I

Aquatic Biology

• Understand the classification of aquatic organisms.
• Describe aquatic ecosystems and their functions.
• Explain the physico-chemical properties of water.
• Understand biodiversity, threats, and conservation.
• Appreciate the importance of aquatic resources.

II

Biology of Finfish

• Describe the taxonomy and diversity of finfish.
• Understand the anatomy and physiology of finfish.
• Explain the functional role of different organ systems.
• Appreciate adaptations in different finfish groups.
• Apply knowledge of finfish biology to aquaculture practices.

III

Biology of Shellfish

• Understand the diversity and taxonomy of shellfish.
• Explain the external and internal morphology of shellfish.
• Describe organ systems and their functional role.
• Appreciate shellfish adaptations.
• Apply shellfish biology knowledge in aquaculture.

IV

Hatchery Technology of Finfish and Shellfish

• Understand broodstock management in finfish and shellfish.
• Explain induced breeding techniques.
• Learn about larval rearing methods.
• Apply knowledge to hatchery management.
• Acquire skills in seed production technology.

V

Aquaculture Nutrition and Feed Technology

• Understand nutritional requirements of cultivable species.
• Explain feed formulation techniques.
• Learn feed processing and storage methods.
• Apply feed technology in aquaculture farms.
• Acquire skills in feed preparation.

V

Aquaculture Engineering

• Understand principles of aquaculture engineering.
• Learn about farm design and construction.
• Apply water quality management techniques.
• Understand pond dynamics.
• Gain skills in farm maintenance.

VI

Culture of Finfish and Shellfish

• Understand culture techniques of finfish and shellfish.
• Learn different aquaculture systems.
• Apply culture methods for sustainable production.
• Understand integrated aquaculture practices.
• Gain hands-on experience in culture techniques.

VI

Aquaculture Management and Economics

II

Bio Diversity – II (Biology of Chordates)

• Describe general taxonomic rules on animal classification of chordates.
• Classify Protochordata to Mammalia with taxonomic keys.
• Understand mammals with specific structural adaptations.
• Understand the significance of dentition and evolutionary importance.
• Understand the origin and evolutionary relationship of different phyla from Protochordata to Mammalia.

III

Course 6: Principles of Genetics

• Understand the history of genetics and basic terminology.
• Acquire knowledge on interaction of genes and various inheritance patterns including non-Mendelian inheritance.
• Gain knowledge on chromosomal inheritance.
• Understand sex determination and sex-linked inheritance.
• Learn human karyotyping, pedigree analysis, and chromosomal disorders.

IV

Course 7: Animal Biotechnology

• Get knowledge of vectors and restriction enzymes used in biotechnology.
• Describe gene delivery mechanisms and PCR technique.
• Acquire basic knowledge on media preparation and cell culture techniques.
• Understand reproduction manipulation using biotechnology.
• Understand applications of biotechnology in industry, agriculture, animal cell/tissue culture, stem cell technology, and genetic engineering.

V

Course 8: Evolution and Zoogeography

• Understand principles and forces of evolution of life on earth.
• Explain different evidences of evolution.
• Understand theories of evolution.
• Explain various tools for studying evolution.
• Map the distribution of animals according to zoological realms.