CBCS syllabus

CHOICE BASED CREDIT SYSTEM SYLLABUS
 ForBachelor of SciencePart - I
BIOTECHNOLOGY (Entire)

1. TITLE : Biotechnology-Entire
2. YEAR OF IMPLEMENTATION:- CBCS Syllabus will be implemented fromJune, 2018 onwards.
3. PREAMBLE:
This syllabus is framed to give sound knowledge with understanding ofBiotechnology to undergraduate students at first year of three years of B.Sc. degree course.Students learn Biotechnology as a separate subject from B.Sc. I. The goal of thesyllabus is to make the study of Biotechnology popular, interesting and encouraging to the studentsfor higher studies including research.The new and updated syllabus is based on a basic and applied approach with vigourand depth. At the same time precaution is taken to make the syllabus comparable to the syllabi ofother universities and the needs of industries and research.The syllabus is prepared after discussion at length with number of faculty members ofthe subject and experts from industries and research fields.The units of the syllabus are well defined, taking into consideration the level andcapacity of students.
4. GENERAL OBJECTIVES OF THE COURSE / PAPER:
1) To make the students knowledgeable with respect to the subject and its practicable
Applicability.
2) To promote understanding of basic and advanced concepts in Biotechnology.
3) To expose the students to various emerging areas of Biotechnology.
4) To prepare students for further studies, helping in their bright career in the subject.
5) To expose the students to different processes used in industries and in research field.
6) To prepare the students to accept the challenges in life sciences.
7) To develop skills required in various industries, research labs and in the field of humanhealth.
5. DURATION
The course shall be three year full time course.
6. PATTERN:-
Pattern of theory Examination will be Semester. Practical examination will be annual
7. MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION:
The medium of instruction shall be  English.
3) OTHER FEATURES :
(A) LIBRARY :
Reference and Text Books, Journals and Periodicals, Reference Books. – List Attached
(B) LABORATORY SAFETY EQUIPMENT :
1) Fire extinguisher
2) First aid kit
3) Fumigation chamber
4) Stabilized power supply
5) Insulated wiring for electric supply.
6) Good valves & regulators for gas supply.
7) Operational manuals for instruments.
8) Emergency exits.



















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Semester - I
Sr.No
Course Title
Theory
1
DSC-A-Chemistry
40+10
2
DSC-A-Biochemistry
40+10
3
DSC-A-Plant Science
40+10
4
DSC-A-Mathematics
40+10
5
DSC-A-Computer
40+10
6
DSC-A-Bio techniques&Instrumentation
40+10
7
DSC-A-Microbiology
40+10
8
DSC-A-Physics
40+10
9
AECC-1A English for Communication
40+10
Semester - II
Sr.No
Course Title
Theory
1
DSC-B-Chemistry
40+10
2
DSC-B-Biochemistry
40+10
3
DSC-B-Animal Science
40+10
4
DSC-B-Statistics
40+10
5
DSC-B-Computer
40+10
6
DSC-B- Cell Biology
40+10
7
DSC-B-Microbiology
40+10
8
DSC-B-Physics
40+10
9
AECC-1B English for Communication
40+10

Sr. No
Course Name
Practicals (Annual)
1
Practical-I---Techniques in Chemistry andBiochemistry
50
2
Practical-II---Laboratory Exercise in Microbiology andInstrumentation
50
3
Practical-III---Laboratory Exercise in Plant Science and Animal Science
50
4
Practical-IV---Methods in Mathematics,Statistics and Computer Application in Biotechnology
50
Semester - I        DSC-A Chemistry(Credit-2)


Units
Lectures(30)
Unit - I
Basics Concepts in Chemistry
Introduction- Definition and Explanation of important basic terms of following, Solutions – Problems based on Normaltiy, Molarity, Mole Fraction,Mixed Solution, ppb, ppm, Mili moles Exercises
Acids and Bases - Lowry–Bronsted and Lewis concepts, strong andweak acids and bases, Ionic product of Water, pH, pKa, pKb, Hydrolysis of salts.
Buffers -Solutions concept,types, Henderson equation for acid andbasic buffers, Buffer action and buffer capacity.
Analytical and Industrial Chemistry-Introduction, Importance of Analysis, Analytical processes( Qualitative and Quantities) Classification of Analysis, sampling of solids,liquids, gases.
Reaction Kinetics
Introduction-Meaning and definitions of- rate constant, order andmolecularity of reaction, activation energy, Integrated rate expressions for zero,1st and 2nd order reactions, Characteristics of 1st order reactions, Catalysis- Definition, types of catalysis with example, characteristics ofcatalysis,
Thermodynamics
Introduction- Reversible and irreversible processes, internal energy, Enthalpy, heat of reaction and its types, First Law- Statement andmathematical expression, Hess law, Measurement of ΔH, Trouton’s rule, Kirchoff’s equation, Second law- Statement, concept of entropy (Criteria for spontaneous and non-spontaneous processes), Third law-Absolute entropies and their uses, Gibbs and Helmholtz free energy functions-Criteria for thermodynamic, equilibrium and spontaneity, ΔG and K, ΔG and work function, Relation between ΔH and ΔG(Gibbs-Helmholtz equation), Phase equillibria- Clapeyron-Clausis equation and its applications, Numerical problems.
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Unit - II


Structure and Bonding.
Introduction- Types of bonds. Ionic covalent bond, Co-ordinate bond,Metallic bond, hydrogen bond, Electrostatic Interaction, Vanderwaal’s forces. formation of ionicand covalent bond with examples, e.g. NaCl, KCl, HCl, CH4, Cl2, H2.
VBT- Postulates.
Concept of Hybridization, sp, sp2, sp3 hybridization with respect toBeCl2. BF3, SiCl4(Along with consequences with respect to bondlength, bond angle, bond energy and shape of the molecule.
Dipole moment- Definition and significance.
Hydrogen Bonding- Definition, intra and intermolecular hydrogenbonding with suitable example (Water, Proteins, alcohols, Hydroxy acids,Zhenols).
Ionic solids- Definition and general characteristics, comparisonbetween, ionic and covalent compounds.
Coordination Complexes
Definition and formation of Co-ordinate bond in BF3← NH3& NH4+,
Distinction between double salt and complex salt, Description of terms Ligand, Co-ordination number (CN), Coordination sphere, Essential and trace elements in biological process, Metallo porphyrins, w.r.t. Hemoglobin and Myoglobin, Metalloenzymes (Zn, Mg, Mn)
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References-
      1)            University general chemistry - C. N. R. Rao, Macmillan.
      2)            Physical chemistry - R. A. Alberty, Wiley Eastern Ltd.
      3)            Quantum chemistry including molecular spectroscopy- B. K. Sen.
      4)            Organic chemistry - D. J. Cram and G. S. Hammond (Mcgraw-Hill).
      5)            A Guide-book to mechanism of organic chemistry-Peter Sykes-6th Edition.
      6)            Theoretical principles of inorganic chemistry- G.S. Manku
      7)            Physical chemistry by Sharma and Puri
      8)            Instrumental methods of chemical analysis- Chatwal & Anand
      9)            Instrumental methods of chemical analysis- B. K. Sharma
  10)            Organic chemistry VOL-II 5th Edition- I. L. Finar
  11)            An introduction to electrochemistry- Samuel Glassstone
  12)            The elements of physical chemistry – P.W. Atkins.
  13)            Essential of physical chemistry- B .S. Bahel. & G. D.Tuli.
  14)            Principels of physical chemistry – S.H Maron & Pruton
  15)            Concisein inorganic chemistry
  16)            Organic chemistry – Morrison & Boyd





















DSC-A - Biochemistry (Credit-2)



Units
Lectures(30)                                                                                                                   

Unit- I
Origin of life: - Basic concept  ,A.I. Oparin  concept,  Urey Miller’sexperiment, Concept of Biomolecules- in general about Carbohydrate, protein, lipid just definition  with at least one example.
pH,  pka value definition,H-H Equation,  Biological Buffer Systems- e.g. Phosphate, Bicarbonate, Haemoglobin  buffer system, Protein buffer system
Nucleic acids: Nucleosides, nucleotides, polynucleotide, DNA and its different forms with properties. (A, B, C, D, & Z), RNA and its types.- m-RNA, t-RNA. r-RNA  Forces Stabilizing nucleic acid structure.
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Unit- II
Carbohydrates: Classification, glyceraldehyde, simple aldoses &ketoses, confirmation of D-glucose, biological importance of
carbohydrates, reactions of monosaccharide (Oxidation, reduction,
osazone), glycosidic bond, disaccharides (Sucrose, maltose, lactose),polysaccharides - homo polysaccharides, e.g.Starch, glycogen,Cellulose.
Lipids: Classification, Simple lipid - Triacyl glycerol & waxes.Compound lipid-Phospholipid, e.g- Phosphotidyl choline, ethanolamine Glyserolipid, Sphingolipids, e.g. Sphingomycelin, cerebrosides, gangliosides.
Physical properties,- state,color, odour,melting point, solubility, specific gravity, geometric isomerism, insulation, emulsification ,surface tension.
Chemical properties-  sap value, acid value, iodine no., rancidity; Derived lipid- Cholesterol, lipoprotein - LDL, VLDL, HDL,Chylomicrons.  Liposome.
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References:-
1) Biochemistry – Nelson & Cox
2) Biochemistry - Stryer
3) Enzymes - Trevor Palmer
4) Biochemistry - Voiet & Voiet
5) Biochemistry - J. L. Jain
7) Biochemistry - Powar and Chatwal
8) Protein Purification- Harris and Angel
9) Principles of Biochemistry - T. N. Pattabriraman.
10) Biochemistry 3rd Edition – Hames & Hopper.
11) General Biochemistry – J. H. Well.
12) Biochemistry – J. H. Ottaway & D. K. Apps
13) Biochemistry – U. Satyanarayanan


DSC-A - Plant Science (Credit 2)

Units
Lectures(30)

UNIT-I
Plant Diversity
Outline of General Classification of Plant Kingdom.
Algae – General characters and economic importance
Fungi – General characters and economic importance
Lichens -General account and economic importance
Bryophytes – General characters and economicimportance
Pteridophytes – General characters and economic importance
Gymnosperms – General characters and economicimportance
Angiosperms – General characters and economic importance
Taxonomy of Angiosperms
Taxonomy :- Definition, Aims, objectives and functions, Binomial nomenclature and its significance, Categorize of plant species as per IUCN, Methods of conservation, study of Outline of Bentham & Hookers System of classification of plants.

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Unit II
Sexual Reproduction in Angiosperms:-
Structure of Typical Flower – Floral whorls and functions:-Calyx,corolla, Androecium, Gynoecium.
Fertilization:- Definition, Double fertilization and its significance
Fruit - Definition, formation, Types: a) Simple, b) Aggregate, c) Composite.
Seed –Definition and its types, Dormancy of seed- Definition, Causes and Breaking of seed dormancy, Seed germination- Concept, Types-Epigeal and Hypogeal, factorsaffecting seed germination.
Plant Anatomy, Tissues- Simple and complex (Xylem and Phloem)
Meristem its types and functions.

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Reference Books:
      1)            Devlin R.M. Fundamentals of plant physiology (MacMillan)
      2)            Malik C.P. Plant physiology, Kalyani publishers
      3)            Dube H.C. Text of fungi, bacteria and viruses.
      4)            Bold H.C. The Plant kingdom, Prentice - Hall India
      5)            Chopra G.L. i. Class book of algae, ii. Class book of fungi
      6)            Dutta A.C. A Class book of botany, Oxford University Press
      7)            Kumar H.D. Biodiversity and sustainable development (Oxford & IBH)
      8)            Mukherji H. Plant groups (New central book depot)
      9)            Parihar N.S. An Introduction to embryophyta (Central book depot)
  10)            Vasishtha P.C. Botany for degree students-Gymnosperms
  11)            Naik V.N. Taxonomy of angiosperms
  12)            Lawrence G.H. Taxonomy of flowering plants
  13)            Chopra G.L. Angiosperms (Systematic and life cycle)
  14)            Shivarajan V.V. Introduction to principles of taxonomy.
  15)            Pandey B.P. Text book of angiosperms
  16)            Eames A.J. and An introduction of plant anatomy, Mac Daniels L.H.
  17)            Esau K. Anatomy of seed plants
  18)            Esau K. Plant anatomy
  19)            Fahn A. Plant anatomy
  20)            Mathur R.C. Systematic botany












































DSC-A - Mathematics (Credit 2)


Units
Lectures (30)

Unit I
Complex Numbers
Introduction, Operations on complex numbers, Complex conjugate, Modules and argument of complex number and simple examples on it, DE MOIVRE’S Theorem, Simple examples on above theorem
Matrices 
Definition and types of Matrices, Algebra of Matrices (addition, subtraction,  scalarmultiplication and multiplication of matrices ), Examples on operation of Matrices, Characteristic Polynomial Equation; Caley Hamiltontheorem with proof. Inverse of matrix using Caley Hamilton Theorem, Rank of  a Matrix (Definition ) and examples, System of Linear equation - i) Non homogenean,
ii) Homogenean, With examples, Eigen values and eigen vectors with simple examples.
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Unit II


Differential equation
Definition of ordinary differential equation and degree, order of differential equation, Exact differential equation with simple examples.
Linear differential equation    method of
solution with simple examples.
Bernoulli’s differential equation with examples.
Application of differential equation 
i) Growth and decay problems
ii) Newton’s law of cooling with examples
Partial differentiation
Introduction, Simple examples on evaluation of partial derivatives, Composite function with examples, Homogenous function (Definition), Euler’s theorem for  first and second order, Simple examples on above theorems, Maxima and Minima (Two variables)
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References:
      1)            Mathematics for biologists by Sujata Tapare (vision publication). 
      2)            Algebra and geometry by G. V. Khumbojkar.
      3)            Calculus and differential equation (Phadake prakashan).
      4)            Prof. L. G. Kulkarni, Dr. P. B. Jadhav





DSC-A - Computer (Credit 2)

Units
Lectures (30)

Unit I
Computer basics:
Definition, Block Dig.(I/O/Secondary storage), Applications, Generations, Types of computer, Numbering system (binary to decimal & decimal to binary)
Operating System:
Definition, functions, process management, multiprogramming,
multitasking, multiprocessing, time sharing, memory management,
uniprogramming, memory model, multiprogramming, memory model,virtual memory, security, some popular O.S. Ms-DOS, MicrosoftWindows, Unix
Office Operation: Microsoft Word-concept of toolbar, character,
paragraph & document formatting, drawing toolbar, Header, Footer,
Document editing, Page setup, short cut Keys, Text and graphics
Microsoft Excel-Concept of spreadsheet, Creating worksheet, Well
formatted documents, concept of row, column, cell and formula bar,
using function, using shortcuts, charts, conditional formatting
PowerPoint-Slide presentation, slide layout, Design, custom animation.
15

Unit- II
Database Management System-Need of database, data models-
Hierarcical, Network, Relational, Object Oriented, Main components of DBMS-DDL, DML.
Basic of Bioinformatics-Internet, World wide web, Web browser, Search Engine (Google), Searching data from Search Engine,  Bioinformatics Introduction - Nature of Biological data, characteristics of data,Tools for protein function analysis -Homology and similarity,  structureanalysis, sequence analysis, BLAST, FASTA, EMBOSS, Clustalw,Applications & scope of Bioinformatics.
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Reference Books
1) Computer Fundamentals by P. K. Sinha
2) C Application programs and Projects by Pramod Vasambekar
3) Use of Computer from Vision Publication
4) Let Us C by Kanetkar
5) Ansi C by Balgurusami









DSC-A - Biotechniques & Instrumentation (Credit 2)


Units
Lectures (30)

Unit - I
Protein Purification: Method of cell disruption (Blenders, grindingwith abrasives, presses, enzymatic method, sonication); Saltparticipation- Salting in, salting out, organic solvent precipitation,dialysis, ultra filtration.
Centrifugation- Basic principles, RCF, Sedimentation coefficient,Svedberg’sconstant, Types of centrifuge: Desktop, High speed and Ultracentrifuge,Preparative centrifugation: Differential and density gradient centrifugation
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Unit II
Microscopya) General principles of microscopy- Image formation, magnification,numerical aperture (Uses of oil immersion objective), resolving power ofmicroscope and working distance. b) Ray diagram, special features, applications and comparative study ofcompound microscope and Electron Microscope (Scanning andTransmission Electron Microscope).
UV-Visible Spectroscopy
Introduction to spectroscopy, properties of electromagnetic radiation (UV and Visible range,Electromagnetic spectrum,Electronic Transitions,
Principle, Instrumentation with respect to colorimeter and single beamspectrophotometer.Principle,Instrumentation, Applications of UV and Visiblespectrophotometer and colorimeter Lambert-Beer’s law,
Basic Laboratory Instruments: Introduction, Principle and applications of electrophoresis-Supporting media- Agarose, PAGE. Construction & WorkingpHmeter, Autoclave, LaminarAir Flow.
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References:-
  1) Biophysical Chemistry by Nath and Upadhya.
  2) Practical biochemistry principles and techniques by Wilson and Walker.
  3) Instrumental methods of chemical analysis by Chatwal and Anand.
  4) Lab Manual in Biochemistry by J. Jayaraman.
  5) Chromatography: Concepts and Contrasts- 1988 James Miller, John Wiley and Sons, Inc.
  6) Analytical Biochemistry by Holme.
  7) Spectroscopy by B.P. Straughan and S. Walker
  8) Introduction to HPLC by R.J. Hamilton and P.A. Sewell



DSC-A- Microbiology (Credit 2)


Units
Lectures(30)

Unit-I
Microbiology : Definition, History, Introduction to types ofMicroorganisms – Bacteria, Algae, Fungi, Protozoa and Viruses,
Beneficial and harmful activities of microorganisms, Applied branchesof Microbiology, major microbiological institutes in India.
Morphology and cytology of Bacteria
 Morphology of Bacteria – i) Size, ii) Shape, iii) Arrangements
 Cytology of Bacteria –
Structure and functions of :i)Cell wall, ii) Cell membrane, iii) Capsule and slime layer, iv) Flagella, v)Pilli, vi) Nuclear material,             vii) Mesosome, viii) Ribosome
Viruses- General characteristics and Cultivation, lytic cycle of T4- bacteriophage.
Bacterial taxonomy:
General principles of bacterial nomenclature.-a) Taxonomic ranks, b) Common or Vernacular name, c) Scientific or International name, Criteria for bacterial classification- Morphological, cultural,              biochemical & serological characters, Concept of bacterial species & strain.
 Microbial nutrition
Nutritional requirements of microorganisms : Water;
Micronutriets; Macronutrients; Carbon, Energy source; Oxygen and
Hydrogen; Nitrogen, Sulpher and Phosphorous and growth factors-
auxotroph,prototroph and fastidious organisms.
Nutritional types of microorganism based on carbon and energy
sources - a. Autotrophs b. Heterotrophs c. Phototrophs d. Chemotrophs, e. Photoautotrophs f. Chemoautotrophs g. Phtoheterotrophs, h. Chemoheterotrophs.












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Unit- II
Concept of Sterilization:-
Definitions of: Sterilization, Disinfection, Antiseptic, Germicide,
Microbiostasis, Asepsis, Sanitization.
Methods of sterilization by-  a) Physical agents: i) temperature-dry heat, moist heat ii) Radiation-  U.V, Gamma radiation iii) Bacteria proof filter- membrane filter.b) Chemical agents:- Phenol & Phenolic compounds, Alcohol, Heavymetals(e.g. mercury).c) Gaseous agents- Ethylene oxide, formaldehyde
Stains and staining procedures -
Definition of dye and stain, Classification of stains – Acidic, Basic and Neutral, Principles, Procedure, Mechanism and application of staining, Procedures - i) Simple staining, ii) Negative staining, iii) Differential staining : Gram staining and Acid fast staining, iv) Special staining: Capsule staining, cell wall staining,endospore staining
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References:
  1) General Microbiology-Stanier
  2) Introduction to Microbiology-Ingraham
  3) Brock biology of Microorganisms-Madigan et al
  4) Fundamentals of Microbiology-Frobisher
  5) Microbiology-Pelczar
  6) General Microbiology –Pawar & Daginawala
  7) Text book of microbiology-Ananthanarayan& Panikar
































DSC-A - Physics(Credit 2)

Units
Lecture (30)

Unit I
Elasticity:
Introduction, definitions of stress and strain in solids, types of strainand stress, Hooks law, definition of Young’s modulus (Y), bulkmodulus (K) and modulus of rigidity ( ), relation between Y, , andK (without derivation), stress strain curve, importance of elasticity .Viscosity and Surface Tension
Introduction, streamline and turbulent flows, concept of viscosity,coefficient of viscosity, effect of temperature and pressure on viscosityof liquids, concept of pressure energy and Bernoulli’s theorem (withoutproof), Application of Bernoulli’s Theorem  venturimeter, Pitots tube(working only), review of surface tension, surface energy, capillaryaction, angle of contact, wetability, relation between surface tension,excess pressure and curvature (without derivation), factors affectingsurface tension, methods of measurement of surface tension- Jaegersmethod (formula and working only), applications of surface tension.
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Unit II
Sound waves:
Introduction, mechanical and electromagnetic waves, transverse andlongitudinal waves with characteristics, principle of superposition ofwaves (Statement only), phenomenon of beats and expression forfrequency of beats, application of beats, audible, ultrasonic andinfrasonic waves, properties of ultrasonic waves and theirapplications, Doppler effect and its applications
Thermodynamics and Thermometry:
Introduction, various temperature scales (Kelvin, Celsius,Fahrenheit, Reaumer and Rankin), thermal energy, platinumresistance thermometer-principle, construction and working,
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References:
 1. Physics by Devid Hallday Roberet Resnik, (Vol-I and Vol-II) Wiley Eastern limited
 2. Fundamental of mechanics, S. K. Saxena, Himalaya Publications
 3. Perspectives of modern physics, Aurthur Beiser, McGrawHill Publication
 4. Heat and thermodynamics, Zemansky, McGrawHill Publication
 5. Fundamentals of optics, Jenkins white, McGrawHill Publication
 6. Text book of optics, N. Subrahmanyan Brijlal, S. Chand and Company Limited
 7. Optics by Ajoy Ghatak, Tata McGrawHill Publication
 8. Properties of matter, D. S. Mathur, Sha, alal Charetible trust
 9. Solar energy, Suhas Sukatme, Tata McGrawHill Publication
 10. Principle of electronics, V. K. Mehta, S. Chand and Company Limited
 11. Digital principles and application, Malvino and Leach,Tata McGrawHill Publication
 12. Elements of spectroscopy, Gupta, Kumar, Sharma, Pragati Prakashan
 13. Introduction to atomic spectra, H. E.White, McGrawHill Publication
 14. Biophysics, Vastala Piramal, Dominent Publishers and Distributor
Semester- II
DSC-B - Chemistry(Credit-2)

Units
Lectures(30)
Unit I
Fundamentals and Mechanistic Basis of Organic Reaction - Introduction ,Reaction mechanism-Definition, curved arrownotation, substrate , Reagents, Types of reagents, types of reactions,Reactive intermediate Carbocataion, Carbanion, Carbon Free radicalsSN1 and SN2 mechanisms (Hydrolysis of t-butyl halide and primaryalkyl halide) with energy profile diagram.Elimination reactions- E1 and E2 mechanisms (Dehydration ofalcohol), Hoffman’s and Saytzeff’s rules- statements andjustifications.Addition reactions- Electrophilic addition reactions in alkenes(Markovnikoff and anti-Markovnikoff additions), nucleophilicaddition reactions of carbonyl compounds (cyanohydrin formation).Concept of an aromaticity.Mechanism of SE reactions in benzene- Nitration, sulphonation,   halogenation, diazotization, Friedel-Craft’s alkylation and acylationreactions. Orientation effects as exemplified by– NO2, OH functional groups.
Stereochemistry - Geometrical isomerism in alkenes. Optical activity-Plane polarized light (PPL), Polarimeter, specificrotation, Chirality- Chiral molecules, symmetry elements, asymmetriccarbon, compounds with one and two chiral centers, diastereomers,enantiomers, tartaric acid E-Z and R-S nomenclatures. Numerical Problems
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Unit - II


Titrimetric Analysis and Gravimetric Analysis
Principle of volumetric analysis, titration, titrant, titrand, endpoint,Equivalence point, titration error, indicator.Primary and secondary standards, preparation of standard solutionsCharacteristics and examples.Theory of acid base indicators, choice and suitability of indicators.Types if titrations—acid base, redox, precipitation, complexometric,Titration curve and end-point evaluationGravimetric analysis: solubility and precipitation, factors affectingsolubility, nucleation, practicsal size, crystal growth, colloidal state,ageing or digestion of pptCo precipitation and post precipitation, washing, drying and ignition of precipitate
Chemistry of Natural Products
Terpenoids-Isoprene rule, structure determinations of citral.Natural Pigments- Carotenoids and their functions in Plants,structural details of chlorophyll. Alkaloids- Basic structure, classification with suitable examples.
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References-
 1) University General Chemistry - C. N. R. Rao, Macmillan.
 2) Physical Chemistry - R. A. Alberty, Wiley Eastern Ltd.
 3) Quantum Chemistry Including Molecular Spectroscopy- B. K. Sen.
 4) Organic Chemistry - D. J. Cram and G. S. Hammond (Mcgraw-Hill).
 5) A Guide-book to Mechanism of Organic Chemistry-Peter Sykes-6th Edition.
 6) Theoretical Principles of Inorganic Chemistry- G.S. Manku
 7) Physical Chemistry by Sharma and Puri
 8) Instrumental methods of chemical analysis- Chatwal & Anand
 9) Instrumental methods of chemical analysis- B. K. Sharma
 10) Organic Chemistry VOL-II 5th Edition- I. L. Finar
 11) An introduction to electrochemistry- Samuel Glassstone
 12) The elements of physical chemistry – P.W. Atkins.
 13) Essential of physical chemistry- B .S. Bahel. & G. D.Tuli.
 14) Principels of Physical Chemistry – S.H Maron & Pruton
 15) Concisein Inorganic chemistry – J.D. Lee






































DSC-B - Biochemistry (Credit-2)


Units
Lectures (30)

Unit- I
Protein:Amino acid classification (Depending upon R group), structure   of amino acids, single letter codes of amino acids,  peptide bond,classification of protein based on composition -Simple ,conjugate, derived.  Determination of primary structure (Sanger’s method, Edman’s method, Dansylchloride), structural level organisation of proteins- Primary ,Secondary- forces stabilizing secondary structure types - α - helix, β-sheets,
Tertiary structure (Describe different bonds), w.r.t. Myoglobin.Quaternary structure  w.r.t. Hemoglobin.Biological functions of Proteins.
Chromatography : Introduction, Theory, Principle and applications of Thin layer chromatography, paper chromatography, column chromatography, size exclusion chromatography, Ion exchange chromatography, Affinity chromatography.
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Unit- II
Enzymes: Introduction, IUB classification, active site, energy of activation, transition state hypothesis, lock and key hypothesis, Induced fit hypothesis, enzyme inhibition- types competitive, non-competitive, un-competitive. M-M equation, Line weaver- Burk plot
Co-enzymes: Thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, pyridoxol phosphate, (Introduction, structure,  sources, daily requirement, biological functions deficiency)
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References:-
1) Biochemistry – Nelson & Cox
2) Biochemistry - Stryer
3) Enzymes - Trevor Palmer
4) Biochemistry - Voiet & Voiet
5) Biochemistry - J.L.Jain
6) Basic Biophysics- M. Daniel
7) Biochemistry - Powar and Chatwal
8) Protein Purification- Harris and Angel
9) Practical biochemistry – Keith Wilson And Walker
10) Principles of Biochemistry - T. N. Pattabriraman.
11) Biochemistry 3rd Edition – Hames & Hopper.
12) General Biochemistry – J. H. Well.
DSC-B - Animal Science(Credit 2)

Units
Lectures (30)

Unit- I
Life concepts and characteristics of life. Cell theory, Understanding the diversity of life, 3 domain systems, Six kingdom system, General classification of animal kingdom.(up to classes), Non-chordates –Study of phylum Porifera, Ceolenterata,Platyhelmenthes , Nemathelmenthes, Arthropoda, Mollusca &
Echinodermata – General characters with representative  examples-Sycon, Hydra, Liver fluke/ Taenia, Earthwarm / Nereis, Cockroach,Pearl oister / Pila, Starfish
Chordates:-Study of class Pisces, Amphibia, Reptilia & Mammalia – General characters with representative examples – Lebeo, Frog, Cobra,Alligator, Fowl and Rat
Host Parasite Relationship
Protozoan parasite- Plasmodium(Morphology,parasitic adaptations,Life cycle), Nematode parasite- Ascaris(Morphology,parasitic adaptations, Lifecycle), Platehelminthes parasite- Liver fluke(Morphology,parasitic adaptations,Life cycle)
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Unit- II
Tissues - i) Epithelial ii) Muscular iii) Nervous iv) Connective tissue-Blood (Plasma, Serum, Clotting ), Bone, Cartilage.
Histological Architecture - i) Skin ii) Tooth iii) Liver iv) Kidney v) Uterus
Applied zoology - Vermiculture, Apiculture, Sericulture, Pearl culture, Pisci culture
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References :
1. Kotpal – Invertebrates
2. Kotpal – Chordates
3. Shukla and U. Pandey- Applied Zoology.















DSC-B - Statistics(Credit 2)

Units
Lectures (30)

Unit-I
Introduction to statistics and collection of data.    
Meaning of statistics, Scope of statistics in Biological and medical sciences, Primary and Secondary data, Classification of data, Inclusive and Exclusive methods, Discrete, and Continuous frequency Distribution.Cumulative frequencies  , Graphical representation :- Histogram ,bar chart, line diagram, pie chart& ogive CurvesMeasures of central tendency and measures of dispersion, Concept of measures of central tendency, Definitions of A.M., Median, Mode, Quartiles, Examples on ungrouped and grouped data, Properties of A.M. ( statement only), Methods of obtaining mode & quartiles graphically, Concept of measures of dispersion . Absolute and Relative measures, of dispersion, Definitions of Range, Q.D, S.D and variance, coefficient ofvariation. Examples on grouped and ungrouped data 
15

Unit II
Correlation and Regression, probability & testing of Hypotheisis - Concept of correlation between two variables and types of correlation, Method of obtaining correlation  i) by scattar diagram method ii)By Karl Pearson Correlation coefficient Properties of correlationcoefficient.
Examples on ungrouped data, Concept of regression, Lines of regression Regression coefficients and properties without proof.
Examples on ungrouped data, Probability and Sampling
Definition of sample space, Outcomes, events, exhaustive events,Mutually exclusive events, Equally likely events, certain eventsimpossible events.Definition of probability, Limits of probability. Probability ofcomplementary event, Additive law of probability. Simple illustrativeexamples.Definition  of  conditional  probability,  Multiplicative  lawprobability, Independent events, Simple illustrative examples.Idea of population and sample. Simple Random Sampling andStratified Random sampling. Advantages and disadvantages of both
the methods, Testing of hypothesis, Simple and composite hypothesis, Null andalternative hypothesis, types of errors, Critical region, Acceptance region, level of significance.
Tests of significance: Chi square tests, t tests and F test       
15

References :

1) Goon A. M., Gupta M. K. and Dasgupta B.:Fundamentals of mathematical statistics vol. I & II. World Press, Calcutta.
2)  Gupta & Kapoor: Fundamental of mathematical statistics.
3)  Thingale T. K. and Dixit P. G. (2003): A text book of paper- I for B.Sc. I, Nirali Publication, Pune.
4)  Waiker and Lev: Elementary Statistical methods.

5)  Rohatgi V. K. and Sauh A. K. Md E. (2002) An Introduction to probability and statistics (John Wiley & Sons-Asia)
6)  Thigale T. K. and Dixit P. G. (2003): A text book Of paper II for B.Sc. I.
7)  Meyer P. L. (1970): Introductoryto probability and statistical Application. Addision wesly.
8)  Cochran, W.G.: Sampling Techiniques, Wiley Estern Ltd., New Delhi.
9)  Des Raj : Sampling theory










































DSC-B - Computer(Credit- 2)


Units
Lectures (30)

Unit- I
Introduction to Programming, Algorithm, Flowchart, Pseudocode
Fundamentals of C, Character set, keywords, identifiers, data types, constants, symbolic, constants, escape sequences, variables. arithmetic, relational & logicaloperators, type conversions in expressions.
15

Unit- II
Input/outputPrintf(), scanf(), getchar(), putchar(), gets(), puts(), enum, sizeof()operatorFormatting input/output.Control Structures & Array
If, if..else, nested if, switch statement, while loop , do.. while loop , for
loop, continue & break statementArray- declaration, initialization of One dimensional & twodimensional array, character array, strlen(), strcpy(), strcmp(), strcat().
15

Reference Books
1) Computer Fundamentals by P. K. Sinha
2) C Application programs and Projects by Pramod Vasambekar
3) Use of Computer from Vision Publication
4) Let Us C by Kanetkar
5) Ansi C by Balgurusami
























                           DSC-B - Cell Biology(Credit 2)


                                        Units
Lectures (30)

                                            Unit-I
Cell Structure - Discovery of Cell, Cell theory -Definition, discovery, three assumptions of cell theory,exceptions, organismal theory, protoplasm theory, Organization of Prokaryotic cell,
Organization of Eukaryotic cell (plant and animal cell), Ultra structure & functions of cell organelles Mitochondria,Chloroplast, E.R., Golgi apparatus ,Lysosome, Peroxisome,Ribosomes.
Cell membrane & Membrane transport, Cell membrane –components, Molecular models of cell membrane-Unit membrane model, Protein, crystal model, fluid mosaic model, Types of membrane transport, Passive transport-simple diffusion, facilitated diffusion, osmosis.Active transport-primary and secondary transport, Sodium pump,Na+-K+ ATPase pump, Bulk transport-endocytosis and exocytosis
15

Unit- II
Nucleus -Introduction,morphology,occurrence,shape,size,number,positionUltra structure of nucleus-Nuclear membrane, nucleoplasm,nucleopore complex, nucleus.
Chromosome structure- introduction, General features of
Prokaryotic chromosome.General features of Eukaryotic chromosome -. Chromosome number, size, Chromosomal nomenclature & General structure
Cytoskeleton assembly
Introduction, Cytoskeleton elements, Microtubules-occurrence,structure,chemical composition,microtubule associated proteins, functions, Microfilaments- occurrence, structure, chemical composition,
functions, Intermediate filaments(IF) - occurrence, structure, chemicalcomposition, types of IF, functions
Organization of cilia and flagella
15
References:-
 1) Molecular biology of cell-Albert
 2) Molecular biology & cell biology – Loddish etal
 3) Cell biology –De Robertis
 4) Cell biology-Genetics, molecular biology-P.S. Warma & Agarwal
 5) Genes Lewin
 6) Cell biology –Geral karp
 7) Practical biochemistry – Keith, Wilson and Walker
 8) Cell Biology- C.B.Pawar
DSC-B - Microbiology (Credits-2)


Units
Lectures (30)

Unit-I
Culture media and pure culture techniques:Common components of media and their functionsPeptone, Yeast extract, NaCl, Agar and SugarCulture media - a) Living Media (Lab. animals, plants, bacteria, embryonated eggs,tissue cultures), b) Non living media – i)Natural, ii) Synthetic, iii) Semisynthetic, iv)Differential, v) Enriched, vi) Enrichment, vii) Selective.
Methods for isolation of pure culture - i) Streak plate ii) Pour plate iii) Spread plate
Microbial growth:Definition of growth, phases & growth curve - a] Continuous culture, b] Synchronous growth, c] Diauxic growthEffect of environmental factors on growth-temperature, pH., osmoticpressure, hydrostatic pressure, surface tension, heavy metals, ultraviolet light.
15

Unit- II
Water Microbiology
Sources of microorganisms in water,fecal pollution of water,Routine bacteriological analysis of water i)SPC  ii) Tests for coliforms-Qualitative-detection of presence of coliforms by -Presumptive,confirmed,completed, differentiation of coliforms-IMViCQuantative: MPN technique.
Air microbiology - Sources of microorganism in air, definition of (i) infectious dust, (ii) droplets(iii) droplet nucleiSampling methods for microbial examination air,(i) solid impaction-sieve device (ii) liquid impingement – bead bubbler diviceGerm free and Gnotobiotic life- rearing greem free animals, vs normal animals ,uses of germ free animals
Medical microbiology
Definition, Host, parasite, Saprophytes, Commensals, Infection,Etiological agent, Disease, Pathogen, Opportunistic pathogen, Truepathogen, Virulence, Pathogenicity, Fomites, Incubation period,Carriers, Morbidity rate, Mortality rate, Epidemiology, Etiology,Prophylaxis, Antigen, Antibody, Hapten, Vaccine, Immunity.Virulence factor: Production of endotoxin, exotoxin, enzymes, escapingof phagocytosis.Types of diseases: Epidemic, Endemic, Pandemic, Sporadic.Types of infections: Chronic, Acute, Primary, Secondary, Reinfection,Iatrogenic, Congenital, Local, Generalized, Covert, Simple, Mixed,Endogenous, Exogenous, Latent, Pyogenic, Nasocomial.Mode of transmission of diseases:Air borne transmissions, Vehicle transmissions, Contact transmissions,Vector borne transmissions.
General principles of prevention and control of microbial diseases
15

References:
 1) General microbiology-Stanier
 2) Introduction to microbiology-Ingraham
 3) Brock biology of microorganisms-Madigan etal
 4) Fundamentals of microbiology-Frobisher
 5) Microbiology-Pelczar
 6) General microbiology -Pawar&Daginawala
 7) Text book of microbiology-Ananthanarayan& panikar




































DSC- B - Physics  (Credit 2)

Units
Lectures (30)

Unit-I
Optics correlated with microscopy:Concept of interference and diffraction, Diffraction gratin (Descriptiononly), concept of polarization and plane polarized light, production ofpolarized light by absorption, reflection, refraction and scattering,Nicol prism, definition of optical activity, LASER- LASER action(Energy level diagram), properties of LASER, applications of LASER.BioelectricityIntroduction, electricity observed in living systems-examples, origin ofbioelectricity, resting potential and action potential, Nernst equation,conduction velocity, origin of compound action potential,Electrocardiogram(ECG),Electroencephalogram(EEG),
Electromyogram (EMG), Electroculogram (EOG),
15

Unit II
Semiconductor Devices and Digital Electronics, Light Emitting Diode (LED), seven segment display, photodiode,optocoupler, spectral distribution of solar energy, solarcellconstruction, working efficiency and fill factor, applications of solarcell. Binary and BCD number system, Basic logic gates OR, NOR,AND, NANA and NOT, Demorgans theoremAtomic structures and X-raysIntroduction, J. J. Thomson atomic model, Rutheford atomic model andBohr model, Limitations of Bohr atomic model, Energy level diagramof Hydrogen atom,, Quantum numbers, Nuclear models and forces(Liquid drop modem and shell model), production of x-rays and itsproperties, Continuous and characteristics X-ray spectrum, Brags law,Applications of X-ray
15

References:
   1)            Physics by Devid Hallday Roberet Resnik, (Vol-I and Vol-II) Wiley Eastern limited
   2)            Fundamental of Mechanics, S.K.Saxena,Himalaya Publications
   3)            Perspectives of modern physics, Aurthur Beiser, McGrawHill Publication
   4)            Heat and Thermodynamics,Zemansky, McGrawHill Publication
   5)            Fundamentals of optics,Jenkins white, McGrawHill Publication
   6)            Text book of optics, N.Subrahmanyan Brijlal, S.chand and Company Limited
   7)            Optics by Ajoy Ghatak ,Tata McGrawHill Publication
   8)            Properties of Matter, D.S.Mathur,Sha,alal Charetible trust
   9)            Solar Energy, Suhas Sukatme,Tata McGrawHill Publication
10)            Principle of electronics, V.K.Mehta, S.chand and Company Limited
11)            Digital Principles and application, Malvino and Leach,Tata McGrawHill Publication
12)            Elements of Spectroscopy, Gupta,Kumar,Sharma, Pragati Prakashan
13)            Introduction to Atomic spectra, H.E.White ,McGrawHill Publication
14)            Biophysics, Vastala Piramal, Dominent Publishers and Distributor












































Practical-I
Techniques in Chemistry and Biochemistry

Techniques in Chemistry :-

Sr No

Name of the Practical
Practicals
Physical Chemistry- Major experiments
1
To study the specific reaction rate of hydrolysis of methyl acetate in presence of HCl.
1
2
To study the reaction between potassium per sulphate (K2S2O8) and potassium iodide (KI) in solution with equal concentration of reactants.
1
3
To determine the normality of given strong acid by titrating it against strong base, conductometrically.
1
4
To determine the normality of given strong acid by titrating it against strong base, potentiometrically.
1

Physical Chemistry Minor Experiments
1
1
To determine the Heat of ionisation (∆Hi) of weak acid.
1
2
To prepare and standardise HCl/H2SO4 of commercial sample.
1

Inorganic Chemistry Major Experiments
1
1
Estimation of amount of magnesium from talcum powder by complexometric titration.
1
2
To determine the percentage purity of given sample of soda ash.
1
3
Preparation of standard potassium dichromate (K2Cr2O7) solution and determination of strength of ferrous ammonium sulphate solution (NH4)2Fe(SO4)2.6H2O.
1

Inorganic Chemistry Minor Experiments
1
1
Preparation of Ferrous ammonium sulphate (NH4)2Fe(SO4)2.6H2O.
1
2
To prepare buffer solution and to measure their pH using pH meter.
1

Organic Chemistry Major Experiments
1
1
Estimation of Vitamin-C.
1
2
Estimation of sap value of given oil sample.
1
3
To determine the strength in terms of g/lit or kg/dm3 of given solution of aniline.
1
4
To determine the acetamide in given solution.
1

Organic Chemistry Minor Experiments
1
1
Preparation of phthalimide from phthalic anhydride.
1
2
Preparation of p-Nitro acetanilide from acetanilide.
1
References:
1. Textbook of practical organic chemistry (4th Edition, Longman) - A. I. Vogen
2. Organic Chemistry - Morrison & Boyd


Techniques in Biochemistry :-

Sr. No.

Name of the Practical
Practical
Biochemistry- Major experiments
1
Estimation of Glucose(500 ug/ml) by DNSA method 6 tubes- Graphical)
1
2
Estimation of Protein by Biuret Method 6 tubes- Graphical) e.g- Casein - 5mg/ml
1
3
Estimation of Amino acid by Ninhydrin Method,6 tubes- Graphical) e.g- Leucine - 65ug/ml
1
4
Estimation of Cholesterol by Iron reagent 6 tubes- Graphical)
1
5
Estimation of Reducing sugar from apple juice by Benedict’ method - Quantitatively.
1
6
Separation & purification of Lysozyme from egg yolk by Ion Exchange chromatography
1

Biochemistry Minor Experiments
1
1
Preparation of Buffers- Phosphate, Acetate, and determination of  pH with pH meter
1
2
General -Qualitative   tests for carbohydrates and detection of carbohydrate from given mixture(Glucose, fructose, maltose, xylose, sucrose, starch )
1
3
General -Qualitative   tests for Amino acids  and detection of Amino acid from given mixture (Arginine, methionine, cystine, tyrosine, tryptophan, histidine )
1
4
Isolation and characterisation of Casein from Milk
1
5
Isolation and characterisation of Starch from Potato.
1
6
Qualitative assay of α -amylase using starch as a substrate
(use of Iodine- visual detection by varying the time of enzyme substrate reaction. )
1
7
Separation and detection of Amino acid by Paper/  Thin layer chromatography
1
8
Separation of Biomolecules by Gel filtration Chromatography
1

References:
1. Practical Biochemistry - J. Jayaraman,
2. Practical Biochemistry - David Plummer
Practical-II
Laboratory Exercises in Microbiology & Instrumentation

Practicals in Microbiology :-

Sr. No.
Name of the Practical
Practicals
      1)             
Microscopic examination of bacteria by
a. Monochrome staining.   b. Gram staining        c. Negative staining.
d. Capsule staining.          e. Cell wall staining.   f. Endospore staining
6
      2)             
Mounting and identification of Mold.
a) Aspergillus        b) Penicillium
2
      3)             
Preparation of bacteriological culture media
i) Peptone water.      ii) Nutrient broth.
iii) Nutrient agar.       iv) Mac Conkey’s agar.
2
      4)             
Preparation of Fungal culture media
i) Sabouraud’s agar        ii) PDA
2
      5)             
Enumeration of bacteria by total viable count from soil by spread plate
technique and pour plate technique
2
      6)             
Observation of motility by hanging drop technique.
1
      7)             
Study of growth curve of bacteria
1
      8)             
Isolation, colony characters, Gram staining & motility of E.coli, Bacillus sp.
2
      9)             
Differentiation of fecal & non-fecal coliforms by IMViC Test
1
  10)             
Isolation, colony characters,Gram’s staining and motility of Bacteria isolated from- Air (solid impaction technique)
1
  11)             
Study of Sugar (Glucose/Lactose) Fermentation ability of Microorganisms
1
References:
1. Experimental Microbiology - Patel
2. Media Preperation - Dr. A.M. Deshmukh
3. Bacteriological Techniques - F. J. Baker












Practicals in Instrumentation :-

Sr. No.
Name of the Practical
Practicals
      1)             
Use, care and study of Compound Microscope
1
      2)             
Demonstration (Principle, working, construction) of Colorimeter
1
      3)             
Determination of λ- max of a dye solution (Any dye)
1
      4)             
Demonstration (Principle, working, construction) of PH meter
1
      5)             
Demonstration (Principle, working, construction) of Autoclave
1
      6)             
Demonstration (Principle, working, construction) of Centrifuge
1
      7)             
Demonstration (Principle, working, construction) of Hot air oven &  Incubator
1
      8)             
Demonstration (Principle, working, construction) of Laminar Air Flow
1
      9)             
Study of UV absorption spectra of macromolecules (protein and nucleic acid) & determination of Purity
1
  10)             
Separation of Amino Acids by Paper Electrophoresis
1
  11)             
Separation of Small & Large Biomolecules by Dialysis technique
1
References:
1. Practical Biochemistry - J. Jayaraman
2. Practical Biochemistry - David Plummer























Practical-III
Laboratory Exercises in Plant Science & Animal Science

Practicals in Plant Science :-

Sr. No.
Name of the Practical
Practicals
      1)             
Study of algae (Nostoc, Sargassum)
1
      2)             
Study of bryophyte (Riccia / Anthoceros)
1
      3)             
Study of Pteridophyte (Selaginella)
1
      4)             
Study of gymnosperms (Pinus)
1
      5)             
Study of Angiosperms (Sunflower,Maize)
1
      6)             
Plant anatomy – Dicot and monocot root, stem, leaf
2
      7)             
Study of apical meristem (Stem and root)
1
      8)             
Study of typical flower
1
      9)             
Study of types of inflorescence
1
  10)             
Study of fruit types as per theory
1
  11)             
Study of morphology of seed (Monocot & dicot)
1
  12)             
Breaking of seed dormancy
1
References:
1. Vikas Handbook of Botany - Shrivastava K. C., B.S. Dattatray, A. B. Raizada (1977)




















Practicals in Animal Science :-

Sr. No.
Name of the Practical
Practicals
      1)             
Classification and Identification of Non-chordates &
Chordates. (One animal each).
Non- chordates- Sycon, Hydra, Liver fluke/ Earthwarm / Nereis,
Cockroach, Pearl oister/Pila, Starfish.
Chordates- Lebeo, Frog, Cobra, Alligator, Fowl and Rat.
2
      2)             
Earthworm Dissection (Digestive system, Nervous system)
2
      3)             
Study of Plasmodium, Ascaris, Liver Fluke, Taenia- Salium
2
      4)             
Blood slide Preparation and Identification of Blood cells.
2
      5)             
Blood cell count
i) Differential count of W. B. Cs.
ii) Total count of W. B. Cs and R. B. Cs.
2
      6)             
Preparation of Haemin Crystals
1
      7)             
Study of Bone Marrow cells
1
      8)             
Histology of Skin, Tooth, Liver, Kidney, Uterus.
2
      9)             
Demonstration of –
ii) Bee Keeping- Study of Instruments
iii) Sericulture - Study of different Stages.
2
  10)             
Study Tour-Visit to Sericulture/Apiculture/Vermicomposting unit)
2
References:
1. Practical Zoology by Lal.


















Practical-IV
Methods in Mathematics, Statistics & Computer Applications in Biotechnology

Practicals in Mathematics, Statistics & Computer Applications:-

Sr. No.
Name of the Practical
Practicals
Practicals in Mathematics

      1)             
1. Applications of differential equation
i) Growth & decay,     ii) Newton’s law of cooling
2
      2)             
Eigen values & Eigen vectors
2
      3)             
Complex numbers: Geometrical representation of complex numbers
(Argand’s diagram ) Graphical representation of Z ,Z1+Z2 ,Z1 − Z2 ,Z1 . Z2 , Z1/ Z2
[Z-a ] = b
2
Practicals in Statistics

      1)             
Frequency distribution – Graphical, Histogram, ogive curve [less &
greater than].
2
      2)             
Measures of central tendency (Grouped and ungrouped) A. M., Median, Mode.
2
      3)             
Measures of Dispersion – Range, s. d., C. V. combined s. d.
2
      4)             
Correlation, Regression. Scattered diagram, Karl
Pearson’s correlation coefficient, eqn of Regression line.
2
      5)             
Testing of Hypothesis:
Large sample test: Normal, proportion.
Small sample test.: x2, t, f.
2
Practicals in Computer Applications

                  1)             
Study of commands of word.
1
                  2)             
Creation of worksheet with graphs
1
                  3)             
Power Point presentation.
2
                  4)             
Write program to convert temperature in Celsius into Fahrenheit.
2
                  5)             
Write program to find area of circle
1
                  6)             
Write program to find given number is even or odd.
1
                  7)             
Write program to display Fibonacci series
1
                  8)             
Write program to find class from given marks of subject.
1
                  9)             
Write program to print sum of 1 to n numbers
1
              10)             
Write program to display number, square & cube upto given number.
1
              11)             
Write program to sort elements of array
1
              12)             
Write program for addition of two matrix
1
              13)             
Introduction to biological database
1

































List of minimum equipment’s-for Biotechnology 
1) Hot air oven - 1
2) Incubator - 1
3) Autoclave - 1
4) Refrigerator - 1
5) Students  microscopes(oil immersion) - 10 nos. for one batch
6) Digital balance - 2
7) pH meter - 1
8) Centrifuge - 1
9) Colorimeter - 1
10) Distilled Water Plant - 1
11) Laminar air flow cabinet - 1
12) Colony counter - 1
13) Water bath - 1
14) Arrangements for gas supply and fitting of two burners per table.
15) One working table of 6’ x 2½’ for two students.
16) One separate sterilization room attach to the laboratory (10’ x 15’)
17) At least one wash basin for a group of five students
18) One separate instrument room attached to lab (10’ x 15’)
19) One laboratory for one batch including working tables (6’ x 2½’) per two students for
one batch
20) Store room (10’ x 15’)

Practical Examination
(A) The practical examination will be conducted on two consecutive days for three hours per day per batch of the practical examination.
(B) Each candidate must produce a certificate from the Head of the Department in her/hiscollege, stating that he/she has completed in a satisfactory manner the practical course onlines laid down from time to time by Academic Council on the recommendations ofBoard of Studies and that the journal has been properly maintained. Every candidatemust have recorded his/her observations in the laboratory journal and have written areport on each exercise performed. Every journal is to be checked and signedperiodically by a member of teaching staff and certified by the Head of the Departmentat the end of the year. Candidates must produce their journals at the time of practicalexaminations.

Note:- At least 90% Practical’s should be covered in practical examination.



Nature of Question Paper (Theory)

Instructions
  1. All the questions are compulsory.
  2. Figures to the right indicates full marks.
  3. Draw neat labeled diagram wherever necessary.

Time: 2 Hrs                                                                                                     Total Marks: 40

Q. 1. Rewrite the sentences by selecting correct alternative from the following.      (8 Marks)
i.
            a)                                 b)                                 c)                                 d)

As above i to viii.

Q. 2. Attempt any two.                                                                                                   (16 Marks)
i.
ii.
iii..

Q. 3. Attempt any four.                                                                                                 (16 Marks)
i.
ii.
iii..
iv.
v.
vi.

Scheme of marking (Theory)
Semester
Core Course
Marks
Evaluation
Standard of passing
I.
DSC - A
40
semester wise
35% (14 M)
II
DSC - B
40
semester wise
35% (14 M)

Scheme of marking (CIA - Continuous Internal Evaluation)

Semester
Core Course
Marks
Evaluation
Standard of passing
I.
DSC - A
10
semester wise
35% (4 M)
II
DSC - B
10
semester wise
35% (4 M)

Scheme of marking (practical)

Semester
Marks
Evaluation
Standard of passing
I & II
50
Annual
35% (18 M)

Note: For Semester I & II for both DSC-A & B, 9 subject theory papers of 30 Hrs. (36.5 Lectures)          Credit - 2
Practical Examination Annual having 4 Practical I to IV (each having 50 Marks)
For Continuous Internal Evaluation/Examination - 10 Marks
Mandatory :    1. Presenty                                     -    3 Marks
                        2. Any one of the following          -    7 Marks
                        Unit Test / Home Assignment/ Seminar


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