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Course Name Introductory Biology
Course Code 26BIO101
Program BSc. (Hons.) Agriculture
Semester 1
Credits 2
Campus Coimbatore

Syllabus

Syllabus

Theory

Introduction to the living world, diversity and characteristics of life, origin of life, Evolution and Eugenics. Binomial nomenclature and classification. Cell and cell division. Morphology of flowering plants. Seed and seed germination. Plant systematic- viz, Brassicaceae, Fabaceae and Poaceae. Role of animals in agriculture.

Practical

Morphology of flowering plants – root, stem and leaf and their modifications. Inflorescence, flower and fruits. Cell, tissues & cell division. Internal structure of root, stem and leaf. Study of specimens and slides. Description of plants – Brassicaceae, Fabaceae and Poaceae.

Objectives and Outcomes

Course objectives

The objective of this course is to

  1. Establish a strong foundation in biological principles, including evolution, cell biology and classification, tailored to agricultural contexts.

  2. Develop a clear understanding of economically important plant families and the integral role of animals in sustainable agriculture.

  3. Build essential practical skills in plant morphology, microscopy, and systematics for students without prior exposure to biology.

Course outcomes

By the end of the course, the students will be able to

Sl.No

Course outcome

CO

Blooms level

1

Remember fundamental concepts of the living world, evolution, eugenics, and classification.

CO1

Remember

2

Understand basic plant biology, including morphology, seed germination and the role of animals in agriculture

CO2

Understand

3

Apply knowledge to interpret the stages of cell division, and analyze the diagnostic characteristics of agriculturally important plant families such as Brassicaceae, Fabaceae, and Poaceae.

CO3

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