Course Objectives

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Invertebrate I

To understand the basic concepts of lower animals and observe the structure and functions.

To illustrate and examine the systemic and functional morphology of various group of invertebrates.

To differentiate and classify the various groups of animal modes of life and to estimate the biodiversity.

To compare and distinguish the general and specific characteristics of reproduction in lower animals.

To infer and integrate the    parasitic and economic importance of invertebrate animals

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INVERTEBRATA II

To understand the structures and distinct features of invertebrate phyla.

To understand and able to distinguish the characteristic features of each phylum

To understand the economic importance of invertebrates

To understand the interaction of invertebrates with the environment.

To understand the evolutionary position of different groups of invertebrates

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CHORDATA

To understand the structures and distinct features of Phylum Chordata.

To understand and able to distinguish the characteristic features of each

subphylum and class.

To understand the economic importance of vertebrates

To know about the adaptations of vertebrates

To understand the evolutionary position of different groups of vertebrates

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Practical in Invertebrata and Chordata

To identify the different groups of invertebrate and vertebrate animals by observing their external characteristics.

To understand the organs, organ system and their functions in animals.

To know about the classification, adaptations and affinities of invertebrates and

chordate animals.

Able to dissect and display the internal organs and mount the mouthparts and scales

of invertebrates and vertebrates

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CELL BIOLOGY

To understand the structures and purposes of basic components of prokaryotic and

eukaryotic cells, especially macromolecules, membranes and organelles.

To understand how these cellular components are used to generate and utilize

Energy in cells.

To understand the cellular components underlying mitotic cell division.

To apply the knowledge of cell biology to selected examples of changes or losses

In cell function.

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GENETICS

To understand the structure and functions of nucleic acids in the cell.

To know the causes and effects of mutations.

To comprehend the importance of genetic variation in evolution.

To know about the harmful effects of genetic variations in humans, their

cumulative effect in human population and the molecular basis of variations.

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Developmental Biology

To create an awareness to the students about the theories, concepts and basics of Developmental Biology.

To provide students about the idea of sex cells, fertilization, cleavage, differentiation and development of organs.

To make an awareness of the induction, organizers and development of extra embryonic structures.

To provide adequate explanation to students about the late embryonic developments and post embryonic development and ageing

To give an idea about teratogenesis, invitro fertilization, stem cells and amniocentesis to the students

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Practical in Cell Biology, Genetics and Developmental Biology

To encourage students to interpret the organization of genomic material and to research theories of genetic inheritance.

To impart the skills required to prepare samples of genetic molecules and to determine their purity, structure and characteristics and to analyze genomic preparations.

To study the changes in genetic material and to predict and consider the consequences of those changes.

To encourage students to report and justify the results of molecular and genetic experiments in an accurate and meaningful manner.

To gain knowledge about different stages of frog embryo, Chick

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ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY

To familiarize students with the principles and basic facts of Animal Physiology

To give students an insight about the molecular and cellular basis of physiological functions in animals.

To give an idea about the regulation of organ system functions in a whole animal using a conceptual model of feedback to explain homeostasis.

To make the students aware about how the structure-function relationships and its synchronization with the molecular signals.

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MICROBIOLOGY

To become familiar with the foundation concepts of history of Microbiology

To understand the structure and functions of a typical prokaryotic cell

To gain the knowledge of microscopy and staining concepts

To understand and implement disposal and safety measures

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BIOCHEMISTRY AND IMMUNOLOGY

Ø  To know the structure and properties of biomolecules.

Ø  To understand the role of carbohydrates, Protein and lipids

Ø  To study the different metabolic cycles

Ø    To provide the knowledge of auto immune diseases

Acquire the knowledge to understand the science of immunology for the new invention of vaccine for some deadly diseases.

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Practical in Animal Physiology, Microbiology, Biochemistry and Immunology

analyze the various stages of cell divisions

understand   the   various   stages   of   embryo

development

learn    and   interpret    the   development   and

evolution process

develop skill in observing, analyzing and

calculating various biological data

gain knowledge on Mendelian characters, probability tests and Biostatistical calculation

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BIOPHYSICS AND BIOSTATISTICS

Ø  To understand the concepts of diffusion, osmosis, centrifugal force, surface tension.

Ø  To understand the techniques for the separation of biomolecules.

Ø  To understand radiology, sonography, Laser techniques for biological and medical application.

Ø  To know to calculate standard deviation, correlation coefficient, chi-square analysis and student ’t’ test using the formula.

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WILDLIFE CONSERVATION AND MANAGEMENT

Ø  To understand and discuss the importance of wildlife, its values, modern concepts in wildlife management, and relevant conservation policies.

Ø  To assess and instill strong foundations on wildlife policies and be familiar with a variety of laws and regulations.

Ø  To analyze and design appropriate approaches to turn conflict into tolerance and coexistence, with an emphasis on the human dimensions of human-wildlife interactions.

Ø  To evaluate and integrate all the related areas like Fundamentals in Ecology, Forestry, Natural Resource Conservation approaches and develops the role PVA models for protection of endangered species.

To explain the advanced scientific basis for wildlife management and discuss National and International Efforts for successful wildlife conservation.

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BIOTECHNOLOGY

To know the concepts of biotechnology and familiarize with the tools and techniques of Biotechnology

To acquire knowledge on tissue culture and learn the fundamentals of patenting of biological products.

To be familiar with microbial degradation of bioremediation and biomining process.

To elucidate the production of transgenic animals and their importance.

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ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY and EVOLUTION

To understand the structure and functions of the ecosystem.

To explain the relationship between biotic and abiotic factors in an ecosystem.

To know the causes and effects of climate change and habitat loss.

To bring awareness about the impact of socio-economic development on the environment and the solutions put forward by the government to reduce environmental damage.

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PRACTICAL  IN BIOTECHNOLOGY, ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY AND  EVOLUTION

Ø  To know the biotechnology techniques.

Ø  To understand the physical chemical parameter in water sample.

Ø  To understand the adaptaion of animals by experiment

Ø  After this, student can determine the water quality

Ø  To know the biotechnology techniques.

Ø  To understand the physical chemical parameter in water sample.

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BIOINFORMATICS

Ø  To gain the knowledge about computer and its devices

Ø  To learn about the programming languages and its application

Ø  To learn the basic concept of bioinformatics and its application in various fields

Ø  To learn the use of nucleic acid and protein data banks

To understand the methods of representation for evolutionary analysis tree

Ø  To gain the knowledge about computer and its devices

Ø  To learn about the programming languages and its application

Ø  To learn the basic concept of bioinformatics and its application in various fields

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INSECT VECTORS AND          DISEASES

·         To comprehend the various insect vectors and disease spreading mechanism

To learn the various diseases caused by the insect vector and its control measures

know the concept of vectors

classify the insects vectors

know about mosquito borne diseases

gain knowledge about Siphonaptera as Disease Vectors

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AGRICULTURAL ENTOMOLOGY

Ø  Explain the basic concepts of entomology and observe the pest status of agriculture.

Ø  Illustrate and examine the systemic and functional morphology of various group of agricultural insect pests.

Ø  Differentiate and classify the various groups of insect animals and estimate biodiversity.

Ø  To compare and distinguish the general and specific characteristics integrated pest management.

Ø  Infer and integrate the economic importance of insect species.

Ø  Explain the basic concepts of entomology and observe the pest status of agriculture.

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BIOINSTRUMENTATION

Ø  To induce interest in the use of various biological instrumentation and employ them for the study of cells, tissues and genetic material.

Ø  To help students to map the use of specific bioinstrumentation for specific biological experiments and infer the results of such experiments.

Ø  To study the working principle of different bioinstrumentation and their applications.

To enable students to design experiments and justify them with the underlying principles of bioinstrumentation.

Ø  To induce interest in the use of various biological instrumentation and employ them for the study of cells, tissues and genetic material.

Ø  To help students to map the use of specific bioinstrumentation for specific biological experiments and infer the results of such experiments.

Ø  To study the working principle of different bioinstrumentation and their applications.

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Core I -STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION OF INVERTEBRATES

To understand the concept of classification and their characteristic features of major group of invertebrates.

To realize the range of diversification of invertebrate animals.

To enable to find out the ancestors or derivatives of any taxon.

To know the functional morphology of system biology of invertebrates.

To understand the concept of classification and their characteristic features of major group of invertebrates.

To realize the range of diversification of invertebrate animals.

To enable to find out the ancestors or derivatives of any taxon.

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Core II -COMPARATIVE ANATOMY OF VERTEBRATES

Exemplifying the vertebrate origin and the intermediary position of                           Prochordates between invertebrates and vertebrates.

Acquires the knowledge on evolution and adaptive radiation of Agnatha and Pisces.

Understanding knowledge about the first terrestrial vertebrates and the adaptive radiation of land animals

Imparting conceptual knowledge about the animal life in the air and their behaviors.

Understanding the origin and efficiency of mammals and evolutionary changes that occurred in the life of vertebrates.

Exemplifying the vertebrate origin and the intermediary position of Prochordates between invertebrates and vertebrates.

Acquires the knowledge on evolution and adaptive radiation of Agnatha and Pisces.

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LAB COURSE IN INVERTEBRATES & VERTEBRATES

Understanding the different systems in invertebrates & vertebrates.

Learning about various animal species, their phylogenetic affinities and their adaptive features

Imparting conceptual knowledge about the salient features and functional anatomy.

Developing the skill in mounting techniques of the biological samples.

Gaining fundamental knowledge on the skeletal system

Understanding the different systems in invertebrates & vertebrates.

Learning about various animal species, their phylogenetic affinities and their adaptive features

Imparting conceptual knowledge about the salient features and functional anatomy.

Developing the skill in mounting techniques of the biological samples.

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Elective I -Molecules and their interaction relevant to Biology

Students should know the fundamentals of biochemistry

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Elective I- Research Methodology

Students understand the basic principle, methodology and applications of widely used instruments in biological sciences.

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Core IV -CELLULAR AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY

To understand the ultrastructures and functions of basic components of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, especially macromolecules, membranes and organelles.

To realize involvement of various cellular components in accomplishing cell division.

To enable a successful performance in cell biology component of CSIR- UGC NET.

To understand the ultrastructures and functions of basic components of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, especially macromolecules, membranes and organelles.

To understand the ultrastructures and functions of basic components of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, especially macromolecules, membranes and organelles.

To realize involvement of various cellular components in accomplishing cell division.

To enable a successful performance in cell biology component of CSIR- UGC NET.

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Core V -DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY

Understand the process of gametogenesis, cleavage and gastrulation, embryonic development, extra embryonic membrane and placenta in various animals and human.

Learn the principles, methods and applications of cryo-preservation of gametes and embryo.

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Core VI -Lab Course in Cell & Molecular Biology and Developmental  Biology

Practical course aims at demonstrating significant cellular and molecular biological principles

Practical course aims at demonstrating significant cellular and molecular biological principles

Practical course aims at demonstrating significant cellular and molecular biological principles

Practical course aims at demonstrating significant cellular and molecular biological principles

Practical course aims at demonstrating significant cellular and molecular biological principles

Practical course aims at demonstrating significant cellular and molecular biological principles

Practical course aims at demonstrating significant cellular and molecular biological principles

Practical course aims at demonstrating significant cellular and molecular biological principles

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Elective II –a.Biostatistics

Students should be aware of importance of analysis of quantitative and qualitative Information from biological studies.

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Elective II –b.Economic Entomology

Students should acquire a fairly good understanding about the life of insects and their classification.

Skill Enhancement Course - I            Poultry Farming

To understand the various practices in Poultry farming. To know the needs for Poultry farming and the status of India in global market.

To be able to apply the techniques and practices needed or Poultry farming.

To know the difficulties in Poultry farming and be able to propose plans against it.

To understand the various practices in Poultry farming. To know the needs for Poultry farming and the status of India in global market.

To be able to apply the techniques and practices needed or Poultry farming.

To know the difficulties in Poultry farming and be able to propose plans against it.

Genetics

Understanding DNA as genetic material, fine structure of DNA & RNA molecules, as well as physico-chemical properties of macromolecules.

Gain insight into sequential events occurs during protein synthesis.

Learn the structure and function of chromosome and chromosomal basis of genetic disorders.

To acquire knowledge about microbial genetics

To provide information about rDNA technology and its application.

Immunology

To impart conceptual understanding of functional organization of immune system and its responsiveness in health and disease.

To enable a successful performance in Immunology component of CSIR-UGC NET.

Animal Physiology

Students acquire the basic knowledge on physiology of different organs in animals and human.

Understand the functions of different systems such as digestion, excretion, blood circulatory system, respiration and nervous system of animal relating them to structure and functions of various organs.

Lab Course in Immunology and Animal Physiology

To provide hands-on training to perform specific lab courses in immunology and research methodology.

To enable clear understanding of the methodology through wet – lab courses.

Elective -III , a. Stem cell biology

Students should know understand the basics of stem cells

Elective VI, b. Aquaculture

Students should know basic concepts in Aquaculture.

 Evolution

To critically analyze the concepts of evolution in order to

Understand the factors responsible for origin and generation of diversity among living beings and 

To develop strategies for sustenance of life on this planet

To critically analyze the concepts of evolution in order to

Ecology

Knowing the ecology and climatic changes at world level and its impact on natural resources.

Understanding the contributing factors for pollution in the environment and the ways in controlling and restoring to natural conditions

Skill Enhancement Course [SEC] – II Dairy Farming

Students should know basic concepts in Dairy Farming.

Professional Competency Course I, Intellectual Property Rights

Students should gain basic knowledge intellectual property.