About the Department: Department of Zoology of S.B.M.S. College was started in August, 1989 by introducing the subject in Higher Secondary level. In the Graduate level the subject was introduced as pass course in three-year Degree Course in August, 1996. The Major course in Zoology in three-year Degree Course was introduced in 2000. The department received Govt. concurrence for degree course in August. 2001.
Aims & Objective:
(a) To spread information and experiences of Zoology as a subject in the locality
(b) To acquaint the student community with Zoology
(c) To create awareness
(d) To encourage the learners
(e) To promote higher study in the field
(f) To acquaint student with research and project works
Vision: The department has ambitious plans to explore the biodiversity of water-body and forest areas of greater Sualkuchi through different project which has ample scope for researchers as well as student for formulating research program for higher studies. The department has plan to hold seminars, workshop etc. related to the exploration of the resources of this locality.
Facility:
(a) Well equipped class room
(b) Well equipped laboratory for practical
Courses Offered
1. Two Years H.S Course
2. Three Years Under Graduate Level Course
i. Major
ii. General / Subsidiary
Intake Capacity
Mrs. BANDANA DEKA
Qualification: M.Sc. ,B.Ed.
Specialization: ENTOMOLOGY & ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY
Position Held: HEAD OF THE DEPARTMENT
Contact No.: +91 8638939284
Email Id.: [email protected]
Dr. SIKHA RANI KALITA
Qualification: M.Sc. ,B.Ed. ,Ph.D.
Specialization: ENTOMOLOGY
Position Held: ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
Contact No.: +91 9864352266
Email Id.: [email protected]
Dr. KAKALI TALUKDAR
Qualification: M.Sc. ,B.Ed. ,Ph.D.
Specialization: CELL & MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
Position Held: ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
Contact No.: +91 9101418257
Email Id.: [email protected]
SANKAR DAS
DESIGNATION:LAB BEARAR ZOOLOGY
QUALFICATION: B.SC
PHONE:9508769596
EMAIL:[email protected]
Programme Outcomes, Programme Specific Outcomes & Course Outcomes
The B.Sc. Zoology programme is designed as per Gauhati University Syllabus:
| Sl. No. | Programme | Description |
| 1. |
Programme Outcomes |
· To inform basic knowledge of various branches of Zoology and General biology for a graduate and for higher studies. |
| 2. | · To make them understand the unity of life with the rich diversity of organisms and their ecological significances. | |
| 3. | · To impart awareness for the methods of conservation of nature and natural resources of the biosphere. | |
| 4. | · To give a brief idea on identification of different types of animals. | |
| 5. | · To let them get knowledge about the living cell with its structure. | |
| 6. | · To carry out research on any organisms in a scientific way. | |
| 7. | · To identify social and economically benefit animals & it’s positive relationship to humans. | |
| 8 |
Programme Specific Outcomes |
· Understanding the relationship of animals and plants |
| 9 | · Gaining knowledge on physiology, biochemistry, tissue culture, living cell, organelles etc. through laboratory experiments | |
| 10 | · Realising the effect of different parameters of air, water and soil for sustainable future | |
| 11 | · Gaining research knowledge by doing projects in a scientific way | |
| 12 | · Realising the use of different instruments in estimating biological parameters | |
| 13 | · Understanding the nature | |
| 14 | · Gaining knowledge on biological data analysis using bioinformatics and biostatistics | |
| 15 |
Course outcomes |
· To collect, preserve and identify different types of vertebrates as well as invertebrate with their classification and characteristics |
| 16 | · To describe comparative anatomy and histology in different groups of vertebrates | |
| 17 | · To give a brief description of the structure of cells and cell organelles | |
| 18 | · To explain the physiological and biochemical activities of human bodies. | |
| 19 | · To understand the importance of genetics and biotechnology towards human welfare | |
| 20 | · To acquire knowledge on biological significance of carbohydrates, proteins and lipids to human health | |
| 21 | · To give ideas on different types of biological tools and techniques | |
| 22 | · To explain human evolutionary process | |
| 23 | · To analyse biological data through biostatistics | |
| 24 | · To understand the importance of biotechnology in day-to-day life | |
| 25. | · To make aware of the impact of pests on agriculture and their management | |
| 26. | · To practice sericulture, apiculture, aquaculture and lac culture in a scientific way | |
| 27. | · To explain the role and impact of environment on animal kingdom | |
| 28. | · To make alert of various risk factors to human’s health | |
| 29. | · To obtain knowledge in wildlife and wildlife tourism | |
| 30. | · To aware about man-made pollutants and its management | |
| 31. | · To know the importance of computer application in biology | |