Department of Zoology

University of Jammu
Course Scheme of Syllabus
Bachelor of Zoology (General/Honors/Honors with Research)
(As per the Guidelines of National education Policy-2020)

SEMESTER-I

Marks
S Course Theory Practical Total
Course No. Course Title Credits
No Type Mid End Assessm marks
Exam
Semester Exam ent
Biomolecules &
physiology of
1. Major UMJZOT101 4(3T+1P) 15 60 10 15 100
life sustaining
systems
Basics of
2. Minor UMIZOT102 biochemistry & 4(3T+1P) 15 60 10 15 100
physiology-I

Biodiversity
threats &
3. MDC UMDZOT103 3 15 60 NA NA 75
conservation
strategies
Introduction to
4. SEC USEZOT104 clinical 2 5 40 NA 5 50
biochemistry

SEMESTER-II
Marks
S Course Theory Practical Total
Course No. Course Title Credits
No Type Mid End Assessme marks
Exam
Semester Exam nt
Basics in Cell
1. Major UMJZOT201 4(3T+1P) 15 60 10 15 100
Biology

2. Minor UMIZOT202 Cytology 4(3T+1P) 15 60 10 15 100

3. MDC UMDZOT203 Applied Zoology 3 15 60 NA NA 75

Medical
4. SEC USEZOT204 2 5 40 NA 5 50
Parasitology
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TITLE- BIOMOLECULES AND PHYSIOLOGY
COURSE CODE -UMJZOT101 2022-24

University of Jammu
Syllabi of Zoology for FYUP under CBCS as per NEP-2020

SEMESTER-I
(Examination to be held in December 2022, 2023, 2024)

Major Course
Course Code: UMJZOT101 Course Title: Biomolecules and Physiology of
life sustaining systems

Credits: 04{03(Theory) + 01(Practical)} Total no. of lectures: Theory: 45 hours

Practical: 30 hours
Maximum Marks: 100
Theory: 75
Practical/Tutorial: 25

Minor Course
Course Code: UMIZOT102 Course Title: Basics of Biochemistry and
Physiology-1

Credits: 04{03(Theory) + 01(Practical)} Total no. of lectures: Theory: 45 hours

Practical: 30 hours
Maximum Marks: 100
Theory: 75
Practical/Tutorial: 25

Multidisciplinary Course
Course Code: UMDZOT103 Course Title: Biodiversity threats and conservation
Strategies

Credits: 03 Total no. of lectures: Theory: 45 hours

Maximum Marks: 75
Theory: 75

Skill Enhancement Course

Course Code: USEZOT104 Course Title: Introduction to clinical biochemistry

Credits: 02 Total no. of lectures: Theory/Practical: 45 hours

(15 hours)/(30 hours)
Maximum Marks: 50
Theory/Practical: 50
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TITLE- BIOMOLECULES AND PHYSIOLOGY
COURSE CODE -UMJZOT101 2022-24

UNIVERSITY OF JAMMU
SYLLABI AND COURSE OF STUDY IN ZOOLOGY UNDER CBCS AS
PER NEP - 2020
(For the Examination to be held in Year Dec- 2022, 2023 & 2024)
(MAJOR COURSE)
UG SEMESTER-I

MAJOR CORE COURSE NO. : UMJZOT101

MAJOR CORE COURSE TITLE : BIOMOLECULES AND PHYSIOLOGY OF LIFE
SUSTAINING SYSTEMS
CREDITS : 04 {03 (Theory) +1 (Practical)}
MAXIMUM MARKSTHEORY : 75
I) External Theory (University Exam) : 60
II) Internal Assessment : 15
DURATION OF UNIVERSITY THEORY EXAM : 03 Hours
MAXIMUM MARKS PRACTICALS : 25
I) Continuous assessment : 10
II) Final Examination : 15

Objectives and Expected Learning Outcomes

The course provides an introduction to the structure of biomolecules and covers basic aspects of life
sustaining processes. After successfully completing this course, the students will be able to
understand about the importance and scope of biochemistry; to understand the structure and
biological significance of carbohydrates, amino acids, proteins, lipids and nucleic acids; to learn
biochemical tests for amino acids, carbohydrates, proteins and nucleic acids.
UNIT I: Structure and Function of Biomolecules (13 Hrs.)
1.1 Structure and Biological importance of Carbohydrates (Monosaccharides,
Disaccharides, Polysaccharides)
1.2 General Structure and Properties of Amino acids; Essential and Non- Essential Amino
acids
1.3 General characters and classification of Proteins
1.4 Classification and Functions of Lipids
1.5 Fatty acids: Saturated and Unsaturated
1.6 Enzymes: Nomenclature and Classification; Mechanism of Enzyme Action
UNIT 2: Physiology of Digestion (10 Hrs.)
2.1 Food and its components
2.2 Digestion
2.2.1 Mechanical Digestion of Food
2.2.2 Chemical digestion of Food
2.3 Absorption
2.3.1 Carbohydrates
2.3.2 Lipids
2.3.3 Proteins
UNIT 3: Respiration in Humans (10 Hrs.)
3.1 Respiration: External and internal
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COURSE CODE -UMJZOT101 2022-24
3.2 Mechanics of Pulmonary Ventilation
3.3 Respiratory Volumes and Capacities
3.4 Mechanism of Gaseous Exchange across respiratory membranes
3.5 Mechanism of Transport of Oxygen and Carbon dioxide in blood
UNIT 4: Blood, Human Heart and Renal Physiology (12 Hrs.)
4.1 Components of Blood and its functions
4.2 Blood Groups: ABO, MN & Rh – factor
4.3 Detailed structure of Human Heart
4.4 Working of Human Heart: Cardiac Cycle and Heart Sounds
4.5 Structure of Kidney and its functional unit (Nephron).
4.6 Mechanism of Urine Formation (Uropoiesis)
Practicum (30 Hrs.)
1. Qualitative tests to identify functional groups of carbohydrates in given solution
(Glucose,Fructose, Sucrose, Lactose)
2. Simple lab tests for detection of Carbohydrates.
3. Simple lab tests for detection of Proteins.
4. Simple lab tests for detection of Fats.
5. Quantification of protein in a sample by Lowry’s method.
6. Histological studies of Mammalian Duodenum, Liver, Pancreas, Lung, Blood and
Kidneyfrom permanent slides.
7. Study of activity of salivary amylase under optimum conditions.
8. Examination of Human Blood groups.
9. To prepare Haemin crystals using Human blood.
10. Prepare and examine blood smear to study Erythrocytes and Leucocytes.
NOTE FOR PAPER SETTING
Examination Syllabus to be Time allotted for Marks
Theory/Practical covered in Exam
Examination
Internal 50% 1 Hr & 30 Minutes 15
Theory
Assessment
External 100% 3 Hrs 60
Theory End
Semester
Continuous - - 10
assessment (Based on Daily
Performance only)
Final - - 15
Examination

External End Semester Theory Examination will have two sections (A & B) {Total marks 60}
Section A : Four short answer questions representing all units/syllabi i.e., one question from each
unit. Each question shall be of 3 marks.
Section B: Eight long answer questions (Four to be attempted) representing whole of the syllabi
i.e., two questions from each unit. Each question shall be of 12 marks.
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TITLE- BIOMOLECULES AND PHYSIOLOGY
COURSE CODE -UMJZOT101 2022-24
Internal Assessment {Total marks 15}
Fifteen (15) marks for theory paper in a subject reserved for internal assessment shall have one long
answer type question of 7 marks and four short answer type questions of 2 marks each.

Recommended Readings
1. Nelson, D.L. & Cox, M.M. (2017). Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry (7th edition) Worth.
2. Berg, J.M.; Tymoczko, J.L. and Stryer, L. (2012). Biochemistry (7th edition) Freeman.
3. Zubay, G. (2017). Biochemistry (4th edition) McGraw-Hill.
4. Balwan, W.K & Saba N (2018). The DBS Handbook of Biochemistry.
5. Conn, E.E.; Stumpf, P.K.; Bruening, G. and Doi, R.H. (2006) Principles of Biochemistry (5th edition)
Wiley.
6. Singh H.R. Animal Physiology and Biochemistry.
7. Vander, A.; Sherman, J. and Luciano, D.(2003) Human Physiology (9th edition).
8. Guyton, A.C. et al. (2008) Textbook of Medical Physiology (12th edition) W.B. Saunders Co.
9. Wahied K. B. (2017). Animal Physiology and Biochemistry, Paradise press, New Delhi.
10. Withers, P.C. et al. (1992) Comparative Animal Physiology (1st edition) Brooks Cole.
11. Tortora G.J and Derrickson B.H (2009) Principles of Anatomy and Physiology (XII Edition), John
Wiley &Sons, Inc.
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TITLE-BIOCHEMISTRY & PHYSIOLOGY-I
COURSE CODE - UMIZOT102
2022-24

UNIVERSITY OF JAMMU
SYLLABI AND COURSE OF STUDY IN ZOOLOGY UNDER CBCS AS PER
NEP - 2020
(For the Examination to be held in Year Dec- 2022, 2023 & 2024)
(MINOR COURSE)
UG SEMESTER-I

MINOR CORE COURSE NO. : UMIZOT102

MINOR CORE COURSE TITLE : BASICS OF BIOCHEMISTRY & PHYSIOLOGY-I
CREDITS : 04 {03 (Theory) + 01(Practicals)}
MAXIMUM MARKS THEORY : 75
I) External Theory (University Exam) : 60
II) Internal Assessment : 15
DURATION OF UNIVERSITY THEORY EXAM : 03 Hours
MAXIMUM MARKS PRACTICALS : 25
I) Continuous assessment : 10
II) Final Examination : 15

Objectives and Expected Learning Outcomes

The course provides an introduction to the structure of biomolecules and covers basic aspects of life
sustaining processes. After successfully completing this course, the students will be able to
understand about the importance and scope of biochemistry; to understand the structure and
biological significance of carbohydrates, amino acids, proteins, lipids and nucleic acids; to learn
biochemical tests for amino acids, carbohydrates, proteins and nucleic acids.
UNIT I: Structure and Function of Biomolecules (13 Hrs.)
1.1 Structure and Biological importance of Carbohydrates (Monosaccharides,
Disaccharides, Polysaccharides)
1.2 General Structure and Properties of Amino acids; Essential and Non- Essential Amino
acids
1.3 General characters and classification of Proteins
1.4 Classification and Functions of Lipids
1.5 Fatty acids: Saturated and Unsaturated
1.6 Enzymes: Nomenclature and Classification; Mechanism of Enzyme Action
UNIT 2: Physiology of Digestion (10 Hrs.)
2.1 Food and its components
2.2 Digestion
2.2.1 Mechanical Digestion of Food
2.2.2 Chemical digestion of Food
2.3 Absorption
2.3.1 Carbohydrates
2.3.2 Lipids
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2.3.3 Proteins
UNIT 3: Respiration in Humans (10 Hrs.)
3.1 Respiration: External and internal
3.2 Mechanics of Pulmonary Ventilation
3.3 Respiratory Volumes and Capacities
3.4 Mechanism of Gaseous Exchange across respiratory membranes
3.5 Mechanism of Transport of Oxygen and Carbon dioxide in blood

UNIT 4: Blood, Human Heart and Renal Physiology (12 Hrs.)

4.1Components of Blood and its functions
4.2 Blood Groups: ABO, MN & Rh – factor
4.3 Detailed structure of Human Heart
4.4 Working of Human Heart: Cardiac Cycle and Heart Sounds
4.5 Structure of Kidney and its functional unit (Nephron).
4.6 Mechanism of Urine Formation (Uropoiesis)
Practicum (30 Hrs.)
1. Qualitative tests to identify functional groups of carbohydrates in given solution
(Glucose,Fructose, Sucrose, Lactose)
2. Simple lab tests for detection of Carbohydrates.
3. Simple lab tests for detection of Proteins.
4. Simple lab tests for detection of Fats.
5. Quantification of protein in a sample by Lowry’s method.
6. Histological studies of Mammalian Duodenum, Liver, Pancreas, Lung, Blood and
Kidneyfrom permanent slides.
7. Study of activity of salivary amylase under optimum conditions.
8. Examination of Human Blood groups.
9. To prepare Haemin crystals using Human blood.
10. Prepare and examine blood smear to study Erythrocytes and Leucocytes.
NOTE FOR PAPER SETTING
Examination Syllabus to be Time allotted for Marks
Theory/Practical covered in Exam
Examination
Internal Theory 50% 1 Hr and 30 Minutes 15
Assessment
External Theory 100% 3 Hrs. 60
End
Semester
Continuous - - 10
assessment (Based on Daily
Performance
only)
Final Examination - - 15
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TITLE-BIOCHEMISTRY & PHYSIOLOGY-I
COURSE CODE - UMIZOT102
2022-24

External End Semester Theory Examination will have two sections (A & B) {Total marks 60}
Section A : Four short answer questions representing all units/syllabi i.e., one question from each
unit. Each question shall be of 3 marks.
Section B: Eight long answer questions (Four to be attempted) representing whole of the syllabi
i.e., two questions from each unit. Each question shall be of 12 marks.
Internal Assessment {Total marks 15}
Fifteen (15) marks for theory paper in a subject reserved for internal assessment shall have one long
answer type question of 7 marks and four short answer type questions of 2 marks each.

Recommended Readings
1. Nelson, D.L. & Cox, M.M. (2017). Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry (7th edition) Worth.
2. Berg, J.M.; Tymoczko, J.L. and Stryer, L. (2012). Biochemistry (7th edition) Freeman.
3. Zubay, G. (2017). Biochemistry (4th edition) McGraw-Hill.
4. Balwan, W.K and Saba N (2018). DBS Handbook of Biochemistry. DBS Imprints, New Delhi.
5. Conn, E.E.; Stumpf, P.K.; Bruening, G. and Doi, R.H. (2006) Principles of Biochemistry (5th edition)
Wiley.
6. Singh H.R. Animal Physiology and Biochemistry.
7. Vander, A.; Sherman, J. and Luciano, D.(2003) Human Physiology (9th edition).
8. Guyton, A.C. et al. (2008) Textbook of Medical Physiology (12th edition) W.B. Saunders Co.
9. Wahied K. B. (2017). Animal Physiology and Biochemistry, Paradise press, New Delhi.
10. Murray, R.K., Granner D.K., Mayes, P.A., Rodwell V.W. (20009). Harper’s Illustrated Biochemistry
(XXVIII Edition) Large Medical Books/Mc-Grawhill
11. Withers, P.C. et al. (1992) Comparative Animal Physiology (1st edition) Brooks Cole.
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TITLE-BIODIVERSITY THREATS & CONSERVATION STRATEGIES
COURSE CODE -UMDZOT103 2022-24
UNIVERSITY OF JAMMU
SYLLABI AND COURSE OF STUDY IN ZOOLOGY UNDER CBCS AS
PER NEP - 2020
(For the Examination to be held in Year Dec- 2022, 2023 & 2024)
(MULTIDISCIPLINARY COURSE)
UG SEMESTER-I

MULTIDISCIPLINARY COURSE NO. : UMDZOT103

MULTIDISCIPLINARY COURSE TITLE : BIODIVERSITY THREATS & CONSERVATION
STRATEGIES
CREDITS : 03
MAXIMUM MARKS : 75
I) External (University Exam) : 60
II) Internal Assessment : 15
TIME DURATION : 03 Hours

Objectives and Expected Learning Outcomes

To acquaint the students with basic understanding of the biodiversity, its threats, conservation strategies
and management and planning of ecotourism opportunities. Upon successful completion of this course,
the student should be able to identify and manage for ecological impacts to soil, water, vegetation, and
wildlife resulting from recreation and tourism development.
Unit 1: Environment and Health (13 Hrs.)
1.1 Pollution: Introduction and its Types
1.2 Air Pollution
1.2.1 Effect of Quality of Air on Health
1.2.2 Emphysema: Symptoms, Prevention and Treatment
1.3 Water Pollution
1.3.1 Effect of Quality of Water on Health
1.3.2 Cholera & Diarrhoea: Symptoms, Prevention and Treatment
1.4 Global Warming: Causes and Consequences
1.5 Ozone Depletion: Causes and its impact on Human Health
Unit 2: Introduction to Biodiversity and Wild Life (10 Hrs. )
2.1 Concept of biodiversity and its levels
2.1.1 Alpha, beta and gamma diversity
2.2. Wildlife: Introduction & Its Values
2.3 Jammu & Kashmir as a rich resource of wild life
2.4 Wild life Depletion
2.4.1 Causes and Prevention of Depletion of Wildlife
Unit 3: Wild Life Conservation (10 Hrs. )
3.1Wildlife Conservation
3.1.1 Introduction to Wildlife Conservation
3.1.2 In situ and ex situ conservation.
3.1.3 Concept and types of Protected areas
3.1.4 Red Data Book
3.2 Human Wild conflict: Causes and control measures
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TITLE-BIODIVERSITY THREATS & CONSERVATION STRATEGIES
COURSE CODE -UMDZOT103 2022-24
Unit 4: Ecotourism (12 Hrs.)
4.1 Ecotourism: Definition and Types (Extreme & Mass Ecotourism)
4.2 Environmental, socio-cultural and economic impacts of ecotourism
4.3 Ecotourism Planning & Development
4.4 Role of Media in Tourism
4.5 Endemic animal species of Jammu & Kashmir
4.6 Wildlife protected areas as venues of ecotourism in J&K

NOTE FOR PAPER SETTING

Examination Syllabus to be Time allotted for Marks
Theory/Practical covered in Exam
Examination
Internal Theory 50% 1 Hr and 30 Minutes 15
Assessment
External Theory 100% 3 Hrs 60
End
Semester

External End Semester Theory Examination will have two sections (A & B) {Total marks 60}
Section A : Four short answer questions representing all units/syllabi i.e., one question from each
unit. Each question shall be of 3 marks.
Section B: Eight long answer questions (Four to be attempted) representing whole of the syllabi
i.e., two questions from each unit. Each question shall be of 12 marks.
Internal Assessment {Total marks 15}
Fifteen (15) marks for theory paper in a subject reserved for internal assessment shall have one long
answer type question of 7 marks and four short answer type questions of 2 marks each.

Recommended Readings
1. Environmental Chemistry by Sodhi
2. Principles of Environmental chemistry by Manhan
3. Environmental Hazards & Human health by R.B. Philip
4. Wildlife and Forest Conservation by Sinha, P.C. Anmol Publishing Pvt., New Delhi.
5. Wildlife management by Robert, G.H. W.H. Freeman and Co., San Francisco, U.S.A.
6. Biodiversity and its conservation in India by Negi, S.S. Indus Publishing Co., New Delhi.
7. Wild Life conservation and management by Reena Mathur
8. Text book of Wild Life Management by S. K. Singh
9. Wood, M. E. (2002). Ecotourism: Principles, Practices and Policies for Sustainability
10. Biodiversity and Conservation by W.K. Balwan & N Rasool, Book Enclave Publishers, Jaipur.
11. Principles of Ecology by Verma P.S and V.R. Agarwal (New Delhi S. Chand)
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TITLE- INTRODUCTION TO CLINICAL BIOCHEMISTRY
COURSE CODE- USEZOT104
2022-24

UNIVERSITY OF JAMMU
SYLLABI AND COURSE OF STUDY IN ZOOLOGY UNDER CBCS AS
PER NEP - 2020
(For the Examination to be held in Year Dec- 2022, 2023 & 2024)
(SKILL ENHANCEMENT COURSE)
UG SEMESTER-I

SKILL ENHANCEMENT COURSE NO. : USEZOT104

SKILL ENHANCEMENT COURSE TITLE : INTRODUCTION TO CLINICAL BIOCHEMISTRY
CREDITS : 02
MAXIMUM MARKS : 50
I) External (University Exam) : 40
II) Internal Assessment : 10
DURATION OF UNIVERSITY EXAM : 2 Hours and 30 Minutes

Objectives and Expected Learning Outcomes

To acquaint the students with basic understanding of the biological techniques, clinical pathology and
practical biochemistry. The course also gives an account of the health and disease surveillance, health
interventions, and implementation of disease prevention strategies. After completing this course the
learners will be able to increase their skill, attitudes and knowledge towards causes of diseases and
Understand about the importance and scope of biochemistry.

UNIT-I: Fundamentals of Biological Techniques (7 Hrs.)

1.1 Microscopy: Principle & Types (Simple, Compound, Phase contrast)
1.2 Ultracentrifugation: Principle & Types
1.3 Spectrophotometry: Principle & Types
1.4 Electrophoresis: Principle & Types (Agarose Gel electrophoresis & Polyacrylamide
Gel electrophoresis)
Unit-II: Basic Clinical Pathology (8 Hrs.)
2.1 Clinical Pathology: Definition and Scope
2.2 Common Metabolic Disorders: Diabetes, Hypertension, Obesity
2.3 Importance of CSF Examination
2.4 Renal Function Test
2.5 Liver Function Test
2.6 Urine Examination
2.7 Physiology of Blood
2.7.1 Clotting Factors
2.7.2 Haemostasis
Unit-III: Practical Biochemistry (30 Hrs.)
3.1 Solution/Strengths of Chemicals: Percentage, Normality, Molarity, Molality, Osmolarity,
ppm, ppb
3.2 Blood Glucose level by using Glucometer.
3.3 Recording of Blood Pressure and Pulse rate.
3.4 Differential staining of Human blood corpuscles using Leishman stain
3.5 Counting of WBC in blood using Hemocytometer
3.6 Counting of RBC in blood using Hemocytometer
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TITLE- INTRODUCTION TO CLINICAL BIOCHEMISTRY
COURSE CODE- USEZOT104
2022-24
3.7 Clotting time and its significance
3.8 Determination of Blood Group
3.9 Blood Sample Collection and Preservation

NOTE FOR PAPER SETTERS

Total Marks of the USEZOT-104 is 50 of which 20% marks shall be reserved for internal assessment
(10 marks). R e m a i n i n g 80% of the marks (40 marks) shall be reserved for external
examination to beconducted by the University/Colleges.
Internal Assessment Test (10 Marks)
Internal Assessment Paper of 10 Marks shall consist of Theory Question/s of 5 Marksfrom Unit I/II
and 5 Marks of Practical Exercise from Unit III.
External End semester University / College Examination
External Theory Exam shall be of 40 Marks and consist of 2 sections:
Section A: Four (4) short answer questions representing all Units/Syllabi i.e., atleast one question from each
unit. Each question shall be of 2.5 marks (All Compulsory)
Section B: Six (6) long answer questions (Three to be attempted) representing whole of the syllabi i.e., two
questions from each unit. Each question shall be of 10 marks

RECOMMENDED READINGS
1. Text book of Clinical Biochemistry by S.S. Haque.
2. Text Book of Biochemistry by Dr. Prasad R. Manjeshwar.
3. Clinical Pathology by Balwan W K and Balwan W K, Random Publications, New Delhi.
4. Practical Clinical Biochemistry by Rajni Chawla
5. Text Book of Clinical Biochemistry by Ramnik Sood
6. Animal Physiology & Biochemistry by W.K.Balwan, Paradise Publications New Delhi.
7. Clinical Biochemistry by Nanda Maheshwari.
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TITLE- INTRODUCTION TO CLINICAL BIOCHEMISTRY
COURSE CODE- USEZOT104
2022-24
 University of Jammu
Syllabi of Zoology for FYUP under CBCS as per NEP-2020

SEMESTER-II
(Examination to be held in May 2023, 2024, 2025)

Major Course
Course Code: UMJZOT201 Course Title: Basics in Cell biology

Credits: 04 {03(Theory) + 01(Practical)} Total no. of lectures: Theory: 45 hours

Practical: 30 hours
Maximum Marks: 100
Theory: 75
Practical/Tutorial: 25

Minor Course
Course Code: UMIZOT202 Course Title: Cytology

Credits: 04{03(Theory) + 01(Practical)} Total no. of lectures: Theory: 45 hours

Practical: 30 hours
Maximum Marks: 100
Theory: 75
Practical/Tutorial: 25

Multidisciplinary Course
Course Code: UMDZOT203 Course Title: Applied Zoology

Credits: 03 Total no. of lectures: Theory: 45 hours

Maximum Marks: 75
Theory: 75

Skill Enhancement Course

Course Code: USEZOT204 Course Title: Medical Parasitology

Credits: 02 Total no. of lectures: Theory/Practical: 45 hours

(15 hours)/(30 hours)
Maximum Marks: 50
Theory/Practical: 50
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TITLE- BASICS IN CELL BIOLOGY
COURSE CODE- UMJZOT201
2023-25
UNIVERSITY OF JAMMU
SYLLABI AND COURSE OF STUDY IN ZOOLOGY UNDER CBCS AS
PER NEP - 2020
(For the Examination to be held in Year May- 2023, 2024 & 2025)
(MAJOR COURSE)
UG SEMESTER-II

MAJOR CORE COURSE NO. : UMJZOT201

MAJOR CORE COURSE TITLE : BASICS IN CELL BIOLOGY
CREDITS : 04{03 (Theory) + 01 (Practical)}
MAXIMUM MARKS : 75
I) External (University Exam) : 60
II) Internal Assessment : 15
DURATION OF UNIVERSITY EXAM : 03 Hours
MAXIMUM MARKS PRACTICALS : 25
I) Continuous assessment : 10
II) Final examination : 15

Objectives and Expected Learning Outcomes

The course provides a detailed insight into basic concepts of cellular structure and function. It
also gives an account of the complex regulatory mechanisms that control cell function. Student at
the completion of course will be able to understand the functioning of cell and its organelles
and the intricate cellular mechanisms involved; to understand the basic principle of life, how a
cell divides leading to the growth of an organism and also reproduces to form a new organism.

UNIT I: Cell as Basic Unit of Life (12 Hrs.)

1.1 Cell Theory: Cell Shape, Size and Number
1.2 Cell Types: Eukaryotic and Prokaryotic; Similarities an d Differences
1.3 Eukaryotic Cell: Ultrastructure of Eukaryotic cell (Animal cell)
1.4 Prokaryotic Cell: Ultrastructure of Prokaryotic cell (Bacteria)
1.5 Plasma Membrane: Chemical composition and Structure (Fluid Mosaic Model)
1.6 Functions of Plasma Membrane
UNIT 2: Intracellular Compartments (13 Hrs.)
2.1 Structure, Chemical composition and Functions of following:
2.1.1 Mitochondria
2.1.2 Endoplasmic Reticulum
2.1.3 Golgi apparatus
2.1.4 Ribosomes
2.1.5 Centrioles and Basal bodies
2.1.6 Lysosomes
2.1.7 Cytoskeleton
2.2 Nucleus and Nucleolus
2.2.1 Nucleo-cytoplasmic interaction
2.2.2 Nucleus: Structure and Function
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COURSE CODE- UMJZOT201
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2.2.3 Nucleolus: Structure and Function
UNIT 3: Organization of Chromosomes (10 Hrs.)
3.1 Structure of chromatin: Heterochromatin and Euchromatin
3.2 Eukaryotic Chromosome
3.2.1 Composition and Morphology
3.3 Ultrastructure of Eukaryotic Chromosome
3.3.1 Nucleosome mo d el
3.3 .2 Solenoid model
UNIT 4: Cell division and Cell Cycle (10 Hrs.)
4.1 Cell Cycle: Definition and Control of Cell cycle
4.2 Cell division: Mitosis and its significance
4.2.1 Meiosis and its significance
4.2.2 Synaptonemal Complex: Structure and Functions
4.2.3 Comparison between Mitosis and Meiosis
Practicum (30 Hrs.)
1. Study of Principle and Working of Compound Microscope.
2. Study of Prokaryotic Cell with the help of Model/Chart/Photomicrograph.
3. Study of Eukaryotic Cell with the help of Model/Chart/Photomicrograph.
4. Study of Mitochondria with the help of Model/Chart/Photomicrograph.
5. Study of Golgi apparatus with the help of Model/Chart/Photomicrograph.
6. Study of Nucleus with the help of Model/Chart/Photomicrograph.
7. Study of Mitosis with the help of Permanent slide/ Model/Chart/Photomicrograph
8. Study of Meiosis with the help of Permanent slide/ Model/Chart/Photomicrograph.
9. To make temporary slides of Mitotic division in Onion Root Tip.
10. To make a temporary mount of Lactobacillus with Gram Staining.

NOTE FOR PAPER SETTING

Examination Syllabus to be Time allotted for Marks
Theory/Practical covered in Exam
Examination
Internal Theory 50% 1 Hr and 30 Min 15
Assessment
External Theory 100% 3 Hrs 60
End
Semester
Continuous - - 10
assessment (Based on Daily
Performance
only)
Final examination - - 15
 SEMESTER-II
TITLE- BASICS IN CELL BIOLOGY
COURSE CODE- UMJZOT201
2023-25
External End Semester Theory Examination will have two sections (A & B) {Total marks 60}
Section A : Four short answer questions representing all units/syllabi i.e., one question from each
unit. Each question shall be of 3 marks.

Section B: Eight long answer questions (Four to be attempted) representing whole of the syllabi
i.e., two questions from each unit. Each question shall be of 12 marks.
Internal Assessment {Total marks 15}
Fifteen (15) marks for theory paper in a subject reserved for internal assessment shall have one long
answer type question of 7 marks and four short answer type questions of 2 marks each.

Recommended Readings
1. Cell Biology by C.B. Powar.
2. Fundamental concepts of Cell Biology by K.G. Purohit
3. Cell Biology and Molecular Biology by P.C. Vasishta and P.S.Gill
4. Animal Cytology and Evolution by M.J.D. White.
5. Cytogenetics by N Saba and W K Balwan, Random Publications, New Delhi.
6. Cell Biology and Genetics by PK Gupta.
7. Cell and Molecular Biology by De Robertis E.D.P.
 SEMESTER- II
TITLE-CYTOLOGY
COURSE CODE- UMIZOT202
2023-25
UNIVERSITY OF JAMMU
SYLLABI AND COURSE OF STUDY IN ZOOLOGY UNDER CBCS AS
PER NEP - 2020
(For the Examination to be held in Year May- 2023, 2024 & 2025)
(MINOR COURSE)
UG SEMESTER-II

MINOR CORE COURSE NO. : UMIZOT202

MINOR CORE COURSE TITLE : CYTOLOGY
CREDITS : 04 {03 (Theory) + 01 (Practical)}
MAXIMUM MARKS : 75
I) External (University Exam) : 60
II) Internal Assessment : 15
DURATION OF UNIVERSITY EXAM : 03 Hours
MAXIMUM MARKSPRACTICALS : 25
I) Continuous assessment : 10
II) Final examination : 15

Objectives and Expected Learning Outcomes

The course provides a detailed insight into basic concepts of cellular structure and function. It
also gives an account of the complex regulatory mechanisms that control cell function. Student at
the completion of course will be able to understand the functioning of cell and its organelles
and the intricate cellular mechanisms involved; to understand the basic principle of life, how a
cell divides leading to the growth of an organism and also reproduces to form a new organism.

UNIT I: Cell as Basic Unit of Life (12 Hrs.)

1.1 Cell Theory: Cell Shape, Size and Number
1.2 Cell Types: Eukaryotic and Prokaryotic; Similarities and Differences
1.3 Eukaryotic Cell: Ultrastructure of Eukaryotic cell (Animal cell)
1.4 Prokaryotic Cell: Ultrastructure of Prokaryotic cell (Bacteria)
1.5 Plasma Membrane: Chemical composition and Structure (Fluid Mosaic Model)
1.6 Functions of Plasma Membrane
UNIT 2: Intracellular Compartments (13 Hrs.)
2.1 Structure, Chemical composition and Functions of following:
2.1.1 Mitochondria
2.1.2 Endoplasmic Reticulum
2.1.3 Golgi apparatus
2.1.4 Ribosomes
2.1.5 Centrioles and Basal bodies
2.1.6 Lysosomes
2.1.7 Cytoskeleton
2.3 Nucleus and Nucleolus
2.2.1 Nucleo-cytoplasmic interaction
2.2.2 Nucleus: Structure and Function
 SEMESTER- II
TITLE-CYTOLOGY
COURSE CODE- UMIZOT202
2023-25

2.2.3 Nucleolus: Structure and Function

UNIT 3: Organization of Chromosomes (10 Hrs.)
3.1Structure of chromatin: Heterochromatin and Euchromatin
3.2Eukaryotic Chromosome
3.2.1Composition and Morphology
3.3 Ultrastructure of Eukaryotic Chromosome
3.3.1 Nucleosome mo d el
3.3 .2 Solenoid model
UNIT 4: Cell division and Cell Cycle (10 Hrs.)
4.1 Cell Cycle: Definition and Control of Cell cycle
4.2 Cell division: Mitosis and its significance
4.2.1 Meiosis and its significance
4.2.2 Synaptonemal Complex: Structure and Functions
4.2.3 Comparison between Mitosis and Meiosis

Practicum (30 Hrs.)

1. Study of Principle and Working of Compound Microscope.
2. Study of Prokaryotic Cell with the help of Model/Chart/Photomicrograph.
3. Study of Eukaryotic Cell with the help of Model/Chart/Photomicrograph.
4. Study of Mitochondria with the help of Model/Chart/Photomicrograph.
5. Study of Golgi apparatus with the help of Model/Chart/Photomicrograph.
6. Study of Nucleus with the help of Model/Chart/Photomicrograph.
7. Study of Mitosis with the help of Permanent slide/ Model/Chart/Photomicrograph
8. Study of Meiosis with the help of Permanent slide/ Model/Chart/Photomicrograph.
9. To make temporary slides of Mitotic division in Onion Root Tip.
10. To make a temporary mount of Lactobacillus with Gram Staining.

NOTE FOR PAPER SETTING

Examination Syllabus to be Time allotted for Marks
Theory/Practical covered in Exam
Examination
Internal Theory 50% 1 Hr and 30 Min 15
Assessment
External Theory 100% 3 Hrs 60
End
Semester
Continuous - - 10
assessment (Based on Daily
Performance
only)
Final examination - - 15
 SEMESTER- II
TITLE-CYTOLOGY
COURSE CODE- UMIZOT202
2023-25

External End Semester Theory Examination will have two sections (A & B) {Total marks 60}
Section A : Four short answer questions representing all units/syllabi i.e., one question from each
unit. Each question shall be of 3 marks.
Section B: Eight long answer questions (Four to be attempted) representing whole of the syllabi
i.e., two questions from each unit. Each question shall be of 12 marks.
Internal Assessment {Total marks 15}
Fifteen (15) marks for theory paper in a subject reserved for internal assessment shall have one long
answer type question of 7 marks and four short answer type questions of 2 marks each.

Recommended Readings
1. Fundamental concepts of Cell Biology by K.G.Purohit
2. Cell Biology and Molecular Biology by P.C.Vasishta and P.S.Gill
3. Animal Cytology and Evolution by M.J.D.White
4. Cytogenetics by N Saba and W K Balwan, Random Publications, New Delhi
5. Cell Biology and Genetics by P K Gupta
6. Cell and Molecular Biology by De Robertis E.D.P.
7. Cell Biology by V.B. Rastogi
8. Molecular Cell Biology by W K. Balwan and N. Saba, Alpha Publications, New Delhi.
9. Cell biology by C.B. Powar.
 SEMESTER-II
TITLE-APPLIED ZOOLOGY
COURSE CODE- USEZOT203 2023-25
UNIVERSITY OF JAMMU
SYLLABI AND COURSE OF STUDY IN ZOOLOGY UNDER CBCS AS
PER NEP - 2020
(For the Examination to be held in Year May- 2023, 2024 & 2025)
(MULTIDISCIPLINARY COURSE)
UG SEMESTER-II

MULTIDISCIPLINARY COURSE NO. : UMDZOT203

MULTIDISCIPLINARY COURSE TITLE : APPLIED ZOOLOGY
CREDITS : 03
MAXIMUM MARKS : 75
I) External (University Exam) : 60
II) Internal Assessment : 15
TIME DURATION : 03 Hours

Objectives and Expected Learning Outcomes

To acquaint the students with basic understanding of the Epidemiology, Economic
Zoology & Parasitology. Upon successful completion of this course, the student
should be able to have some knowledge of epidemiology of common infectious
diseases, management of poultry & Cattle breeds and about the immunity.
Unit 1: Epidemiology (12 Hrs.)
1.1 Epidemiology: Definition, Scope and Applications.
1.2 Communicable Diseases: Cause, Mode of transmission, Symptoms,Prevention and
Treatment of :
1.2.1 Tuberculosis
1.2.2 AIDS
1.2.3 Covid-19
1.3 Non-communicable Diseases: Cause, Mode of transmission, Symptoms,Prevention
and Treatment of
1.3.1 Hypertension
1.3.2 Cancer
1.3.3 Diabetes
Unit 2: Economic Zoology (13 Hrs. )
2.1 Apiculture
2.1.1 Apiculture: Definition, Status and Scope
2.1.2 Products of Apiculture and their uses
2.1.3 Life Cycle of Honey bee
2.2 Sericulture
2.2.1 Sericulture; Definition, Status and Scope
2.1.4 Life cycle of Silkworm
2.2.3 Silk: Types & Uses
 SEMESTER-II
TITLE-APPLIED ZOOLOGY
COURSE CODE- USEZOT203 2023-25
Unit 3: Dairy and Poultry Farming (10 Hrs. )
3.1 Introduction to Dairy
3.2 Cattle Breeds: Characters of Red Sindhi, Sahiwal & Jersey
3.3 Introduction to Poultry farming
3.4 Poultry Breeds: Characters of Rhode Island Red, White Leghorn &Black
Minorca
Unit 4: Parasitology (10 Hrs.)
4.1 Immunity: Definition & its types.
4.2 Concept and Types of Symbiotic Relationships
4.3 Parasite, Vectors and Hosts
4.3.1 Parasites: Definition and Types
4.3.2 Vectors: Definition and Types
4.3.3 Vector borne Diseases: Dengue and Malaria
4.3.4 Host: Definition and Types

NOTE FOR PAPER SETTING

Examination Syllabus to be Time allotted for Marks
Theory/Practical covered in Exam
Examination
Internal Theory 50% 1 Hr and 30 Min 15
Assessment
External Theory 100% 3 Hrs 60
End
Semester
External End Semester Theory Examination will have two sections (A & B) {Total marks 60}
Section A : Four short answer questions representing all units/syllabi i.e., one question from each
unit. Each question shall be of 3 marks.
Section B: Eight long answer questions (Four to be attempted) representing whole of the syllabi
i.e., two questions from each unit. Each question shall be of 12 marks.
Internal Assessment {Total marks 15}
Fifteen (15) marks for theory paper in a subject reserved for internal assessment shall have one long
answer type question of 7 marks and four short answer type questions of 2 marks each.

Recommended Readings
1. Book of Bee Keeping by Sharma P.L. and Singh, S.H.
2. Prospective in Indian Apiculture by R.C. Mishra.
3. Rearing queen bees in India by M.C. Suryanarayana et. al.
4. Bee Keeping in India by G. K. Ghosh.
5. Applied Zoology by W.K. Balwan and A.K. Verma
6. Poultry by Banerjee, G C ( 1982), Oxford and IBM Publication
7. DBS Handbook of Poultry Management by W.K. Balwan and A.K.Verma.
8. Economic Zoology by Shukla and Upadhyay.
9. Education of Communicable and Non-Communicable Diseases S.L. Goel Published
by Deep & Deep Publications Pvt. Ltd., 2009
10. Apiculture & Sericulture by W.K.Balwan, 2021.
11. Entomology and Pest Management by Pedigo L P. Prentice Hall Publication
 SEMESTER-II
TITLE-MEDICAL PARASITOLOGY
COURSE CODE- USEZOT204 2023-25
UNIVERSITY OF JAMMU
SYLLABI AND COURSE OF STUDY IN ZOOLOGY UNDER CBCS AS
PER NEP - 2020
(For the Examination to be held in Year May- 2023, 2024 & 2025)
(SKILL ENHANCEMENT COURSE)
UG SEMESTER-II

SKILL ENHANCEMENT COURSE NO. : USEZOT204

SKILL ENHANCEMENT COURSE TITLE : MEDICAL P ARA SI TOLOGY
CREDIT : 02
MAXIMUM MARKS : 50
I) External (University Exam) : 40
II) Internal Assessment : 10
DURATION OF UNIVERSITY EXAM : 02 Hours and 30 Minutes

Objectives and Expected Learning Outcomes

To introduce general parasitology and impart advanced knowledge on parasitological
research methods. After completing this course the learners will be able to develop and
implement public health interventions, to engage with health systems and public health
initiatives and to increase their skill, attitudes and knowledge towards causes of diseases.

UNIT-I: General Parasitology (7 Hrs.)

1.1 Parasitology: Definition, History and Scope
1.2 Parasitism and Parasitoids
1.3 Present Status of Parasitic Diseases in India with special reference to
Jammu &Kashmir
1.4 Emerging and Re-emerging infectious Diseases
1.4.1 Covid-19
1.4.2 Dengue
1.4.3 Enteric Fever
Unit-II: Public Health Concerns (8 Hrs.)
2.1 Public Health: Definition, Scope & Functions
2.2 Dimension & Determinants of Health
2.3 Public Health problems and issues
2.4 Health programs in India for AIDS, Leprosy, Tuberculosis, Malaria, Visceral
Leishmaniasis and Filariasis
2.5 Antibiotic Resistance
Unit-III: Diagnostic Parasitology (30 Hrs.)
3.1 Sampling Techniques
3.1.1 Blood
3.1.2 Stool
3.1.3 Urine
3.1.4 Sputum
3.1.5 Swabs
 SEMESTER-II
TITLE-MEDICAL PARASITOLOGY
COURSE CODE- USEZOT204 2023-25
3.2 Study of Parasites through Permanent Prepared Slide/Charts: Plasmodium, Entamoeba,
Leishmania, Schistosoma, Ascaris, Enterobius, Fasciola, Taenia solium or any other
available parasite.
3.3 Field survey on Common communicable diseases of respective areas.
3.4 Field survey on status of important vectors and reservoirs.
3.5 General methods of microscopic preparations (killing, fixing, washing, dehydration,
staining, destaining, mounting) of any vertebrate parasite available.

NOTE FOR PAPER SETTERS

Total Marks of the USEZOT-204 is 50 of which 20% marks shall be reserved for internal
assessment (10 marks). Remaining 80% of the marks (40 marks) shall be reserved for
external examination to beconducted by the University/Colleges.
Internal Assessment Test (10 Marks)
Internal Assessment Paper of 10 Marks shall consist of Theory Question/s of 5 Marks
from Unit I/II and 5 Marks of Practical Exercise from Unit III.
External End semester University / College Examination
External Theory Exam shall be of 40 Marks and consist of 2 sections:
Section A: Four (4) short answer questions representing all Units/Syllabi i.e., atleast one question
from each unit. Each question shall be of 2.5 marks (All Compulsory)
Section B: Six (6) long answer questions (Three to be attempted) representing whole of the syllabi
i.e., two questions from each unit. Each question shall be of 10 marks

SUGGESTED READINGS
1. Medical Parasitology by C P Baveja and V Baveja, Arya Publishing Company.
2. Parasitology (Protozoology & Helminthology) by K.D Chatterjee.
3. Medical Parasitology by D. R. Arora and Brij Bala Arora.
4. Applied Zoology by W.K. Balwan and A.K. Verma.
5. Medical Microbiology & Parasitology By B.S. Nagoba and Asha Pichare, Elsevier.
6. Parasitology by S C Chatterjee.