B.SC. ZOOLOGY. Semester : I Major Core I Name of the Course : Invertebrate Zoology

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1 B.SC. ZOOLOGY PROGRAMME OUTCOMES OF B.SC. PROGRAMME Apply the broaden and in-depth knowledge of science and computing to analyse, think creatively and generate solutions to face the global challenges. Foster intellectual curiosity, critical thinking and logical reasoning. Adapt to different roles and responsibilities and develop leadership qualities in multicultural working environment by relating to diversity and ethical practices. Update the techniques and acquire skills to develop systems and methods to solve current problems. PROGRAMME SPECIFIC OUTCOMES (PSOs) PSOs Upon completion students of B.Sc. Zoology will be able to : PSO - Acquire knowledge on biosystematics and functional organization of animals. PSO - PSO - PSO - PSO - 5 Undertake studies in a range of zoological disciplines including: Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Genetics, Physiology, Developmental Biology, Ecology, Evolution, Immunology, Microbiology, Biostatistics and Computer applications. Demonstrate practical skills and to interpret results obtained using the fundamental Zoological techniques. Develop entrepreneurship skills utilizing the knowledge gained from courses like Aquaculture, Sericulture, Apiculture, Poultry, Vermitechnology, Clinical lab technology and General health care. Plan their career goals and pursue higher studies to meet global challenges. Semester : I Major Core I Name of the Course : Invertebrate Zoology Course code : ZC7 No. of hours, week No. of credits Total number of hours Marks Learning Objectives. To know the difference between protozoa and metazoa and to study the structure functional organization adaptations and the economic importance of invertebrates.. To enable the students to recognize the invertebrates and to obtain jobs in museum consultancy firms and educational institutions. Course Outcome PSO CO Upon completion of this course the students will be able to : CL CO - Identify major taxonomic groups, functional organization and their relationship with the environment. addressed PSO- R

2 CO - Communicate the major evolutionary innovations in invertebrate groups. PSO - CO - Discuss the ecological and economic importance of invertebrates. PSO- U CO - Investigate invertebrates in laboratory and field conditions and PSO- Ap; R identify major taxonomic groups. CO - 5 Observe draw and synthesize information into ideas and concepts. PSO- An CO - 6 Evaluate the animal diversity and develop their career opportunities as a taxonomist. PSO-; PSO - 5 C U Teaching Plan Total Hours: 60 (Including Seminar & Test) Unit Module Topics Hours Learning outcome I Protozoa (9 hrs) Classification of Animal Kingdom. Levels of Identify major organization taxonomic groups Grades of organization symmetry and coelom Protozoa: General characters and classification up to classes with names of examples only. Type study: Paramecium Structure osmoregulation and reproduction (binary fission and conjugation ) Locomotion and Nutrition in Protozoa Malaria and Amoebiasis (causes symptoms prevention and control). Porifera &Coelenterata (9 hrs) Porifera: General characters and classification up to classes with names of examples. Type study: Leucosolenia external morphology - body wall Reproduction Canal system in sponges Describe the functional organization and identify protozoans based on key characters Explain the anatomy and physiology of Paramecium Relate the aetiology of protozoan diseases Identify poriferans based on key characters Comprehend the physiology of sponges Pedagogy Vocabulary drill Video class, Demonstrati on, Brain Storming, Mind Map I (,, ) () Mind map Objective test I (5)

3 Coelenterata: General characters and classification up to classes with names of examples only. Type study: Obelia- structure of the colony and life history. Recall the different classes of coelenterates Explain Obelia anatomy and life history Group discussion, Concept map () I IV 5 Corals Coral reefs and their significance. Platyhelminthes &Aschelminthes (9 hrs.) Platyhelminthes: General characters and classification up to classes with names of examples only. Type study: Liver fluke (structure and life cycle) Tape worm (structure) Aschelminthes: General characters and classification up to classes with names of examples only. Pathogenicity and control measures of AscarislumbricoidesWuchereriabancroftiEntero biusvermicularisancylostomaduodenale and Dracunculusmedinensis. Parasitic adaptations of Helminthes. Annelida &Arthropoda (9hrs.) Appreciate the corals Identify the platyhelminth worms Describe the structure and life cycle of flat worms Classify Aschelminthes Analyse the pathogenicity of different parasites Comprehend the different adaptations of parasites video Group discussion, ppt Objective test I () () Annelida: General characters and classification up to classes with names of examples only. Type study: Earthworm (structure and nephridia) Metamerism in Annelida. Identify Metamerism in annelids Explain the structure of nephridia Demonstration, Diagram test Open book test Arthropoda: General characters and classification up to classes with names of examples. Type study: Penaeus- external characters appendages Compound eye Reproductive system and life cycle. Identify arthropods based on its characters Identify the different parts of Penaeus and its life cycle Mind Map, Demonstration, I (,,, ) I

4 Mouth parts of insects. Relate different mouth parts of insects and their feeding mode (5) V 5 Pest of Paddy (Leptocorisa varicornis) Coconut (Oryctes rhinoceros). Mollusca &Echinodermata (9 hrs.) Mollusca: General characters and classification up to classes with names of examples only.. Type study: Pila - external characters shell Pallial complex - Digestive system Respiratory system Compare the pests and control measures Identify molluscs Describe the anatomy and physiology of Pila Mind map, Demonstration, Quiz I () Cephalopods as advanced molluscs. Evaluate the complexity of cephalopods Echinodermata: General characters and classification with names of examples only Type study: Star fish external characters Water vascular system Larval forms of Echinoderms and their phylogenetic significance. Identify echinoderms based on the characters. Appreciate water vascular system. Identify larval forms of starfish Course instructor Dr. A. Punitha Head of the Department Dr. S. Mary Mettilda Bai Semester I Major Practical I (Invertebrate Zoology) Course Code: ZC7P No. of hours/week No. of credits Total number of hours Marks 0 50

5 Course Outcomes CO Upon completion of this course the students will be able to : CO - Identify and list the salient features of selected invertebrate types through the observation of both living and preserved specimens. PSO addressed PSO- R CL CO - Assess the anatomy of few invertebrates based on the dissection. PSO- An CO - Apply laboratory skills including microscopy, dissection and PSO- Ap careful observation. CO - Apply the skill of handling animals and identification in higher PSO- Ap studies. CO - 5 Record the observation. PSO- Ap; An Teaching Plan Credits: Total Hours: 0 Module Description Hours CO No. Observation of live Paramecium Hay culture, Observation of spicules Sponge, Mounting: Cockroach mouth parts,,,5 Cockroach - salivary gland apparatus,,,5 5 Cockroach - trachea,,,5 6 Dissection: Cockroach - Digestive system,,,5 7 Dissection: Cockroach - Nervous system,,,5 8 Amoeba, Paramecium, Euglena,Spongilla, Sponge,5 gemmule, Obelia, Physalia, Coral (Fungia), Planaria, Liver fluke, Tapeworm, Cercaria larva 9 Ascaris (Male and Female), Earthworm, Nereis, Leech,,5 Trochophore larva, Penaeus, Millipede, Centipede 0 Oryctes rhinoceros, Nauplius larva, Zoea larva, Pila,,5 Lamellidens Pinctada, Sepia, Octopus, Chiton, Starfish, Sea urchin, Sea Cucumber, Bipinnaria larva.,5 Semester : I Non-Major Elective Course I Name of the Course : UG - NMEC Public Health and Hygiene (Interdisciplinary) Course code : ZNM7 No. of hours/week No. of credits Total number of hours Marks Learning Objectives. To make the students understand the various aspects of health and hygiene a practice what they learn to cherish a healthy life.. To get job opportunities as health care taker, health inspector, beautician, project assistant in environment related programs, develop skill for personal care, maternal health, etc.

6 Course Outcomes CO Upon completion of this course the students will be able to : CO - Discuss the concepts of health and nutrition in relation to physical, mental, social and spiritual fitness. PSO addressed PSO - CL U CO - Manage personal health with respect to skin, hair, eye, ear and teeth. PSO - CO - Apply the knowledge of maternity and child health. PSO - Ap CO - Design housing standards and employ good sanitary measures. PSO - Ap CO - 5 Gain knowledge on first aid procedures and alternative medicine. PSO - U Teaching Plan Total Hours: 60 (Including Seminar & Test) Unit Module Description Hours Learning outcome Pedagogy I Nutrition and health Concept of health physical, mental, social and spiritual. Positive health. Discuss the concepts of health and hygiene Quality of health index. Explain the health index Nutrition: carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, vitamins, minerals and water. Identify the nutrients in the diet R Mind Map I Snacking and fast food. Instruct the effects of Snacks and fast food 5 BMI obesity malnutrition (Kwashiorkar and Marasmus). 6 Food hygiene, food toxicants and adulterants. Personal health care Skin: General care Skin problems. Anti-ageing strategies. Hair: General care preventing hair loss anti-dandruff strategies. Teeth: General care common dental problems. Eye: General care common eye problems /Group discussion Analyse BMI Identify hygienic food Apply the skin care tips Recall general hair care Identify the dental problems Apply the techniques in group discussion group discussion Chart, One word test

7 I IV V contact lens. 5 Ear: General care common ear problems hearing-aid equipment. Maternal and Child Health Motherhood Pregnancy confirmation, Antenatal care Physical and emotional changes, common problems during pregnancy rectifying eye problems Identify common ear problems Record the events involved in pregnancy Discuss the changes during pregnancy Intranatal care Explain intranatal care Labour and delivery Discuss labour and Post natal care. delivery 5 Care of the newborn Recall the care and feeding nutritional nutritional guidelines guidelines of 6 Care of under-five (toddler and pre-school). neonatal Differentiate the care given to toddler and preschool 7 Family planning. Identify the methods of family planning 8 Table showing vaccination schedule in India. Environment and Health Ventilation standards of housing Importance of Excreta disposal. Sanitary health measures during fairs and festivals Environmental sanitation - Food sanitation Apply vaccination schedule Apply the standards of housing Choose the best method of excreta disposal Familiar with sanitary measures Apply environmental and food sanitation Practice healthy life Demonstration of pregnancy confirmation test. Video Video Video Video Chart Video Video 5 Control of infectious diseases 6 Swachh Bharat Mission Practice Swachh Bharat Mission Alternative medicine and First aid Naturopathy, Differentiate Video Skit and slogan writing Listing out important terms, Slip test, assessment I,, assessment

8 Homeopathy Naturopathy and Homeopathy Siddha - Ayurveda Recall different methods of Siddha and Ayurveda Unani, Acupuncture Explain Unani and Acupuncture First aid procedures for Recall the procedures dehydration and heart for dehydration and attack heart attack 6 First aid procedures poisoning, electric shocks 7 First aid procedures for drowning, snake bite 8 First aid procedures for Road accidents: bleeding - fractures and dislocation Apply first aid measures for poisoning and electric shocks Demonstrate the first aid procedures for drowning and snake bite Recall the procedures for Road accidents, bleeding, fractures and dislocation Video Video 9 Fire accidents: burns. List the do s and don ts during burns Video Course instructor Head of the Department Dr. Jeni Chandar Padua Dr. S. Mary Mettilda Bai Semester : I Major Core I Name of the Course : Cell Biology Course code : ZC7 No. of hours/week No. of credits Total number of hours Marks I Learning Objectives. To enable the students to know about the diversified nature of cells and also the location, structure and functions of all cellular components.. To develop skill in micro- and molecular techniques. Course Outcomes CO PSO Upon completion of this course the students will be able to : CL addressed CO - Recognize the cell organelles and discuss their functions. PSO- U CO - Explicate the structural organization of chromosomes and their significance. PSO- CO - Outline the structure and functions of nucleic acids. PSO- R CO - Apply the knowledge of cell biology in cancer and stem cell PSO - Ap research. R

9 CO - 5 Demonstrate cytological techniques. PSO- Ap Teaching Plan Total Hours: 60 (Including Seminar & Test) Unit Module Topics Hours I I Cell and micro techniques (9 hrs) Scope of cell Biology. Cell theory Microscopy: Compound, phase contrast and electron microscope. Cytological techniques: Fixation and fixatives types of stains. General organization of a prokaryotic (Bacteria) and Eukaryotic cell. Cell organelles (9 hrs) Ultrastructure and functions of Plasma membrane Ultrastructure and functions of Mitochondria Ultrastructure and functions of Ribosomes, Endoplasmic reticulum, Ultrastructure and functions of Golgi complex, Lysosomes, Centrosomes Nucleus (9hrs) Ultrastructure and functions of Nucleus - Nuclear membrane, Nucleolus. Learning outcome Comprehend the scope of cell biology and cell theory Recognize different Microscopes and interpret its application Develop skills to prepare permanent slides Differentiate prokaryotes and eukaryotes Describe the structure of cell membranes and its functions Comprehend cellular respiration Explain the importance of endomembrane system in cellular function Differentiate ER, Golgi, and lysosome Describe the structure and function of the nucleus Pedagogy / Vocabulary drill / / Demonstrati on Inquiry based learning/pp T/ / /video clippings on transport / / Group discussion Concept map /ppt / Group discussion/p pt Jigsaw Mind Map I (,,) () Objective test I (,,) (,)

10 IV Chromosomes types, structure and functions. Special types of chromosomes - Polytene and Lamp brush. Structure, functions and types of Nucleic acids (DNA & RNA). Gene Expression and regulation (9hrs.) Classify chromosomes and enumerate its functions Trace special types of chromosomes. Recognize the composition and roles of nucleic acids in the cell /ppt / / model Objective test I (,,) () General characteristics of Genetic code Explain the genetic code Structure of gene - promoter sequence and coding sequence. Protein synthesis transcription and translation in prokaryotes. Comprehend the gene structure Explain inter relation between transcription, translation, and protein synthesis / Demonstrati on/ Mind Map/Lectur e /ppt Open book test I (5) V Regulation of gene expression - Lac operon. Explain the control of transcription by Lac operon Cell division and significance (9hrs.) Cell cycle Mitosis Meiosis Mitotic apparatus, anaphase chromosomal movements and synaptonemal complex. Cancer properties of cancer cells, types, causes, diagnosis and treatment Course instructor Dr. S. Mary Mettilda Bai Describe and differentiate the major events of a cell division. List the characteristics and treatment of cancer cells Oncogenes, Aging and Apoptosis. Describe the of role oncogenes in cancer and cell / Videoclippi ng Mind map, Demonstrati on// mind map / /Dis cussion death Head of the Department Dr. S. Mary Mettilda Bai, Quiz, I (,,)

11 Semester : I Major Elective I (a) Name of the Course : Biochemistry and Biophysics Course code : ZC7 No. of hours/week No. of credits Total number of hours Marks Unit I Learning Objectives. To enrich the knowledge of students on the structure, classification and metabolism of biomolecules and to learn the principle and functions of specified bio-instruments.. To develop practical skills on biochemical techniques and to use bioinstruments Course Outcomes PSO CO Upon completion of this course the students will be able to : CL addressed CO Discuss the structure of an atom, molecule and their interactions. PSO U CO Evaluate the importance of buffer system and enzymes. PSO R CO Classify biological macromolecules and describe their structure PSO R and significance. CO Use methods and techniques of physics to study biological PSO Ap processes. CO 5 Apply basic methods in the fields of biophysics, biochemistry. PSO Ap Modules with Teaching Plan Credits: Total Hours: 60 (Incl. Seminar & Test) Mod Description Hours Learning Pedagogy ule outcome Bonds and Buffer Atoms Chemical bonds Isotopes Hydrogen ion concentration ph Measurement of ph Acids and bases, Acidosis and alkalosis Buffers Mechanism of buffer action Hendersen-Hasselbalch equation Biological buffer systems Significance of buffers Proteins Amino acids classification Structure and properties Explain Atoms, Chemical bonds and isotopes Demonstrate ph and evaluate the importance of acids and bases Discuss the mechanism of buffer action Explain the structure and properties of amino acids Demonstration, Demonstration, Video class, Quiz, I (,) (), Quiz,

12 Proteins classification Structure (primary, secondary, tertiary and quaternary) Haemoglobin, Silk Biological functions of proteins. Enzymes Classification of enzymes, nomenclature Properties Mechanism of enzyme action Compare the structure and biological functions of Proteins Discuss the classification, nomenclature and mechanism of enzyme action Demonstration, Demonstration, I (,) (, ) I Carbohydrates and Lipids Carbohydrates classification Monosaccharides(glucose and fructose) Disaccharides(sucrose and lactose) Polysaccharides(glycogen ) Biological functions of carbohydrates Lipids classification Simple lipids(triglycerides and waxes) Compound lipids (lecithin), Derived lipids(cholesterol) Biological functions of lipids Discuss the carbohydrates classification and biological functions Discuss the properties of compound lipids and their biological functions Demonstration/, Quiz, I () () IV Thermodynamics and Light Laws of thermodynamics, enthalpy, entropy Free energy, Redox reactions and redox potential ATP bioenergetics Membrane conductivity- diffusion, osmosis Active transport mechanism, biological significance Recall the laws of thermodynamics, free energy, redox potential and bioenergetics Explain the membrane conductivity and biological significance, Quiz, I (,) () Light Nature and properties Electromagnetic spectrum- Absorption and Emission spectrum Fluorescence and Phosphorescence Bioluminescence List the properties of light. Describe fluorescence, phosphorescence and bioluminescence V Bioinstrumentation

13 Centrifugation principle and applications of differential and density gradient centrifugation Types of centrifuges Colorimeter and spectrophotometer principle, instrument and applications. Chromatography principle and applications of paper, thin layer and column chromatography. 5 Electrophoresis principle and applications of Agarose and PAGE. Course instructor Dr. S. Prakash Shoba State the principles and applications of centrifugation Demonstrate colorimetry and spectrophotometry Differentiate thin layer and column chromatography State the principles and applications of Agarose and PAGE. Head of the Department Dr. S. Mary Mettilda Bai, Quiz, I (,,,,5,) Semester : I Major Practical I Name of the Course : Cell Biology, Biochemistry and Biophysics Course code : ZC7P No. of hours/week No. of credits Total number of hours Marks 0 00 Learning Objectives. To develop skill in identifying cell types and cell division.. To apply working principles in basic bio instruments and to interpret the biological changes. Course Outcomes CO Upon completion of this course the students will be able to : PSO addressed CL CO - Prepare squash and smear of Biological samples and identify the PSO - Ap cells. CO - Develop skills in handling analytical instruments. PSO - Ap CO - Analyse biochemical constituents qualitatively and quantitatively. PSO - An CO - Use paper chromatography to separate biomolecules. PSO - Ap CO - 5 Understand the structure of biomolecules and the Principles of PSO - U biological processes. Teaching Plan Credits: Total Hours: 0 Module Description Hours CO No. Observation of mitosis in onion root tip. Observation of giant chromosomes in Chironomus larva.

14 Preparation of Human blood smears. Smear preparation of Squamous epithelium. 5 Qualitative test for carbohydrates, lipids and proteins. 6 Quantitative estimation of protein by Biuret method. 7 Determination of ph using ph meter. 8 Separation of amino acids using paper chromatography. 9 Verification of Beer s Law. 0 Demonstration of osmosis using grapes. 5 Compound microscope, Mitochondria, Golgi complex, Endoplasmic reticulum, Ribosomes, Lysosomes (polymorphism) Interphase Nucleus, DNA (Watson & Crick model), trna Glucose, Amino acid, Cholesterol, ATP, EM spectrum 5 5 Centrifuge, Colorimeter, ph meter Semester : I Allied Zoology Name of the Course : General Zoology Course code : ZA7 No. of hours/ week No. of credits Total number of hours Marks Learning Objectives. To acquire a basic knowledge about animal diversity and general principles of Cell Biology, Genetics, Developmental Biology, Evolution and Physiology.. To seek employment in educational institutions and museums. Course Outcome CO Upon completion of this course the students will be able to : CO- Describe general principles of taxonomy on animal classification. PSO addressed PSO - U CL CO- Explain the specific characteristics of invertebrates and vertebrates. PSO - CO- Explain the structure of cells, chromosomes and apply the PSO -; R ; Ap knowledge of genetics in identifying genetic disorders. PSO - CO - Explain the development and evolution of animal life. PSO - R CO- 5 Recognize the major functions of organ systems in human body PSO - R and the role played by animals in their environment. CO -6 Apply diverse taxonomic resources for animal identification and simple experimental procedures pertaining to the course. PSO - PSO - Ap R

15 Teaching Plan Total Hours: 60 (Including Seminar & Test) Unit Module Topics I I Invertebrate Zoology (9 hrs) General characters of Invertebrates Classification upto phylum with two examples for each. Paramecium external features and Conjugation Obelia external features Polymorphism Ascaris- external features and Parasitic adaptations Penaeus external features Star fish external features Water vascular system. Chordate Zoology (9 hrs) General characters of chordates Outline classification up to classes with one example and characteristics of Chordates Rabbit external characters Migration of fishes Identification of poisonous snakes Identification of non-poisonous snakes Poison apparatus and First-aid for snake bite Flight adaptations in birds Dentition in mammals Cell Biology and Genetics (9hrs.) Ho urs Learning outcome State the principles of taxonomy on animal classification. Recall the anatomy and physiology of Paramecium and Obelia Describe the anatomy and physiology of Ascaris and Penaeus Discuss the anatomy and physiology of star fish Relate the general principles of taxonomy in animal classification Identify the external features of rabbit and fish migration Differentiate poisonous and non-poisonous snakes. Identify the flight adaptations in birds and dentition in rabbit Pedagogy Vocabulary drill Demonstration Group discussion Brain Storming, Video Group discussion video Mind Map I (,,) () Mind map Objective test I (,) (,)

16 IV Structure of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell Human chromosomes structure types and function Simple Mendelian traits in man Genetics of blood groups in man, Sex linked inheritance in man Colour blindness and haemophilia Non-disjunction and syndromes in man: Klinefelter s syndrome Turner s syndrome and Down s syndrome Developmental Zoology and Evolution (9hrs.) Differentiate prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell, and state the structure of human chromosomes Explain Mendelian traits in man and Genetics of blood group Identify Sex linked inheritance in man Recognize the syndromes in man Group discussion Objective test I (,,) () V Early development in frog Structure of sperm and ovum Fertilization Cleavage Blastulation Gastrulation 5 Physiology (9hrs.) Placenta Types and functions Urey Miller Experiment Modern synthetic theory of evolution. Recall the structure of sperm and egg of frog Describe Fertilization and Cleavage Explain Blastulation and Gastrulation Differentiate the types of Placenta Demonstrate the theory of evolution video video Diagram test Open book test I (,,,) I (5) Digestion digestion of carbohydrates Digestion digestion of proteins and fats Respiration structure and functions of lungs in man. Discuss digestion in man Recall the mechanism of respiration in man, Quiz (,)

17 Excretion: structure and functions of kidney in man. Circulation: structure and function of human heart. Describe the anatomy and physiology of kidney and heart of man I (,,,) Nervous system central, peripheral, Sympathetic, parasympathetic Nervous system - Structure of a neuron. Explain the nervous system of man video Course instructors Dr. X. Venci Candida Head of the Department Dr. S. Mary Mettilda Bai