Department of Zoology
The department
of zoology was established in year 1959 -1960. The pioneers and pillars of the
department are
1)
Late Dr. S. S. Patwardhan: An eminent Researcher,
curator and author of Prawn Memoir.
2) Dr. C. B. Powar: Expert in the field of
Genetics, Biochemistry, Cytology, Biotechnology. He is the
author of more than 25 books.
3) Dr. P. N.Dixit: Researcher in
Entomology.
4) Dr. J.D.Sahasrabuddhe: Eminent Researcher in
Biochemistry, and Reproductive Physiology. Expert in Herpetology. He is the
author of a number of books.
5) Dr. (Mrs.) P.J. Sahasrabuddhe: Eminent Researcher
in Biochemistry and Reproductive Physiology.
Presently the Department is headed by Mrs.V.P.Pradhan,
who is actively busy in Research in Environmental Science.
The primary objective of the department is to impart basic and recent knowledge
of the subject. It also focuses on preparing the students to meet new challenges
and create awareness of recent trends in the fields of Genetics, Bioinformatics
etc.
Regular Teaching Staff:
The
Department has Two full time qualified teachers in Degree College and five in
Junior College.
Degree
College Staff:
|
Name |
Qualification |
Designation |
Specialization |
Experience |
|
Mrs
V.P.Pradhan |
M.Sc.,
M Phil |
HOD
/ Lecturer |
MRP |
U.G
17 years
P.G 5 years |
|
Mr.
A.V.Bhagade |
M.Sc.
, (NET) |
Lecturer |
Ichthyology |
U.G
5 years
P.G. 2 years |
Junior College
Staff :
|
Name |
Qualification |
Designation |
Specialization |
Experience |
|
Mrs.S.Sur |
M.Sc,
B. Ed |
J.C
Teacher |
Ichthyology |
23
years |
|
Dr.
Ms.P.Acharya |
M.Sc
B. Ed., Ph.D, MCJ, M. A.
(Public Admn.),
Diploma in German
language |
J.C
Teacher |
Entomology |
22
years |
|
Mrs.A.Shaji |
M.Sc,
B. Ed |
J.C
Teacher |
MRP |
20
years |
Laboratories
The
department has three laboratories
1) Zoology Laboratory.
2) Pathobiology Laboratory.
3) Photography laboratory.
There is also an instrument room and a museum with more then 100 specimens.
Library
In addition
to the Central Library, the department also has a well maintained library with
more then 200 books available for the ready reference of the students.
Events:
A
Zoological Association named "PEARLS" has been functioning since the last few
years. Under this banner, lectures, competitions and seminars by eminent
personalities are organized.
"Pearls" provides an interactive platform to the students,
which compliments their academic growth.
|
Activities of the Department of Zoology |
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|
Lecture on "Genetics" 2004-05
by Dr. C. B. Powar |
Science Exhibition - Golden
Jubilee Celebrations - December 2006. |
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|
Workshop with Ministry of Human Resource Development -
2004-05 |
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|
Inauguration of PEARLS 2007-08 |
Visit to Fish Farm at Navegoan Khairi - August 2007 |
Course pattern:
B.Sc.
(Bachelor of Science) is a three years under graduation course.
In the first year, the students appear for three theory papers of 40 marks
each, and a practical examination of 30 marks.
|
Paper
|
Syllabus |
|
Paper - I
|
Life and
Diversity of Animals - Non chordates. |
|
Paper - II
|
Cell Biology |
|
Paper - III
|
Environmental
Biology (Ecology). |
Practical Examination
- The
students are assessed based on Dissections of invertebrates, Cytology
experiments, Environmental Biology Experiment, study of specimens etc.
In the Second year, the students appear for three theory papers of 40 marks
each, and a practical examination of 30 marks.
|
Paper
|
Syllabus |
|
Paper - I
|
Life and
Diversity of Animals - Chordates. |
|
Paper - II
|
Genetics and
Genetic Engineering. |
|
Paper - III
|
Developmental
Biology. |
Practical Examination
- The
students are assessed based on dissections of Chordates, Genetics experiments,
specimen and slide study.
In the Third year, the students appear for three theory papers of 40 marks
each, and a practical examination of 30 marks.
|
Paper
|
Syllabus |
|
Paper
- I |
General Mammalian Physiology. |
|
Paper - II
|
Evolution,
Ethology, Applied Ecology, and Animal Tissue
Techniques. |
|
Paper - III
|
Pathobiology and
Clinical Laboratory Techniques. |
Practical Examination -
The
students are assessed based on experiments in Haematology, Micro technique,
Photography, Pathobiology, slides and museum study.
The
students also are assigned with various projects and submissions.
Duration of
the Course:
It is a
Grant-in-aid Undergraduate course affiliated to the
Rashtrasant
Tukdoji
Maharaj
Nagpur
University, approved
by Government of Maharashtra and recognized by UGC under 2f and 12b.
It is a three years course and examinations are conducted annually by
Rashtrasant
Tukdoji
Maharaj
Nagpur
University.
Admission
Criterion:
Any
student who has passed XII with at least 45% marks with Physics, Chemistry and
Biology is eligible to apply for the course.
The subject combinations available are
CBZ - Chemistry, Botany, Zoology.
CZBC - Chemistry, Zoology and Biochemistry.
Results:
The
department very proudly states that the result is always between 97 - 100%.
Some of our alumni:
1) Late Dr.
Shrikant Jichkar: Ex
MLA, Ex MP.
2) Dr. Yenkee: Former Director LIT.
3) Shri Raghuji
Raje Bhosle: Social
activist.
4) Dr. Suresh Chari: Head Department of
Biochemistry, Wanadongri.
5) Dr.S. Bhave: Renowned
psychiatrist.
Contact:
The Department will be glad to hear from our alumni, well wishers and students.
For
details contact us at
Department of Zoology
St. Francis De Sales College, Seminary Hills,
NAGPUR - 440 006, Maharashtra, INDIA.
Email us
at:
zoologysfs@gmail.com
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St. Francis De Sales College
NAGPUR, INDIA