Zoology

A) B.Sc. (under CBCS) Zoology Hons. and Zoology General course for 3 years

Specification : ZOOLOGY (Hons.), Elective papers- Chemistry and Botany

Specification: For B.Sc. Bio General – Zoology, Chemistry, Botany

B) B.Sc. (Under NEP-CCF 2022) –

Zoology (Major) – 4 years course (Hons. and Hons. with Research)

Zoology (MDC) – 3 years Course

During B.Sc. course, we are offering students add-on/certificate courses related to Biological Sciences or relevant subject.

• Programme Outcomes

 

• Sc. ZOOLOGY , NEW SYLLABUS (2016)

 

Study in Zoology is designed to encourage the acquisition of disciplinary or subject knowledge and skills. The new syllabus (2016) provides an in depth understanding of relevant theories, concepts, and principles of zoology besides having an insight into the philosophy of the subject. Students can  attain comprehensive knowledge from different subfields of Zoology (animal diversity, principles of ecology, comparative anatomy and developmental biology of vertebrates, physiology and biochemistry, genetics and evolutionary biology, animal biotechnology, applied Zoology, aquatic biology, immunology, reproductive biology, and statistics), and other related fields of study, including broader interdisciplinary subfields such as biochemistry and environmental studies. Students will also be able to use modern instrumentation for advanced genomic and proteomic technology. Project-based learning, field-based learning, substantial laboratory-based practical component and experiments, open-ended project work etc. will benefit the students from different perspectives.

Students will be able to identify the major groups of organisms, discuss the basis of their biodiversity and draw parallels with their phylogenetic relationship, using well thought cardinal features of classification on the basis of morphology and molecular information wherever available. This principle of comparative biology should be followed in understanding comparative anatomy, physiology and other functions for all in the hierarchy of animal evolution. This shall allow the student to gain comprehensive knowledge about different animal species in one go, appreciating the differences and similarities, thereby achieving proficiency in handling them experimentally or for research purposes. A comprehensive knowledge of structure-function relationship at the level of gene, genome, cell, tissue, organ, and systems, through development would further add to the knowledge base and the learning outcome in terms of editing of genes and genomes for industrial application and research purposes.

The syllabus is also designed to develop the analytical techniques and problem-solving skills relevant to graduate-level employment. Students are encouraged to see themselves as producers of knowledge and collaborators in their learning experience. Practical will allow students to develop laboratory skills and skills in fieldwork, surveying, data handling and processing. Students will also develop their own interests through self-guided research skills, as library based study and background research and project work. There are site visits and lectures by external specialists to provide opportunities to meet animal scientists employed in various fields of Zoology. Students can get roadmaps from them and would be zoology professional by specializing in Paleozoology, Ornithology, Herpetology and Arachnology etc. After successfully completing the discipline, the students will be able to acquire the skills to manage a dairy farm, beekeeping farm, poultry farm, sericulture or to start one with adequate inputs. Students can develop integrated management for better crop production by using organic farming and vermicomposting. Aquaculture including pearl culture and ornamental fish farming and trading might be an enduring practice for students. The subject will also give students to the concept of ecotourism and its economic, cultural and environmental impacts at different scales which are very important for sustainable development.

• Sc. ZOOLOGY, CBCS (2018)

 

The core courses of Zoology would fortify the students with in-depth subject knowledge concurrently; the discipline specific electives will add additional knowledge about applied aspects of the program as well as its applicability in both academia and industry. The skill enhancement courses would further add additional skills related to the subject as well as other than subject. In brief, the students graduated with this type of curriculum would be able to disseminate subject knowledge along with necessary skills to suffice their capabilities for academia, entrepreneurship and Industry.

The course content has been divided into units with a breakup of the topics to be covered to provide the students better understanding of the main theme represented in the title of each unit. Such type of design is to indicate the breadth of content to be taught thus ensuring more or less uniform coverage of information on a certain theme.

Zoology is the study of all animal life; from primitive microscopic malaria-causing protozoa to large advanced mammals, across all environmental spheres from red deer in mountain forests to dolphins in deep oceans, and from underground burrowing voles to golden eagles in the skies. Some of these animals are useful to us and we nurture them as pets or livestock; some are serious pests or disease-causing; and some are simply splendid and awe-inspiring. No matter what our relation with the animals is, we need to understand their behaviour, population dynamics, physiology and the way they interact with other species and their environments. It provides students with the knowledge and skill base that would enable them to undertake further studies in Zoology and related areas or in multidisciplinary areas that involve advanced or modern biology and help develop a range of skills that are relevant to wage employment, self-employment and entrepreneurship.

The modern era requires a classical zoologist with a modern approach to master many subjects of Zoology. There is a need for the students to compete with the globe; therefore, the main focus of this curriculum is to enable the student to be professionally competent and successful in a career. Having Zoology as backbone of the curriculum, this course, with the department centric electives will enhance the skills required to perform research in laboratory and experimental research. The students can choose to focus on a “whole animal” or a “bits of animals” approach. The “whole animal” pathway makes the students proficient in the identification and study of animals while the latter approach provides the skills required to pursue laboratory and experimental work such as disease research, DNA technologies, wildlife forensics etc. Through this curriculum a student at B.Sc. level can be a specialist in immunology, animal behaviour or genetics in future which maximise the students’ employment probability.

 

• Course Outcomes

 

• Sc. ZOOLOGY , NEW SYLLABUS (2016)

 

ZOOLOGY HONOURS AND GENERAL
Paper 1	Unit I	Students will gain knowledge about Diversity and Functional Anatomy of Non-chordate and Chordate Forms
	Unit II	Students will learn basic concepts of Cell biology and Genetics
Paper 2	Unit I	This domain will illustrate the Developmental aspects in chordates. It also deals with a comparative account of development in some select groups of animals
	Unit II	Students will able to understand inner working of Animal forms and Comparative anatomy; Cytological methods and Genetics; Osteology and Embryology from Practical point of view
PART – II HONOURS
Paper 3	Unit I	This unit shall allow the student to gain comprehensive knowledge about Systematics, Evolutionary Biology and Adaptation
	Unit II	Student will gain knowledge about Animal Behaviour, Ecology, Biodiversity and Conservation
Paper 4	Unit I	Student will gain in-depth knowledge in Animal physiology and Biochemistry
	Unit II	Student will be able to demonstrate knowledge of Ecological methods, Systematics and Evolutionary Biology; Animal Physiology and Biochemistry
PART – III HONOURS
Paper 5	Unit I	Students  will attain knowledge in Molecular Biology
	Unit II	Students will be able to understand Parasitology, Microbiology and Immunology
Paper 6	Unit I	This unit would fortify the students with Integration Biology and Homeostasis
	Unit II	Students would be able to disseminate knowledge about Animal Biotechnology and Applied Zoology
Paper 7		Students should be equipped to understand Molecular biology, Parasitology, Microbiology, Immunology; Histological techniques and staining methods along with Adaptation
Paper 8		Students will learn basic Instrumentation, Biostatistics, Environmental audit and Field work assessment
PART – I GENERAL
PAPER – I		Students would be able to disseminate knowledge about Non-Chordate, Cell Biology, Genetics, Molecular Biology and Developmental Biology
PART – II GENERAL
PAPER – II		This unit would fortify the students with knowledge in Chordate, Ecology, Animal Behaviour, Biodiversity and Wildlife, Histology, Endocrinology, Animal Physiology and Biochemistry
PART – III GENERAL
PAPER – III		Student will gain in-depth knowledge in Applied Zoology, Evolutionary Biology, Parasitology and Immunology. This paper also contain practical exercises which will help the students to apply their knowledge in future course of their career development

 

 

• Sc. ZOOLOGY, CBCS (2018)

ZOOLOGY HONOURS
PART I; SEM I
CC 1	Students will be able to  acquire an in-depth knowledge in Non-Chordates specially from  Protists to Pseudocoelomates
CC 2	Students will able to understand the structure of DNA, central dogma, gene regulation and different techniques in Molecular Biology
PART I; SEM II
CC 3	This course will illustrate all Coelomate Phyla of Non Chordata
CC 4	Students will learn basic concepts of Cell biology, cell cycle and cell signalling mechanisms
PART II; SEM III
CC 5	Student will gain knowledge about different classes of  Chordata
CC 6	Student will gain in-depth knowledge in Animal Physiology related to Controlling & Co-ordinating System
CC 7	Students will be able to understand about the importance and scope of Biochemistry. They will learn about structures of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids and enzyme kinetics
SEC-A (1/2)	Student should be able to learn principles of sustainable Sericulture and how these principles can guide silk moth rearing into an enduring practice in Sericulture. Student also should be able to know about tools and equipment of Apiculture along with principles of sustainable beekeeping
PART II; SEM IV
CC 8	Student will gain knowledge about Comparative Anatomy of different Vertebrate systems
CC 9	Student will gain in-depth knowledge in Animal physiology emphasizing Life sustaining system
CC 10	Students will learn basic concepts of Immunology along with hypersensitivity and vaccines
SEC- B(1/2)	Learners will be able to develop and implement public health interventions and will able to apply knowledge of the principles of disease, injury prevention and control Medical diagnosis. In Aquarium Fisheries  learners will be able to learn the scientific methods of setting an Aquarium and will know culture breeding and marketing techniques of common indigenous ornamental Fishes
PART III; SEM V
CC 11	Students will be able to know the evolutionary and functional basis of ecology, understand what makes the scientific study of ecology a crucial and exciting endeavour, engage in field-based research activities to understand well the theoretical aspects taught besides learning techniques for gathering data in the field.
CC 12	Students should be equipped to understand basic Principle of Genetics to Genetic fine structure
DSE A(1/2)	Students will be able to identify the types of insect pests particularly the most common one, know the methods of sampling of the pests, and understand the effective way of insect pest management strategy. Students will also be able to identify different types of parasites and diseases caused by the parasites
DSE B (1/2)	Endocrinology will give general idea of Endocrine systems. Whereas Reproductive Biology gives idea of  Histoarchitechture of reproductive organs in human, functional anatomy of male and female reproduction and reproductive health
PART III; SEM VI
CC 13	This domain will illustrate the students about Developmental aspects in chordates. It also deals with a comparative account of development in some select groups of animals
CC 14	Students would be able to disseminate knowledge about Evolutionary Biology, from origin of life to Geological time scale, from species concept to population genetics, and phylogeny
DSE A (1/2)	Animal Biotechnology would fortify the students with techniques in gene manipulation, animal cell culture and application of techniques in health. From Animal Cell Biotechnology students will learn Molecular Techniques in Gene manipulation, Genetically Modified Organisms, and different Culture Techniques and Applications
DSE B (1/2)	Students will be able to learn Patterns of Behaviour, Social and Sexual Behaviour, Chronobiology & Biological Rhythm in Animal Behaviour. Students will learn about basic concepts of aquaculture, fisheries, and fish in research in Fish & Fisheries

 

ZOOLOGY GENERAL
PART I; SEM I
CC 1/ GE1	Students will be able to understand Animal Diversity from  Kingdom Protista to Mammals
PART I; SEM II
CC 2/GE2	Students will be able to develop critical understanding how a single-celled fertilized egg becomes an embryo and then a fully formed adult by going through three important processes of cell division, cell differentiation and morphogenesis. Students will also realize the Comparative Anatomy of different systems in chordate
PART II; SEM III
CC 3/GE3	Students will be able to  understand about the importance and scope of Physiology and Biochemistry
SEC-A (1)	Student should be able to know about tools and equipment of Apiculture along with principles of sustainable beekeeping and how these principles can guide beekeeping into an enduring practice
PART II; SEM IV
CC 4/GE4	Students will be able to  acquire an in-depth knowledge in Genetics and Evolutionary Biology
SEC- B(1)	Learners will be able to learn the scientific method of setting an Aquarium and will know culture breeding and marketing techniques of common indigenous ornamental Fishes
PART III; SEM V
DSE A (1)	From this course students will gain knowledge about the commercial and industrial significance of animals, the techniques of rearing of animals for commercial usage and the prerequisites for their successful maintenance and sustenance.
DSE B (1)	Learners will be able to  understand the Aquaculture systems  and environmental impacts of aquaculture
SEC-A (1)	Student should be able to learn principles of sustainable Sericulture and how these principles can guide silk moth rearing into an enduring practice
PART III; SEM VI
DSE A (1)	Students will be able to identify the types of insect pests particularly the most common one, know the methods of sampling of the pests, understand the effective way of insect pest management strategy
DSE B (2)	Students will be able to know the evolutionary and functional basis of ecology, understand what makes the scientific study of ecology a crucial and exciting endeavour, engage in field-based research activities to understand well the theoretical aspects taught besides learning techniques for gathering data in the field. Students will also know about Wildlife Conservation, necessity for wildlife conservation, about National parks and sanctuaries etc.
SEC-B (1)	Learners will be able to develop and implement public health interventions and will able to apply knowledge of the principles of disease, injury prevention and control Medical diagnosis

 

• Mentor-Mentee system (academic year 2023.-2024)

In order to accommodate various requirements of the students outside typical class hours and interactions, the Department of the zoology has taken extensive measures to execute the mentor- mentee program for the benefit of the students in almost all spheres of their college life including education, as per requirements provided as input by the students concerned.

The program is based on  the distribution of  students to different mentors as per lottery so that their personal requirements like assistance in learning, preparation of exams, mental health and understanding, peer group interactions, strategies for coping with the pressures of exams and the education system as well as their family problems or personal problems under specific situations. The mentor mentee groups for the academic session 2023-24 are as follows-

 

Student’s name (mentee)	Teacher’s (Mentor) name	Semester
Abhishek Gayen	Mousumi Das	1st Sem, Major
Selima Mondal	Mousumi Das	1st Sem, Major
Sanchayan Naskar	Mousumi Das	1st Sem, Minor
Debangshu Sekhar Mondal	Mousumi Das	1st Sem , Minor
Sandipan Kayal	Mousumi Das	3rd Sem, Hons.
Shiblal Bera	Mousumi Das	3rd Sem, Hons.
Alokesh Singha	Mousumi Das	3rd Sem, Gen
Suprakash Das	Mousumi Das	3rd Sem, Gen
Ankana Mondal	Mousumi Das	5th Sem, Hons.
Sudipta Mondal	Mousumi Das	5th Sem, Hons.
Arpita Majumder	Mousumi Das	5th Sem, Gen
Prithish Naskar	Debashis Roy	1st Sem, Major
Shibayan Naskar	Debashis Roy	1st Sem, Major
Soumita Halder	Debashis Roy	1st Sem, Minor
Bipul Biswas	Debashis Roy	3rd Sem, Hons.
Soumyadeb Patra	Debashis Roy	3rd Sem, Hons.
Avirup Mondal	Debashis Roy	5th  Sem, Hons.
Arghya Mondal	Debashis Roy	5th  Sem, Hons.
Raktim Rudra	Debashis Roy	5th  Sem, Gen
Soumyadip Mondal	Kalyan Bhattacharjee	1st Sem, Major
Md. Asifur Rahaman	Kalyan Bhattacharjee	1st Sem Minor
Md. Maskur Ahamed	Kalyan Bhattacharjee	1st Sem Minor
Dipendu Mondal	Kalyan Bhattacharjee	3rd Sem, Hons.
Fultusi Mondal	Kalyan Bhattacharjee	3rd Sem, Hons.
Anamika Das	Kalyan Bhattacharjee	5th  Sem, Hons.
Rijuan Molla	Swastik Mukherjee	1st Sem, Major
Shreya Mondal	Swastik Mukherjee	1st Sem, Major
Dhishwari Naskar	Swastik Mukherjee	1st Sem, Major
Koushik Mondal	Swastik Mukherjee	1st Sem, Minor
Allolika Das	Swastik Mukherjee	1st Sem, Minor
Tamal Mondal	Swastik Mukherjee	3rd Sem, Hons.
Akbar sk.	Swastik Mukherjee	3rd Sem, Hons
Rupak Mondal	Swastik Mukherjee	5th Sem, Hons.
Sabnam Khatun	Swastik Mukherjee	5th Sem Gen
S.M. Arshalan Ashraf	Rituparna Chatterjee	1st Sem, Major
Supriyo Sardar	Rituparna Chatterjee	1st Sem, Major
Mitra Snafui	Rituparna Chatterjee	1st Sem, Minor
Suhrid Kanti Bera	Rituparna Chatterjee	1st Sem, Minor
Arnab Das	Rituparna Chatterjee	3rd Sem, Hons.
Disha Sardar	Rituparna Chatterjee	3rd Sem, Hons.
Meheboob Hossain	Rituparna Chatterjee	5th Sem, Hons.

 

• Remedial classes

Remedial classes provide the means to clarify doubts of students regarding specific topics of syllabus. It also helps them to successfully handle question answers in examinations. Such remedial sessions are also essential for the weaker students or those having issues with English as they come from a strictly vernacular educational background. In order to assess and mitigate such issues, remedial classes has been successfully conducted by the department of Zoology for the students of all semesters in both CBCS and NEP regulations. Participation of the students is interactive via course module discussions, question answer sessions etc. and it proved to be highly fruitful.

 

• Participative/Experiential learning

 

Educational tours organized by the department in Academic year 2023-24:

Places of Excursions	Excursions conducted for	Month and Year
Alipore Zoological Garden , Kolkata	5th sem. Zoology Hons. students	January, 2024
Azadgarh State Poultry farm, Kolkata	1st sem. MDC students	January, 2024
Santragachi Jheel, Howrah	5th sem. Zoology General. students	January, 2024
Chintamani Kar Bird Sanctuary, Kolkata	1st sem. IDC students	February, 2024
Narendrapur Ramkrishna Mission, Agricultural Unit	1st sem. Zoology Major students	February, 2024

 

Poster presentation:

5G-Advantages and Disadvantages	Presented by 5th sem. Zooloy Hons. Students on 03.01.2024
Fossil fuel	Presented by 5th sem. Zooloy Hons. Students on 03.01.2024

 

Question Bank:

Every year we arrange Entry Level Test for new 1^st sem. students. We also take continuous internal assessments, class tests, and surprise tests for all students. The hard copy of above mentioned question papers are kept in our department. Some question papers are attached herewith.

 

 

Facilities

Laboratory: The Department of Zoology has 2 laboratories. 1. Advance Lab, 2.General lab. The Department is enriched with many well-known equipments like- Centrifuge Machine, Homogenizer, Microtome machine, Colorimeter, PH meter, Hemocytometer, Sahli’s  Haemoglobinometer, etc.

ICT facilities: Teachers take classes through PPT presentation which is supported by smart class room of our college.

The dept. of Zoology has started Certificate Course for the benefit of the students from the Academic Session 2023-24. We, the teachers of Zoology Dept. are trying to organize at least 2 certificate courses in every academic session. Our students are eagerly participating in the ongoing Certificate Course entitled “Aspects of Microbiological Diseases, Pathogenesis, Clinical features, Control and treatment”.

Teaching method and teaching plan:

Our college prepares action plan regarding UG courses which are discussed in Academic council, as per academic calendar issued by University of Calcutta. Then meetings are convened by HOD with all departmental faculties to fix teaching-learning plan for a particular session following the decision implemented by the Academic Council. The plan also includes teachers^, engagement in continuous internal assessments for all sem. students, and remedial classes for slow learners.

The syllabi are distributed among the teachers in the departmental meeting under the prerogative of HOD as per the class loads. The Class loads are strictly followed according to the credit mentioned in the Syllabi issued by the University. The teachers prepare lesson plan which is sorted out from the syllabi. The teacher makes use of ICT when it is necessary in teaching. The teachers of our department arrange Excursions, Project Works, Field trips on regular basis for the students. Students acquire the practical experiences under the light of theoretical knowledge.

We try to maintain a good communication with students for their progress throughout the year. Every year we organize orientation program for new comer students. We deliver the course curriculum in details. We also arrange parent- teacher meetings in every year. We receive parents’ and students’ feedback regarding various issues related to teaching and course completion. We organize Educational Tours at various places for field study. We also visit different Research Institutes for benefit of the students. Students of our department participate in college sports, cultural events, quiz and other competitions organized by department and college as well.

Dr. Ritam Bhattacharjee- Assistant Professor, Department of Zoology, Panchanan-Barma University

Ramayani Burman- Scientist, Ireland

Dr. Rachan Karmakar- Assistant Professor, Roorkee Institute of Technology

Mr. Sujit Das- Forest Officer, WBFS (Govt. of WB)

Mr. Ananda Das- Staff, Law office, Kolkata

Dr. Arup Kumar Giri- Teaching Faculty, Baba Mastnath University, Haryana

Sayantani Mukhopadhayay- Research Scholar, Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati.

Akashlina Marik- Research Scholar, Department of Zoology, University of Calcutta.

Sagarnil Marik- BDS Doctor

Pritam Modak- Lawyer

Souvik Karmakar- Lawyer

Sahanawz S.M- Research Scholar, National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS), Bangalore.

Avijit Adak- West Bengal Police Service

Sourav Ghosh- Medical Representative, Kolkata

Our other Alumni are also engaged in various fields like CRPF, medical professions, teaching, reputed MNCs, Govt. and Private Banks, NGOs etc.