEC):
02
Credits : 2
each
Discipline
Specific
Elective
( DSE):
04
Credits : 6
each
Generic
Elective (GE):
04
Credits: 6 each
I CC I Environment
Science
GE I
CC II Punjabi
II CC III English
Communicati
on
GE II
CC IV Drug Abuse
( Qualifying
paper )
III CC V SEC I GE III
CC VI
CC VII
IV CC VIII SEC II GE IV
CC IX
CC X
V CC XI DSE I
CC XII DSE II
VI CC XIII DSE III
CC XIV DSE IV
#GE can be opted from the courses offered by the discipline other than Zoology running
in the college. The syllabus of the course opted can be referred from the compiled copy
of the syllabi of the respective department .
#Pass percentage is 40% ( External and internal evaluation separately)
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DETAIL OF COURSES
CHOICE BASED CREDIT SYSTEM
B.Sc. (HONOURS) ZOOLOGY
SEMESTER I
Course
Code Title Credits Evaluation
External Internal Total
CC I BZ(H)CC
-101
Non Chordates I :
Protists to
Pseudocoelomates
4 75 25 150
CCI
Practicals BZ(H)CC
P-101
2 50 -
CC II BZ(H)CC
-102
Principles of ecology 4 75 25 150
CCII
Practicals BZ(H)CC
P- 102
2 50 -
GE I BZ(H)GE
103
4 75 25 150
GE I
Practicals BZ(H)GE
P- 103
2 50 -
AECC I BZ(H)
AECC
104
Punjabi 2 35 15 50
BZ(H)
AECC
104A
Basic Punjabi
AECC II BZ(H)
AECC-
105
Environmental
Science
2 35 15 50
Total Credits:
25
550
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DETAIL OF COURSES
CHOICE BASED CREDIT SYSTEM
B.Sc. (HONOURS) ZOOLOGY
SEMESTER II
Course
Code Title Credits Evaluation
External Internal Total
CC III BZ(H)CC
-201
Non Chordates II:
Coelomates
4 75 25 150
CCIII
Practicals BZ(H)CC
P-201
2 50 -
CC IV BZ(H)CC
-202
Cell Biology 4 75 25 150
CC IV
Practicals BZ(H)CC
P- 202
2 50 -
GE II BZ(H)GE
203
4 75 25 150
GE II
Practicals BZ(H)GE
P- 203
2 50 -
AECC III BZ(H)
AECC
204
English
Communication
2 35 15 50
AECC IV BZ(H)
AECC
205
Drug Abuse:
Problem,
Management and
Prevention
- 75 25 100*
Total Credits:
20
500
*Marks not included in total marks
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DETAIL OF COURSES
CHOICE BASED CREDIT SYSTEM
B.Sc. (HONOURS) ZOOLOGY
SEMESTER III
Course
Code Title Credits Evaluation
External Internal Total
CC V BZ(H)-
CC301
Diversity of
Chordata
4 75 25 150
CC V
Practicals BZ(H)CC
P-301
2 50 -
CC VI BZ(H)
CC-302
Animal Physiology:
Controlling and
coordinating systems
4 75 25 150
CC
VIPracticals BZ(H)
CC
P- 302
2 50 -
CC VII
BZ(H)
CC
303
Fundamentals of
Biochemistry
4 75 25 150
CC VII
Practicals BZ(H)CC
P- 303
2 50 -
GE III BZ(H)304 4 75 25 150
GEIII
Practicals BZ(H)
P-304
2 50 -
SEC I BZ(H)
SEC
305A/B/C
BZ(H)SEC 305
A:Aquarium Fish
keeping
2 - - 50
BZ(H)SEC 305 B:
Biotechniques
BZ(H)SEC 305 C:
Vermicompost
Technology
Total Credits:
26
650
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DETAIL OF COURSES
CHOICE BASED CREDIT SYSTEM
B.Sc. (HONOURS) ZOOLOGY
SEMESTER IV
Course
Code Title Credits Evaluation
External Internal Total
CCVIII BZ(H)-
CC401
Diversity of
Chordata
4 75 25 150
CC VIII
Practicals BZ(H)CC
P-401
2 50 -
CC IX BZ(H)
CC-402
Animal Physiology:
Controlling and
coordinating systems
4 75 25 150
CC
IXPracticals BZ(H)
CC
P- 402
2 50 -
CC X
BZ(H)
CC
403
Fundamentals of
Biochemistry
4 75 25 150
CC X
Practicals BZ(H)CC
P- 403
2 50 -
GE IV BZ(H)404 4 75 25 150
GEIV
Practicals BZ(H)
P-404
2 50 -
SEC I BZ(H)
SEC
405A/B
BZ(H)SEC 405
A:Apiculture
2 - - 50
BZ(H)SEC 405 B:
Medical Diagnostics
Total Credits:
26
650
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DETAIL OF THE COURSES B.Sc. (HONOURS) ZOOLOGY
SEMESTER V and VI
Se
m
est
er
Course
Title Title Code Credits Evaluation
V Theory Practic
al
Exte
rnal
Internal Practical Total
CC V Fundamentals of
Molecular Biology
ZOO (H)CC
111
4 2 75 25 50 150
CC VI
ZOO
(H) 502
Principles of Genetics ZOO (H) CC
112
4 2 75 25 50 150
DSE I
Choose any two
Fundamentals of
Entomology
Immunology
Research
methodology
Parasitology
Wild Life
conservation
ZOO ( DSE)
301
ZOO (DSE )
302
ZOO (DSE )
303
ZOO (DSE)
304
ZOO (DSE)
305
4 2 75 25 50 150
DSEII
4 2 75 25 50 150
Total credits :
24
600
VI CC-III Developmental Biology ZOO (H) CC
113 4 2 75 25 50 150
CC-IV Evolutionary Biology ZOO (H) CC
114 4 2 75 25 50 150
DSE III
Economic
Entomology and
Pest
Management
Fish and
Fisheries
Animal
Biotechnology
Animal
Behaviour and
chronobiology
*Dissertation
ZOO(DSE)306
ZOO(DSE)307
ZOO(DSE)308
ZOO (DSE) 309
*ZOO (DSE)
310
4 2 75 25 50 150
DSE
IV 4 2 75 25 50 150
*Dissertation will be of 6 credits in lieu of one Discipline specific Elective (Marks 150; External
evaluation =100, Internal Evaluation = 50 )
Total credits :
24
600
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LIST OF DISCIPLINE SPECIFIC ELECTIVES (DSE )
I. ODD SEMESTER
Sr No Course Code Course Title Page reference
1. ZOO (DSE) 301 Fundamentals of Entomology
2. ZOO (DSE) 302 Immunology
3. ZOO (DSE) 303 Research Methodology
4. ZOO (DSE) 304 Parasitology
5. ZOO (DSE) 305 Wild Life Conservation
II. EVEN SEMESTER
Sr No Course Code Course Title Page reference
1. ZOO( DSE) 306
Economic Entomology and
Pest Management
2. ZOO( DSE) 307
Fish and Fisheries
3. ZOO( DSE) 308
Animal Biotechnology
4. ZOO( DSE) 309 Animal Behaviour and
chronobiology
5. ZOO( DSE) 310 Dissertation
LIST OF GENERIC ELECTIVE COURSES (GE)
Sr No, Course Code Course title
1. ZOO GE 01 Animal Diversity
2 ZOO GE 04 Insect Vectors and diseases
3 ZOO GE 02 Human Physiology
4 ZOO GE 03 Food Nutrition and Health
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LIST OF SKILL ENHANCEMENT COURSES ( SEC )
Sr No Course Code Course title
OFFERED IN EVEN SEMESTER
1. ZOO (SEC ) 101 Apiculture
2. ZOO (SEC ) 104 Medical Diagnostics
OFFERED IN ODD SEMESTER
3. ZOO(SEC) -102
Aquarium Fish Keeping
4. ZOO(SEC)-103
Biotechniques
5. ZOO(SEC)-105 Vermicompost technology
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SEMESTER I
CORE COURSE I BZ(H) CC101
NON-CHORDATES I: PROTISTS TO PSEUDOCOELOMATES
THEORY (Credits 4)
Time Allowed : 3hrs Maximum marks : 100
External Evaluation : 75
Internal assessment : 25
Section A
Unit 1: Protista, Parazoa and Metazoa
General characteristics and Classification up to classes
Study of Euglena, Amoeba and Paramecium
Life cycle and pathogenicity of Plasmodium vivax and Entamoebahistolytica
Locomotion and Reproduction in Protista
Evolution of symmetry and segmentation of Metazoa
Unit 2: Porifera
General characteristics and Classification up to classes
Canal system and spicules in sponges
Unit 3: Cnidaria
General characteristics and Classification up to classes
Metagenesis in Obelia
Polymorphism in Cnidaria
Corals and coral reefs
Section B
Unit 4: Ctenophora
General characteristics and Evolutionary significance
Unit 5: Platyhelminthes
General characteristics and Classification up to classes
Life cycle and pathogenicity of Fasciola hepatica and Taeniasolium
Unit 6: Nemathelminthes
General characteristics and Classification up to classes
Life cycle, and pathogenicity of Ascarislumbricoides and Wuchereriabancrofti
Parasitic adaptations in helminthes
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Note : Examiner will set two sections A and B of four questions each from respective
sections of the syllabus of 15 marks each and Section C of nine compulsory questions ( short
answer type questions of 3 marks each) covering the entire syllabus. The candidate will
attempt two questions each from Section A and B and SectionC will be compulsory.
NON-CHORDATES I: PROTISTS TO PSEUDOCOELOMATES BZ(H) CCP101
PRACTICALS (Credit 2)
M.M. 50
1. Study of whole mount of Euglena, Amoeba and Paramecium, Binary fission and
Conjugation in Paramecium
2. Examination of pond water collected from different places for diversity in protista
3. Study of Sycon (T.S. and L.S.), Hyalonema, Euplectella, Spongilla
4. Study of Obelia, Physalia, Millepora, Aurelia, Tubipora, Corallium, Alcyonium, Gorgonia,
Metridium, Pennatula, Fungia, Meandrina, Madrepora
5. One specimen/slide of any ctenophore
6. Study of adult Fasciola hepatica, Taeniasolium and their life cycles
(Slides/microphotographs)
7. Study of adult Ascarislumbricoides and its life stages (Slides/micro-photographs)
8. To submit a Project Report on any related topic on life cycles/coral/ coral reefs.
SUGGESTED READINGS
Ruppert and Barnes, R.D. (2006). Invertebrate Zoology, VIII Edition. Holt Saunders
International Edition.
Barnes, R.S.K., Calow, P., Olive, P.J.W., Golding, D.W. and Spicer, J.I. (2002). The
Invertebrates: A New Synthesis, III Edition, Blackwell Science
Barrington, E.J.W. (1979). Invertebrate Structure and Functions. II Edition, E.L.B.S.
and Nelson
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CORE COURSE II
PRINCIPLES OF ECOLOGY
THEORY(Credits 4)
Time Allowed : 3hrs Maximum marks :
100
External Evaluation : 75
Internal assessment : 25
Section A
Unit 1: Introduction to Ecology
History of ecology, Autecology and synecology, Levels of organization, Laws of limiting
factors, Study of physical factors
Unit 2: Population
Unitary and Modular populations
Unique and group attributes of population: Density, natality, mortality, life tables, fecundity
tables, survivorship curves, age ratio, sex ratio, dispersal and dispersion
Exponential and logistic growth, equation and patterns, r and K strategies
Population regulation - density-dependent and independent factors Population interactions,
Gause’s Principle with laboratory and field examples, Lotka-Volterra equation for
competition and Predation, functional and numerical responses
Section B
Unit 3: Community
Community characteristics: species richness, dominance, diversity, abundance, vertical
stratification, Ecotone and edge effect; Ecological succession with one example
Theories pertaining to climax community
Unit 4: Ecosystem
Types of ecosystems with one example in detail, Food chain: Detritus and grazing food
chains, Linear and Y-shaped food chains, Food web, Energy flow through the ecosystem,
Ecological pyramids and Ecological efficiencies
Nutrient and biogeochemical cycle with one example of Nitrogen cycle
Human modified ecosystem
Unit 5: Applied Ecology
Ecology in Wildlife Conservation and Management
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Note : Examiner will set two sections A and B of four questions each from respective
sections of the syllabus of 15 marks each and Section C of compulsory question ( short
answer type questions ) covering the entire syllabus. The candidate will attempt two
questions each from Section A and B and Section C will be compulsory.
PRINCIPLES OF ECOLOGY
PRACTICALS (Credits 2)
M.M. 50
1. Study of life tables and plotting of survivorship curves of different types from the
hypothetical/real data provided
2. Determination of population density in a natural/hypothetical community by quadrate
method 3. Study of an aquatic ecosystem: Phytoplankton and zooplankton, Measurement of
area, temperature, turbidity/penetration of light, determination of pH, and Dissolved Oxygen
content (Winkler’s method), Chemical Oxygen Demand and free CO2
4. Report on a visit to National Park/Biodiversity Park/Wild life sanctuary
SUGGESTED READINGS
Colinvaux, P. A. (1993). Ecology. II Edition. Wiley, John and Sons, Inc.
Krebs, C. J. (2001). Ecology. VI Edition. Benjamin Cummings.
Odum, E.P., (2008). Fundamentals of Ecology. Indian Edition. Brooks/Cole
Robert Leo Smith Ecology and field biology Harper and Row publisher
Ricklefs, R.E., (2000). Ecology. V Edition. Chiron Pres
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CORE COURSE III BZ(H) CC 201
NON-CHORDATES II: COELOMATES
THEORY(Credits 4)
Time Allowed : 3hrs Maximum marks : 100
External Evaluation : 75
Internal assessment : 25
Section A
Unit 1: Introduction to Coelomates
Evolution of coelom and metamerism
Unit 2: Annelida
General characteristics and Classification up to classes
Excretion in Annelida
Unit 3: Arthropoda
General characteristics and Classification up to classes
Vision and Respiration in Arthropoda
Metamorphosis in Insects
Social life in bees and termites
Section B
Unit 4: Onychophora
General characteristics and Evolutionary significance
Unit 5: Mollusca
General characteristics and Classification up to classes
Respiration in Mollusca
Torsion and detorsion in Gastropoda
Pearl formation in bivalves
Evolutionary significance of trochophore larva
Unit 6: Echinodermata
General characteristics and Classification up to classes
Water-vascular system in Asteroidea
Larval forms in Echinodermata
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Affinities with Chordates
Note : Examiner will set two sections A and B of four questions each from respective
sections of the syllabus of 15 marks each and Section C of compulsory question ( short
answer type questions ) covering the entire syllabus. The candidate will attempt two
questions each from Section A and B and Section C will be compulsory.
NON-CHORDATES II: COELOMATES BZ(H) CCP201
PRACTICAL(Credits 2)
M.M. 50
1. Study of following specimens:
Annelids - Aphrodite, Nereis, Heteronereis, Sabella, Serpula, Chaetopterus,
Pheretima, Hirudinaria
Arthropods - Limulus, Palamnaeus, Palaemon, Daphnia, Balanus, Sacculina, Cancer,
Eupagurus, Scolopendra, Julus, Bombyx, Periplaneta, termites and honey bees
Onychophora - Peripatus
Molluscs - Chiton, Dentalium, Pila, Doris, Helix, Unio, Ostrea, Pinctada, Sepia,
Octopus, Nautilus
Echinodermates - Pentaceros/Asterias, Ophiura, Clypeaster, Echinus, Cucumaria and
Antedon
2. Study of digestive system, septal nephridia and pharyngeal nephridia of earthworm
3. T.S. through pharynx, gizzard, and typhlosolar intestine of earthworm
4. Mount of mouth parts and dissection of digestive system and nervous system of
Periplaneta*
5. To submit a Project Report on any related topic to larval forms (crustacean, mollusc and
echinoderm)
SUGGESTED READINGS
Ruppert and Barnes, R.D. (2006). Invertebrate Zoology, VIII Edition. Holt Saunders
International Edition
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Barnes, R.S.K., Calow, P., Olive, P. J. W., Golding, D.W. and Spicer, J.I. (2002).
TheInvertebrates: A New Synthesis, III Edition, Blackwell Science
Barrington, E.J.W. (1979). Invertebrate Structure and Functions. II Edition, E.L.B.S.
and Nelson
CORE COURSE IV
CELL BIOLOGY B Z(H) CC : 202
THEORY(Credits 4)
Time Allowed : 3hrs
Maximum marks : 100
External Evaluation : 75
Internal assessment : 25
Section A
Unit 1: Overview of Cells
Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic cells, Virus, Viroids, Mycoplasma, Prions
Unit 2: Plasma Membrane
Various models of plasma membrane structure
Transport across membranes: Active and Passive transport, Facilitated transport
Cell junctions: Tight junctions, Desmosomes, Gap junctions
Unit 3: Endomembrane System
Structure and Functions: Endoplasmic Reticulum, Golgi Apparatus, Lysosomes
Unit 4: Mitochondria and Peroxisomes
Mitochondria: Structure, Semi-autonomous nature, Endosymbiotic hypothesis
Mitochondrial Respiratory Chain, Chemi-osmotic hypothesis
Peroxisomes
Section B
Unit 5: Cytoskeleton
Structure and Functions: Microtubules, Microfilaments and Intermediate filaments
Unit 6: Nucleus
Structure of Nucleus: Nuclear envelope, Nuclear pore complex, Nucleolus
Chromatin: Euchromatin and Hetrochromatin and packaging (nucleosome)
Unit 7: Cell Division
Mitosis, Meiosis, Cell cycle and its regulation
Unit 8: Cell Signaling
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GPCR and Role of second messenger (cAMP)
Note : Examiner will set two sections A and B of four questions each from respective
sections of the syllabus of 15 marks each and Section C of compulsory question ( short
answer type questions ) covering the entire syllabus. The candidate will attempt two
questions each from Section A and B and Section C will be compulsory.
CELL BIOLOGY BZ(H) CC P 302
PRACTICAL (Credits 2)
M.M 50
1. Preparation of temporary stained squash of onion root tip to study various stages of
mitosis
2. Study of various stages of meiosis.
3. Preparation of permanent slide to show the presence of Barr body in human female blood
cells/cheek cells.
4. To study the electron micrographs of cell organelles.
5. To study the working and principle of electron microscope.
SUGGESTED READINGS
Karp, G. (2010). Cell and Molecular Biology: Concepts and Experiments. VI Edition.
John Wiley and Sons. Inc.
De Robertis, E.D.P. and De Robertis, E.M.F. (2006). Cell and Molecular Biology. VIII
Edition. Lippincott Williams and Wilkins, Philadelphia.
Cooper, G.M. and Hausman, R.E. (2009). The Cell: A Molecular Approach. V Edition.
ASM Press and Sunderland, Washington, D.C.; Sinauer Associates, MA.
Becker, W.M., Kleinsmith, L.J., Hardin. J. and Bertoni, G. P. (2009). The World of the
Cell. VII Edition. Pearson Benjamin Cummings Publishing, San Francisco.
Bruce Albert, Bray Dennis, Levis Julian, Raff Martin, Roberts Keith and Watson
James (2008). Molecular Biology of the Cell, V Edition, Garland publishing Inc., New
York and London.
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CORE COURSE III COURSE CODE : BZ(H) CC 301
DIVERSITY OF CHORDATA THEORY (Credits 4)
Maximum Marks : 100
External Evaluation : 75(Time Allowed : 3 hrs)
Internal Assessment : 25
SECTION A Unit 1: Introduction to Chordates
General characteristics and outline classification
Unit 2: Protochordata
General characteristics and affinities of Hemichordata, Urochordata and Cephalochordata;
Unit 3: Origin of Chordata
Dipleurula concept and the Echinoderm theory of origin of chordates
Advanced features of vertebrates over Protochordata
Unit 4: Agnatha
General characteristics and classification of cyclostomes up to class
Unit 5: Pisces
General characteristics of Chondrichthyes and Osteichthyes, classification up to
order Migration, Osmoregulation and Parental care in fishes
SECTION B
Unit 6: Amphibia
Origin of Tetrapoda(Evolution of terrestrial ectotherms); General
characteristics and classification up to order; Parental care in Amphibians
Unit 7: Reptilia
General characteristics and classification up to order;Poison apparatus and Biting mechanism
in snakes
Unit 8: Aves
General characteristics and classification up to order, Principles and aerodynamics of flight,
Flight adaptations and Migration in birds
Unit 9: Mammals
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General characters and classification up to order; Affinities of Prototheria;
Adaptive radiation with reference to locomotory appendages
NOTE : Examiner will set two sections A and B of four questions each from respective
sections of the syllabus of 12 marks each and Section C of compulsory questions ( Short
answer type of 3marks each ) of 27 marks covering the entire syllabus. The candidate
will attempt two questions each from section A and B ; and entire Section C.
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DIVERSITY OF CHORDATA BZ(H) CC P301
PRACTICAL (Credits 2)
1. Protochordata
Specimens :Balanoglossus, Herdmania, Amphioxus
Permanent Slides :Oikopleura, Doliolum , Salpa. Sections of Balanoglossusthrough proboscis and
branchiogenital regions, Sections of Amphioxus through pharyngeal, intestinal and caudal regions.
Permanent slide of Herdmaniaspicules
2. Agnatha
Petromyzon
3. Fishes
Scoliodon, Sphyrna, Pristis, Torpedo, Chimaera, Mystus, ,Labeo, Exocoetus, Echeneis, Anguilla,
Hippocampus, Tetrodon, Anabas, Solea
Dissection of Labeo *
4. Amphibia
Ureotyphlus, Necturus, Bufo, Hyla, Amphiuma, Salamandra
Dissection of Rana*
5. Reptilia
Chelone, Hemidactylus, Varanus, Chamaeleon, , Draco, Bungarus, Vipera, Naja, Hydrophis,
Crocodialis
Key for Identification of poisonous and non-poisonous snakes
6. Aves
Study of six common birds from different orders. Study of Types of beaks and claws
7. Mammalia
Echidna, Pteropus, Guinea pig , Loris, Herpestes, Crocodylis
Dissection of Rat*
8. Visit to Zoological park./ Study of local chordate biodiversity.
9. PROJECTS :.
Migration in fish
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Parental care in amphibians
Migration in birds
Perching mechanism in birds
Dentition in mammals
* Dissections will be demonstrated through models/ virtual dissections/ CD .
Guidelines for conduction of Practical examinations
Time Allowed : 3hrs Maximum marks : 50
1. To Identify , classify upto order , and write morphoecological note on the specimens A, B,
C,D and E. 5x4=20
2. To identify the given permanent slides E, F and G and to write two identification points for
each. 3x2=6
3. To identify the poisonous/ non poisonous snake by key 04
4. To identify and write a note on beak / Claw of the given bird. 04
5. Project 6
6. Note Book 5
7. Viva 5
SUGGESTED READINGS
Young, J. Z. (2004). The Life of Vertebrates. III Edition. Oxford university press.
Pough H. Vertebrate life, VIII Edition, Pearson International.
Darlington P.J. The Geographical Distribution of Animals, R.E. Krieger Pub. Co.
Hall B.K. and Hallgrimsson B. (2008). Strickberger’s Evolution. IV Edition. Jones and Bartlett
Publishers Inc.
CORE COURSE IV
COURSE CODE :BZ(H) CC 302
ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY: CONTROLLING AND COORDINATING SYSTEMS
THEORY (Credits 4)
Maximum Marks : 100
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External Evaluation : 75(Time Allowed : 3 hrs)
Internal Assessment : 25
SECTION A
Unit 1: Tissues :Structure, location, classification and functions of epithelial tissue,
connective tissue, muscular tissue and nervous tissue
Unit 2: Bone and Cartilage :Structure and types of bones and cartilages, Ossification, bone
growth and resorption
Unit 3: Nervous System : Structure of neuron, resting membrane potential, Origin of action
potential and its propagation across the myelinated and unmyelinated nerve fibers; Types of
synapse, Synaptic transmission and Neuromuscular junction; Reflex action and its types -
reflex arc
Unit 4 : Sensory System :Physiology of hearing and vision.
SECTION B
Unit 5: Muscle Ultra structure of skeletal muscle; Molecular and chemical basis of muscle
contraction; Characteristics of muscle twitch; Motor unit, summation and tetanus
Unit 6: Reproductive System Histology of testis and ovary; Physiology of male and female
reproduction, Reproductive cycles.
Unit 7: Endocrine System :Nature of hormones , Mode of action , Signal transduction
pathways used by steroidal and non steroidal hormones. Histology and functions of endocrine
glands : Thyroid, parathyroid, Adrenal , hypothalamus, Pituitiary, Pancreas, Gonads and
Placenta. Effect of abnormal secretions of hormones.
NOTE : Examiner will set two sections A and B of four questions each from the
respective sections of the syllabus of 12 marks each and Section C of 9 compulsory
questions ( Short answer type of 3 marks each ) of 27 marks covering the entire
syllabus. The candidate will attempt two questions each from section A and B ; and
entire Section C.
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ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY: CONTROLLING AND COORDINATING SYSTEMS
BZ(H) CC P302
PRACTICALS (Credits 2)
1. To study the Knee jerk reflex in man
2. Demonstration of the unconditioned reflex action *.
3 Recording of muscle contraction in the gastrocnemius muscle nerve preparation of frog.*
4.. Examination of previously recorded and printed EEG.
5.. Preparation of temporary mounts: Squamous epithelium, Striated muscle fibres and nerve
cells
6. Study of permanent slides of :
a)Striated, non striated and Cardiac Muscle
b) Bone and Cartilage
c) Testis , Ovary, Adrenal, Pancreas, Thyroid
d) Spinal Cord
e) skin and Squamous epithelium
7. Microtomy: Preparation of permanent slide of any mammalian tissue.**
8. Study of physiology disorders through charts: Bone disorders, Muscle dystrophies ,
abnormal secretions of hormones.
(* only as per UGC guidelines
* *Tissue should only betaken from slaughter house )
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Guidelines for conduction of Practical examinations
Time Allowed : 3hrs Maximum marks : 50
1. Identification of the given 5 permanent slides and to write two identification points for
each. 5x2=10
2. To identify the given physiological disorder F and G and to write the cause and symptoms
of the same. 2x5=10
3. To study and comment on given EEG. 03
4. To demonstrate the given physiological experiment H and to write principle and
observation. 07
4. To prepare the permanent slide of the given mammalian section. 0 5
5. Project 05
6.Note Book 0 5
7.Viva 05
CORE COURSE V
COURSE CODE :BZ(H) CC 303
FUNDAMENTALS OF BIOCHEMISTRY
THEORY (Credits 4)
Maximum Marks : 100
External Evaluation : 75 (Time Allowed : 3 hrs)
Internal Assessment : 25
SECTION A
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Unit 1: Carbohydrates Structure and Biological importance: Monosaccharides,
Disaccharides, Polysaccharides and Glycoconjugates
Unit 2: Lipids Structure and Significance: Physiologically important saturated and
unsaturated fatty acids, Tri-acylglycerols, Phospholipids, Glycolipids, Steroids
Unit 3: Proteins
Amino acids: Structure, Classification and General properties of α-amino acids;
Physiological importance of essential and non-essential α-amino acids Proteins: Bonds
stabilizing protein structure; Levels of organization in proteins; Denaturation; Introduction to
simple and conjugate proteins Immunoglobulins: Basic Structure, Classes and Function,
Antigenic Determinants
SECTION B
Unit 4: Nucleic Acids Structure: Purines and pyrimidines, Nucleosides, Nucleotides, Nucleic
acids . Cot Curves: Base pairing, Denaturation and Renaturation of DNA .Types of DNA and
RNA, Complementarity of DNA, Hpyo-Hyperchromaticity of DNA
Unit 5: Enzymes :Nomenclature and classification; Cofactors; Specificity of enzyme action;
Isozymes; Mechanism of enzyme action; Enzyme kinetics; Factors affecting rate of enzyme-
catalyzed reactions; Derivation of Michaelis-Menten equation, Concept of Km and Vmax,
Lineweaver-Burk plot; Multi-substrate reactions; Enzyme inhibition; Allosteric enzymes and
their kinetics; Regulation of enzyme action
NOTE : Examiner will set two sections A and B of four questions each from respective
sections of the syllabus of 12 marks each and Section C of compulsory questions ( Short
answer type of 3 marks each) of 27 marks covering the entire syllabus. The candidate
will attempt two questions each from section A and B ; and entire Section C.
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FUNDAMENTALS OF BIOCHEMISTRY
PRACTICAL (CREDITS 2)
1. Qualitative tests of functional groups in carbohydrates, proteins and lipids.
2. Paper chromatography of amino acids.
3. Action of salivary amylase under optimum conditions.
4. Effect of pH, temperature and inhibitors on the action of salivary amylase.
5. Demonstration of proteins separation by SDS-PAGE.
Guidelines for conduction of Practical examinations
TimeAllowed : 3hrs Maximum marks : 50
1. To perform the Qualitative analysis of the given sample A and B.
5x2=10
2. To demonstrate the effect of the given parameter C and D on enzyme activity.
7x2=14
3. To perform the paper chromatography of the given sample E 10
4. Project 06
5. Viva 05
6. Note Book 05
SUGGESTED READINGS
1.Cox, M.M and Nelson, D.L. (2008). Lehninger’s Principles of Biochemistry, V Edition,
W.H. Freeman and Co., New York.
2.Berg, J.M., Tymoczko, J.L. and Stryer, L. (2007). Biochemistry, VI Edition, W.H. Freeman
and Co., New York.
3.Murray, R.K., Bender, D.A., Botham, K.M., Kennelly, P.J., Rodwell, V.W. and Well, P.A.
(2009). Harper’s Illustrated Biochemistry, XXVIII Edition, International Edition, The
McGraw- Hill Companies Inc.
4.Hames, B.D. and Hooper, N.M. (2000). Instant Notes in Biochemistry, II Edition, BIOS
Scientific Publishers Ltd., U.K.
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5.Watson, J.D., Baker, T.A., Bell, S.P., Gann, A., Levine, M. and Losick, R. (2008).
Molecular Biology of the Gene, VI Edition, Cold Spring Harbor Lab. Press, Pearson Pub
CORE COURSE VI
COURSE CODE :B Z(H) CC : 401
COMPARATIVE ANATOMY OF VERTEBRATES
THEORY (Credits 4)
Maximum Marks : 100
External Evaluation : 75(Time Allowed : 3 hrs)
Internal Assessment : 25
SECTION A
Unit 1: Integumentary System
Comparative account of Skin. Structure, functions and derivatives of integument : Glands,
Scales, Hairs, Feathers, Nails, Claws, Horns and Antlers.
Unit 2: Skeletal System
Overview of axial and appendicular skeleton, Jaw suspension, Visceral arches
Unit 3: Digestive System
Alimentary canal and associated glands, dentition
Unit 4: Respiratory System
Skin, gills, lungs and air sacs; Accessory respiratory organs
SECTION B
Unit 5: Circulatory System
General plan of circulation, evolution of heart and aortic arches
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Unit 6: Urinogenital System
Succession of kidney, Evolution of urinogenital ducts, Types of mammalian uteri
Unit 7: Nervous System
Comparative account of brain, Autonomic nervous system, Spinal cord, Cranial nerves in
mammals
Unit 8: Sense Organs
Classification of receptors
Brief account of visual and auditory receptors in man
NOTE : Examiner will set two sections A and B of four questions each from respective
sections of the syllabus of 12 marks each and Section C of compulsory questions ( Short
answer type of 3 marks each ) of 27 marks covering the entire syllabus. The candidate
will attempt two questions each from section A and B ; and entire Section C.
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COMPARATIVE ANATOMY OF VERTEBRATES
PRACTICAL (CREDITS 2)
1. Study of placoid, cycloid and ctenoid scales through permanent slides/photographs
2. Disarticulated skeleton of Scoliodon, Frog, Varanus, Fowl, Rabbit
3.Study of carapace and plastron of tortoise.
4. Study of Integumentary modification in birds ( Feathers ), and Mammals ( Hoof, Horn)
through specimens/ models.
5. Histological slides : frog and mammal( skin, oesophagus,stomach, intestine, kidney, retina,
blood smear )
6. Study of structure of heart, lung, kidney, eye and ear from video recordings/ Models.
7. Study of skeletal modifications in vertebrates( through charts/ Models )
8. Study of Dentition in mammals.
Guidelines for conduction of Practical examinations
Time Allowed : 3hrs Maximum marks : 50
1. Identification of the given 4 permanent slides and to write two identification points for
each. 4x2 =8
2. To identify the given bones A, B , C and D. Draw labelled diagram of the given view.
4x4=16
3. To identify the given dentition and to explain it. 05
4. To identify the given skeletal modification and to explain it 05
4. Project 06
5.Note Book 05
6.Viva 05
SUGGESTED READINGS
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1. Kardong, K.V. (2005) Vertebrates’ Comparative Anatomy, Function and Evolution.
IV Edition. McGraw-Hill Higher Education
2. Kent, G.C. and Carr R.K. (2000). Comparative Anatomy of the Vertebrates. IX
Edition. The McGraw-Hill Companies
3. Weichert C.K and William Presch (1970). Elements of Chordate Anatomy, Tata
McGraw Hills
4. Hilderbrand, M and Gaslow G.E. Analysis of Vertebrate Structure, John Wiley and
Sons
5. Walter, H.E. and Sayles, L.P; Biology of Vertebrates, Khosla Publishing House
CORE COURSE VII
COURSE CODE :BZ(H) CC: 402
ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY:LIFE SUSTAINING SYSTEMS
THEORY (Credits 4)
Maximum Marks : 100
External Evaluation : 75(Time Allowed : 3 hrs)
Internal Assessment : 25
SECTION A
Unit 1: Physiology of Digestion
Structural organization and functions of gastrointestinal tract and associated glands;
Mechanical and chemical digestion of food; Absorptions of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins,
water, minerals and vitamins; Hormonal control of secretion of enzymes in Gastrointestinal
tract.
Unit 2: Physiology of Respiration
Histology of trachea and lung; Mechanism of respiration, Pulmonary ventilation; Respiratory
volumes and capacities; Transport of oxygen and carbon dioxide in blood; Respiratory
pigments, Dissociation curves and the factors influencing it; Carbon monoxide poisoning;
Control of respiration
Unit 3: Renal Physiology
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Structure of kidney and its functional unit; Mechanism of urine formation; Regulation of
water balance; Regulation of acid-base balance
SECTION B
Unit 4: Blood
Components of blood and their functions; Structure and functions of haemoglobin
Haemostasis: Blood clotting system, Kallikrein-Kinninogen system, Complement system&
Fibrinolytic system, HaemopoiesisBlood groups: Rh factor, ABO and MN
Unit 5: Physiology of Heart
Structure of mammalian heart; Coronary circulation; Structure and working of conducting
myocardial fibers. Origin and conduction of cardiac impulses
Cardiac cycle; Cardiac output and its regulation, Frank-Starling Law of the heart, nervous
and chemical regulation of heart rate. Electrocardiogram, Blood pressure and its regulation
Unit 6 : Thermoregulation
Regulation of heat production and heat loss. Role of circulatory system in thermoregulation.
Role of hypothalamus as thermostat
NOTE : Examiner will set two sections A and B of four questions each from respective
sections of the syllabus of 12 marks each and Section C of compulsory questions ( Short
answer type ) of 27 marks covering the entire syllabus. The candidate will attempt two
questions each from section A and B ; and entire Section C
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ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY:LIFE SUSTAINING SYSTEMS
PRACTICALS (CREDITS 2)
1. Determination of ABO Blood group
2. Enumeration of red blood cells and white blood cells using haemocytometer
3. Estimation of haemoglobin using Sahli’shaemoglobinometer
4.Determination of Differential White blood corpuscles in human blood
5. Determination of Bleeding and clotting time of blood.
6.To observe the coagulation of blood.
7.To prepare Haemin crystal
8. Recording of frog’s heart beat under in situ and perfused conditions*
9. Recording of blood pressure using a sphygmomanometer
10. Examination of sections of mammalian oesophagus, stomach, duodenum, ileum, rectum,
liver, trachea, lung, kidney ,pancreas, Artery, vein, blood smear.
(*Subject to UGC guidelines )
Guidelines for conduction of Practical examinations
Time Allowed : 3hrs Maximum marks : 50
1. Identification of the given 5 permanent slides and to write two identification points for
each. 5x2=10
2. To perform the given physiology experiments I, II ( major ) and III ( Minor ) and to write
the principle, observation and conclusion 10+10+5 =25
3. Project 5
4.Note Book 5
5.Viva 5
SUGGESTED READINGS
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1. Guyton, A.C. & Hall, J.E. (2006). Textbook of Medical Physiology. XI Edition.
Hercourt Asia PTE Ltd. W.B. Saunders Company.
2. Tortora, G.J. & Grabowski, S. (2006). Principles of Anatomy & Physiology. XI
Edition John Wiley & sons,
3. Victor P. Eroschenko. (2008). diFiore’s Atlas of Histology with Functional
correlations. XII Edition. Lippincott W. & Wilkins.
4. Arey, L.B. (1974). Human Histology. IV Edition. W.B. Saunders.
5. Vander A, Sherman J. and Luciano D. (2014). Vander's Human Physiology: The
Mechanism of Body Function. XIII Edition, Mcgraw Hills
6. Verma, Tyagi and Agarwal .( 2000) Animal Physiology. S. Chand & Company
CORE COURSE VIII
COURSE CODE :BZ(H) CC 403
BIOCHEMISTRY OF METABOLIC PROCESSES
THEORY (Credits 4)
Maximum Marks : 100
External Evaluation : 75(Time Allowed : 3 hrs)
Internal Assessment : 25
SECTION A
Unit 1: Overview of Metabolism
Catabolism vsAnabolism, Stages of catabolism, Compartmentalization of metabolic
pathways, Shuttle systems and membrane transporters; ATP as "Energy Currency of cell";
coupled reactions; Use of reducing equivalents and cofactors; Intermediary metabolism and
regulatory mechanisms
Unit 2: Carbohydrate Metabolism
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Sequence of reactions and regulation of glycolysis, Citric acid cycle, Phosphate pentose
pathway, Gluconeogenesis, Glycogenolysis and Glycogenesis
Unit 3: Lipid Catabolism
β-oxidation and omega -oxidation of saturated fatty acids with even and odd number of
carbon atoms; Unit 4 : Lipid Anabolism :Biosynthesis of palmitic acid; Ketogenesis and its
physiological significance in Diabetes mellitus and Alcohlism
SECTION B
Unit 5: Protein Metabolism
Catabolism of amino acids: Transamination, Deamination, Urea cycle; Fate of C-skeleton of
Glucogenic and Ketogenic amino acids
Unit 6 :Purine and Pyrimidine metabolism : Biosynthesis and degradation
Unit 7: Oxidative Phosphorylation
Redox systems; mitochondrial respiratory chain, Inhibitors and un-couplers of Electron
Transport System
Unit 8 :Vitamins: Metabolic role of Thiamine, Riboflavin, Niacin, Pyridoxine, Biotin ,
Lipoic acid, Vitamin A : role of Rhodopsin, Vitamin D : Role in calcium absorption and
mobilisation. Biochemical role of Vitamin E and K.
NOTE : Examiner will set two sections A and B of four questions each from respective
sections of the syllabus of 12 marks each and Section C of compulsory questions ( Short
answer type of 3 marks each) of 27 marks covering the entire syllabus. The candidate
will attempt two questions each from section A and B ; and entire Section C.
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BIOCHEMISTRY OF METABOLIC PROCESS
PRACTICAL (CREDITS 2)
1. Estimation of total protein in given solutions by Lowry’s method.
2. Saponification value of fat.
3. Determination of Acid value of fat
4. Calculation of Iodine number of fat
5. Identification of sugars in fruit juice using TLC.
6. Analysis of urine for its abnormal constituents.
7. To study the vitamin deficiency disorders through charts/ slides/ models.
8. Visit to medical laboratory.
Guidelines for conduction of Practical examinations Time Allowed : 3hrs Maximum marks : 50
1. To estimate the amount of protein in the given sample . 10
2.To perform the given experiment I and II ( writing principle, observation and inference).
10X2 =20
3.To identify the given vitamin disorder and to write a note on it 05
4. Project 05
5.Note Book 05
6.Viva 05
SUGGESTED READINGS
Cox, M.M and Nelson, D.L. (2008). Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry, V Edition, W.H.
Freeman and Co., New York.
Berg, J.M., Tymoczko, J.L. and Stryer, L. (2007). Biochemistry, VI Edition, W.H. Freeman
and Co., New York.
Murray, R.K., Bender, D.A., Botham, K.M., Kennelly, P.J., Rodwell, V.W. and Well, P.A.
(2009). Harper’s Illustrated Biochemistry, XXVIII Edition, International Edition, The
McGraw-Hill Companies Inc.
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Hames, B.D. and Hooper, N.M. (2000). Instant Notes in Biochemistry, II Edition, BIOS
Scientific Publishers Ltd., U.K.
CORE COURSE XI
CODE: ZOO (H)CC 111
TITLE :FUNDAMENTALS OF MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
OBJECTIVES OF THE COURSE :To acquaint the students with the basic concepts of
Molecular biology: structure of nucleic acids , replication , Transcription, Translation, Gene
regulation and Repair mechanisms to make them enable to understand more advanced and
applied courses in life sciences.
THEORY (CREDITS 4)
Time Allowed : 3 hrs Maximum Marks : 100
Pass Percentage : 40% External Evaluation : 75
Internal Assessmemt :25
Instruction for the paper setter: : Examiner will set two sections A and B of four questions each
from respective sections of the syllabus of 12 marks each and Section C of compulsory questions
(Short answer type questions ) consist of 9 questions covering the entire syllabus and will carry 3
marks each. The candidate will attempt two questions each from section A and B ; and entire Section
C.
SECTION A
Unit 1: Nucleic Acids (4)
Salient features of DNA and RNA, Watson and Crick model of DNA
Unit 2: DNA Replication( 12)
DNA Replication in prokaryotes and eukaryotes, mechanism of DNA replication, Semi-conservative,
bidirectional and semi-discontinuous replication, RNA priming, Replication of circular and linear ds-
DNA, replication of telomeres
Unit 3: Transcription (10)
RNA polymerase and transcription Unit, mechanism of transcription in prokaryotes and eukaryotes,
synthesis of rRNA and mRNA, transcription factors
Unit 4: Translation (12)
Genetic code, Degeneracy of the genetic code and Wobble Hypothesis; Process of protein synthesis in
prokaryotes: Ribosome structure and assembly in prokaryotes, fidelity of protein synthesis, aminoacyl
tRNA synthetases and charging of tRNA; Proteins involved in initiation, elongation and termination
of polypeptide chain; Inhibitors of protein synthesis; Difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic
translation
SECTION B
Unit 5: Post Transcriptional Modifications and Processing of Eukaryotic RNA( 6)
Structure of globin mRNA; Split genes: concept of introns and exons, splicing mechanism, alternative
splicing, exon shuffling, and RNA editing, Processing of tRNA
Unit 6: Gene Regulation (10)
Transcription regulation in prokaryotes: Principles of transcriptional regulation with examples from
lac operon and trp operon; Transcription regulation in eukaryotes: Activators, repressors, enhancers,
silencer elements; Gene silencing, Genetic imprinting
Unit 7: DNA Repair Mechanisms( 3)
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Pyrimidine dimerization and mismatch repair
Unit 8: Regulatory RNAs (3)
Ribo-switches, RNA interference, miRNA, siRNA
MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
PRACTICAL (CREDITS 2)
1.Isolation of DNA
2. Quantiative Estimation of DNA using spectrophotometer
3. Separation of DNA by Electrophoresis and visualisation through Gel Documentation
4. Demonstration of DNA replication using PCR
5.Study and interpretation of electron micrographs/ photograph showing
(a) DNA replication
(b) Transcription
(c) Split genes
6. Extraction of RNA
7. Designing of a primer ( through Hypothetical Data )
8. Numerical Problems on Genetic Code
9. Visit to Molecular research Lab
SUGGESTED BOOKS
Becker, W.M., Kleinsmith, L.J., Hardin. J. and Bertoni, G. P. (2009). The World
of the Cell. VII Edition. Pearson Benjamin Cummings Publishing, San Francisco.
Bruce Alberts, Alexander Johnson, Julian Lewis, Martin Raff, Keith Roberts, Peter Walter:
Molecular Biology of the Cell, IV Edition.
Cooper G. M. and Robert E. Hausman R. E. The Cell: A Molecular Approach, V Edition,
ASM Press and Sinauer Associates.
De Robertis, E.D.P. and De Robertis, E.M.F. (2006). Cell and Molecular Biology. VIII
Edition. Lippincott Williams and Wilkins, Philadelphia.
Karp, G. (2010) Cell and Molecular Biology: Concepts and Experiments. VI Edition. John
Wiley and Sons. Inc.
Lewin B. (2008). Gene XI, Jones and Bartlett
McLennan A., Bates A., Turner, P. and White M. (2015). Molecular Biology IV
Edition. GS, Taylor and Francis Group, New York and London.
Guidelines for the conduction of practical examination
M.M. 50 Time allowed: 4hr
1. Interpret the given Electron Micrograph A and B 3x2=6
2. To perform the given experiments I and II from the syllabus. Write the principle, procedure and
demonstrate it to the examiner. 10x2=20
3. To design the primer from given hypothetical data 4
4. To solve the numerical problem based on Genetic code 4
5. Project 06
6. Viva 05
7. Practical note book 05
CORE COURSE XII
COURSE CODE : ZOO(H) CC112
COURSE TITLE : PRINCIPLES OF GENETICS
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OBJECTIVES OF THE COURSE : To acquaint the students with the fundamental concepts of
Genetics.
THEORY (CREDITS 4)
Time Allowed : 3 hrs Maximum Marks : 100
Pass Percentage : 40% External Evaluation : 75
Internal Assessmemt :25
Instruction for the paper setter: : Examiner will set two sections A and B of four questions each
from respective sections of the syllabus of 12 marks each and Section C of compulsory questions
(Short answer type questions ) consist of 9 questions covering the entire syllabus and will carry 3
marks each. The candidate will attempt two questions each from section A and B ; and entire Section
C.
SECTION A
Unit 1: Mendelian Genetics and its Extension( 8)
Principles of inheritance, Incomplete dominance and co-dominance, Multiple alleles, Lethal alleles,
Epistasis, Pleiotropy, Sex-linked, sex influenced and sex-limited characters inheritance.
Unit 2: Linkage, Crossing Over and Chromosomal Mapping (12)
Linkage and crossing over, Cytological basis of crossing over, Molecular mechanisms of crossing
over including models of recombination, Recombination frequency as a measure of linkage intensity,
Two factor and three factor crosses, Interference and coincidence, Somatic cell hybridization.
Unit 3: Mutations (10)
Types of gene mutations (Classification), Types of chromosomal aberrations (Classification, figures
and with one suitable example of each), Molecular basis of mutations in relation to UV light and
chemical mutagens; Detection of mutations: CLB method, attached X method.
Unit 4: Sex Determination (4)
Chromosomal mechanisms of sex determination in Drosophila and Man
SECTION B
Unit 5: Extra-chromosomal Inheritance (6)
Criteria for extra-chromosomal inheritance, Antibiotic resistance in Chlamydomonas, Mitochondrial
mutations in Saccharomyces, Infective heredity in Paramecium and Maternal effects
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Unit 6: Polygenic Inheritance (3)
Polygenic inheritance with suitable examples; simple numericals based on it.
Unit 7: Recombination in Bacteria and Viruses (9)
Conjugation, Transformation, Transduction, Complementation test in Bacteriophage
Unit 8: Transposable Genetic Elements (8)
Transposons in bacteria, Ac-Ds elements in maize and P elements in Drosophila, Transposons in
humans
PRINCIPLES OF GENETICS
PRACTICALS (CREDITS 2)
1. To study the Mendelian laws and gene interactions.
2. Chi-square analyses using seeds/beads/Drosophila.
3. Linkage maps based on data from conjugation, transformation and transduction.
4. Linkage maps based on data from Drosophila crosses.
5. Study of human karyotype (normal and abnormal).
6. Pedigree analysis of some human inherited traits.
SUGGESTED READINGS
Gardner, E.J., Simmons, M.J., Snustad, D.P. (2008). Principles of Genetics. VIII Edition.
Wiley India
Snustad, D.P., Simmons, M.J. (2009). Principles of Genetics. V Edition. John Wiley and Sons
Inc
Klug, W.S., Cummings, M.R., Spencer, C.A. (2012). Concepts of Genetics. X Edition.
Benjamin Cummings
Russell, P. J. (2009). Genetics- A Molecular Approach.III Edition. Benjamin Cummings
Griffiths, A.J.F., Wessler, S.R., Lewontin, R.C. and Carroll, S.B. Introduction to Genetic
Analysis. IX Edition. W. H. Freeman and Co
Fletcher H. and Hickey I. (2015). Genetics. IV Edition. GS, Taylor and Francis Group, New
York and London.
Guidelines for the conduction of practical examination
M.M. 50 Time allowed: 4hr
1. Demonstration of given gene interaction from the material provided. 08
2. To Analyze the given three Human Karyotype and comment 09
3. To Construct gene map from the given data 06
4. To construct the pedigree charts from the given information 5x2=10
5. Notebook 06
6. Viva 05
7. Project 06
COURSE CODE : ZOO(H) CC 113
COURSE TITLE : Developmental Biology
OBJECTIVES OF THE COURSE : To make students understand the basic concepts of
development, embryonic and postembryonic development ; implication of teratogens and basics
of techniques in Development Biology
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THEORY (Credits 4)
Time Allowed : 3 hrs Maximum Marks : 100
Pass Percentage : 40% External Evaluation : 75
Internal Assessmemt :25
.
NOTE : Examiner will set two sections A and B of four questions each from respective sections of
the syllabus of 12 marks each and Section C of compulsory questions ( Short answer type questions )
consist of 9 questions covering the entire syllabus and will carry 3 marks each. The candidate will
attempt two questions each from section A and B ; and entire Section C.
Section: A
Unit 1: Introduction ( 4 )
Historical perspective and basic concepts: Phases of development, Cell-Cell interaction, Pattern
formation, Differentiation and growth, Differential gene expression, Cytoplasmic determinants and
asymmetric cell division
Unit 2 : Gametogenesis with particular reference to differentiation of spermatozoa, vitellogenesis;
role of follicle/Sertoli cells in gametogenesis. (4)
Unit 3 :Egg maturation :Types of eggs, egg membranes : polarity of egg. ( 1)
Unit 4:Fertilization: Mechanism, types and significance. Blocks to polyspermy . (2)
Unit 5: Cleavage: Characteristics, planes ,patterns, determinate and indeterminate cleavage, influence
of yolk on cleavage , laws of cleavage, blastulation, types of blastula. (2)
Unit 6 :Gastrulation: Definition, morphogenetic movements: epiboly, emboly, invagination,
involution, ingression, divergence and extension. Fate maps. (2)
Unit 7 :Basic concepts of organizers and inductors and their role in Determination and differentiation
(3)
SECTION B
Unit 8: Embryogenesis of Frog: Spawning, organization of unfertilized egg, Cleavage and
blastulation, Fate map, Gastrulation ( 4)
Unit 9: Embryogenesis of Chick: Structure of fertilized egg, Cleavage, Blastulation, Fate map,
Gastrulation, Comparison of blastopore and primitive streak. Extraembryonic membranes
(Development and functions) (5)
Unit 10: Embryogenesis of Rabbit: Cleavage, blastulation, gastrulation. Implantation. Development
and function of extraembryonic membranes, formation of Placenta.
Mammalian placenta – structure, types and functions. (5)
Unit 11: Post Embryonic Development (12)
Metamorphosis: Changes, hormonal regulations in amphibians and insects;
Regeneration: Modes of regeneration, epimorphosis, morphallaxis and compensatory regeneration
(with one example each); Ageing: Concepts and Theories
Unit 12: Implications of Developmental Biology( 8)
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Teratogenesis: Teratogenic agents and their effects on embryonic development; In vitro fertilization,
Stem cell (ESC), Amniocentesis
2015
DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY
PRACTICALS (CREDITS 2)
1. Study of whole mounts and sections of developmental stages of frog through permanent slides:
Cleavage stages, blastula, gastrula, neurula, tail-bud stage, tadpole (external and internal gill stages)
2. Study of whole mounts of developmental stages of chick through permanent slides: Primitive streak
(13 and 18 hours), 21, 24, 28, 33, 36, 48, 72, and 96 hours of incubation (Hamilton and Hamburger
stages)
3. Study of the developmental stages and life cycle of Drosophila from stock culture
4. Study of different sections of placenta (photomicropgraph/ slides)
5.Study of teratogenic agents and their effect on developments in humans through pictures/ Videos .
6. Project report on Drosophila culture/chick embryo development
SUGGESTED READINGS
Gilbert, S. F. (2010). Developmental Biology, IX Edition, Sinauer Associates,
Inc., Publishers, Sunderland, Massachusetts, USA
Balinsky B. I. and Fabian B. C. (1981). An Introduction to Embryology, V
Edition, International Thompson Computer Press
Carlson, R. F. Patten's Foundations of Embryology
Kalthoff (2008). Analysis of Biological Development, II Edition, McGraw-Hill
Publishers
Lewis Wolpert (2002). Principles of Development. II Edition, Oxford University
Urspaung, H. : Major Problems in Developmental Biology, Academic Press, New York,
1966.
Verma, P.S. and Aggarwal, V.K. Chordate Embryology,(1997), S.Chand& Company Ltd.
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Guidelines for the conduction of Practical Examination
Time Allowed : 3hrs Maximum Marks : 50
1. To Identify the developmental stage in the given permanent slide and to write two
identification point for each:
A. Frog : 3 slides 09
B. Chick : 3 slides 09
2. To identify the section of placenta ( 2 slides / Photomicrograph ) and to write a note on it
06
3. To identify the development Defect and to comment on it 6
4. Project 08
5. Practical record 06
6. Viva 06
CORE COURSE XIV
COURSE TITLE : EVOLUTIONARY BIOLOGY
COURSE CODE : ZOO (H) CC 114
OBJECTIVES OF THE COURSE: To make the students understand the concept of origin of
life, Speciation and Evolution.
THEORY (Credits 4)
Time Allowed : 3 hrs Maximum Marks : 100
Pass Percentage : 40% External Evaluation : 75
Internal Assessmemt :25
NOTE : Examiner will set two sections A and B of four questions each from respective sections of
the syllabus of 12 marks each and Section C of compulsory questions ( Short answer type questions )
consist of 9 questions covering the entire syllabus and will carry 3 marks each. The candidate will
attempt two questions each from section A and B ; and entire Section C.
SECTION A
Unit 1: ( 7)
Life’s Beginnings: Chemogeny, RNA world, Biogeny, Origin of photosynthesis, Evolution of
eukaryotes
Unit 2: (4)
Historical review of evolutionary concept: Lamarckism, Darwinism, Neo-Darwinism
Unit 3: ( 10)
Evidences of Evolution: Fossil record (types of fossils, transitional forms, geological
time scale, evolution of horse, Molecular (universality of genetic code and protein
synthesising machinery, three domains of life, neutral theory of molecular evolution,
molecular clock ,example of globin gene family, rRNA/cyt c
Unit 4: ( 8)
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Sources of variations: Heritable variations and their role in evolution
Unit 5: (13)
Population genetics: Hardy-Weinberg Law (statement and derivation of equation, application of law
to human Population); Evolutionary forces upsetting H-W equilibrium; Natural selection (concept of
fitness, selection coefficient, derivation of one unit of selection for a dominant allele, genetic load,
mechanism of working, types of selection, density-dependent selection, heterozygous superiority, kin
selection, adaptive resemblances, sexual selection. Genetic Drift (mechanism, founder’s effect,
bottleneck phenomenon; Role of Migration and Mutation in changing allele frequencies
Unit 6: 7
Product of evolution: Micro evolutionary changes (inter-population variations, clines, races, Species
concept, Isolating mechanisms, modes of speciation—allopatric, sympatric, Adaptive radiation /
macroevolution (exemplified by Galapagos finches)
Unit 7: 2
Extinctions, Back ground and mass extinctions (causes and effects), detailed example of K-T
extinction
Unit 8: 6
Origin and evolution of man, Unique hominin characteristics contrasted with primate characteristics,
primate phylogeny from Dryopithecus leading to Homo sapiens, molecular analysis of human origin
Unit 9: 2
Phylogenetic trees, Multiple sequence alignment, construction of phylogenetic trees, interpretation of
trees 2015
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EVOLUTIONARY BIOLOGY
PRACTICALS (CREDITS 2)
1. Study of fossils from models/ pictures
2. Study of homology and analogy from suitable specimens
3. Study and verification of Hardy-Weinberg Law by chi square analysis
4. Demonstration of role of natural selection and genetic drift in changing allele frequencies using
simulation studies
5. Study of Evolution of man and horse through charts / Models
6. Calculation of Gene frequency based on Hardy Weinberg Equation
7.Construction of phylogenetic trees
8. Visit to zoological museum/ fossil park.
Guidelines for the conduct of practical Examination
M.M. 50 Time allowed: 4hr
1. To identify the Analogy / Homology in the given two set of specimens and write a note on it.
5x2=10
2. Numerical Problem based on Hardy Weinberg Law 3x2=6
3. To identify the evolutionary stage in man/ horse and to write a note on it. 05
4. To identify the two fossils and to comment 3x2=6
5. To prepare phylogenetic tree. 05
6. Project 06
7. Practical note book 06
8. Viva 06
SUGGESTED READINGS
Ridley,M (2004) Evolution III Edition Blackwell publishing
Hall, B.K. and Hallgrimson, B (2008). Evolution IV Edition. Jones and Barlett Publishers.
Campbell, N.A. and Reece J.B (2011). Biology. IX Edition. Pearson, Benjamin, Cummings.
Douglas, J. Futuyma (1997). Evolutionary Biology. Sinauer Associates.
Snustad, D.P., Simmons, M.J. (2009). Principles of Genetics. V Edition. John Wiley and Sons
Inc
Pevsner, J (2009). Bioinformatics and Functional Genomics. II Edition Wiley-Blackwell
Rastogi V.B (2007). Organic Evolution, XI Edition. KedarNath Ram Nath, Delhi
Lull, R.S. (2011)Organic evolution.A text book. Nabu press.
Arora M.P. Organic evolution. 2000 Himalaya publishing house.
Gupta P.K( 1999). Cytology, genetics and evolution. Rastogi publications.
Tomar B.S. and Singh S.P. (2000) Evolutionary biology. Rastogi publications.
DISCIPLINE SPECIFIC ELECTIVES
III. ODD SEMESTER
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Sr No Course Code Course Title
1. ZOO (DSE) 301 Fundamentals of Entomology
2. ZOO (DSE) 302 Immunology
3. ZOO (DSE) 303 Research Methodology
4. ZOO (DSE) 304 Parasitology
5. ZOO (DSE) 305 Wild Life Conservation
IV. EVEN SEMESTER
Sr No Course Code Course Title
1. ZOO( DSE) 306
Economic Entomology and Pest
Management
2. ZOO( DSE) 307
Fish and Fisheries
3. ZOO( DSE) 308
Animal Biotechnology
4. ZOO( DSE) 309 Animal Behaviour and
chronobiology
5. ZOO( DSE) 310 Dissertation
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COURSE CODE : ZOO(DSE) 301
COURSE TITLE : FUNDAMENTALS OF ENTOMOLOGY
OBJECTIVES OF THE COURSE: To acquaint the students with the general morphology,
anatomy and physiology of an insect so that they can be able to identify the major economically
important insects.
THEORY (Credits 4)
Time Allowed : 3 hrs Maximum Marks : 100
External Evaluation : 75
Internal Assessmemt :25
NOTE : Examiner will set two sections A and B of four questions each from respective sections of
the syllabus of 12 marks each and Section C of compulsory questions ( Short answer type questions )
consist of 9 questions covering the entire syllabus and will carry 3 marks each. The candidate will
attempt two questions each from section A and B ; and entire Section C.
SECTION – A
Unit I: Introduction : (5)
General Features of Insects Distribution and Success of Insects on the Earth
Unit II: Insect Taxonomy:(8)
Basis of insect classification; Classification of insects up to orders
Unit III: General Morphology of Insects : (12)
External Features: Head – Eyes, Types of antennae, Mouth parts w.r.t. feeding habits, Thorax: Wings
and wing articulation, Types of Legs adapted to diverse habitat, Abdominal appendages and genitalia
SECTION – B
Unit IV: Development of insects:(10)
Growth , Metamorphosis: Types and Hormonal control, Types of larvae, Types of pupae
Unit V: Unit IV: Physiology of Insects : (15)
Structure and physiology of Insect body systems - Integumentary, digestive, excretory, circulatory,
respiratory, endocrine, reproductive, and nervous system, Sensory receptors
Unit VI: Social Insects:(8)
Group of social insects and their social life , Social organization and social behaviour (w.r.t. Honey
Bee)
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SUGGESTED READINGS
1. A general text book of entomology, Imms , A. D., Chapman & Hall, UK
2. The Insects: Structure and function, Chapman, R. F., Cambridge University Press, UK
3. Principles of Insect Morphology, Snodgrass, R. E., Cornell Univ. Press, USA
4. Introduction to the study of insects, Borror, D. J., Triplehorn, C. A., and Johnson, N. F., M
Saunders College Publication, USA
5.The Insect Societies, Wilson, E. O., Harward Univ. Press, UK
6.Host Selection by Phytophagous insects, Bernays, E. A., and Chapman, R. F., Chapman and
Hall, New York, USA
7. Physiological system in Insects, Klowden, M. J., Academic Press, USA
8. The Insects, An outline of Entomology, Gullan, P. J. , and Cranston, P. S., Wiley Blackwell, UK
9. Insect Physiology and Biochemistry, Nation, J. L., CRC Press, USA
10. A text book of entomology, Dr. Mathur and Dr. Upadhyay,Aman publishing house, Meerut
11. Modern Entomology, D. B. Tembhare, Himalaya publishing house
FUNDAMENTALS OF ENTOMOLOGY
PRACTICALS (CREDITS 2)
1. Study of one specimen from each insect order
2. Study of different kinds of antennae of insects
3. Study of different kinds of legs of insects
4. Study of different kinds of mouth parts of insects
5. Study of head and sclerites of any one insect
6. Study of insect wings and their venation.
7. To dissect and study the anatomy of the insect ( cockroach )
.8. Methodology of collection, preservation and identification of insects.
9.Field study of insects and submission of a project report on the insect diversity
Guidelines for conduction of Examination
Time allowed : 4 hrs M.M. 50
1. To Identify the given slide A of permanent preparation of the mouth parts and write morphological
note on it 3
2. To identify the given leg of insect B and write a note on it. 04
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3. To identify and classify the specimens C, D and E and write down one identifying feature of
each. 3 X 4= 12
4. To identify the given sysyem F and write its Physiology. 04
5. To identify the given Antennae of insect G and write a note on them 3
6. To demonstrate the given system of given specimen and draw a well labelled diagram and show
to the examiner. 08
7.Insect collection. 06
8.Practical note book. 05
9.Viva. 05
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COURSE CODE: DSE (ZOO)302
COURSE TITLE: IMMUNOLOGY
OBJECTIVES OF THE PAPER: To acquaint the students with the understanding of human
immune system, its disorders and the basic immunological techniques.
THEORY (Credits 4)
Time Allowed : 3 hrs Maximum Marks : 100
External Evaluation : 75
Internal Assessmemt :25
NOTE : Examiner will set two sections A and B of four questions each from respective sections of
the syllabus of 12 marks each and Section C of compulsory questions ( Short answer type questions )
consist of 9 questions covering the entire syllabus and will carry 3 marks each. The candidate will
attempt two questions each from section A and B ; and entire Section C.
SECTION A
Unit 1: Overview of Immune System 10
Historical perspective of Immunology, Early theories of Immunology, Cells and
organs of the Immune system
Unit 2: Innate and Adaptive Immunity 10
Anatomical barriers, Inflammation, Cell and molecules involved in innate
immunity, Adaptive immunity (Cell mediated and humoral), Passive: Artificial
and natural Immunity, Active: Artificial and natural Immunity, Immune
dysfunctions (brief account of autoimmunity with reference to Rheumatoid
Arthritis and tolerance, AIDS).
Unit 3: Antigens 8
Antigenicity and immunogenicity, Immunogens, Adjuvants and haptens, Factors
influencing immunogenicity, B and T-Cell epitopes
Unit 4: Immunoglobulins 10
Structure and functions of different classes of immunoglobulins, Antigenantibody
interactions, Immunoassays (ELISA and RIA), Polyclonal sera,
Hybridoma technology: Monoclonal antibodies in therapeutics and diagnosis
SECTION B
Unit 5: Major Histocompatibility Complex 6
Structure and functions of MHC molecules. Endogenous and exogenous pathways
of antigen processing and presentation
Unit 6: Cytokines 4
Properties and functions of cytokines, Therapeutics Cytokines
Unit 7: Complement System 4
Components and pathways of complement activation.
Unit 8: Hypersensitivity 3
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Gell and Coombs’ classification and brief description of various types of
Hypersensitivities
Unit 9: Vaccines 5
Various types of vaccines.
IMMUNOLOGY PRACTICAL (Credits 2)
1.Histological study of primary and secondary lymphoid organs through slides/photographs
3. Preparation of stained blood film to study various types of blood cells.
4. Ouchterlony’s double immuno-diffusion method.
5. ABO blood group determination.
6. Demonstration of :
a. ELISA
b. Immunoelectrophoresis
7. Study of the autoimmune disease: Rheumatoid arthritis, Scleroderma, Lupus , Psoriasis, Grave’s
disease.
8. Visit to immunological research lab.
SUGGESTED READINGS
Kindt, T. J., Goldsby, R.A., Osborne, B. A. and Kuby, J (2006). Immunology, VI Edition.
W.H. Freeman and Company.
David, M., Jonathan, B., David, R. B. and Ivan R. (2006). Immunology, VII Edition, Mosby,
Elsevier Publication.
Abbas, K. Abul and Lechtman H. Andrew (2003.) Cellular and Molecular Immunology. V
Edition. Saunders Publication.
Instructions for conduction of practical exam
M.M. 50 Time allowed: 4hr
1. Identify two given histological slides and write two identification points for each. 2x2=4
2. To perform the given experiments I and II from the syllabus. Write the principle, procedure and
demonstrate it to the examiner. 10x2=20
3. To identify the given autoimmune diseases (through picture/models) to write the cause and
symptoms note on it . 5X2=10
4. Visit of research lab 06
5. Viva 05
6. Practical note book 05
COURSE CODE: DSE (ZOO)303
COURSE TITLE: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
OBJECTIVES OF THE PAPER: This undergraduate course provides a comprehensive introduction
to research proposal writing, research methodologies, and foundational research theories and
protocols. Students in the course learn about the cyclical nature of applied research and the iterative
process of research writing. The curriculum is sequential, helping students to identify a study topic,
formulate inquiry questions, organize a literature review, and select appropriate research designs and
methodologies. By the end of the course, students will be able to write a research proposal that
includes an introduction, problem statement (significance of study), literature review, methods
section, references, and a project timeline.
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THEORY (Credits 4)
Time Allowed : 3 hrs Maximum Marks : 100
External Evaluation : 75
Internal Assessmemt :25
NOTE : Examiner will set two sections A and B of four questions each from respective sections of
the syllabus of 12 marks each and Section C of compulsory questions ( Short answer type questions )
consist of 9 questions covering the entire syllabus and will carry 3 marks each. The candidate will
attempt two questions each from section A and B ; and entire Section C.
SECTION A
Unit 1. Research Methodology: Meaning of Research, Objectives of Research, Types of Research,
Research Approaches, Significance of Research, Research and Scientific Method, Criteria of Good
Research, Problems Encountered by Researchers in India, Research Process (an overview).
08
Unit 2. Survey and Review of Literature: Importance of literature survey, procedure (methods and
tools) of literature collection. Guidelines for writing review of literature. 06
Unit 3. Research Problem and Research Proposal: Selecting the Problem, Necessity of Defining
the Problem Technique Involved in Defining a Problem, an Illustration. Composition of a research
proposal. Criteria for a good research proposal. 06
Unit 4. Research Design and Data collection: Meaning of Research Design, Need for Research
Design. Features of a Good Design, Important Concepts Relating to Research Design, Different
Research Designs, Basic Principles of Experimental Designs, Developing a Research Plan. Primary
and Secondary data. Data classification and Tabulation. 06
SECTION B
Unit 5. Sampling Design: Census and Sample Survey, Implications of a Sample Design, Steps in
Sampling Design, Criteria of Selecting a Sampling Procedure, Characteristics of a Good Sample
Design, Different Types of Sampling Designs (Completely randomized design, randomized block
design, latin square design, factorial designs). 08
Unit 6. Data Analysis, Interpretation and Presentation: An introduction to Statistical Methods of
Data analysis. Computer Processing in data analysis. Interpretation and Presentation of Results
(Tables and graphs). 8
Unit 7. Research Report Writing: Research Report Composition. Style manuals. Bibliography
(importance and reference styles). 8
UNIT 7. Ethical Issues in Research: Intellectual property rights, and Plagiarism. Ethics related to
research participants and researchers: Copyright, Royalty, Patent law, citation, Acknowledgement
10
SUGGESTED READINGS:
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Kothari, C.R. (2004). Research Methodology: Methods and Techniques, New Age International
Publishers, New Delhi
Arya., P.P. and Pal, Y. (2001), Research Methodology in Management: Theory and Case Studies,
Deep and Deep Publishers Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi
Robert A. Day (1998), How To Write & Publish a Scientific Paper. Oryx Press; 5 edition
Frank D. Bell (1995), Basic Biostatistics: Concepts for the Health Sciences. William C. Brown
Suresh C. Sinha and Anil K. Dhiman, (2002), Research Methodology (2 Vols-Set) Vedams Books
(P) Ltd.
Anthony, M, Graziano, A.M. and Raulin, M.L. 2009. Research Methods: A Process of Inquiry,
Allyn and Bacon.
Walliman, N. 2011.Research Methods- The Basics. Taylor and Francis, London,
New York. Wadhera, B.L.: Law Relating to Patents, Trade Marks, Copyright Designs and
Geographical Indications, 2002, Universal Law publishing
Coley, S.M. and Scheinberg, C.A. 1990, “Proposal writing”. Sage Publications.
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY (PRACTICALS) CREDIT 2
1. Collection of literature on the given research topic and writing a short review for the same.
2. Preparation of research proposal.
3. Preparation of questionnaire.
4. Write a chapter on materials and methods for the given experiment.
5. Write a research report with emphasis on data presentation, interpretation and bibliography.
6. Check the given literature for plagiarism with the plagiarism check tools.
Guidelines for the conduction of Practical Examination
Time Allowed : 4hrs Maximum marks: 50
1. To present the given data as histogram / pie chart/ graph /Table 5
2. To write bibliography in the given style 5
3. To prepare the questionnaire on the given research problem 10
4. Submission and presentation of research proposal 25
5. Viva 05
COURSE CODE: ZOO (DSE ) 304
COURSE TITLE: PARASITOLOGY
OBJECTIVES OF THE COURSE : To understand the morphology , lifecycle , prevalence and
pathogenicity of various animal parasites .
THEORY (Credits 4)
Time Allowed: 3 hrs Maximum Marks: 100
Pass Percentage: 40% External Evaluation: 75
Internal Assessmemt: 25
NOTE : Examiner will set two sections A and B of four questions each from respective sections of
the syllabus of 12 marks each and Section C of compulsory questions ( Short answer type questions )
consist of 9 questions covering the entire syllabus and will carry 3 marks each. The candidate will
attempt two questions each from section A and B ; and entire Section C.
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Section A
Unit I: Introduction to Parasitology
Brief introduction of Parasitism, Parasite, Parasitoid and Vectors (mechanical and biological vector)
Host parasite relationship
Unit II: Parasitic Protists
Study of Morphology, Life Cycle, Prevalence, Epidemiology, Pathogenicity, Diagnosis, Prophylaxis
and Treatment of Entamoeba histolytica, Giardia intestinalis, Trypanosoma gambiense, Leishmania
donovani, Plasmodium vivax
Unit III: Parasitic Platyhelminthes
Study of Morphology, Life Cycle, Prevalence, Epidemiology, Pathogenicity, Diagnosis, Prophylaxis
and Treatment of Fasciolopsis buski, Schistosoma haematobium, Taenia solium and Hymenolepis
nana
Section B
Unit IV: Parasitic Nematodes
Study of Morphology, Life Cycle, Prevalence, Epidemiology, Pathogenicity, Diagnosis, Prophylaxis
and Treatment of Ascaris lumbricoides, Ancylostoma duodenale, Wuchereria bancrofti and
Trichinella spiralis. Study of structure, life cycle and importance of Meloidogyne (root knot
nematode), Pratylencus (lesion nematode)
Unit IV: Parasitic Arthropoda
Biology, importance and control of ticks, mites, Pediculus humanus (head and body louse),
Xenopsylla cheopis and Cimex lectularius
Unit V: Parasitic Vertebrates
A brief account of parasitic vertebrates; Cookicutter Shark, Candiru, Hood Mockingbird and Vampire
bat
PARASITOLOGY
PRACTICALS(Credits 2)
1. Study of life stages of Entamoeba histolytica, Giardia intestinalis, Trypanosoma gambiense,
Leishmania donovani and Plasmodium vivax through permanent slides/micro photographs.
2. Study of adult and life stages of helminthes Fasciolopsis buski, Schistosoma haematobium,
Taenia solium and Hymenolepis nana through permanent slides/micro photographs
3. Study of adult and life stages of nematodes Ascaris lumbricoides, Ancylostoma duodenale,
Wuchereria bancrofti and Trichinella spiralis through permanent slides/micro photographs
4. Study of plant parasitic root knot nematode, Meloidogyne from the soil sample
5. Study of Pediculus humanus (Head louse and Body louse), Xenopsylla cheopis and Cimex
lectularius through permanent slides/ photographs
6. Study of monogenea from the gills of fresh/marine fish [Gills can be procured from fish
market as by product of the industry]
7. Study of nematode/cestode parasites from the intestines of Poultry bird [Intestine can be
procured from poultry/market as a by product]
8. Submission of a brief report on parasitic vertebrates.
Guidelines for conduction of Practical examination
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Time Allowed: 3hrs Maximum marks: 50
1. To identify given parasites A, B, C and D from permanent stained slide. Write disease cause
and two identification points for each. 4x4=16
2. To identify parasite ‘E’ from root of the infected plant 04
3. To identify given parasites F and G 05
4. To identify H parasite from given sample (gills of fish/ intestine of poultry) 05
5. Project report 10
6. Viva voce 05
7. Practical file 05
SUGGESTED READINGS
Arora, D. R and Arora, B. (2001) Medical Parasitology. II Edition. CBSPublications and
Distributors
E.R. Noble and G.A. Noble (1982) Parasitology: The biology of animal parasites. V Edition,
Lea & Febiger
Ahmed, N., Dawson, M., Smith, C. and Wood, Ed. (2007) Biology of Disease. Taylor and
Francis Group
Parija, S. C. Textbook of medical parasitology, protozoology & helminthology
(Text and colour Atlas), II Edition, All India Publishers & Distributers, Medical
Books Publishers, Chennai, Delhi Rattan Lal Ichhpujani and Rajesh Bhatia. Medical
Parasitology, III Edition, JaypeeBrothers Medical Publishers (P) Ltd., New Delhi
Meyer, Olsen & Schmidt's Essentials of Parasitology, Murray, D. Dailey, W. C. Brown
Publishers
K. D. Chatterjee (2009). Parasitology: Protozoology and Helminthology. XIII
Edition, CBS Publishers & Distributors (P) Ltd.
COURSE CODE : DSE(ZOO)305
COURSE TITLE : WILD LIFE CONSERVATION.
OBJECTIVES OF THE PAPER : To educate the students about the importance of wild life, threats
to wild life , its conservation and management and the important Environment and wild life policies
and laws.
THEORY (Credits 4)
Time Allowed : 3 hrs Maximum Marks : 100
External Evaluation : 75
Internal Assessmemt :25
NOTE : Examiner will set two sections A and B of four questions each from respective sections of
the syllabus of 12 marks each and Section C of compulsory questions ( Short answer type questions )
consist of 9 questions covering the entire syllabus and will carry 3 marks each. The candidate will
attempt two questions each from section A and B ; and entire Section C.
SECTION A
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Unit 1: Introduction to Wild Life : Biodiversity and its importance, What is wild life, Importance
of wildlife conservation , Objectives of conservation of wildlife, Conservation strategies.
Unit 2: Population Estimation: Population Density, natality, mortality, survivorship curves, age
ratio, sex ratio, fertility schedules, survivorship curve .
Faecal Analysis of ungulates and carnivores, Faecal samples, Hair identification, Pug marks and
census method
Unit-3: Wildlife of India :
Different types with references to animals, causes of depletion, Need of conservation of wildlife.
Unit-4: Wildlife conservation and management:
Types of wildlife Conservation (In Situ and Ex Situ),
Location and Important fauna of the sanctuaries and national parks of India.
SECTION B
Unit 5: Wildlife Projects in India : Importance of Wild life Projects, Major wildlife projects in
India (a) Project tiger, (b) Gir Lion Sanctuary Project, (c) Crocodile Breeding Project and (d) Project
Hangul (e) Project One Horned Rhinoceros.
Unit – 6: Environmental Policies and Laws:
Willife (Protection) Act, 1972
The Forest (Protection) Act, 1980
Environment (Protection) Act, 1986
The Biodiversity Act, 2002
Unit– 7: Zoogeography Scope and importance of zoogeography, Divisions and the distribution of the
vertebrates in the Palaearctic, Oriental, Ethiopian, Nearctic, Neotropical and Australian regions.
SUGGESTED READINGS
Caughley, G., and Sinclair, A.R.E. (1994). Wildlife Ecology and Management. Blackwell
Science.
Bookhout, T.A. (1996). Research and Management Techniques for Wildlife and
Habitats,5 th edition. The Wildlife Society, Allen Press.
Sutherland, W.J. (2000). The Conservation Handbook: Research, Management and
Policy. Blackwell Sciences
Hunter M.L., Gibbs, J.B. and Sterling, E.J. (2008). Problem-Solving in Conservation
Biology and Wildlife Management: Exercises for Class, Field, and Laboratory.
Blackwell Publishing.
Dasmann, R. F., ( 1982 ), Wildlife Biology, Wiley Eastern, New Delhi.
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Fulbright, Timothy, E. and Hewitt, D. G. (2008). Wildlife Science: Linking Ecological
Theory and Management Applications. CRC Press, Taylor and Francis : BocaRaton, F L.
Giles, R. H. (1984), Wildlife Management Techniques, Natraj Publishers, Dehradun.
Gopal, R. ( 1992), Fundamental of Wildlife management Justice Home Allahabad.
Negi, S. S. ( 1995 ), Hand Book of National Park, Sanctuaries and Biosphere Reservoirs in
India, Indus publishing Co., New Delhi
Prater, S. H. (1980), The Book of Indian Animals, Bombay Natural History Society, Bombay.
13. Saharia, V. P. (1982), Wildlife in India, Natraj Publisher, Dehradun.
Tirvedi, P.R. and Singh, U. K. ( 1996 ), Environmental Laws of Wildlife.
Bhaskar, Harsh Vardhan (2005), Animal Ecology, Campus books international , New Delhi.
Joshi P.C. and Joshi Namita (2015), Ecology and Environment, Himalaya publishing house,
Mumbai.
WILD LIFE CONSERVATION
PRACTICALS (CREDITS 2)
1. Studyof any five endangered/ threatened species.
2. Study of basic equipment needed in wild life studies : Compass, Binoculars, Radio telemetry,
Global positioning system
3. Plotting of the three types of survivorship curves from the hypothetical data.
4. Study of wildlife population estimation methods: Complete and Incomplete counts( through
videos )
5. Study of the Location and Important fauna of various sanctuaries and national parks of India.
6. Study of the distribution of animals through zoogeographical maps
7. Preparation of Zoogeographical charts.
8. A visit to a zoological park to study different wild animals and make a report
Guidelines for conduction of Examination
Time allowed : 4 hrs
M.M. 50
1. To identify the Endangered/ threatened species of the given specimen A, B and C and write a
note on it. 3X 4=12
2. To plot the survivorship from the data given. 5
3. Write short note on the given method of wild life population estimation. 4
4. To identify the equipment used in wild life studies and to write a note on it 5
5. To identify the given Zoogeographical area given . Write a note on it. 4
6. Write short note on the given Sanctuary / National park of India. 4
7. Project on wild life 6
8. Practical note book 5
9. Viva 5
COURSE CODE : ZOO (DSE ) 305
COURSE TITLE : ECONOMIC ENTOMOLOGY AND PEST MANAGEMENT
THEORY (Credits 4)
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Time Allowed : 3 hrs Maximaum Marks : 100
External Evaluation : 75
Internal Assessmemt :25
OBJECTIVES OF THE PAPER : Students will gain an understanding of the impacts of arthropods
of economic importance particularly in agriculture, emphasizing tactics and strategies employed in the
management of pest species and the utilization of beneficial species.
Section: A
Unit I: Systematic position, habits , nature of damage along with life cycle and control measures.of
the following pests of Sugarcane :
1. Sugarcane leaf hopper (Pyrilia perpusila)
2. Sugarcane top borer (Scirpophaga nivella)
3. Sugarcane stem borer (Chilotrea infuscatellus)
Unit II:Systematic position, habits , nature of damage along with life cycle and control measures.of
the following pests of Cotton :
1. Pink bollworm (Pectinophora gossypiella) alongwith life cycle and control measures.
2. Red cotton bug (Dysdercus cinglulatus)
3. Cotton grey weevil (Myllocerus maculosus)
Unit III: Systematic position, habits , nature of damage along with life cycle and control measures.of
the following pests of Paddy :
1. Rice Gundhy Bug (Leptocorisa varicornis) alongwith life cycle and control measures.
2. Rice grasshopper (Hieroglyphyus banian)
3. Rice Hispa (Dicladispa armigera)
Unit IV: Systematic position, habits , nature of damage along with life cycle and control measures.of
the following pests of Wheat :
1. Wheat stem borer (Sesamia inferens) alongwith life cycle and control measures.
2. Termites
3. Aphids, Jassids
Unit V:Systematic position, habits , nature of damage along with life cycle and control measures.of
the following pests of Vegetables :
1. Red pumpkin beetle (Aulacophora foveicollis)
2. Pumpkin fruit fly (Dacus cucurbitae) alongwith life cycle and control measures.
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3. Hadda beetle (Epilachna vigintioctopunctata
Unit VI: Pests of Stored Grains : Systematic position, habits and nature of damage of the following
pests of stored grains :
1. Pulse Beetle (Callosobruchus maculates) along with life cycle and control.
2. Rice weevil (Sitophilus oryzae)
3. Lesser grain borer (Rhizopertha dominica)
Unit VII: Systematic position, disease caused and control of the following insects of Medical and
Veterinary importance :
1. Mosquitoes
2. House fly (Musca domestica) along with life cycle of house fly.
3. Blow fly (Calliphora erythrocephala)
Section: B
Unit VIII: Sericulture:
Species of silkworm,Requirements of Sericulture Industry,Grain age Management, Pre and Post-
cocoon processing ,Diseases of silkworm.
Unit IX : Apiculture:
Species of Honeybees,Flora for Apiculture,Methods & Appliances of Bee Keeping
Products - (a) Honey (b) Bee wax (c) Propolis (d) Pollen (e) Royal Jelly (f) Bee Venom
Diseases of Honey bee
Unit X :Lac Culture :
Species of Lac Insect ,Host Plants,Cultivation of Lac ,Processing of Lac, Diseases.
Unit XI:
Chemical Control :
History; Types and Classification of Insecticides
(a) Insecticides of plant origin with special reference to nicotine; Pyrethrum; and Azadirachtin
(b) Chlorinated Hydrocarbon insecticides with special reference to DDT; BNC; Chlordane; and
Endosulfan
(c) Organophosphorus Insecticides with special reference to Malathion; TEPP; Parathion .
(d) Carbamate Insecticides with reference to Carbaryl and Carbofuran
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(e) Fumigants with reference to Hydrogen cyanide; Methyl bromide; and Aluminium phosphide.
Unit XII
Biological Control : History; Techniques in biological control, Agents of biological Control
(a) Vertebrates (b) Nemathelminthes (c) Arthropods (d) Protozoan; Microbial control with the help of
Bacteria, Virus and Fungi.
Recent Methods of Pest Control :
(a) Sterile insect release methods
(b) Behavioural control involving use of Pheromones
NOTE : Examiner will set two sections A and B of four questions each from respective sections of
the syllabus of 12 marks each and Section C of compulsory questions ( Short answer type questions )
consist of 9 questions covering the entire syllabus and will carry 3 marks each. The candidate will
attempt two questions each from section A and B ; and entire Section C.
SUGGESTED BOOKS
1. Attwal, A.S. : Agricultural Pests of India and South East Asia, Kalyani Publishers, New Delhi
(1991).
2. Nair, M.R.G.K. : Insects and Mites of Crops in India, ICAR, New Delhi (1975).
3. Kumar, A. & Nigam,P.M. : Economic and Applied Entomology, Emkay Publications (1991).
4. Matheson, R. : Medical Entomology, Comstock Publishing Company, Inc. (1950).
5. Metcalf , R.L. & Metcalf, R.A. : Destructive and Useful Insects, McGraw Hill Book Company, Inc.
New York, Toronto, London (1951).
6. Dent, D. : Integrated Pest Management, Chapman & Hal, London, NewYork,Tokyo, Madras(1995).
7. House, P., Sevens, I. and Jones, O. : Insect Pheromones and their use in Pest Management,
Chapman & Hall, London, New York, Tokyo, Madras (1998).
8. Mishra, R.C. : Honey Bees and their Management in India, ICAR Publication NewDelhi, (1995).
PRACTICAL( Credit 2 )
1. External morphology and identification marks of the crops and vegetables pests : Pyrilla perpusilla
(Sugarcane leaf hopper), Pectinophora gossypiella (Pink bollworm), Leptocorisa varicornis (Gundhy
bug) Hieroglyphus banian (Paddy grass hopper).
2. External morphology and identification marks of the following stored grain pests : Sitophilus
oryzae (Rice weevil), Tribolium castaneum (Rustred flour beetle), Rhizopertha dominica (Lesser grain
borer/susri), Callosobruchus maculatus (Pulse beetle/Dhora).
3. External morphology and identification marks of the following insects of Medical/Veterinary
importance-Mosquitoes (Culex, Anopheles and Aedes), house fly, blow fly, warble fly, and horse fly.
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4. A study of life stages of silk worm and honey bees.
5. Collection of insects representing different orders; storage and preservation of insect material.
6. Structure and working of common sprayers : Hand Compression sprayer, Knap sack sprayer.
7. Visit to apiary and godowns for study of infestation.
Guidelines for the conduct of practical Exam
Maximum Marks :50 Time Allowed:4hrs
Pass Marks : 40%
1. To identify specimens A, B , C, D E and F of crop pest, stored grain pest and insects of
medical importance respectively, giving one outstanding morphological character and one
identifying feature of each, mentioning scientific name and economic importance. 6x4=24
2. To identify given two larva/Pupa F and write a note on external morphology. 6
3. To name the apparatus provide and explain its structure and functioning 4
4. Project 6
5. Practical note book 5
6.Viva 5
COURSE CODE: ZOO (DSE) 307
COURSE TITLE: FISH AND FISHERIES
OBJECTIVES OF THE COURSE : The course is designed to make the student able to identify the
fish on the basis of general morphology and the techniques and challenges of aquaculture .
THEORY (Credits 4)
Time Allowed: 3 hrs Maximum Marks: 100
External Evaluation: 75
Internal Assessmemt: 25
NOTE : Examiner will set two sections A and B of four questions each from respective sections of
the syllabus of 12 marks each and Section C of compulsory questions ( Short answer type questions )
consist of 9 questions covering the entire syllabus and will carry 3 marks each. The candidate will
attempt two questions each from section A and B ; and entire Section C.
Section A
Unit : I Outline classification of Teleostei fishes with special reference to the following
orders( General Characters of the order with two examples in each) : Ceratodontiformes,
Lepidosueniformes, Acipensiformes, Amiiformes, Semionotiformes, Clupeiformes,
Cyprinodontiformes, Perciformes, Anguilliformes, Beloniformes, Gasterosteiformes,
Gadiformes, Pleuronectiformes, Tetradontiformes, Echeiniformes, Ophiocephaliformes
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Unit: II General morphology of fish; types of fin and their modifications; Types of scale,
uses of scales in determination of age; Coloration: chromatophores, pigments and biological
significance of coloration in fish; Bioluminescence in fish and its significance; Electric
organs, their structure and use in fish; Structure, modification and function of gills; Air
breathing- accessory organs; Swim bladder-role in respiration buoyancy and osmoregulation;
schooling, parental care and migration in fish
Section B
Unit : III Inland Fisheries; Marine Fisheries; Environmental factors influencing the fish
farming; Fishing crafts and Gears; Depletion of fisheries resources; Application of remote
sensing and GIS in fisheries; Fisheries law and regulations
Unit: IV Sustainable Aquaculture; Extensive, semi-intensive and intensive culture of fish;
cage culture; Polyculture; Composite fish culture; Induced breeding of fish; Management of
finfish hatcheries, Brood stock; Preparation of compound diets for fish; Role of water quality
in aquaculture; Preservation and processing of harvested fish, Fishery by-products;
Biochemical composition of fish; Nutritional value of fish; Poisoning toxicity and allergies
from fish as food; Fish preservation; Fish diseases- Bacterial, viral and parasitic.
PRACTICAL (Credits 2)
1. Study of Petromyzon, Myxine, Pristis, Chimaera, Exocoetus, Hippocampus,
Gambusia, Labeo, Heteropneustes, Anabas
2. Study of different types of scales (through permanent slides/ photographs).
3. Study of crafts and gears used in Fisheries through charts/photographs
4. Water quality criteria for Aquaculture: Assessment of pH, conductivity, Total
solids, Total dissolved solids
5. Study of air breathing organs in Channa, Anabas and Clarias through videos/ photographs
6. Demonstration of induced breeding in Fishes (video)
7. Demonstration of parental care in fishes (video)
8. Project Report on a visit to any fish farm/ pisciculture unit/Zebrafish rearing
Lab.
SUGGESTED READINGS
1. Jhingran, V.G. 1978, Fish and Fisheries of India, Hindustan Publishing House (India), New Delhi,
India.
2. Talwar, P.K., Jhingran, A.G. 1991, Inland Fishes of India, Vols I & II,. Oxford & IBH, New
Delhi, India.
3. Karl, F. L., Win, C. 1969, Freshwater Fishery Biology, Brown Company Publication, Iowa.
4. Moyel, P.B; J.J. Jr., Cech. 1988, Fishes: An introduction to ichthyology, Prentice Hall,
Englewood, Ciffs, N.J.
5. Nelson, J.S., 1976, Fish of the World, John Wiley and Sons, New York.
6. Biswas, S.P. 2002, Fundamentals of Ichtyology, Narendra Publishing House, Delhi, India.
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7. Jayaram, K.C., 1999, The fresh water fishes of the Indian origian region, Narendra Publishing
House, Delhi, India.
8. Tyagi, R; Shukla, A. 2002. Encyclopedia of Fish Series, Adaptations in Fishes, 1st Edition.
Anmol Publication Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi, India.
9. Miller, S.A., Harley, J.P. 2005, Zoology. 6th Edition, McGraw Hill Publications, New York.
10. Weichert, C.K., 1965. Anatomy of the Chordates, 3rd Edition. McGraw Hill Publications, New
York.
11. Q Bone and R Moore, Biology of Fishes, Talyor and Francis Group, CRC Press, U.K.
12. D. H. Evans and J. D. Claiborne, The Physiology of Fishes, Taylor and Francis Group, CRC
Press, UK von der Emde, R.J. Mogdans and B.G. Kapoor.The Senses of Fish: Adaptations for the
Reception of Natural Stimuli, Springer, Netherlands
13. C.B.L. Srivastava, Fish Biology, Narendra Publishing House
14. S.S. Khanna and H.R. Singh, A text book of Fish Biology and Fisheries, Narendra Publishing
House.
Guidelines for conduction of Practical examination
Time Allowed: 3hrs Maximum marks: 50
1.To identify given specimen A, B and C. Write two identification points. 3x3=09
2. To identify type of fish scale ‘D’. Draw the structure of the identified scale. 03
3. To identify given fishing craft/gear ‘E’. Write a brief note on it. 05
4. To identify the type of breathing organ of given specimen ‘F’ and write a brief note on it.
03
5. Write note on parental care/migration in fish ‘G’. 04
6. Write principal and procedure for the assessment of water quality for fish culture. 06
7. Project report 10
8. Viva voce 05
9. Practical file 05
COURSE CODE :ZOO(DSE)308
ANIMAL BIOTECHNOLOGY
OBJECTIVES OF THE COURSE : To acquaint the students with the molecular techniques of
gene manipulation and their applications.
THEORY (Credits )
Time Allowed : 3 hrs Maximum Marks : 100
Pass Percentage : 40% External Evaluation : 75
Internal Assessmemt :25
SECTION A
Unit 1. Introduction 8
Concept and scope of biotechnology
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Unit 2. Molecular Techniques in Gene manipulation 24
Cloning vectors: Plasmids, Cosmids, Phagemids, Lambda Bacteriophage,
M13, BAC, YAC, MAC and Expression vectors (characteristics). Restriction enzymes:
Nomenclature, detailed study of Type II. Transformation techniques: Calcium chloride method and
electroporation. Construction of genomic and cDNA libraries and screening by colony and
plaque hybridization Southern, Northern and Western blotting DNA sequencing: Sanger method
Polymerase Chain Reaction, DNA Finger Printing and DNA micro array
SECTION B
Unit 3. Genetically Modified Organisms 18
Production of cloned and transgenic animals: Nuclear Transplantation, Retroviral Method, DNA
microinjection Applications of transgenic animals: Production of pharmaceuticals,
production of donor organs, knock out mice. Production of transgenic plants: Agrobacterium
mediated transformation. Applications of transgenic plants: insect and herbicide resistant plants
.
Unit 4. Culture Techniques and Applications 10
Animal cell culture, Expressing cloned genes in mammalian cells, Molecular
diagnosis of genetic diseases (Cystic fibrosis, Sickle cell anemia) Recombinant DNA in medicines:
Recombinant insulin and human growth hormone, Gene therapy
NOTE : Examiner will set two sections A and B of four questions each from respective sections of
the syllabus of 12 marks each and Section C of compulsory questions ( Short answer type questions )
consist of 9 questions covering the entire syllabus and will carry 3 marks each. The candidate will
attempt two questions each from section A and B ; and entire Section C.
ANIMAL BIOTECHNOLOGY
PRACTICAL (Credits 2)
1. Genomic DNA isolation from E. coli
2. Plasmid DNA isolation (pUC 18/19) from E. coli
3. Restriction digestion of plasmid DNA.
4. Construction of circular and linear restriction map from the data
provided.
5. Calculation of transformation efficiency from the data provided..
6. To study following techniques through photographs
a. Southern Blotting
b. Northern Blotting
c. Western Blotting
d. DNA Sequencing (Sanger's Method)
e. PCR
f. DNA fingerprinting
7. Project report on animal cell culture
SUGGESTED READINGS
Brown, T.A. (1998). Molecular Biology Labfax II: Gene Cloning and DNAmAnalysis. II
Edition, Academic Press, California, USA.
Glick, B.R. and Pasternak, J.J. (2009). Molecular Biotechnology - Principles and
Applications of Recombinant DNA. IV Edition, ASM press, Washington, USA.
Griffiths, A.J.F., J.H. Miller, Suzuki, D.T., Lewontin, R.C. and Gelbart, W.M.(2009). An
Introduction to Genetic Analysis. IX Edition. Freeman and Co., N.Y.,USA
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Snustad, D.P. and Simmons, M.J. (2009). Principles of Genetics. V Edition, John Wiley and
Sons Inc.
Watson, J.D., Myers, R.M., Caudy, A. and Witkowski, J.K. (2007). Recombinant DNA-
Genes and Genomes- A Short Course. III Edition, Freeman and Co., N.Y.,USA.
Beauchamp, T.I. and Childress, J.F. (2008). Principles of Biomedical Ethics. VI Edition,
Oxford University Press.
Guidelines for the conduct of practical Exam
Maximum Marks :50 Time Allowed:4hrs
Pass Marks : 40%
1. To write the principle and working of the given two Techniques 10
2. To Construction restriction map from the data provided 5
3. To Calculate the transformation efficiency from the data provided. 5
4. To perform the given Experiment, and demonstrate to the examiner 10
5. Project report 10
6 .Practical record 5
7. Viva 5
COURSE CODE: DSE (ZOO)309
COURSE TITLE: ANIMAL BEHAVIOUR AND CHRONOBIOLOGY
COURSE OBJECTIVE: Behaviour is one of the most important and interesting aspects of animal
biology. Behaviours permit flexibility that allows animals to respond rapidly to environmental
changes. This course exposes students to the broad field of animal behaviour. Students will come to
understand the historical foundations of the field, current theories and major concepts for a broad
range of behavioural topics. Students will learn how animals learn and communicate with each other,
then move on to discuss how they find food, avoid predators, choose their mates, and rear their
offspring.
THEORY (Credits 4)
Time Allowed: 3 hrs Maximum Marks: 100
Pass Percentage: 40% External Evaluation: 75
Internal Assessment: 25
NOTE: Examiner will set two sections A and B of four questions each from respective sections of the
syllabus. Each question will be of 12 marks each. Section C will be comprised of nine compulsory
questions (Short answer type questions) covering the entire syllabus and will carry 3 marks each. The
candidate will attempt two questions each from section A and B; and entire Section C.
SECTION A
Unit 1: Introduction to Animal Behavior
Origin, history and branches of Ethology; Brief profiles of ethologists (Karl Von Frish, Ivan Pavlov,
Konrad Lorenz, Niko Tinbergen); Proximate and ultimate causes of behaviour; Basic concepts of
ethology (Motivation, Fixed action patterns, sign stimulus); Methods and recording of a behaviour.
Unit 2: Patterns of Behaviour
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Stereotyped Behaviours (Orientations, Reflexes, Echolocation in bats, Sun compass orientation in
bees); Individual Behavioural patterns; Innate and Learned Behaviour; Associative learning, classical
and operant conditioning, Habituation, Imprinting, insight learning.
Unit 3: Social and Sexual Behaviour
Social Behaviour: types of social interactions (solitary, pair, family, harem, matriarchy, oligarchy,
aggregation); Concept of Society; Communication and the senses; Altruism,
cooperation/reciprocation, selfishness, eusociality; Insects’ society (with Honey bee as example,
Foraging in honey bee and advantages of the waggle dance); Monkey society.
Sexual Behaviour: Asymmetry of sex, Sexual dimorphism, Mate choice, Intra-sexual selection (male
rivalry), Inter-sexual selection (female choice), Sexual conflict in parental care.
SECTION B
Unit 4: Animal communication and Parental behaviour
Animal communication: visual releasers, auditory releasers, chemical communication (pheromones,
scent marking), tactile communication.
Parental Behaviour: Factors affecting parental care; types of parental care; parent-offspring conflict.
Unit 5: Introduction to Chronobiology
Historical developments in chronobiology; Biological oscillation: the concept of Average, amplitude,
phase and period. Adaptive significance of biological clocks; Chronopharmacology, Chronomedicine,
Chronotherapy.
Unit 6: Biological Rhythm
Types and characteristics of biological rhythms: Short- and Long- term rhythms; Circadian rhythms;
Tidal rhythms and Lunar rhythms; Concept of synchronization and masking; Photic and non-photic
zeitgebers; Circannual rhythms; Photoperiod and regulation seasonal reproduction of vertebrates.
SUGGESTED READINGS:
1. Alcock John. 2005 Animal Behaviour. An Evolutionary Approach (8th Edition)
2. Alcock, J. (1998), Animal behaviour, An evolutionary approach Sinauer Assoc., Sunderland,
Mass, USA.
3. Drickamer, L. C. and Vessey, S. H. (1986), Animal Behaviour - Concepts, Processes and
Methods. (2nd ed.), Wordsworth Publ. Co., California.
4. Goodenough, J., McGurie and Wallace, R. A. (2001), Perspective on animal behaviour. John
Wiley & Sons, Inc. New York.
5. Huntingford F. (1984), The study of animal Behaviour, Chapman and Hall, London.
6. Manning, A. and Dawkins, M. S. (1992 & 1998), An Introduction to Animal Behaviour, 4th ed.(
Cambridge low price editions ). Cambridge University Press, Cambridge.
7. Manning, A. (1979), An Introduction to Animal Behaviour, 3rd Edition. The English Language
Book Society and Edward Arnold Publishers Ltd.
8. McFarland, D. (1985 & 1999), Animal Behaviour. Pitman Publishing Ltd. London.
9. Paul W. Sherman and John Alcock, Exploring Animal Behaviour, Sinauer Associate Inc.,
Massachusetts, USA.
10. Chronobiology-Biological Timekeeping: Jay. C. Dunlap, Jennifer. J. Loros, Patricia J. DeCoursey
(ed). 2004, Sinauer Associates, Inc. Publishers, Sunderland, MA, USA
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11. Vinod Kumar (2002) Biological Rhythms: Narosa Publishing House, Delhi/ Springer-Verlag,
Germany.
ANIMAL BEHAVIOUR AND CHRONOBIOLOGY
PRACTICAL (Credits 2)
To study nests and nesting habits of the birds and social insects.
To study geotaxis behaviour in earthworm/grain or pulse pests.
To study the grooming behavior of Cockroach.
To study the phototaxis behaviour in insect larvae.
Visit to Forest/ Wild life Sanctuary/Biodiversity Park/Zoological Park to study behavioural
activities of animals and prepare a short report.
Food preference in Tribolium or any other grain pest.
Study of circadian functions in humans (daily eating, sleep and temperature patterns).
Web construction and habituation in spider.
Courtship in ring dove/pigeons.
Use of videos to Study the
a) Grooming behaviour in cockroach.
b) Tarsal response in butterfly/housefly.
c) Equilibrium study on housefly.
d) Effect of temperature on opercular movement in fish
PRACTICAL GUIDELINES:
Time Allowed: 3 hrs Maximum Marks: 50
1. Write down principle, procedure and precautions for the given experiment A. Also perform the
experiment and show the results to the examiner. 10
2. Write down principle, procedure and precautions for the given experiment B. 7
3. Identify the nest C and write a note on the same. 5
4. Body rhythm chart (for one month) of the student. 8
5. Project 10 10
6. Practical Note book
7. Viva Voce 5
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GENERIC ELECTIVE
COURSE CODE(ZOO GE 02)
COURSE TITLE: HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY
OBJECTIVES OF THE COURSE: To acquaint the students with the understanding of
fundamentals of physiology of the human system.
THEORY (CREDITS 4)
Time Allowed : 3 Hrs. Maximum Marks : 100
Internal Assesment:25
External Evaluation : 75
NOTE : Examiner will set two sections A and B of four questions each from respective sections
of the syllabus of 12 marks each and Section C of compulsory questions ( Short answer type ) of
27 marks covering the entire syllabus. The candidate will attempt two questions each from
section A and B ; and entire Section C.
SECTION A
Unit 1: Digestion and Absorption of Food
Structure and function of digestive glands; Digestion and absorption of carbohydrates, fats and
proteins; Nervous and hormonal control of digestion (in brief)
Unit 2: Nervous Tissue
Structure of neuron, Propagation of nerve impulse (myelinated and non-myelinated nerve
fibre); Propagation of nerve impulse through synapse
Unit 3: Structure of skeletal muscle, Mechanism of muscle contraction (Sliding filament theory),
Neuromuscular junction
Unit 4: Respiratory Physiology
Ventilation, External and internal Respiration, Transport of oxygen and carbon dioxide in
blood, Factors affecting transport of gases.
SECTION B
Unit 5: Renal Physiology
Functional anatomy of kidney, Mechanism and regulation of urine formation,
Unit 6: Cardiovascular Physiology
Composition of Blood. Structure of heart, Generation and propagation of heart beat, Cardiac cycle,
ECG
Unit 7: Endocrine Physiology
Structure and function of endocrine glands :pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid, pancreas,
adrenal, ovaries, and testes.
Unit 8 :Reproductive Physiology
Spermatogenesis and oogenesis, Menstrual cycle..
HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY
PRACTICAL (CREDITS 2)
1. Enumeration of red blood cells and white blood cells using haemocytometer
2. Estimation of haemoglobin using Sahli’shaemoglobinometer
4.Determination of Differential White blood corpuscles in human blood
5. Determination of Bleeding and clotting time of blood.
6.To observe the coagulation of blood.
7.To prepare Haemin crystal
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8. To determine the blood groups in man
9.Examination of permanent histological sections of mammalian oesophagus, stomach,
duodenum, rectum, lung, kidney, thyroid, pancreas, adrenal, testis, ovary.
Guidelines for conduction of Practical examinations
Time Allowed : 3hrs Maximum marks : 50
1.Identification of the given 5 permanent slides and to write two identification points for each.
5x2=10
2. To perform the given physiology experiments I, II ( major ) and III ( Minor ) and to write the
principle, observation and conclusion
10+10+5 =25
3. Project 05
4.Note Book 05
5.Viva 05
SUGGESTED READINGS
Tortora, G.J. and Derrickson, B.H. (2009). Principles of Anatomy and Physiology, XII Edition, John
Wiley and Sons, Inc.
Widmaier, E.P., Raff, H. and Strang, K.T. (2008). Vander’s Human Physiology, XI Edition,
McGraw Hill.
Guyton, A.C. and Hall, J.E. (2011). Textbook of Medical Physiology, XII Edition, Harcourt
Asia Pvt. Ltd/ W.B. Saunders Company.
Marieb, E. (1998). Human Anatomy and Physiology, IV Edition, Addison-Wesley.
Kesar, S. and Vashisht, N. (2007). Experimental Physiology, Heritage Publishers.
Prakash, G. (2012). Lab Manual on Blood Analysis and Medical Diagnostics, S. Chand and
Company Ltd.
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COURSE CODE(ZOO GE 03)
COURSE TITLE: FOOD NUTRITION AND HEALTH
OBJECTIVES OF THE COURSE: To acquaint the students with the understanding of concept
of food, nutrition and health and the major food and water borne and lifestyle diseases.
THEORY (CREDITS 4)
Time Allowed : 3 Hrs. Maximum Marks : 100
Internal Assesment:25
External Evaluation : 75
NOTE : Examiner will set two sections A and B of four questions each from respective sections
of the syllabus of 12 marks each and Section C of compulsory questions ( Short answer type ) of
27 marks covering the entire syllabus. The candidate will attempt two questions each from
section A and B ; and entire Section C.
SECTION A
Unit 1: Basic concept of food and nutrition 10
Food Components and food-nutrients
Concept of a balanced diet, nutrient needs and dietary pattern for various groups: adults,
pregnant and nursing mothers, infants, school children, adolescents and elderly
Unit 2: Nutritional Biochemistry: 20
Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins- Definition, Classification, their dietary source
and role .Vitamins- Fat-soluble and Water-soluble vitamins- their dietary source and
importance. Minerals- Iron, calcium, phosphorus, iodine, selenium and zinc: their biological
functions
SECTION B
Unit 3: Health 15
Introduction to health- Definition and concept of health
Major nutritional Deficiency diseases- Protein Energy Malnutrition (kwashiorkor and marasmus),
Vitamin A deficiency disorders, Iron deficiency disorders, Iodine deficiency disorders- their causes,
symptoms, treatment, prevention and government programmes, if any.
Life style related diseases- hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and obesity- their causes and prevention
through dietary and lifestyle modifications Social health problems- smoking, alcoholism, drug
dependence and Acquired Immuno Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) - their causes, treatment and
prevention Common ailments- cold, cough, and fevers, their causes and treatment
Unit 4: Food hygiene: 15
Potable water- sources and methods of purification at domestic level. Food and Water borne
infections: Bacterial infection: Cholera, typhoid fever, dysentery; Viral infection: Hepatitis,
Poliomyelitis, Protozoan infection: amoebiasis, giardiasis; Parasitic infection: taeniasis and
ascariasis their transmission, causative agent, sources of infection, symptoms and prevention
Brief account of food spoilage: Causes of food spoilage and their preventive measures
20
PRACTICAL (Credits 2)
1. To detect adulteration in a) Ghee b) Sugars c) Tea leaves and d) Turmeric
3. Estimation of Lactose in milk
4. Ascorbic acid estimation in food by titrimetry
5. Estimation of Calcium in foods by titrimetry
6. Calculation of Basal Metabolic rate.
7.Identification of nutrient rich sources of foods (fruits and vegetables), their seasonal availability
and price
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8.Study of nutrition labeling on selected foods
9. Identification of nutritional disorders ( through Pictures/ charts )
10. Identification of major protozoan and helminthes parasites( as in theory syllabus )
SUGGESTED BOOKS
Mudambi, SR and Rajagopal, MV. Fundamentals of Foods, Nutrition and Diet Therapy; Fifth
Ed; 2007; New Age International Publishers
Srilakshmi B. Nutrition Science; 2002; New Age International (P) Ltd.
Srilakshmi B. Food Science; Fourth Ed; 2007; New Age International (P) Ltd
Swaminathan M. Handbook of Foods and Nutrition; Fifth Ed; 1986; BAPPCO.
Bamji MS, Rao NP, and Reddy V. Text Book of Human Nutrition; 2009; Oxford & IBH
Publishing Co. Pvt Ltd.
Wardlaw GM, Hampl JS. Perspectives in Nutrition; Seventh Ed; 2007; McGraw Hill.
Lakra P, Singh MD. Textbook of Nutrition and Health; First Ed; 2008; Academic Excellence.
Manay MS, Shadaksharaswamy. Food-Facts and Principles; 1998; New Age International (P)
Ltd.
Gibney et al. Public Health Nutrition; 2004; Blackwell Publishing
Guidelines for conduction of Practical examinations
Time Allowed : 3hrs Maximum marks : 50
1.To identify the given parasite A and B and to write a note on the disease caused by them
5x2=10
2. To perform the given Experiment C . Write the principle, observations and inference 10
3. To identify the nutritional disorders D and E and to write a note on it 10
4. To identify the adulterant and mention its ill effects. 05
5. Project 05
4.Note Book 05
5.Viva 05
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COURSE CODE(ZOO GE 04)
COURSE TITLE: INSECT, VECTORS AND DISEASES
OBJECTIVES OF THE COURSE: To acquaint the students with the understanding of various
insect vectors and the diseases caused by them.
THEORY (CREDITS 4)
Time Allowed : 3 Hrs. Maximum Marks : 100
Internal Assesment:25
External Evaluation : 75
NOTE : Examiner will set two sections A and B of four questions each from respective sections
of the syllabus of 12 marks each and Section C of compulsory questions ( Short answer type ) of
27 marks covering the entire syllabus. The candidate will attempt two questions each from
section A and B ; and entire Section C.
SECTION A
Unit I: Introduction to Insects 6
General Features of Insects, Morphological features, Head – Eyes, Types of antennae, Mouth parts
w.r.t. feeding habits
Unit II: Concept of Vectors 6
Brief introduction of Carrier and Vectors (mechanical and biological vector), Reservoirs, Host-vector
relationship, Vectorial capacity, Adaptations as vectors, Host Specificity
Unit III: Insects as Vectors 8
Classification of insects up to orders, detailed features of orders with insects as vectors – Diptera,
Siphonaptera, Siphunculata, Hemiptera
Unit IV: Dipteran as Disease Vectors 12
Dipterans as important insect vectors – Mosquitoes, Sand fly, Houseflies;
Study of mosquito-borne diseases – Malaria, Dengue, Chikungunya, Viral encephalitis, Filariasis;
Control of mosquitoes
SECTION B
Unit V: Dipteran as Disease Vectors 12
Study of sand fly-borne diseases – Visceral Leishmaniasis, Cutaneous Leishmaniasis, Phlebotomus
fever; Control of Sand fly
Study of house fly as important mechanical vector, Myiasis, Control of house fly
Unit VI: Siphonaptera as Disease Vectors 6
Fleas as important insect vectors; Host-specificity, Study of Flea-borne diseases – Plague, Typhus
fever; Control of fleas
Unit VII: Siphunculata as Disease Vectors 4
Human louse (Head, Body and Pubic louse) as important insect vectors; Study of louse-borne diseases
–Typhus fever, Relapsing fever, Trench fever, Vagabond’s disease, Control of human louse
Unit VIII: Hempitera as Disease Vectors 6
Bugs as insect vectors; Blood-sucking bugs; Chagas disease, Bed bugs as mechanical vectors, Control
and prevention measures
PRACTICAL (CREDITS 2)
1.Study of different kinds of mouth parts of insects
2.Study of following insect vectors through permanent slides/ photographs: Aedes, Culex, Anopheles,
Pediculus humanus capitis, Pediculus humanus corporis, Phithirus pubis, Xenopsylla cheopis, Cimex
lectularius, Phlebotomus argentipes, Musca domestica, through permanent slides/ photographs
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3. . Study of different diseases transmitted by above insect vectors
4. Project report on any five of the insect vectors and disease transmitted
SUGGESTED READINGS
Imms, A.D. (1977). A General Text Book of Entomology. Chapman & Hall, UK
Chapman, R.F. (1998). The Insects: Structure and Function. IV Edition, Cambridge
University Press, UK
Pedigo L.P. (2002). Entomology and Pest Management. Prentice Hall Publication
Mathews, G. (2011). Integrated Vector Management: Controlling Vectors of Malaria and
Other Insect Vector Borne Diseases. Wiley-Blackwell
Guidelines for conduction of Practical Examination
Time allowed : 4 hrs M.M. 50
1. To Identify the given insect vector A, B, C and write the identification point and note on the disease
transmitted by them. 12
2. To identify the mouth parts in the given insect D and E and write a note on it. 06
3. Identify the given disease E, F, G and H comment on its major symptoms and note on insect vector
involved 4 X 4= 16
4.Project report 06
5.Practical note book. 05
6.Viva. 05
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SKILL ENHANCEMENT COURSES
ZOO SEC 101:APICULTURE
(CREDITS 2)
OBJECTIVES OF THE COURSE : To provide the skill to set up an apiary and get self
employed.
Note : The contents of the course is to be taught through practical identification of honey bee
species, equipments , diseases; setting up of an apiary box and visit to the apiaries and cottage
industries of honey bee products.
SECTION A
Unit 1:Biology of Bees :History, Classification and Biology of Honey Bees
Social Organization of Bee Colony
Unit 2: Rearing of Bees : Artificial Bee rearing (Apiary), Beehives – Newton and Langstroth
Bee Pasturage ,Selection of Bee Species for Apiculture ,Bee Keeping Equipment
Methods of Extraction of Honey (Indigenous and Modern)
SECTION B
Unit 3: Diseases and Enemies:Bee Diseases and Enemies ,Control and Preventive measures
Unit 4: Bee Economy : Products of Apiculture Industry and its Uses (Honey, Bees Wax, Propolis),
Pollen etc.
Unit 5: Entrepreneurship in Apiculture : Bee Keeping Industry – Recent Efforts, Modern Methods
in employing artificial Beehives for cross pollination in horticultural gardens
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Practicals
1. To study the social organization of honey bee
2. Identification of Different species of Honey Bees used in commercial Apiculture industry
3. To identify and to understand usage of Bee keeping equipments
4. To set up a artificial bee hive
5. To identify and to understand usage of Honey extracter
6. To study the products of Apiculture industry
7. Visit to Apiary
SUGGESTED READINGS
1. Prost, P. J. (1962). Apiculture. Oxford and IBH, New Delhi.
2. Bisht D.S., Apiculture, ICAR Publication.
3. Singh S., Beekeeping in India, Indian council of Agricultural Research, New Delhi
Guidelines for the conduction of Practical Examination
Time Allowed :3Hrs Maximum Marks 50
1. Identification of the given caste of honey bee 3
2.Identification of given species of honey Bee 5
3.To identify and comment on the given Equipment 2x3=6
4.To identify and comment on the given bee disease 2x3=6
5.Report on visit to Apiary 10
6.Project( set up and rearing of artificial bee hive ) 10
7.Viva 5
8.Note Book 5
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ZOO SEC 102 :AQUARIUM FISH KEEPING
(CREDITS 2)
OBJECTIVES OF THE COURSE : To provide the students the skill of setting up the aquarium
to make them able to get self employed.
Note : The contents of the course is to be taught through practical identification of aquarium
fish, setting up of aquarium at small level in laboratory and visit to the cottage aquarium
industry.
SECTION A
Unit1: Introduction to Aquarium Fish Keeping
The potential scope of AquariumFish Industry as a Cottage Industry, Exotic andEndemic
species of Aquarium Fishes
Unit 2: Biology of Aquarium Fishes
Common characters and sexual dimorphism ofFresh water and Marine Aquariumfishes
such as Guppy, Molly, Sword tail, Gold fish, Angel fish, Blue morph, Anemone fish and
Butterfly fish
SECTION B
Unit 3: Food and feeding of Aquarium fishes
Use of live fish feed organisms. Preparation and composition of formulated fish feeds
Unit 4: Fish Transportation
Live fish transport - Fish handling, packing and forwarding techniques.
Unit 5: Maintenance of Aquarium General Aquarium maintenance – budget for setting up an
AquariumFish Farm as a Cottage Industry
Guidelines for the conduction of Practical Examination
Time Allowed :3Hrs Maximum Marks 50
1. Identification of the given 5 aquarium fish 5x2=10
2. Identification of sexual dimorphism in the given aquarium fish 5
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3. Preparation of fish feed 5
4. Report on visit to Aquarium industry 10
5. Project ( Preparation and maintainence of aquarium set up at lab level ) 10
6. Viva 5
7. Note Book 5
ZOO SEC 103 :BIOTECHNIQUES
(CREDITS 2)
OBJECTIVES OF THE COURSE : To acquaint the students with the principle , working and
application of various biotechniques to make them able to use them in their various research
projects.
SECTION A
Unit I :General safety measures, Personal protection. Physical , Chemical and biological hazards.First
Aid : Burns, Eye Injuries , Bleeding and poisoning.
Unit II: Sterilization of glassware, Principle and working of Laminar flow and Autoclave.
Unit III: Concept of pH and buffer ,Common laboratory buffers
Unit IV:Spectrophotometry: Beer Lambert Law, Principle and working of UV and visible.
spectrophotometry.
SECTION B
Unit V: Principle of Chromatography, Types: Column, Paper , Thin layer chromatography and
HPLC.
Unit VI: Principle and working of Electrophoresis ; SDS and Agarose Gel
Unit VII: Principle and working of Light and electron microscope, Principle and working of SEM,
TEM.
Unit VIII: Microtomy, Common fixatives and staining techniques.
Books recommended:
1.Wilson K and Walker J. Principles and techniques of biochemistry and molecular biology.
Cambridge University press. 2006.
2.Plummer D.T. An introduction to practical biochemistry. 3rd
Ed. Tata Mcgraw Hill Publications.
2007
LIST OF PRACTICALS
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1. To demonstrate the working of HPLC.
2. Separation of biomolecules by thin layer chromatography.
3. To separate the organic compound by paper chromatography
4. Estimation of proteins by spectrophotometer .
5. To determine the pH using indicators.
6. To separate the proteins / DNA using Electrophoresis
7. To prepare a permanent slide of the tissue using the techniques of section embedding, cutting
and staining.
8. Demonstration of TEM and SEM
9. To visit the research laboratories.
Guidelines for the conduct of practical Exam
M.M. 50 Time allowed: 4hr
1. To write the principle, procedure, observation and inference of the given two experiments 20
2. To write the principle and working of the given instrument 05
3. Practical note book 05
4. Viva 05
5. Project ( Tissue fixation, Embedding , Section cutting and staining of the given tissue)
10
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ZOO SEC 104 :MEDICAL DIAGNOSTICS
(CREDITS 2)
OBJECTIVES OF THE COURSE : To acquaint the students with the skill of Diagnostic
methods of blood and urine analysis, common infectious and non infectious diseases.
SECTION A
Unit 1: Introduction to Medical Diagnostics and its Importance 2
Unit 2: Diagnostics Methods Used for Analysis of Blood 10
Blood composition, Preparation of blood smear and Differential Leucocyte Count
(D.L.C) using Leishman's stain, Platelet count using haemocytometer, Erythrocyte
Sedimentary Rate (E.S.R), Packed Cell Volume (P.C.V.)
Unit 3: Diagnostic Methods Used for Urine Analysis 6
Urine Analysis: Physical characteristics; Abnormal constituents
Unit 4:Non-infectious Diseases 6
Causes, types, symptoms, complications, diagnosis and prevention of Diabetes (Type I
and Type II), Hypertension (Primary and secondary), Testing of blood glucose using
Glucometer/Kit
Unit 5: Infectious Diseases 3
Causes, types, symptoms, diagnosis and prevention of Tuberculosis and Hepatitis
Unit 6: Tumours 3
Types (Benign/Malignant), Detection and metastasis; Medical imaging: X-Ray of Bone
fracture, PET, MRI and CT Scan (using photographs).
SUGGESTED READINGS
Park, K. (2007), Preventive and Social Medicine, B.B. Publishers
Godkar P.B. and Godkar D.P. Textbook of Medical Laboratory Technology, II
Edition, Bhalani Publishing House
Cheesbrough M., A Laboratory Manual for Rural Tropical Hospitals, A Basis for
Training Courses
Guyton A.C. and Hall J.E. Textbook of Medical Physiology, Saunders
Robbins and Cortan, Pathologic Basis of Disease, VIIIEdition, Saunders
Prakash, G. (2012), Lab Manual on Blood Analysis and Medical Diagnostics, S.
Chand and Co. Ltd.
MEDICAL DIAGNOSTICS (PRACTICALS)
1. Demonstration of the use of autoclave, centrifuge and spectrophotometer.
2. Cleaning and sterilization of glassware using hot air oven, autoclave etc.
3. Determination of Blood groups
4. Estimation of Haemoglobin
5. Recording bleeding and clotting time
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6. Study of permanent slides or microphotographs of the following: Hepatitis virus, Mycobacteriun
tuberculosis.
7. Estimation of creatinine, urea, ketone bodies, glucose in urine and to study risks and diseases
associated with it
8. Counting of WBC, RBC & DLC, ESR.
9. Visit to hospital to study techniques ECG, MRI and X-ray
10. Visit to the any pathology lab/hospital to study laboratory safety rules, hazards, precautions
during sample collection and laboratory investigation and to observe instruments of medical
importance.
Guidelines for the conduct of practical Exam
M.M. 50 Time allowed: 4hr
1.To perform the given two experiments on the blood analysis. 12
10. To perform the given two experiments on urine analysis 10
11. Write a note on the principle and working of the given diagnostic technique 06
12. To identify the given slide/ Micrograph and give two reasons for their identification.2
13. Practical note book 05
14. Viva 05
15. Project 10
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ZOO SEC 105 :VERMICOMPOST TECHNOLOGY
(CREDITS 2)
OBJECTIVES OF THE COURSE : To acquaint the students with the skill of setting up
vermicompost units at domestic level or commercial level.
SECTION A
Unit-I GeneralVermiculture/ Vermicompost
1. Introduction to vermiculture. definition, meaning, history, economic important, their value in
maintenance of soil structure, role as four r's of recycling reduce, reuse, recycle, restore.
2. The matter and humus cycle (product, qualities). Ground population, transformation process in
organic matter.
3.Choosing the right worm. Useful species of earthworms. Local species of earthworms. Exotic
species of earthworms.
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Unit-II Earthworm Biology and Rearing
1.Key to identify the species of earthworms.
2. Biology of Eisenia fetida.
a) Taxonomy Anatomy, physiology and reproduction
b) Vital cycle of Eisenia fetida: alimentation, fecundity, annual reproducer potential and limit factors
(gases, diet, humidity, temperature, pH, light, and climatic factors).
3. Biology of Eudrilus eugeniae.
c) Taxonomy Anatomy, physiology and reproduction of Eudrilidae.
d) Vital cycle of Eudrilus eugeniae: alimentation, fecundity, annual reproducer potential and limit
factors (gases, diet, humidity, temperature,pH, light, and climatic factors).
SECTION B
Unit-III Vermicompost Technology (Methods )
12Hrs
1.Small Scale Earthworm farming for home gardens - Earthworm compost for home gardens
2. Conventional commercial composting - Earthworm Composting larger scale
3. Earthworm Farming (Vermiculture), Extraction (harvest), vermicomposting harvest and processing.
Unit IV: Vermicompost Technology ( Products )
1.Nutritional Composition of Vermicompost for plants, comparison with other fertilizers
2. Vermiwash collection, composition & use
3,Enemies of Earthworms, Sickness and worm's enemies. Frequent problems. How to prevent and fix
them.
VERMICOMPOST TECHNOLOGY PRACTICALS
1 Key to identify different types of earthworms
2 Field trip- Collection of native earthworms & their identification
3 Study of Sytematic position, habits, habitat & External characters of Eisenia fetida
4 Study of Life stages & development of Eisenia fetida
5 Study of Life stages & development of Eudrilus eugeniae
6 Comparison of morphology & life stages of Eisenia fetida & Eudrilus eugeniae
7 Study of Vermiculture, Vermiwash & Vermicompost equipments, devices
8 Preparation of vermibeds, maintenance of vermicompost & climatic conditions.
9 Harvesting, packaging, transport and storage of Vermicompost and separation of life stages
10 Study of diseases & enemies of earthworm
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Guidelines for the conduct of Examination
M.M. 50 Time allowed: 4hr
1. To identify the given species of Earthworm and to write a note on its morphology and life
cycle. To write the principle and working of the given instrument 10
2. Identify the disease/ enemy of earthworm and comment 5
3. Identify the equipment/ device used in vermicomposting and comment 5
4. Comment on the effect of the given climatic condition on vermicomposting. 5
5. Comment on the given stage in vermicompost technology(preparation and maintainence of
vermibed/ harvesting/packaging/transport/ Storage) 5
6. Practical note book 05
7. Viva 05
8. Project (setting up of vermicompost unit at laboratory level) 10