Curriculum for Agrotechnology Discipline - Khulna University

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Curriculum

for

Agrotechnology Discipline

Agrotechnology Discipline Khulna University


Contents

Page No.

1. Program Name 11

2. Vision 11

3. Mission 11

4. Program Objectives 11

5. Learning Outcomes 11

6. Course Structure 12

7. Summary of the total available credit (core and optional) hours from

different areas of study 14

Term-wise course outline for the entire program 15

First Year First Term 15

First Year Second Term 15

Second Year First Term 16

Second Year Second Term 17

Third Year First Term 17

Third Year Second Term 18

Fourth Year First Term 19

Fourth Year Second Term 19

8. Course Profile 21

First Year First Term 21

First Year Second Term 37

Second Year First Term 55

Second Year Second Term 76

Third Year First Term 97

Third Year Second Term 120

Fourth Year First Term 142

Fourth Year Second Term 159


OVERVIEW

Khulna is the third largest city of Bangladesh. Since the partition of British

India in 1947, the city has been growing up as an important complex of

trade, commerce and industries, especially the jute industries. With a view to

justifying its ever-increasing importance, Khulna Division was established in

1960. Khulna city attained the metropolitan status by its own characteristics

in 1984.

Since there was no University in this region in the early sixties, there arose a

demand for setting up a University in Khulna to cater for the growing

educational needs. As a result, Khulna University was established in 1987.

In 1990 Khulna University Act was passed in the Bangladesh Jatiya Sangsad

(Parliament) and the academic activities started on 25 November 1991.

Khulna University stands on the Khulna–Satkhira road, about four

kilometers away from the heart of the city. The site has pleasant natural

surrounding facing north to a large flat area, which is suitable for building an

ideal and modern university campus.

Aims and Objectives: • To impart technology based and need oriented higher education

befitting the age.

• To generate skilled manpower in order to exploit, utilize and

conserve available resources for sustainable development of the

region and the country as a whole.

• To provide world-class education.

• To conduct fundamental and applied research in the relevant fields

of human knowledge.

• To develop skilled manpower in fulfilling the global demands.

Khulna University at a Glance

Established: 4 January 1987

Khulna University Act passed in the Jatiya Sangsad (Parliament): 1990

Academic activities started: 25 November 1991

Number of Schools: 06

Number of Institute: 01

Number of Disciplines: 29

Degree awarded: Bachelor, Bachelor with Honours, Masters and Ph.D

Number of Halls: 05

Number of Students: 5765

Number of Foreign Students: 2

Number of Teachers: 443

Number of Officers: 276

Number of Employees: 268

Schools of Khulna University

1. Science, Engineering and Technology School

2. Life Science School

3. Management and Business Administration School

4. Arts and Humanities School

5. Social Science School

6. Law School

Institute and Centre of Khulna University 1. Institute of Fine Arts 4. IQAC

2. Modern Language Centre 5. CETL

3. Research Cell 6. CISS

Disciplines of Life Science School

1. Agrotechnology (AT)

2. Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering (BGE)

3. Environmental Science (ES)

4. Fisheries and Marine Resource Technology (FMRT)

5. Forestry and Wood Technology (FWT)

6. Pharmacy (Pharm)

7. Soil, Water and Environment (SWE)

Agrotechnology Discipline

Agrotechnology Discipline at Khulna University was established on March

1996 with the vision of strengthening human resources and propelling the

development of the Agriculture in Bangladesh. Bangladesh is an agriculture-

based country and about 42% of Bangladeshi population is the farmer. But

due to several socio-economic constraints and lack of knowledge of modern

agriculture, farmers often fail to optimize their harvest from the farm.

Agrotechnology Discipline is mandated to produce skilled manpower with

advanced knowledge in agriculture. The course curricula of this Discipline

are upgraded. The curricula cover all courses that offered by the relevant


institutions in the country as well as they incorporate Geographic

Information System (GlS), Spreadsheet Analysis, and Computer Studies.

The Discipline is striving continuously to ensure quality education for

students. It is producing successfully at least 40 skilled agriculturists every

year. The Discipline has also started producing specialist with postgraduate

education (MS) in Agronomy, Horticulture, Plant Pathology, Agricultural

Extension and Rural Development and Genetics and Plant Breeding. Higher

education in other branches of agriculture will be offered in near future.

Some students have already enrolled in the Discipline for studying Ph.D.

from the Session 2009-2010. Moreover, the teachers and students of the

Discipline are involved in conducting research on different current local and

national problems and papers & articles have been publishing in national and

international journals, newspapers and books, etc. It also arranges national

seminar, training programs and workshops for farmers, researchers and local

entrepreneurs for improving the status of the beneficiaries.

Agrotechnology Discipline of Khulna University has energetic and skilled

manpower. All the teachers are highly qualified. Majority of them have the

highest degree i.e., Ph.D. They have got their higher degrees from various

universities and institutions of home and abroad and hence utilize their

knowledge and skill for the development of the agricultural sector (in respect

of research and education) of Bangladesh. The Discipline is continuing

various projects funded by different reputed funding organizations such as

USDA, ACIAR, KGF, BARC, KU Research Cell, Ministry of Education,

Ministry of Science and Technology and UGC etc.

Agrotechnology Discipline also works with some modern technologies like

biotechnology, tissue culture, genetic engineering, protected agriculture, heat

stress mitigation, irrigation management, IPM (Integrated Pest

Management), biological control (BC) of pests, etc. The Discipline is also

collecting and evaluating germplasm through its ‘Germplasm Center’.

Agrotechnology Discipline has some new and on-going technologies and

varieties that are going to be released soon.

Major area covered in research

works Laboratories

1. Agricultural problems in coastal

region

2. Varietal trial in coastal region

3. Cropping patern

4. Stress physiology and sustainable

agriculture

5. Fertilizer Management

6. Pomology

7. Olericulture

1.Agronomy Laboratory

2.Botany and Plant Breeding

Laboratory

3. Agricultural Chemistry Laboratory

4. Plant Protection Laboratory

5. Horticulture Laboratory

6. Entomology Laboratory

7. Animal Husbandry Laboratory

8. Agricultural Extension

8. Post harvest management of crops

and vegetables

9. Plant tissue culture

10. Genetic resources

11. Mushroom culture

12. Bio-pesticides

13. Arsenic Problems

14. Soil fertility management

15. Agricultural technology transfer

9. Field Laboratory for Field Crops

10. Fruit Germplasm Centre

16. Adaptation and diffusion of

innovations

17. Women’s empowerments and rural

development

18. SRI technique

7. 19. Rooftop gardening

Journal:

Agrotechnology discipline has a journal named “South Asian Journal of

Agriculture” published two issues every year.

Website: www.agrotechku.edu.bd

Teaching Faculty

Sl. No. Name of the

Teachers Designation

Academic

Qualifications Research Interest

1. Dr. Sanjoy Kumar

Adhikary

Professor Ph.D.

(BSMRAU)

Plant Pathology

2. Dr. Md. Yasin Ali Professor Ph.D. (BAU) Agronomy (Crop

Nutrition and Rice

Farming)

3. Khan Golam Quddus Professor M.Sc. in Agril.

Chem. (BAU)

Agricultural

Chemistry (Soil

Fertility and Crop

Production)

4. Dr. Md. Monirul

Islam

Professor Ph.D. (KSAU,

Russia)

Plant Tissue Culture

5. Dr.Mohammad

Bashir Ahmed

Professor Ph.D.

(BSMRAU)

Agricultural

Extension & Rural

Development

6. Dr. Sarder Safiqul

Islam

Professor

and Head

Ph.D. (BAU) Animal Nutrition

7. Dr. Shamim Ahmed

Kamal Uddin Khan

Professor MS in

Horticulture

(BAU), M.Sc. in

Food Science

Horticulture

(Propagation of

Horticultural

Plants), Food Science


(DIT, Ireland),

PhD in

Environment

and Agriculture

(Curtin

University,

Australia)

Technology,

Postharvest

Physiology of Fruit

Crops

8. Dr. Md. Sarwar

Jahan

Professor Ph.D. (Japan) Genetic Resources

Technology

9. Md. Rejaul Islam Professor MS (Plant

Pathology)

(BSMRAU)

Plant Pathology

(Integrated Disease

Management)

10. Dr. Md. Abdul

Mannan

Professor Ph.D. (BAU) Horticulture

(Pomology)

11. Dr. Md. Shafiqul

Islam

Professor MS (BAU) Animal Science

(Poultry Nutrition)

12. Dr. Mahtalat Ahmed Professor Ph.D. (KSAU,

Russia)

Plant Tissue Culture

13. Dr. Md. Enamul

Kabir

Professor PhD in Plant

Nutrition

(Australia)

Agronomy (Crop

production under

salinity, water

logging and

nutritional stresses)

14. Md. Yamin Kabir Professor MS (Molecular

Biology, KU

Leuven,

Belgium)

MS

(Horticulture,

BSMRAU)

Photosynthesis,

Protected Agriculture

and Crop Nutrition

15. Dr. Md. Matiul Islam Professor Ph. D. (Japan) Rural Development,

Soybean Physiology

16. *Md. Zahangir

Hossain

Associate

Professor

MS (Soil

Science, BAU),

M.Sc.(

Sustainable

International

Agriculture,

Germany)

Soil Fertility,

Nutrient Recycling,

Soil Organic Matter

and Organic

Agriculture

17. Mst. Sabiha Sultana Associate

Professor

MS in Plant

Pathology

(BSMRAU)

Mycology

18. S.M. Abdullah Al

Mamun

Associate

Professor

MS in Genetics

and Plant

Breeding

(BSMRAU)

Genetics & Plant

Breeding

19. Shimul Das Assistant

Professor

MS in

Entomology

(BAU)

Entomology

20. *Debesh Das Assistant

Professor

MS in Crop

Botany (BAU)

Plant Physiology

21. Bidhan Chandro

Sarker

Assistant

Professor

MS in

Agronomy (KU)

Agronomy

(Conservation &

Sustainable

Agriculture)

22. Prosanta Kumar

Dash

Assistant

Professor

MS in

Horticulture

(BAU)

Pomology (Stress

Physiology,

Sustainable

Agriculture)

23. Rahima Nusrat

Remme

Assistant

Professor

MS in Organic

Agriculture

(Wageningen

University, The

Netherlands)

MS in Genetics

and Plant

Breeding

(BSMRAU)

Insect Plant

Interaction

24. Md. Mostofa Kamal Assistant

Professor

MS in

Entomology

(BAU)

Entomology

(Integrated Pest

Management)

25. Joyanti Ray Assistant

Professor

MS in Crop

Botany

(BSMRAU)

Plant Physiology

26. Chhoa Mondal Assistant

Professor

MS in Plant

Pathology

(BAU)

Plant Pathology

(Molecular Plant

Pathology)

27. Md. Maruf Billah Lecturer MS in Ag.

Ext.(BAU)

Agricultural

Extension Education

(Community

Development)

* On Study Leave


CURRICULUM

Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Honours) [B.Sc.Ag (Hons.)]

Agrotechnology Discipline, Khulna University, Khulna

Vision

Achieving excellence and leadership in teaching, research and community

service to ensure food security and national development through offering

advanced agricultural education.

Mission

To provide students with educational and research experience in

various agricultural branches fortified with talent in innovation,

self-learning and career competitiveness.

To contribute in scientific progress and environmental adaptation

for socio-economic enhancement.

Program Objectives:

1. To provide need oriented education having upto date knowledge in

agriculture.

2. To make the graduates expert in agriculture production with respect

to sustainable soil and crop management.

3. To render the knowledge of crop variety development and crop

protection measures.

4. To enhance the capacity of the graduates regarding the application

of ICT in agriculture.

5. To make the graduates competent in technology transfer with

sufficient leadership skills and to nurture patriotism and creating

community dedication by changing graduates’ attitudes.

Learning Outcomes of the Program:

Students will be able to-

1. Demonstrate a substantial knowledge and understanding of the

core aspects of Agriculture

2. Investigate complex problems and develop creative solutions with

limited guidance, using insights from their own and other related

fields of study

3. Evaluate various agricultural technologies for improved production

4. Rendering efficient management of different breeds and varieties of

livestock and poultry

5. Engage in independent learning using scholarly reviews and

secondary sources of information

6. Demonstrate a high level of ethical and responsible behavior in

academic, professional and community environments

7. Use practical skills and enquiry efficiently and effectively within

the area of study

8. Analyze data critically, make judgments and propose solutions to

problems

9. Communicate information, ideas, issues and solutions efficiently

and effectively among the professionals, scientists, and farmers

10. Conduct research under the guidance of a supervisor

Course structure:

Program duration: 04 (four) years

Number of terms: 08 (eight)

Term duration : 21 (twenty one) weeks

Total credit available: 187.0 (one hundred and eighty seven)

Minimum credit to be earned: 160.0 (one hundred and sixty)


SUMMARY OF COURSES AND CURRICULA FOR THE FOUR

YEARS DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN AGRICULTURE

(HONOURS)

Distribution of credits in different domains of study

Domain Year Term

Theory Sessional Total

Agriculture

Core Optional Core Optional

First First 9.0 - 3.0 - 12.0

Second 9.0 - 4.0 - 13.0

Second First 14.0 - 5.0 - 19.0

Second 9.0 6.0 3.0 2.0 20.0

Third First 14.0 6.0 5.0 2.0 27.0

Second 14.0 5.0 5.0 1.0 25.0

Fourth First 12.0 2.0 6.0 - 20.0

Second 15.0 3.0 5.0 1.0 24.0

Sub-Total 96.0 22.0 36.0 6.0 160.0

(85.56%)

Basic

Science

First First 3.0 3.0 1.0 - 7.0

Second 3.0 - 1.0 - 4.0

Second First - - - - 0

Second 2.0 - 1.0 - 3.0

Third First - - - - -

Second - - - - -

Fourth First - - - - -

Second - - - - -

Sub-Total 8.0 3.0 3.0 - 14.0

(7.5%)

Arts &

Humanities

and Social

Science

First First 2.0 - - - 2.0

Second 2.0 - - - 2.0

Second First 3.0 - - - 3.0

Second - - - - -


Second - - - - -


Second - - - - -

Sub-Total 7.0 - - - 7.0

(3.74%)

Information

technology

(IT)

First First - - - - -

Second - - - 1.5 1.5

Second First - - - 1.5 1.5

Second - - - 1.5 1.5


Second - - - 1.5 1.5


Second - - - - -

Sub-Total - - - 6.0 6.0

(3.21%)

Total 111.0 25.0 39.0 12.0 187.0

Summary of the total available credits from different areas of study

Area of Study Theory

Sessional/Field

Work Total

Total

Core Optional Core Optional Core Optional

Agriculture 96.0 22.0 36.0 6.0 132.0 28.0 160.0

(85.57%)

Basic Science 8.0 3.0 3.0 - 11.0 3.0 14.0

(7.5%)

Arts and

Huumanities 2.0 - - - 2.0 -

2.0

(1.06%)

Social Science 5.0 - - - 5.0 - 5.0

(2.67%)

Information

Technology - - - 6.0 - 6.0

6.0

(3.20%)

Total

111.0

(59.35

%)

25.0

(13.37%)

39.0

(20.86

%)

12.0

(6.42%)

149.0

(80.21

%)

37.0

(19.79%)

187.0

Year and Term wise distribution of credits

Year

Term Theory Sessional/Field

Work Total

Core Optional Core Optional

First First 14.0 3.0 4.0 - 21.0

Second 14.0 - 5.0 1.5 20.5

Second First 17.0 - 5.0 1.5 23.5

Second 11.0 6.0 4.0 3.5 24.5

Third First 14.0 6.0 5.0 2.0 27.0

Second 14.0 5.0 5.0 2.5 26.5

Fourth First 12.0 2.0 6.0 - 20.0

Second 15.0 3.0 5.0 1.0 24.0

Total 111.0 25.0 39.0 12.0 187.0

Course outline


Year and Term wise course outline for the entire program

First Year First Term

Course

No. Course Title

Contact

Hours per

Week

Credit

AT-1101 Fundamentals of Agronomy 3-0 3

AT-1102 Fundamentals of Agronomy

Sessional/Field Work 0-2 1

AT-1103 Introductory Soil Science 3-0 3

AT-1104 Introductory Soil Science


AT-1105 Agricultural Botany 3-0 3

AT-1106 Agricultural Botany


Soc-1155 Sociology 2-0 2

Chem-1159 Chemistry 3-0 3

Chem-1160 Chemistry Sessional 0-2 1

Math-1161 *Mathematics 3-0 3

Total

Theory: 5 Core + 1 Optional

Sessional: 4 Core + 0 Optional 17-8

21.0

Core 18.0

Optional

3.0

First Year Second Term

Course

No. Course Title

Contact

Hours

per

Week

Credit

AT-1201 Weed Management 2-0 2

AT-1202 Weed Management Sessional/Field

Work 0-2 1

AT-1203 Fundamentals of Horticulture 2-0 2

AT-1204 Fundamentals of Horticulture


AT-1205 Introductory Animal and Poultry

Science 2-0 2

AT-1206 Introductory Animal and Poultry

Science Sessional/Field Work 0-2 1

AT-1207 Introductory Entomology 3-0 3

AT-1208 Introductory Entomology Sessional /

Field Work 0-2 1

AT-1209 Biochemistry 3-0 3

AT-1210 Biochemistry Sessional 0-2 1

Eng-1211 Comprehension and communication

Skills in English 2-0 2

CSE-1250 * Word Processing and Spread Sheet

Analysis 0-3 1.5

Total Theory: 6 Core + 0 Optional


20.5

Core

19.0

Optional

1.5

Second Year First Term

Course No. Course Title

Contact

Hours

per Week

Credit

AT-2101 Fundamentals of Plant Pathology 3-0 3

AT-2102 Fundamentals of Plant Pathology


AT-2103 Plant Physiology 3-0 3

AT-2104 Plant Physiology Sessional/Field

Work 0-2 1

AT-2105 Agrometeorology and Environmental

Impact 3-0 3

AT-2106 Agrometeorology and Environmental

Impact Sessional/Field Work 0-2 1

AT-2107 Ornamental Horticulture 3-0 3

AT-2108 Ornamental Horticulture


AT-2109 Cattle and Poultry Farming 2-0 2

AT-2110 Cattle and Poultry Farming


Econ-2155 Agricultural Economics 3-0 3

URP-2154 * GIS Sessional – I 0-3 1.5



23.5

Core 22

Optional

1.5


Second Year Second Term

Course

No.

Course Title Contact

Hours

per

Week

Credit

AT-2201 Seed Technology 3-0 3

AT-2202 Seed Technology Sessional/Field

Work

0-2 1

AT-2203 Soil Survey and Soil Physics 3-0 3

AT-2204 Soil Survey and Soil Physics

Sessional/Field Work

0-2 1

AT-2205 Cytology, Genetics and

Cytogenetics

3-0 3

AT-2206 Cytology, Genetics and

Cytogenetics Sessional

0-2 1

AT-2207 *Agrimachineries 2-0 2

AT-2208 *Agrimachineries Sessional/Field

Work

0-2 1

AT-2209 *Methods in Plant Pathology 2-0 2

AT-2211 *Feeds, Fodder and Animal

Nutrition

2-0 2

AT-2212 *Feeds, Fodder and Animal

Nutrition Sessional/Field Work

0-2 1

Stat-2213 Statistics 2-0 2

Stat-2214 Statistics Sessional/Field Work 0-2 1

CSE-

2250

* Data Base and Statistical Package

Sessional

0-3 1.5



24.5

Core 17.0

Optional 7.5

Third Year First Term


Contact

Hours per

Week

Credit

AT-3101 Production Technology of Field

Crops 3-0 3

AT-3102 Production Technology of Field

Crops Sessional/Field Work 0-2 1

AT-3103 Agricultural Chemistry 3-0 3

AT-3104 Agricultural Chemistry


AT-3105 Insect Physiology and Ecology 3-0 3

AT-3106 Insect Physiology and Ecology


AT-3107 Production of Spices and Plantation

Crops 3-0 3

AT-3108 Production of Spices and Plantation

Crops Sessional/Field Work 0-2 1

AT-3109 Agroforestry and Social Forestry 2-0 2

AT-3110 Agroforestry and Social Forestry


AT-3111 * Irrigation and Water Management 3-0 3

AT-3112 * Irrigation and Water Management


AT-3113 *Molecular Biology 3-0 3

AT-3114 *Molecular Biology Sessional 0-2 1



27.0

Core 19.0

Optional

8.0

Third Year Second Term


Contact

Hours

per

Week

Credit

AT-3201 Principles of Plant Pathology and

Diseases of Field Crops 3-0 3

AT-3202

Principles of Plant Pathology and

Diseases of Field Crops


0-2 1

AT-3203 Crop Ecology 3-0 3

AT-3204 Crop Ecology Sessional/Field Work 0-2 1

AT-3205 Fundamentals of Extension,

Communication and Leadership 3-0 3

AT-3206

Fundamentals of Extension,

Communication and Leadership


0-2 1

AT-3207 Olericulture 3-0 3

AT-3208 Olericulture Sessional/Field Work 0-2 1

AT-3209 Research Methodology 2-0 2

AT-3210 Research Methodology


AT-3211 * Horticulture and Forest Nursery

Management 2-0 2


AT-3212 * Horticulture and Forest Nursery

Management Sessional/Field Work 0-2 1

AT-3213 *Environmental Pollution and Crop

Growth 3-0 3

URP-3254 * GIS Sessional –II 0-3 1.5



26.5

Core

19.0

Optional

7.5

Fourth Year First Term


Contact

Hours per

Week

Credit

AT-4101 Plant Breeding 3-0 3

AT-4102 Plant Breeding Sessional/Field Work 0-2 1

AT-4103 Pomology 3-0 3

AT-4104 Pomology Sessional/Field Work 0-2 1

AT-4105 Diseases of Horticultural Crops and

Seed Pathology 3-0 3

AT-4106 Diseases of Horticultural Crops and

Seed Pathology Sessional/Field Work 0-2 1

AT-4107 Stresses in Agriculture and Disaster

Management 3-0 3

AT-4109 * Agri business and Enterpreneurship

Development 2-0 2

AT-4112 Project Thesis/Review Paper 0-6 3



20.0

Core 18.0

Optional

2.0

N.B. AT- 4112:Project Thesis/Review Paper- Registration in Term I

and Defense in Term II

Fourth Year Second Term

Course

No. Course Title

Contact

Hours per

Week

Credit

AT-4201 Cropping System and Sustainable

Agriculture 3-0 3

AT-4202 Cropping System and Sustainable

Agriculture Sessional/Field Work 0-2 1

AT-4203 Soil Fertility Management 3-0 3

AT-4204 Soil Fertility Management


AT-4205 Plant Biotechnology 3-0 3

AT-4206 Plant Biotechnology Sessional 0-2 1

AT-4207 Organizational Management and

Diffusion of Innovation 3-0 3

AT-4208

Extension Program planning &

Outreach Program Sessional/ Field

Work

0-2 1

AT-4209 Economic Entomology and Pest

Management 3-0 3

AT-4210 Economic Entomology and Pest

Management Sessional/Field Work 0-2 1

AT-4211 * Post Harvest Technology 3-0 3

AT-4212 * Post Harvest Technology




24.0

Core 20.0

Optional

4.0


Course profile:

First Year First Term

Course: AT -1101:

Fundamentals of Agronomy

Credit: 03 Year:

First

Term:

First

Rationale: This course is designed to provide fundamental concepts of

agronomy and practices involved in crop production.

Course Objectives:

To conceptualize agriculture and agronomy

To acquire knowledge on weather and climate, agroecological

zones and distribution of crops therein

To realize plant nutrients and their management

To accustom with crop production practices.

Intended Learning

Outcomes (ILOs)

Course Content

Section – A

At the end of the course

students will be able to-

depict various

aspects of

agriculture and

agronomy.

explain the weather

and climate and

their influence on

crops.

illustrate the

agricultural

geography of

Bangladesh.

describe AEZ, their

elements and crops

grown therin.

describe crop and

their classification.

explain plant

nutrients, their

functions,

deficiency

symptoms and toxic

effects.

1. Introduction: concept, importance and

scope of agriculture and agronomy; history

of agriculture; chronology of Bangladesh

agriculture; basic principles of agronomy;

agricultural research institutes of

Bangladesh.

2. Climate and crops: definition of weather

and climate; differences between weather

and climate; weather elements and their

role on the growth and development of

crops; micro and macro climate

3. Agricultural geography of Bangladesh:

location of Bangladesh in agricultural

perspective; land topographic units and the

crops grown therein; agroecological zones

of Bangladesh; crops: concept and

classification; cropping seasons and their

characteristics, land utilization pattern.

4. Crop nutrition: essential plant nutrient

elements–their sources, forms of

absorption, functions, hunger signs and

toxic effects.

Section – B

describe tillage,

tillage implements

and influence of

tillage on crop and

soil.

define manures and

fertilizers.

describe fertilizer

application methods,

maintenance of soil

fertility and

productivity.

narrate different

planting methods.

explain intercultural

operations of crops.

5. Land preparation: definition,

classification and objectives of tillage;

influences of tillage on soil properties;

classification of tillage implements; tillage

operations and their objectives; minimum

tillage.

6. Manures and fertilizers: concept,

classification, nutrients content;

composting and green manuring; methods

of application of manures and fertilizers.

7. Planting methods: seed sowing/planting

methods; time and depth of

sowing/planting of major crops; crop stand

establishment and planting geometry.

8. Intercultural operations: weeding,

mulching, thinning, earthing up, nipping,

propping, staking, detopping and tying;

irrigation and drainage.

Teaching References:

Ahmed, K. 1965. Agriculture in East Pakistan. Ahmed Bros.Pub. 2, J.K.

Mandir Road, Dhaka.

Alim, A. 1974. An Introduction to Bangladesh Agriculture. 220, Garden

Road, Kawran Bazar, Dhaka.

De, G.C. 1997. Fundamentals of Agronomy. Oxford & IBH Pub. Co. Pvt.

Ltd. New Delhi.

Mohammad Abdul Quddus, Mohammad Nazrul Islam Talukder. 1993.

Krishitatter Moula Niti. Bangla Acedamy, Dhaka (In Bengali).

Reddy, T.Y. and Reddi, G.H. 1995. Principles of Agronomy. Kalyani

Publishers. New Delhi.

Course: AT - 1102: Fundamentals of

Agronomy Sessional/Field Works

Credit:

01

Year:

First

Term:

First

Rationale: This course provides practical knowledge on crops, soils,

fertilizers, farm implements and crop raising.

Course Objective:

To gather basic knowledge on crops, soil, farm implements,

manures and fertilizers.

To practice fertilizer application and crop raising


Intended Learning

Outcomes (ILOs)

Course Content



identify crops, soils,

farm implements,

manures and fertilizers.

determine working

efficiency of farm

implements.

prepare fertilizer

application plan.

apply practical

knowledge on crop

raising.

1. Identification of crops, soil, farm

implements, manures and fertilizers.

2. Determination of the working efficiency

of important farm implements through

practicing.

3. Practicing fertilizer application using

different methods.

4. Raising of a crop in individual plot.


Ahmed, K. 1965. Agriculture in East Pakistan. Ahmed Bros.Pub. 2, J.K.

Mandir Road, Dhaka.

Alim, A. 1974. An Introduction to Bangladesh Agriculture. 220, Garden

Road, Kawran Bazar, Dhaka.

De, G.C. 1997. Fundamentals of Agronomy. Oxford & IBH Pub. Co. Pvt.

Ltd. New Delhi.

Mohammad Abdul Quddus, Mohammad Nazrul Islam Talukder. 1993.

Krishitatter Moula Niti. Bangla Academy, Dhaka (In Bengali).

Reddy, T.Y. and Reddi, G.H. 1995. Principles of Agronomy. Kalyani

Publishers. New Delhi.

Course: AT-1103: Introductory

Soil Science

Credit: 03 Year:

First

Term:

First

Rationale: The graduates are intended to provide basic knowledge about

soil, its origin, different branches of soil science.

Course Objectives:

To describe soil with its genesis & origin

To be acquainted with different properties of soil

Intended Learning

Outcomes (ILOs)

Course Content

Section – A

At the end of the course students will

be able to- 1. Soil genesis and formation:

introduction and concept of

define and explain soil with its

origin and formation.

state geological time scale of

soil.

illustrate different

geomorphology of soil.

explain about different aspects

of soil physical properties.

discuss the importance of soil

physical properties in crop

production of Bangladesh soils.

soil, major components of

soil; soil forming rocks and

minerals – classification and

properties; general properties

and chemical composition of

minerals; soil formation –

physical and chemical process

of weathering; factors of soil

formation – climate,

biosphere, parent material,

relief and time; soil forming

processes – laterization,

podzolization and

calcification; soil profile.

2. Geology and

geomorphology: a brief

account of the geological time

scale; geology of Bangladesh

– tertiary hill sediments,

madhupur clay and recent

alluvium; geomorphology of

Bangladesh – hills, terraces

and floodplains.

3. Soil physics: soil particles –

definition, classification and

properties; particle size

distribution analysis; Stokes’

law, its assumptions and

limitations; soil texture –

definition, textural classes,

properties and importance;

particle density, bulk density

and soil porosity; soil

structure – definition, genesis,

types, grades and classes,

importance of soil structure in

agriculture.

Section – B

differentiate soil

fertility and soil

productivity.

describe essential

plant nutrients in

4. Soil chemistry and fertility: concept

and definition, distinction between soil

fertility and productivity; introduction

to essential plant nutrient elements;

manures and fertilizers - distinction,

kinds of manures and fertilizers with


crop production.

identify different

kinds of manures and

fertilizers.

explain the

occurrence and

importance of

different

microorganisms in

crop production.

chemical composition; manures and

fertilizers commonly used in

Bangladesh; soil pH – definition;

grading of soil according to pH values.

5. Soil organisms: classification of soil

organisms; soil microorganisms;

procaryotes and eucaryotes;

classification of soil bacteria and algae;

occurrence and functions of bacteria,

actinomycetes, fungi, algae and

protozoa in soils; bio-fertilizer- concept

and importance.


Biswas and Mukharjiee, 1994. Text book of Soil Science (Second edition).

Biswas, T.D. and Mukherjee, S.K. 1987. Text Book of Soil Science. Tata

McGraw Hill Publishing Co., New Delhi

Brady, N.C. 1990. The Nature and Properties of Soils. Macmillan Pub.

Comp. New York.

Henry. D. Fothk. 1990. Fundamentals of Soil Science (8th edition). India

Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi.

Shah, C. C and Narayana N. K. 1966. Physical properties of soil.

Course: AT-1104: Introductory Soil

Science Sessional/ Field Work

Credit:

01

Year:

First

Term:

First

Rationale: The graduates are intended to provide practical and applied

knowledge on basic soil science including different techniques of studying

soil formation.

Course Objectives:

To acquire practical knowledge and experience on soil sampling and

its analyzing techniques.

Intended Learning Outcomes

(ILOs)

Course Content



explain the techniques of

soil sampling and its

preparation technique for

analysis.

identify different soil

1. Studies on soil sampling methods

and preparation of soil sample for

analysis.

2. Identification of important rocks

and mineral specimens.

forming rocks and

minerals.

demonstrate the

measurement techniques

of soil pH, soil moisture,

soil texture etc.

demonstrate the soil

profile in the field.

3. Determination of soil pH.

4. Study of soil profile in the field.

5. Mechanical analysis of soils.


Biswas and Mukharjiee, 1994. Text book of Soil Science (Second

edition).


McGraw Hill Publishing Co., New Delhi


Comp. New York.

Henry. D. Fothk. 1990. Fundamentals of Soil Science (8th edition). India

Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi.

Shah, C. C and Narayana N. K. 1966. Physical properties of soil.

Course: AT -1105: Agricultural

Botany

Credit:

03

Year:

First

Term:

First

Rationale: The course is oriented to provide fundamental and applied

knowledge on systematic botany and morphology of different crops

Course Objective:

To impart knowledge on systematic botany as well as external and

internal morphology of different crops


(ILOs)

Course Content

Section –A

At the end of the course students

will be able to-

define and describe plant

taxonomy, different systems of

classification and system of

nomenclature

illustrate the characteristics,

types , modification and

function of different plant parts

explain distinguishing

characteristics of different families

and their economic importance

1. Introduction: plant taxonomy-

definition, branches, objectives

and uses of taxonomy; brief

history of taxonomy; binomial

nomenclature.

2. External plant morphology:

characteristics, types,

modification (if) and functions

of different plant parts- root,

stem, leaf, inflorescence, flower

and fruit.

3. Systematic botany: the


systematic study (identifying

features) and economic

importance of the following

families-Monocots: Poaceae,

Palmaceae,Araceae ; Dicots-

Leguminosae, Asteraceae,

Cucurbitaceae, Brassicaceae,

Rutaceae, Tiliaceae, Malvaceae,

Solanaceae, Umbelliferae,

Anacardiaceae , Moraceae.

Section –B

describe the characteristics as

well as structure and

functions of plant cell and cell

components

illustrate the classification,

characteristics, structure and

functions of different types of

plant tissue and tissue system

distinguish between different

types of tissues and tissue

system

explain the primary structures

of root, stem and leaf of

monocotyledonous and

dicotyledonous plant

Plant Anatomy

1. Cell : composition , ultra-

structure and functions of the

components of a typical plant

cell; Cell wall - constituents of

cell wall, thickening of cell

wall, pits and plasmodesma.

2. Tissue and tissue systems–

concept and classification,

characteristics

features/structures, functions

and distribution of different

types of plant tissues, primary

structures of root, stem and leaf

of monocot and dicot,

secondary structure of root ,

stem and secondary growth.

3. Embryology: concept, describe

the process of embryology,

development of male and

female gametogenesis and male

gametogenesisis, fertilization

and post fertilization events for

whole plant formation.


Anon., 1998. Fundamenetals of Botany. 2nd ed. Vikas pub. House Pvtg. Ltd.

New Delhi.

Datta, S.C. 2003. Systematic Botany. 4th ed.New Age Int. Ltd. Publisher,

New Dellhi.

Dutta, A.C. 2011. A Class Book of Botany. 7th ed. Oxford Univ. Press,

Calcutta.

Dutta, A.C. 2011. Botany for Degree Students. 4th ed. Oxford Univ. Press,

Calcutta.

Esau, K. 1977. Anatomy of Seed Plants. 2nd Ed. John Wiley, NY.

Gupta, R. K. 2006. Text Book of Systematic Botany. 5th Ed. Atta Ram. Pub.

New Delhi.

Hill, Aj, F. 1992. Economic Botany. 2nd ed., Shreemali.

Maheshwari, P. 2014. An Introduction to the Embryology of Angiosperms.

Surjeet Publication, India

Pandey. B. P. 2011. Botany for Degree Students. 5 th ed. Oxford Univ.

Press, Calcuta

Usher, G. 1992. A Dictionary of Botany. CBS publisher, India

Pursglove, J. W 1990. Tropical Crops. Vol. 1 & 2, Longman, London.

Sharma, O.P. 2012. Plant Taxonomy.2nd ed. Tata Mcgraw- Hill publisher,

New Delhi

Course: AT – 1106: Agricultural

Botany Sessional/Field Work

Credit:

01

Year:

First

Term:

First

Rationale: The course is oriented to provide applied knowledge on

microscopy and morphology of different crops with their economic

importance.

Course Objective:

To apply the acquired knowledge of microscopy as well as external

and internal morphology of different crops in their practical life.

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) Course Content

At the end of the course students will be

able to-

demonstrate external morphological

features of different crops and

identify them.

explain care, handling and storage of

microscope.

exhibit different types of tissues of

root leaf and stem.

prepare temporary slide of different

plant parts.

differentiate the characteristics of

root, stem and leaf.

distinguish different cell organelles of

plant cell.

1. Study of the external

morphology of the

following crops - rice,

maize, wheat, mustard,

sunflower, jute, tobacco,

potato, blackgram, lemon,

mango, jackfruit and

banana.

2. Study of simple and

compound microscope -

care, handling and storage

of microscope.

3. Preparation of temporary

slides; sectioning, staining

and mounting of plant

parts (leaf. root, stem).

4. Microscopic study of the

following - cell

components, cell wall,


middle lamella; different

types of cells in transverse

and longitudinal sections;

tracheids, vessels, wood

fibre, seive tube etc.

5. Anatomical study of stem

and roots of maize, rice,

wheat, jute, groundnut

and sunflower


Anon., 1998. Fundamenetals of Botany. 2nd ed. Vikas pub. House Pvtg.

Ltd. New Delhi.

Datta, S.C. 2003. Systematic Botany. 4th ed. New Age Int. Ltd. Publisher,

New Dellhi.

Dutta, A.C. 2011. A Class Book of Botany. 7th ed. Oxford Univ. Press,

Calcutta.

Dutta, A.C. 2011. Botany for Degree Students. 4th ed. Oxford Univ. Press,

Calcutta.

Esau, K. 1977. Anatomy of Seed Plants. 2nd Ed. John Wiley, NY.

Gupta, R. K. 2006. Text Book of Systematic Botany. 5th Ed. Atta Ram. Pub.

New Delhi.

Hill, Aj. F. 1992. Economic Botany. 2nd ed., Shreemali.

Maheshwari, P. 2014. An Introduction to the Embryology of Angiosperms.

Surjeet Publication, India

Pandey, B. P. 2011. Botany for Degree Students. 5 th ed. Oxford Univ.

Press, Calcuta

Pursglove, J. W. 1990. Tropical Crops. Vol. 1 & 2, Longman, London.

Sharma, O.P. 2012. Plant Taxonomy.2nd ed. Tata Mcgraw- Hill publisher,

New Delhi

Usher, G. 1992. A Dictionary of Botany. CBS publisher, India

Course: Soc-1155: Sociology Credit :

02

Year:

First

Term:

First

Rationale: The graduates are intended to provide knowledge on

sociological aspects of rural life emphasiging on using agricultural

technology.

Course Objective:

To acquire knowledge on different social aspects of rural life viz.

rural family structure, social change, social stratification, culture

etc.

To play an effective role on social life development through

agricultural technology.


(ILOs)

Course Content

Section-A


be able to-

describe the meaning and scope

of rural sociology.

differentiate and identify the

meaning of society, group,

community, association and

institution.

analyze the process of evolution

of societies and causes of

formation of group.

compare between culture and

civilization, ethnocentrism and

xenocentrism, temporocentrism

and cultural relativism.

explain the theory of cultural lag

and its impact on agriculture.

evaluate the theories and agents

of socialization

illustrate the meaning of family

and its function and explain the

position of family in farm

community in Bangladesh.

compare and contrast the social

stratification of urban and rural

community in Bangladesh

comprehend social mobility and

differentiate between horizontal

and vertical mobility.

1. Understanding sociology:

definition, nature and scope of

sociology, development of

sociology, major theoretical

perspectives of sociology,

research in sociology,

necessity of sociology.

2. Basic concepts: society;

community; association;

institution; group; norms;

values and social process.

3. Culture and social

structure: meaning and

elements of culture,

development of culture around

the world, culture and

civilization, definition and

elements of social structure,

social structure in global

perspective.

4. Socialization and

institutions: meaning,

theories and agents of

socialization, major

institutions- family, marriage,

kinship, property, division of

labor, religion, education and

state.

5. Social stratification and

inequality: definition and

theories of social

stratification, determinants

and forms of social

stratification; meaning,

determinants and dimensions

of social inequality; social

mobility.

Section-B

analyze social change and

identify its causes and

6. Changing world: types of

society; social change;

theories of social change,


results/consequences

describe social control and

explain its agencies.

interpret importance of

communication and mass media

in technology transfer in

agriculture.

interpret crime, juvenile

delinquency, unemployment and

illiteracy problem.

explain malthusian optimum

and demographic theories on

population and identify causes

of rapid population growth in

Bangladesh and describe

adverse effect on agriculture.

differentiate social structure of

the different era in Bangladesh

and explain changing political

system and social problems of

Bangladesh

resistance to social change,

technology and social change,

urbanization, industrialization

and social change.

7. Mass media, communication

and collective behavior:

meaning and sociological

perspectives of mass media

and communication; forms and

theories of collective behavior,

new communication

technology and collective

behavior.

8. Deviance, crime and social

control: meaning and

theories of deviance and

crime; juvenile delinquency;

definition and agents of social

control.

9. Population and

environment: theories on

population; basic

demographic process;

population and environment.

10. Changing society of

Bangladesh: social structure

of colonial Bangladesh; neo-

colonialism and the

emergence of Bangladesh;

changing political system and

social problems of

Bangladesh.

Course: Chem-

1159: Chemistry Credit: 03

Year:

First

Term:

First

Rationale: The course is designed to provide students with the knowledge

and practical skills required for careers in analytical chemistry and related

subject areas.

Course Objective:

To provide students with a broad and balanced foundation of chemical

knowledge and practical skill

At the end of the 1. Introduction to chemistry: definition and

course students will

be able to-

discuss about

the nature and

composition of

matter

explain the

atomic

structure and

the periodic

table

analyze

different

chemical

reactions

scope; the nature and composition of matter; the chemical structure of matter.

2. Atomic structure and the periodic table: early views, atomic spectra of hydrogen and the Bohr theory, Bohr-Sommerfield model, quantum number; wave mechanical approach; atomic orbital, build-up elements, the periodic table of the elements, atomic properties and the periodic table.

3. The structure of molecules: the origin of bonding, types of bonding; covalent vs ionic bonding: bond polarity, bonding of some representative molecules and their chemical geometry.

4. Chemical reaction and stoichiometry: synthesis in chemistry, the soichiometry of chemical reactions, precipitation reactions, acid-base reactions and oxidation reduction reactions: ion electron method for balancing redox reactions.

5. Introduction to analytical chemistry: chemical analysis, types of analysis, volumetric analysis: types of volumetric analysis, acid-base titration, oxidation-reduction titration, precipitation titration and complexometric titration, colorimetry and spectrophotometric analysis: Lambert and Beer’s law and its application.

Section –B

narrate various

laws of

thermodynamic

s

explain

physico-

chemical

equilibrium of

chemical

reactions

discuss first

and second

order reactions

conceptualize

organic

chemistry

6. Matter and energy: heat and work: the first law of thermodynamics, heat of reaction; enthalpies, the second law of thermodynamics; entropy, the third law; absolute entropies, a general criterion for spontaneous change; the Gibb’s free energy

7. System in equilibrium: physicalequilibriam; Raoult’s law to dilute solution, non-ideal solution: Henry’s laws, application of Raoult’s law to dilute solution: colligative properties, chemical equilibrium, the law of mass action, equilibrium constant, Lecheteliatr principle, equilibria in ionic solutions, acid-base equilibria, concept of pH and buffer solution.

8. Introduction to organic chemistry: aliphatic hydrocarbon, halogen derivatives of aliphatic hydrocarbon, alcohol, aldehyde, ketones, carboxilic acid, esters and amines; structure,


properties and some representative reactions with special reference to functional groups, modern concepts of the structure of benzene and its derivatives.


Ahmed, M. and. Main, A.I., 1972. A Text Book of Organic Chemistry. 3rd

ed., Ghani Art Press, Bangla Bazar, Dhaka.

Chemistry, The Molecular Science, JOlmsted, Gregory M. Williams, Mosby

Publishers.

Finar, I.L. 1973. Organic Chemistry. Vol. 1, 6th ed. English Laanguage Book

Society.

First Year Chemistry, J.M. Coxon, J. E. Fergusson and L.F. Phillips. Edward

Arnold Pub. Ltd.

Haider, S.Z. 2000. Introduction to Modern Inorganic Chemistry. Students

Publications P.K. Roy Lane, Dhaka.

Hopue, M.M. and Nawab, M.A. 1974. “Principles of Physical Chemistry. 3rd

ed., Students Publications, Dhaka.

Khalique, A. 1971. Organic Chemistry. Ideal Library, Bangla Bazar, Dhaka.

Modern Inorganic Chemistry (4th ed.), G.F. Liptrot, ELBS.

Morrison, R.T. and Boyd, R.N. Organic Chemistry. , Allyn and Bacon, Inc.

New Delhi.

Course: Chem-1160: Chemistry

Sessional

Credit:

01

Year:

First

Term:

First

Rationale: The course is designed to serve students practical skills

required in analytical chemistry and related subject areas.

Objectives:

To develop the ability of students to apply their chemical

knowledge and skills to the solution of theoretical and practical

chemical problems.


(ILOs)

Course Content

At the end of the course the students

will be able to-

prepare different types of

chemical solutions

determine strength of acids and

bases

use different methods of

titration

determine salinity of water

1. Preparation of standard

solutions.

2. Volumetric analysis:

Acid-base titration;

determination of the strength

of acid/base by using standard

base/acid solution respectively.

3. Oxidation-reduction titration:

determination of the amount of

sample

estimate ca and mg from water

samples

iron (in grams per litre) of

the given ferrous sulphate

solution by standard potassium

permanganate solution;

4. Iodometric titration:

determination of the amount

of copper (in grams per litre)

of a given copper sulphate

solution by using standard

sodium thiosulphate solution.

5. Precipitation titration:

determination of salinity of a

water sample

6. Complexometric titration:

determination of Ca and Mg

from water sample.


Ahmed, M. and. Main, A.I., 1972. A Text Book of Organic Chemistry. 3rd

ed., Ghani Art Press, Bangla Bazar, Dhaka.

Chemistry, The Molecular Science, JOlmsted, Gregory M. Williams, Mosby

Publishers.

Finar, I.L. 1973. Organic Chemistry. Vol. 1, 6th ed. English Laanguage Book

Society.

First Year Chemistry, J.M. Coxon, J. E. Fergusson and L.F. Phillips. Edward

Arnold Pub. Ltd.

Haider, S.Z. 2000. Introduction to Modern Inorganic Chemistry., Students

Publications P.K. Roy Lane, Dhaka.

Hopue, M.M. and Nawab, M.A. 1974. “Principles of Physical Chemistry. 3rd

ed., Students Publications, Dhaka.

Khalique, A. 1971. Organic Chemistry. Ideal Library, Bangla Bazar, Dhaka.

Modern Inorganic Chemistry (4th ed.), G.F. Liptrot, ELBS.

Morrison, R.T. and Boyd, R.N. Organic Chemistry. , Allyn and Bacon, Inc.

New Delhi.

Course: Math-1161: Mathematics Credit:

03

Year-

First

Term-

First

Rationale: The course is designed to serve students practical skills related to

higher mathematics.

Objectives: To develop the ability of students to apply their practical

knowledge and skills to the solution of theoretical and practical problems

of mathematics.



Section – A


will be able to:

apply details knowledge about

variables, function and their

graphs.

limit, continuity and

differentiability will help to

learn the nature of the function

by introducing their proper

plotting.

differentiation of various types

of function.

applications of differentiation

and integration in different real

problems related to

agriculture.

Deferential calculus

1. Functions: understanding the

geometric behavior of

elementary functions and

families of curves-

, , ,

, , , domain and

range of functions, graph of

functions.

2. Basics concepts of limit and

continuity

3. Differentiation of different

types of functions e.g.

parametric and explicit etc.

differentials, differentiability

and physical meaning of

differentiation; application of

differentiation.

4. Basics of successive and partial

differentiation

5. Maxima and minima of

functions

Section – B

concept of integration and its

nature.

measuring length of something

by definite integral

calculating area and volume of

some surfaces.

Integral calculus:

6. Basics of integration: definite

and indefinite, proper and

improper integrals,

antiderivative physical meaning

of integration.

7. Methods of integration:

integration by substitution and

integration by parts

8. Definite integrals: properties

and application of definite

integrals


Abdur Rahman A. F.M. and Bhattacharjee P.K. 1989. A Text Book on Co-

Ordinate Geometry with Vector Analysis: tudent way, Bangla Bazar,

Dhaka-1.

Hall, H.S. and Knight S.R. 1961. Higher Agebra. Macmillan and Co. Ltd.

New York.

Mohammad, K. and Bahttacharjee, P.K. 1988. A Text Book on

Differential Calculus: S. Tripaty, 124 Chandanpura, Chittagong.

Mohammad, K. and Battacharjee, P.K. 1987. A Text Book on Integral

Calculus. H. Battacharjee 124 Chandanpura, Chittagong.

Peterson, G.L. 1989. Algebra and Trigonometry. Works worth Publication

Company, Beont, California.

Shahidullah, A.M.A. and Bhattacharjee, P.K.: 1988. A Text Book on

Higher Algebra and Trigonometry. H.L. Bhattacharjee, 124 chandrpura,

Chittagong.


First Year Second Term

Course: AT-1201: Weed

Management

Credit:

02

Year:

First

Term:

Second

Rationale: This course is designed to provide basic knowledge on weeds

and weed management.

Course Objective:

To provide knowledge on weed and weed management for

profitable crop production.


(ILOs) Course Content

Section – A


be able to-

define weed and describe its effect

on crop.

discuss mode of reproduction and

survival of weeds.

explain different factors

governing weed distribution.

narrate crop-weed association,

competition and allelopathy.

1. Introduction: definition,

characteristics and

classification of weeds;

harmful and beneficial

effect of weeds; crop loss

due to weeds.

2. Reproduction and survival

of weeds: propagation,

dispersal and persistence of

weeds, weed seed bank.

3. Distribution of weeds:

distribution of weeds in

relation to land topography,

soil, seasons, crops

agronomic practices.

4. Crop-weed association:

concept and causes; name of

crops with their associated

weeds; crop-weed

competition - concept,

critical period and factors

affecting crop-weed

competition; allelopathy and

allelochemicals.

Section-B

explain weed management

principles

formulate guidelines on weed

management strategies.

describe herbicides with their

uses, selectivity and mode of

5. Weed management: concept and principles;

prevention, eradication and

control methods;

mechanical, cultural,

biological and chemical

action.

explain herbicidal effect on crop

and environment.

methods of weed control;

integrated weed

management.

6. Herbicides: classification,

formulation and mode of

action of herbicides;

selectivity of herbicides,

factors affecting selectivity;

methods, doses and time of

herbicides application;

factors affecting the foliage

and soil applied herbicides;

herbicidal weed control in

major crops of Bangladesh-

rice, wheat, jute, cotton,

sugarcane; effect of

herbicides on crops and

environment.


Gupta, O. P. 1998. Modern Weed Management. Agro-botanica, Bikaner,

India.

Hance, R.J. and Holy, K. 1990. Weed Control Hand Book: Vol.-11,

Blackweel Scientific Publication, Oxford, London.

Karim, S. M. R and Kabir, M. H. 1995. BangladesherAgachaPorichiti.

Bangla Academy. Dhaka.

Rao, V. S. 1994. Principles of Weed Science. Oxford & IBH pub. Co. Pvt.

Ltd. New Delhi.

Subramanian, S. Mohamed Ali, A. and Jayakumar, R. 1997. All About

Weed Control, Kalyni Publishers, New Delhi.

Course: AT-1202: Weed

Management Sessional/Field Work

Credit

Hour: 01

Year:

First

Term:

Second

Rationale: This course is planned to provide practical knowledge on

weeds and their control

Course Objective:

To identify weeds and their management for crop production.

Intended Learning

Outcomes (ILOs)

Course Content

At the end of the course 1. Identification of common weeds and



describe external

morphology of some

important weeds of

Bangladesh.

identify different weed

species.

calculate and apply

herbicides in crop field.

explain herbicidal

effect on crop and

weed.

preparation of a herbarium.

2. Morphological study of major weeds of

Bangladesh emphasizing their

propagating organs.

3. Practice weed control measures.

4. Calculation of herbicide dosage;

calibration of sprayer.

5. Practicing herbicide application by

different methods; determination of the

efficiency of different sprayers/methods.

Observation of the effect of herbicides on

crop and weed.


Gupta, O. P. 1998. Modern Weed Management. Agro-botanica, Bikaner,

India.

Hance, R.J. and Holy, K. 1990. Weed Control Hand Book: Vol.-11,

Blackweel Scientific Publication, Oxford, London.

Karim, S. M. R and Kabir, M. H. 1995. BangladesherAgachaPorichiti.

Bangla Academy. Dhaka.

Rao, V. S. 1994. Principles of Weed Science. Oxford & IBH pub. Co. Pvt.

Ltd. New Delhi.

Subramanian, S. Mohamed Ali, A. and Jayakumar, R. 1997. All About

Weed Control, Kalyni Publishers, New Delhi

Course: AT – 1203: Fundamentals of

Horticulture

Credit:

02

Year:

First

Term:

Second

Rationale: The graduates are expected to provide services on horticulture

and relevant issues which require them to gain knowledge on fundamental

horticulture, propagation techniques, nursery practices, pruning-training

and handling of horticultural crops.

Course Objectives:

To obtaining knowledge on basic horticulture and its present

status in home and abroad

To acquiring knowledge on propagation techniques.

To practices planting systems and nursery management for

horticultural crops.

To be acquainted with bearing habits, pruning-training, harvesting

and handling practices for horticultural crops.

Intended Learning

Outcomes (ILOs) Course Content

Section – A:


students will be able to:

classify horticulture to

acknowledge its

historical development.

identify the importance

and scopes of

horticulture.

differentiate various

propagation techniques

with their practical

applications.

select the principles and

basic practices for

raising horticultural

crops.

1. Introduction: definition, history,

branches, scope and importance of

horticulture.

2. Propagation of horticultural

crops: definition, methods ofplant

propagation and their advantages and

disadvantages; uses of growth

regulators in propagation,

propagation by specialized plant

parts - graftage, cuttage, layerage,

apomixis and polyembryony; factors

affecting root initiation in cutting

and layering; incompatibility in

grafting; principles and practices of

raising horticultural crops.

3. Principles and practices in

horticulture: principles of planning

an orchard, flower and vegetable

garden; site selection for orchards,

vegetables and ornamentals.

Section-B:

prepare layout of different

planting systems for


illustarte horticulture

nursery management

practices.

discuss pruning-training

practices and bearing

habits of horticultural

crops.

aquest with the harvesting

and handling practices of


4. Planting system: planting methods,

layout of orchard in different

planting system, soil and land

preparation, plant spacing, manure

and fertilizer application, irrigation

and drainage, intercultural operations

5. Nursery practices: horticulture

nursery, different sections of

horticulture nursery, nursery bed

preparation, raising of seedlings in

nursery beds; potting, depotting and

repotting; factors affecting spacing,

irrigation and fertilizer doses;

calendar of nursery activities,

different type of protecting structures

(green house, lathe house, net house,

mist propagation unit, hot bed, cold

frame) and protection measures in

them.


6. Introduction to pruning, training

and bearing habit: concepts,

objectives, principles, methods, types

and effects of pruning and training,

bearing habit and its classification.

7. Harvesting and handling of

horticultural crops: harvesting,

sorting, grading, packaging,

transportation and marketing of



Acqueah, G. 2009. Horticulture principles and practices. 2nd edition.

International Book Distributing Co.

Andriance and Brison. 2000. Propagation of Horticultural plants. McGraw

Hill Book Company, N. Y.

Bose, T.K; S.K. Mitra and M.K Sadhu. 2001. Propagation of Tropical and

Subtropical Horticultural crops. Nayaprokash. 206, BidhanSarani,

Calcutta-6, India.

Christopher, E.P. 1998. Introductory Horticulture. Macmillan Co., New

York.

Edmond, J.B; T.L. Senn; F.S. Andrews and R.G. Halfacre. 2002.

Fundamentals of Horticulture. McGraw Hill Book Company. New York.

Gupta, S. N. and Naik, K. B.2008. Instant Horticulture. 4th edition. Shri

Sunil Kumar Jain for Jain Brothers (New Delhi).

Hartman, H.T.; D.E. Kester and F.T. Davies Jr. 2004. Plant propagation:

Principles and practices. Prentice Hall International Inc.

Jules Janicks. 2000. Horticultural science. Purdue University, Sanfransisko,

USA.

Prasad, S. and Kumar, U.2008. Principles of Horticulture. 2nd edition. Dr.

UpdeshPurohit for Agrobios (India), Joypur.

Rahim, M. A.2009. Nursery Plants. 1st edition. Published by Hossain,

Alam and Rahim, JahangirnagarUniversity,Savar, Dhaka-1342,

Bangladesh.

Samson, J.A. 2001. Tropical Fruits. Longman London and New York.

Sandini, M. G. 1911. Plant propagation and nursery management manual.

Singh, N. P. 2006. Terminology of Horticulture. International Book

Distributing Co., Charbagh, Lucknow, India.

Course: AT – 1204: Fundamentals of

Horticulture Sessional and Field Work

Credit:

01

Year:

First

Term:

Second

Rationale: The course is designed to develop skills and practical

knowledge of students on various propagation techniques, layout, pruning-

training and cultural practices for horticultural crops to deliver better

services to the farming community.

Course objectives:

To be practice with important propagation practices for

horticultural crops

To perform knowledge on cultural practices necessary for orchard

and horticultural nurseries

To develop skill on the harvesting methods and postharvest

handling practices for horticultural crops.

Intended Learning outcomes

(ILOs)

Course Content


will be able to:

develop skillon propagation

techniques for horticultural

crops.

select and layout

appropriate planting system

for horticultural crops.

practice different cultural

practices done for

horticultural crops in

orchards and nurseries.

handle the harvesting and

postharvest post hervest

operation for horticultural

crop.

1. Propagation practices of

important ornamental and fruit

plants.

2. Identification and uses of nursery

equipments.

3. Pruning and training practices of

important horticultural crops.

4. Practices on potting, depotting

and repotting of plant.

5. Practicing layout in different

planting systems.

6. Preparation of seedbed and

nursery bed.

7. Practices on different intercultural

operations.

8. Harvesting methods of

horticultural crop


Acqueah, G. 2009. Horticulture principles and practices. 2nd edition.

International Book Distributing Co.

Andriance and Brison. 2000. Propagation of Horticultural plants. McGraw

Hill Book Company, N. Y.

Bose, T.K; S.K. Mitra and M.K Sadhu. 2001. Propagation of Tropical and

Subtropical Horticultural crops. Nayaprokash. 206, BidhanSarani, Calcutta

India.

Christopher, E.P. 1998. Introductory Horticulture. Macmillan Co., New

York.


Edmond, J.B; T.L. Senn; F.S. Andrews and R.G. Halfacre. 2002.

Fundamentals of Horticulture. McGraw Hill Book Company. New York.

Gupta, S. N. and Naik, K. B.2008. Instant Horticulture. 4th edition. Shri Sunil

Kumar Jain for Jain Brothers (New Delhi).

Hartman, H.T.; D.E. Kester and F.T. Davies Jr. 2004. Plant propagation:

Principles and practices. Prentice Hall International Inc.

Jules Janicks. 2000. Horticultural science. Purdue University, Sanfransisko,

USA.

Prasad, S. and Kumar, U.2008. Principles of Horticulture. 2nd edition. Dr.

UpdeshPurohit for Agrobios (India), Joypur.

Rahim, M. A.2009. Nursery Plants. 1st edition. Published by Hossain, Alam

and Rahim, JahangirnagarUniversity,Savar, Dhaka-1342, Bangladesh.

Samson, J.A. 2001. Tropical Fruits. Longman London and New York.

Sandini, M. G. 1911. Plant propagation and nursery management manual.

Singh, N. P. 2006. Terminology of Horticulture. International Book

Distributing Co., Charbagh, Lucknow, India.

Course: AT-1205: Introductory

Animal and Poultry Science

Credit:

02 Year: First

Term:

Second

Rationale: This course is oriented to provide fundamental issues related to

livestock and poultry production.

Course Objective:

To teach the learners about different elementary issues of animal

and poultry science.


(ILOs)

Course Content

Section – A



classify different species of

livestock.

explain the importance and

constraints of livestock

production in Bangladesh

and ways to overcome it.

compare different breeds

of cattle, sheep and goats.

judge cattle for various

purposes.

1. Introduction: definition and scope

of animal husbandry and animal

science; zoological classification of

livestock; importance of livestock

and its economic impact on farming

system of Bangladesh; constraints of

livestock production in Bangladesh

and ways to overcome the problems;

terminology related to livestock

production; castration of cattle.

2. Types and uses of livestock: large

ruminants- classification according

to use; origin and characteristics of

important tropical and temperate

dairy breeds; principles of selection

and judging of dairy, small

ruminants- importance of goat and

sheep and their effect on rural

economy; origin and characteristics

of important breeds of goats.

Section-B

define ecology and animal

ecology

discuss fundamentals of

animal behavior

compare major climatic

zones of the animal world

narrate physiological and

environmental factors

related to livestock

production

discuss importance,

constraints and way to

overcome the constraints in

poultry production

discuss origin and

characteristics of different

breeds and varieties of

chickens.

state housing objectives

and its types.

3. Livestock ecology: definition and

branches of ecology; relationship of

ecology with other disciplines;

behavior of domestic animals;

components of the livestock ecology

wheel; characteristics of major

climatic zones of the animal world;

physiological and environmental

factors related to dairy and beef cattle

production; acclimatization of exotic

cattle in Bangladesh.

4. Poultry: Introduction to poultry and

poultry science; history, origin and

domestication of poultry;

characteristics of poultry birds;

importance of poultry and its

economic impact on the farming

system of Bangladesh; zoological

classification; constraints of poultry

production in Bangladesh and ways to

overcome the problems; terminology;

classification and characteristics of

different classes of poultry; origin and

characteristics of important breeds

and varieties of chicken; modern

strains of chicken; housing-objectives,

types, requisites of good housing

equipment.


Banerjee, G.C. 2011. A Text Book of Animal Husbandry. 8th Ed., Oxford

and IBH Publishing Co. Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi.

Charles, B. Animal Ecology. Sidgwick and Jackson Ltd., London.

Gopalkrishna, C. A. and Lal, G.M.M. 1994. Livestock and Poultry

Enterprises for Rural Development. Vikas Publishing Housing Ltd. 576


Masjid Road Jangpura, New Delhi-110014.

Kumar, A. 2006. Animal Husbandry. First Ed., Discovery Publishing

House, New Delhi.

Prasad, J. 2010. Goat, Sheep and Pig Production and Management. Kalyani

Publishers, New Delhi.

Ranjhan, S. K. Animal Husbandry in the Tropics.

Sastry, N.S.R. and Thomas, C.K. 2005. Livestock Production Management.

Fourth Ed., Kalyani Publishers, New Delhi.

Singh, R. 2009. Essentials of Animal Production and Management. Second

Ed., Kalyani Publishers, New Delhi.

Verma, P. S. Animal Physiology and Ecology. S. Chand and Co. Ram

Nagar, Delhi, India.

Verman, D.N. 2005. A Text Book of Livestock Production Management in

Tropic. Kalyani Publishers, New Delhi.

Williamson, G and Payne, W. J. A. An Introduction to Animal Husbandry

in the Tropics. English Language Book Society and Longman Group Ltd.

Course: AT-1206: Introductory Animal

and Poultry Science Sessional/Field

Work

Credit:

01

Year:

First

Term:

Second

Rationale: This course is oriented to provide students applied knowledge

on animal and poultry production. The purpose is to apply the practical

knowledge on animal and poultry production

Course Objective:

To teach the learners practically about different aspects of animal

and poultry science

Learning Outcomes (ILOs) Course Content


will be able to:

approach and handle livestock

determine different body points of

cattle

distinguish different breeds of

cattle and goats

determine live weight of livestock

recognize record keeping of farm

animals

identify different body parts of

chickens and ducks

identify different breeds of

1. Approach and handling of

livestock and different points

of cattle.

2. Identification of different

breeds of cattle.

3. Methods of determining body

measurements and live

weight of livestock.

4. Record keeping of farm

animals and collection of data

related to livestock

production.

5. Introduction to different body

chicken and ducks parts of chicken and ducks.

6. Identification of different

breeds and strains of chicken.

7. Visits of govt. and private

farms of poultry, cattle, goats

and buffaloes.




Gopalkrishna, C. A. and Lal, G.M.M. 1994. Livestock and Poultry

Enterprises for Rural Development. Vikas Publishing Housing Ltd. 576

Masjid Road Jangpura, New Delhi-110014.

Kumar, A. 2006. Animal Husbandry. First Ed., Discovery Publishing

House, New Delhi.

Prasad, J. 2010. Goat, Sheep and Pig Production and Management. Kalyani


Sastry, N.S.R. and Thomas, C.K. 2005. Livestock Production Management.

Fourth Ed., Kalyani Publishers, New Delhi.

Singh, R. 2009. Essentials of Animal Production and Management. Second

Ed., Kalyani Publishers, New Delhi.

Verma, P. S. Animal Physiology and Ecology. S. Chand and Co. Ram

Nagar, Delhi, India.

Verman, D.N. 2005. A Text Book of Livestock Production Management in

Tropic. Kalyani Publishers, New Delhi.

Course: AT- 1207: Introductory

Entomology

Credit:

03

Year:

First

Term:

Second

Rationale: The course is designed to focus on the fundamental knowledge

of entomology emphasizing its introduction, history, morphology and

finally systematic entomology.

Course Objectives:

To provide knowledgeon different fundamental issues of

entomology

To be acquainted with insect morphology

To acquire knowledge on systematic entomology

IntendedLearning Outcomes (ILOs) Course Content

Section – A


will be able to:

comprehend historical

development of entomology.

chracterize arthropods.

1. Introduction: concept and

historical development of

entomology.

2. Arthropoda: general

characteristics; classification with


illustrate importance of

insects, spiders and mites in

agriculture.

state external morphology of

insects.

explain structure and

function of insect

integument.

explain moulting and

metamorphosis.

characterize larvae and

pupae

diagnostic features; evolution of

insects (phylogeny); characteristics

of insect, arachnida, crustacea and

their relatives, importance of

insects, spiders and mites in

agriculture.

3. Insect morphology: external

morphology of insects; insect body

parts; head, thorax and abdomen,

various types of antennae,

mouthparts and legs; basic pattern

of wing venation; modification of

insect wings; structure and

function of insect integument.

4. Moulting and metamorphosis:

definitions and importance; steps

and mechanism of moulting; types

of metamorphosis; types of larvae

and pupae of insects.

Section-B

characterize different insect

orders and families with

their EI and habitat.

identify different insects.

Systematic Entomology:

5. Orders of insects: classification

and diagnostic characteristics of

the orders of insects and their

agricultural importance.

6. Diagnostic characteristics of the

important families of the orders:

Thysanura, Odonata, Orthoptera,

Dictyoptera, Thysanoptera,

Dermaptera, Isoptera, Anoplura,

Hemiptera, Homoptera,

Lepidoptera, Coleoptera, Diptera,

Hymenoptera, Strepsiptera and

Ephimeroptera.


Sana D.L. Fundamentals of Entomology

Richards M.A., D. Sc., F.R.S. and R. G. Davies M.Sc. 1977. IMMS’

General Textbook of Entomology. 10th edition, Springer, Netherlands.

Richards, O. W. and Davies, R. G. 1978. IMMS’ Outlines of

Entomology.Chapman & Hall, New York, New York, U.S.A.

Snodgrass R. E. 1993. Principles of Insect Morphology. Cornell University

Press, Ithaca, New York, United States.

Snodgrass. 2004. Principles of Insect Morphology. 5th edition, CBS

Publishers & Distributors Pvt. Ltd, India.

Tembhare D. B.1984. A Text Book of Insect Morphology, Physiology and

Endocrinology. S. Chand Press, New Delhi , India.

Course: AT- 1208: Introductory

Entomology Sessional/Field work

Credit:

01

Year:

First

Term

:Second

Rationale: The sessional is designed to provide practical knowledge on

methods of insect collection, preservation, slide preparation and

identification of insects belonging to different orders and families.

Course Objectives:

To acquire knowledge on methods of collection, preparation and

preservation of insects

To be acquainted practically with morphological feature of

insects

To identify insects belonging to different orders and families




will be able to:

collect insects and mitesfor

preservation.

prepare slides of different body

partsof insect

recognize the external

morphology of insect.

identify economically important

insects in Bangladesh.

1. Methods of collection,

preparation and preservation

of insect eggs, immature and

adult stages, spiders and

mites.

2. Preparation of temporary and

permanent slides of antennae,

mouthparts, legs, wings and

scales of insects.

3. External morphology of

grasshopper, various types of

antennae, legs, mouthparts

and wings of insects.

4. Collection and identification

of insects of economic

importance in Bangladesh.

5. Field trips.

Teaching References

Richards M. A., D.Sc. F.R.S. and R. G. Davies M.Sc. 1977. IMMS’

General Textbook of Entomology. 10th edition, Springer, Netherlands.

Richards, O. W. and Davies, R. G. 1978. IMMS’ Outlines of Entomology.


Chapman & Hall, New York, New York, U.S.A.

Snodgrass R. E. 1993. Principles of Insect Morphology. Cornell

University Press, Ithaca, New York, United States.

Snodgrass. 2004. Principles of Insect Morphology. 5th edition, CBS

Publishers & Distributors Pvt. Ltd, India.

Tembhare D. B. 1984. A Text Book of Insect Morphology, Physiology and

Endocrinology. S. Chand Press, New Delhi , India.

Course: AT – 1209: Biochemistry Credit:

03

Year:

First

Term:

Second

Rationale: The course is designed to provide basic knowledge on

macromolecules, enzymes, vitamins and their metabolism.

Course Objective:

To acquaint the students various aspects of macromolecules,

enzymes, vitamins and metabolism in living organism.

Intended Learning


Section – A



narrate history, scope

and prospect of

biochemistry

classify carbohydrates

characterize physical

and chemical properties

of carbohydrates

explain the physical

and chemical properties

of protein

categorize fatty acid,

fat and lipid

differentiate among fat,

oil and waxes

explain physical and

chemical properties as

well as functions of

nucleic acids

1. Introduction: history, scope and future

prospect of biochemistry.

2. Carbohydrates: nomenclature,

occurrence, classification, physical and

chemical properties; composition and

chemical linkages of polysaccharides

with special reference to starch,

cellulose and cell wall polysaccharides.

3. Proteins: definition, classification,

physical and chemical properties,

amino acids and peptides, essential

amino acids, plant protein – leaf, seed

and cereal protein, biological value of

animal and plant proteins.

4. Lipids: definition, classification,

general reaction of fats, fatty acids and

essential fatty acid, characterization of

fats, oils and waxes, phospholipids,

biological function of lipid.

5. Nucleic acids: occurrence, composition

and classification, physical and

chemical properties, Watson – Cricks

DNA model, types of RNA, important

functions of nucleic acid.

Section-B

state enzyme.

expalin mode of action

of enzyme.

illustrate vitamins with

their functions and

deficiency symptom.

generate idea on

metabolism

characterize secondary

metabolites

6. Enzymes: nomenclature, classifica-

tion, characteristics structure, mode of

action of enzymes, factors affecting

enzyme activity, enzyme kinetics,

enzyme inhibition, biological role of

enzyme

7. Vitamins: definition, occurrence and

classification, physical and chemical

properties; physiological functions of

vitamins.

8. Metabolism: anabolism and

catabolism, central pathway of

metabolism and anaplerotic pathway,

carbohydrate, fat and protein

metabolism and their relationship;

distinguishing features of plant

metabolism; glyoxalic acid cycle and

alpha oxidation and beta oxidation

9. Secondary metabolites: origin, types,

distribution and functions in plant.

Teaching References

Conn, E.E. and Stumpe, P.K. 1987. Outlines of Biochemistry, 5th ed. J.

Wiley and Sons, New York.



Goodwin and Mercer. 2003. Introduction to Plant Biochemistry. 2nd, CBS

Publishers and Distributors. New Delhi, India.

Jeremy, M. B., Tymoczko, J.L, and Stryer, L. 2002. Biochemistry. WH

Freeman.

Karet, R.L., Denniston, K.J. and Topping, J.J. 1997. Principles and

Applications of Inorganic, Organic and Biological Chemistry. WCB,

McGraw-Hill

Kretovich, V.H., Nowarowski, T.Z. and Clarke, A.J. 1996. Principles of

Plant Biochemistry. Pergamon Press. Oxford. London, New York. Paris.

Krogmann, D.W. 1993. The Biochemistry of Green Plants. Prentice Hall of

India Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi.

Nelson, D. L. and Cox, M, M. 2007. Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry.

WH Freeman and Company.


Srivastava, L. L. 2004. Concepts of Biochemistry. CBS Publishers and

Distributors. New Delhi, Bangalore.

Verma, S.K. and Verma, M. 2012. A Text Book of Plant Physiology and

Biochemistry. S. Chand and Co. Ltd. New Delhi.

West, E.S., Todd, W.R. Mason, S.M. and Van Bruggen J.T. 1967. Text Book

of Biochemistry, Mcmilan Co. New York.

Wilson, K. and Walker, J (eds.). 1995. Practical Biochemistry- Principles

and Techniques. Cambridge University Press.

Course: AT-1210: Biochemistry

Sessional/FW

Credit:

01

Year:

First

Term:

Second

Rationale: This course is synchronized to qualitative and quantitative

analysis of carbohydrate, protein and vitamin C and also various aspects of

buffer solution, chromatography and spectrophotometry.

Course Objective:

To provide applied knowledge on identification and estimation of

carbohydrate, protein and vitamin C and also about different

aspects of chromatography and spectrophotometry.




will be able to:

prepare buffer solution and

determine pH.

identify protein and CHO by color

test.

demonstrate the quantitative

estimation of protein, vitamin c

and starch from desired plant

sample.

display chromatographic and

spectrophotometry techniques.

1. Preparation of buffer

solutions and determination

of their pH.

2. Colour tests for proteins and

carbohydrates.

3. Estimation of protein and

starch of a plant sample.

4. Quantitative estimation of

ascorbic acid in plant sample.

5. Paper chromatographic

separation of amino acids and

sugars.

6. GAS, column, TLC, HPLC,

spectrophotometry.

Teaching References





Goodwin and Mercer. 2003. Introduction to Plant Biochemistry. 2nd CBS

Publishers and Distributors. New Delhi, India.

Jeremy, M. B., Tymoczko, J.L, and Stryer, L. 2002. Biochemistry. WH

Freeman.



McGraw-Hill.



McGraw-Hill.

Kretovich, V.H., Nowarowski, T.Z. and Clarke, A.J. 1996. Principles of

Plant Biochemistry. Pergamon Press. Oxford. London, New York. Paris.

Krogmann, D.W. 1993. The Biochemistry of Green Plants. Prentice Hall of

India Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi.

Nelson, D. L. and Cox, M. M. 2007. Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry.

WH Freeman and Company.

Srivastava, L. L. 2004. Concepts of Biochemistry. CBS Publishers and

Distributors. New Delhi, Bangalore.

Verma, S.K. and Verma, M. 2012. A Text Book of Plant Physiology and

Biochemistry. S. Chand and Co. Ltd. New Delhi.

West, E.S., Todd, W.R. Mason, S.M. and Van Bruggen J.T. 1967. Text Book

of Biochemistry, Mcmilan Co. New York.

Wilson, K. and Walker, J (eds.). 1995. Practical Biochemistry- Principles

and Techniques. Cambridge University Press.

Course: AT- 1211: Comprehension

and Communication Skills in English

Credit:

02

Year:

First

Term:

Second

Rationale:The course is designed to develop communicative competence

and communication skills of the undergraduate students.

Objective:

To make students competent in communicative skills.



Section-A


will be able to-

apply how to transform one

part of speech into another

part

differentiate between

1. Processes of word formation and

transformation, proper use of arts

of speech.

2. Basic sentence structures.

3. Clauses and phrases.

4. Joining sentences, transformation


clauses and phrases

frame w/h questions

explicate the elements of

reading

elucidate the process of note

taking

of sentences, framing W/H

questions.

Prospective of reading; elements of

reading: vocabulary, syntax and

meaning; reading strategies: intensive

and extensive reading, scanning and

skimming, prediction and inference,

reader’s expectation, contextual

understanding and understanding the

whole text, effective note-taking.

Section-B

implement the notions of

speking

explain mechanics in

writing

place themselves as ideal

listener

1. Art of good speaking, notions and

functions, speaker-listener rapport,

intonation and stress.

2. Process of writing, understanding

academic writing: features and

elements.

3. Mechanics in writing: capitalization

and punctuation.

4. Generating ideas for a writing task;

drafting and supporting ideas with

evidence; integrating data and

graphics into texts.

5. Modes of writing; writing task:

paragraph, essay, summary, precis,

report, abstract, letter of

application, assignment,

examination paper.

6. Guidelines for developing listening

skills, role of good listener,

listening comprehension.


1. Quirk, Randolph. And Greenbaum, Sidney. A University of Grammar

of English. Chennai: Longman, 2000

2. Hornby. A.S. Oxford Learner’s Dictionary of Current English

3. Thompson and Martinet, A Practical English Grammar

4. Sharma, R.C & Mohan, K. Business Correspondence and Report

Writing (2 Ed.). New Delhi: TataMcGraw-Hill Publishing Co. Ltd.,

1999.

5. Pease, A. Body Language (New Ed.), New Delhi: Sudha Publications

Pvt.Ltd.. 1999.

6. Heffernan, A.W.J. Writing: A College Handbook, Fifth Edition, New

York and London: Norton. 2000.

7. Lewis, Norman , Ho to Read Better and Faster

8. Sinha, K.K. Business Communication, New Delhi: Galgotia Publishing

Co.,

Course: CSE – 1250: Word

Processing and Spread Sheet

Analysis

Credit:1.5 First:

Year

Term:

Second

Rationale: This course is designed to provide basic knowledge on

computer, microsoft office and spread sheet package.

Objectives: To acquaint students with the basic principles and fundamental

applications of computer.


(ILOs)

Contents


be able to-

apply the principles of word

processing and spread sheet

analysis

1. Introduction to computer.

2. Detailed practice of word

processing using

contemporary word

processing packages.

3. Spread sheet analysis using

contemporary spread sheet

packages.

Teaching References: Glenn H.M. Introduction to Computer system.

McGraw Hill


Second Year First Term

Course Title: AT-2101: Fundamentals of

Plant Pathology

Credit:

03

Year:

Second

Term:

First

Rationale: Introduction and orientation regarding historical events of plant

pathology, general symptoms and acquaintance to different causal agents of

plant disease for crop productions. Students will gain knowledgeon these

topics to assist crop management

Course Objectives:

To acquaint the students with the historical events of plant pathology,

importance and general symptoms of plant diseases and also with

fungus, bacteria, nematode, viruses and phanerogamic parasites

Intended Learning

Outcomes (ILOs)

Course Content

Section – A

At the end of the course, the


depict basic terms of

plant pathology and

importance of plant

diseases.

point out the main events

in the history of plant

pathology

state causes and

symptoms of plant

diseases

characterize fungi

describe orders and

families of fungi

1. Introduction to plant pathology and

its history: Introduction to plant

pathology, brief history of plant

pathology, significance of plant

diseases with special reference to

Bangladesh, causes of plant diseases,

general symptoms of plant diseases.

2. Introduction to fungi: General

characteristics of fungi including

morphology, reproduction and

nutrition, nomenclature and

classification of fungi. study of the

following genera including their

families and orders Achlya,

Synchytrium, Pythium, Phytophthora,

Peronospora, Albugo, Rhizopus,

Saccharomyces, Penicillium,

Aspergillus, Erysiphe, Claviceps,

Puccinia, Ustilago, Agaricus. Detailed

study of the orders, families, genera of

deuteromycotina.

Section-B

illustrate plant

pathogenic bacteria

express viruses, viroids,

micoplasma, nematode

and parasitic

phanarogams

3. Introduction to bacteria: General

morphology, reproduction and

nutrition, classification and

characteristics of plant pathogenic

bacteria, types of bacterial diseases,

ecology and spread, symptoms of

explain the mechanism

of viral transmission and

rickettsia like organisms

identify belowground

and above ground

symptoms of nemic,

bacterial, viral diseases

and their control

measures

classify phanerogamic

parasites

bacterial diseases with examples,

control of bacterial diseases of plants.

4. Introduction to plant viruses and

mycoplasmas: Characteristics of plant

viruses, physical and chemical

structures; transmission, identification

and classification of viruses; symptoms

caused by plant viruses, control of viral

diseases; viroids, mycoplasmas and

other ultra-microscopic organisms.

5. Introduction to plant parasitic

nematodes: Morphology, anatomy,

physiology, feeding mechanism and

reproduction; classification of plant

parasite nematodes; symptoms of

nemic diseases with examples. Control

of nemic diseases.

6. Plant diseases caused by parasitic

phanerogams: Definition,

classification, description of important

phenerogamic parasites.

Teaching References

Agrios, G.N. 2012. Plant Pathology. 5th ed. Academic press, New York.

Alexopoulos, C Mims, J C Blackwell, W M. Introductory Mycology.

4thedition, John wiley and sons. Inc. New York chic esters Brisbane Toronto

Singapore.

Alexopoulos, C.J. and Mims, C.W. 1979. Introductory Mycology. 3rd ed.

John Willey and Sons, New York.

Asrafuzzaman, H. 1991. A Text Book of Plant Pathology. Bangladesh

Agricultural Research Council, Dhaka.

Boss, L. 1983. Introduction to Plant Virolology. Centre for Agricultural

Publishing and Documentation, Wagenigen, Netherlands.

Dube, H.C. An Introduction to fungi. Second edition. Vikas publishing house

pvt. Ltd. New Delhi.

Mehrotra, R.S. Aneja, K R. An Introduction to Mycology. New age

international publishers.

Mian, I.H. 1996. Introduction to Nematology. 2nd ed. Published by Royea

Begum, Residential Campus, Institute of Postgraduate Studies in

Agriculture, Gazipur-1703, Bangladesh.

Mrinal K.Dasgupta. 1998, Phytonematology. First Edition. Nayaprokash,

Calcutta

Nene Y.L. and Thapliyal, P. N. Fungicides in plant disease control.3rd

edition. Oxford and IBH publishing co. pvt. Ltd.

Singh R.S. Plant disease, 7th edition, Oxford and IBH publishing co. pvt. Ltd.


New Delhi

Singh, R.S Introduction to principles of Plant Pathology, fourth edition.

Oxford and IBH publishing co. pvt. Ltd, New Delhi

Vashista, B. R. Botany for degree students fungi. S. Chand and company,

ram nagar, New Delhi.

Verma. H.K. A text book of fungi. First published 2012, random

publications. New Delhi.

Course Title: AT-2102: Fundamentals of

Plant Pathology Sessional/Field Work

Credit:

03

Year:

Second

Term:

First

Rationale: This course is oriented to provide knowledge about use and

management of laboratory equipment’s and glass wares and identification

and characterization of important fungi, nematode and phanerogamic

parasites.

Course Objectives:

To study about use and care of laboratory equipment’s

To practice of different laboratory techniques of plant pathology

To identify different fungi, nematode and phanerogamic parasites.



be able to:

use and care different laboratory

instruments properly

handle different types of

microscope

prepare slides for microscopic

observation

prepare different kinds of culture

media

sterilize media and other

laboratory materials

isolate nematodes from diseased

plant materials and soil.

characterize and identify

important fungi and

phanerogamic parasites

1. Cleaning of glassware and

laboratory instruments.

2. The microscopy: care and

handling of light microscope.

3. Preparation and observation of

microscopic slides.

4. Methods of sterilization.

5. Preparation of culture media.

6. Isolation and identification of

nematodes from diseased plant

materials and soil.

7. Study of the following fungi:

Pythium, Rhizopus,

Aspergillus, Penicillum,

Agaricus, Curvularia,

Fusarium, Rhizoctonia,

Sclerotium.

8. Phanerogamic parasites

(Cuscuta, Loranthus, Striga

and Orobanche)





Asrafuzzaman, M.H. 1976. Laboratory Manual of Plant Pathology.

Department of Plant Pathology, Bangladesh Agricultural University,

Mymenshing.

Barnett H. L and Hunter Barry B. Illustrated genera of imperfect fungi.

Third edition. Burgess publishing company, USA.

DhingraOnkar D. and Sinclair James B. Basic Plant pathology methods,

First edition (1985) and Second edition (1995), Lewis publishers is an

imprint of CRC press.

Mian, I.H. 1995. Methods in Plant Pathology. IPSA-JICA Project

Publication. Institute of Postgraduate Studies in Agriculture, Gazipur-1703,

Bangladesh.

AT - 2103: Plant Physiology Credit:

03

Year:

Second

Term:

First

Rationale: This course is designed to introduce different physiological

processes and metabolic activities of plant.

Course Objective:

To gain knowledge of different physiological processes of plant

in relation to plant growth and development


(ILOs)

Course Content

Section – A



describe water potential,

diffusion, osmosis,

plasmolysis and imbibition.

state the mechanism of

water and mineral

absorption.

conceptualize transpiration

analyse the structure and

role of photosynthetic

apparatus and pigment

system

differentiate the mechanism

of light and dark reaction.

evaluate the types of

translocation.,

1. Introduction and scope of plant

physiology.

2. Absorption of water and mineral

nutrients: water relations- water

potential, diffusion, osmosis,

plasmolysis and imbibition;

concept and theories of water

absorption; ascent of sap- concept

and theories; absorption of mineral

nutrients- mechanism and theories.

3. Transpiration: types, mechanisms

and theories; factors affecting

transpiration and significance of

transpiration.

4. Photosynthesis: photosynthetic

apparatus and pigment systems;

light reaction - two pigment

systems, photophosphorylation,

energy relations and


recognize partitioning of

assimilates in plant.

illustrate different types of

respiration, respiratory

quotient and

photorespiration.

describe different

respiratory pathways.

photosynthetic efficiency; dark

reactions - C3, C4 and CAM

pathways; factors influencing

photosynthesis; role of

photosynthesis.

5. Translocation: concept, types of

translocation, source – sink

relationship and partitioning of

assimilates in plant.

6. Respiration: definition,

significance, types, respiratory

substrates, respiratory quotient;

aerobic and anaerobic respiration-

glycolysis, Kreb’s cycle, hexose

monophosphate shunt (HMP);

oxidation; electron transport

system; factors affecting

respiration; energetics in relation

to respiration; photorespiration

Section-B

discuss plant growth

regulators and

phytohormone

apply phytohormone in

crop growth and

development.

describe photoperiodism

and mechanism of

flowering.

narrate the mechanism and

significance of

vernalization in agriculture

illustrate different aspects

of dormancy, viability and

germination of seed.

judge the effects of

different stresses on crop

production.

7. Plant growth and plant growth

regulators: growth concept, types,

phases of growth, plant growth

analysis ; characteristics and

classification of plant growth

regulators, plant growth

regulatorsvsphytohormones; effect

of hormones on growth and

development of plants; uses of

hormones in agriculture

8. Photoperiodism: concept, critical

photoperiod, photoperiodic

classification of plants; mechanism

of flowering and its role.

9. Vernalization: concept, processes

and factors of vernalization, its

application in agriculture.

10. Physiology of seed and bud:

concept, types, causes and

breaking of dormancy, testing of

viability and physiology of seed

germination.

11. Stress physiology: stresses (water,

salinity and temperature) in plants

and their effects on physiology

with mitigation to crop losses.


Bidwell, R.G.S. 1974. Plant physiology, McMillan New York.

Evans, L.T. 1975. Crop physiology. Cambridge Univ. Press, Cambridge.

Gill, P. S. 2000. Plant Physiology. S. Chand & Company Ltd. New Delhi,

India

Jain, V.K. 2011. Fundamentals of Plant Physiology. 13th ed. S. Chand &

Company Ltd. New Delhi, India

Leopold, A. C. and Kried Mann, P.E. 1975. Plant growth and

development. 2nd Ed. McGraw-Hill, New York.

Levitt. J. 1972. Response of plants to Environmental Stress. Acad. Press.

New York.

Malik, C. P. 1980. Plant physiology, Kalyani Pub. New Delhi.

Mukherji, S. and Ghosh, A.K. 2006. Plant Physiology. New Central Book

Agency Ltd. Kolkata, India

Nilson, E. T and Orcutt, D.M. 1996. The Physiology of Plant under Stress.

New York.

Noggle, G.R. and Fritz, G. J. 1976. Introductory Plant Physiology.

Prentice-Hall, New York.

Purohit, S.S. 2007. Plant Physiology. Mrs. SarswatiPurohit for Student

Edition. India.

Salis Bury, F. B. and Ross, C. M. 1978. Plant physiology. Wadsworth,

California.

Verma, S. K. 1999. A Text book of Plant Physiology and Biochemistry. S.

Chand & Co. Ltd. New Delhi.

Course Title: AT - 2104: Plant

Physiology Sessional/Field Work

Credit

Hour:01

Year:

Second

Term:

First

Rationale: This course is provided to introduce different physiological

analysis of plant for successful crop production

Course Objective:

To apply the knowledge of different physiological processes of

plant in relation to growth and development in practical life


At the end of the course, the students

will be able to:

recognize different physiological

process in plant.

determine pigments from leaf

1. Studies on absorption,

transpiration, plasmolysis,

photosynthesis and

respiration.

2. Extraction of leaf pignents.


sample

demonstrate the effect of

phytohormones on growth and

development

evaluate the effect of light

intensity on crop growth and

development.

Separatecarbohydrate and amino

acid of a sample by paper

chromatography.

analyze growth parameters for

crop production

3. Demonstration on the effect

of important phytohormones.

4. Effect of light intensity on the

rate of photosynthesis.

5. Separation of carbohydrate

and amino acid by paper

chromatography.

6. Determination of crop growth

rate (CGR), leaf area index

(LAI), and harvest index (HI).


Bidwell, R.G.S. 1974. Plant physiology, McMillan New York.

Evans, L.T. 1975. Crop physiology. Cambridge Univ. Press, Cambridge.

Gill, P. S. 2000. Plant Physiology. S. Chand & Company Ltd. New Delhi,

India

Jain, V.k. 2011. Fundamentals of Plant Physiology. 13th ed. S. Chand &

Company Ltd. New Delhi, India

Leopold, A.C. and kriedmann, P.E. 1975. Plant growth and development. 2nd

Ed. McGraw-Hill, New York.

Levitt. J. 1972. Response of plants to Environmental Stress. Acad. Press.

New York.

Malik, C.P. 1980. Plant physiology, Kalyani Pub. New Delhi.

Mukherji, S. and Ghosh, A.K. 2006. Plant Physiology. New Central Book

Agency Ltd. Kolkata, India

Nilson, E.T and Orcutt, D.M. 1996. The Physiology of Plant under Stress.

New York.

Noggle, G.R. and Fritz, G.J. 1976. Introductory Plant Physiology. Prentice-

Hall, New York.

Purohit, S.S. 2007. Plant Physiology. Mrs. SarswatiPurohit for Student

Edition. India.

Verma, SK. 1999. A Text book of Plant Physiology and Biochemistry. S.

Chand & Co. Ltd. New Delhi.

Course Title: AT - 2105:

Agrometeorology and

Environmental Impact

Credit:03 Year:

Second

Term:

First

Rationale: This course contains basic knowledge on weather and climate

their elements and their influence on crop also includes weather and crop

forecasting.

Course Objectives:

To describe weather and climate and their elements

To explain the influence of climatic factors on crop and

environment

Intended Learning

Outcomes (ILOs)

Course Content

Section – A


will be able to:

delineate meteorology and

agrometeorology

identify different forms of

cloud

conceptualize atmosphere.

recognize the instability of

weather and its effect on

agriculture.

evaluate weather and

climate of Bangladesh.

elucidate temperature,

humidity, wind,

precipitation, solar radiation.

1. Introduction: definition and scope

of meteorology; importance of

meteorology on agriculture;

climatic factors affecting

agricultural production.

2. Clouds: forms and classification of

clouds.

3. Weather and climate: Concept;

atmosphere and its vertical

structure; fronts, cyclones, tides,

thunderstorms, hail, tornadoes and

their effects; the weather and

climate of Bangladesh.

4. Temperature: terminology, lapse

rates, cardinal temperatures;

measurement of temperature;

radiative index of dryness, growing

degree days.

5. Humidity: terminology, properties

of water vapour.

6. Wind: definition and

measurement; geographic and time

variation of winds.

Precipitation: forms, types and

measurement; measurement of

humidity.

Section-B

comprehend solar radiation

clarify green house effect

evaluate co2 concentration

pattern and co2 balance of

crop.

conceptualize the process of

photosynthesis and water

use efficiency.

explain wue and formulate

guidelines to improve wue.

enlighten weather

7. Solar radiation: radiation through

the atmosphere; radiation and

energy balances at the earth

surface; greenhouse effect.

8. Carbon dioxide balance:

introduction, carbon dioxide

concentration pattern; carbon

dioxide balance of a growing crop.

9. Photosynthesis: net assimilation

of carbon dioxide; photosynthesis

and water use efficiency.


forecasting and crop

forecasting

10. Improving water use efficiency:

antitranspirants, reflectants, carbon

dioxide enrichment.

11. Weather forecasting: methods of

weather prediction; predictability

of the weather; accuracy of

weather forecasts; special

forecasts.

12. Crop forecasting: crop forecasting

based on agrometeorological data;

utilization of meteorological data

in production planning.


Henderson-Sellers, A. & Robinson, P.J. 1988. Contemporary Climatology.

ELBS. Longman Group (FE) Ltd. UK.

Houghton, J.T. 1979. The Physics of Atmospheres. Cambridge University

Press, U.K.

Linacre, E. 1992. Climate Data and Resources. A reference and guide.

Routledge. Landon UK.

Marvin E. Jensen (edi.) 1973. Consumptive Use of Water and Irrigation

Water Requirements. American Society of Civil Engineers, 345 East 47th

street, New York.

Mavi, H.S., 1994. Introduction to Agrometeorology. Oxford & IBH

Publishing Co. Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi.

Menteith. John L. 1980. Principles of Environmental Physics.

WhitstableLitho Ltd. Whitstable, Kent, UK.

Neiburger, M., Edinger, James G. and William D. Bonner. 1973.

Understanding Our Atmospheric Environment. W.H. Freeman and

Company, San Francisco.

Petterssen, S. 1969. Introduction to Meteorology (3rd Edi.) McGraw-Hill

Book Company, New York.

Pierre, W.H., Don Kirkham, John Pesek and Robert Shaw. 1981. Plant

Environment and Efficient Water Use. American Society of Agronomy and

Soil Science. 677 South Segoe Road, Madison, Wisconsin 53711. USA.

Rosenberg, Norman, J. 1974. Microclimate: The Biological Environment.

John Woley& Sons, New York.

Yoshino, Msatoshi M. 1975. Climate in a Small Area-An Introduction to

Local Meteorology. University of Tokyo Press.

Course: AT - 2106: Agrometeorology and

Environmental Impact Sessional/ Field Work

Credit:

01

Year:

Second

Term:

First

Rationale: The course is designed to provide practical knowledge on

identification of cloud and meteorological instruments, mathematical

problem solving of weather elements, analysis of weather data, crop

damage due to climatic hazards.

Course Objectives:

To identify clouds and solving problems on weather elements

To present weather data

To identify crop damage due to climatic hazard

To acquaint with meteorological instrument

IntendedLearning Outcomes

(ILOs)

Course Content


be able to:

identify clouds.

calculate mathematical problems

related to weather and climate.

collect and interpret climatic

data.

identify crop damage due to

climatic hazard.

orientate meteorological

instrument.

1. Identification of clouds.

2. Problems on temperature,

humidity, wind velocity,

evapo-transpiration and

precipitation.

3. Collection and presentation of

weather and climatic data.

4. Field identification of crop

damage due to climatic

hazard.

5. Survey on instrumentation of a

meteorological station and

report writing.


Henderson-Sellers, A. & Robinson, P.J. 1988. Contemporary Climatology.

ELBS. Longman Group (FE) Ltd. UK.

Houghton, J.T. 1979. The Physics of Atmospheres. Cambridge University

Press, U.K.

Linacre, E. 1992. Climate Data and Resources. A reference and guide.

Routledge. Landon UK.

Marvin E. Jensen (edi.) 1973. Consumptive Use of Water and Irrigation

Water Requirements. American Society of Civil Engineers, 345 East 47th

street, New York.

Mavi, H.S., 1994. Introduction to Agrometeorology. Oxford & IBH


Menteith. John L. 1980. Principles of Environmental Physics.

WhitstableLitho Ltd. Whitstable, Kent, UK.



Understanding Our Atmospheric Environment. W.H. Freeman and




Pierre, W.H., Don Kirkham, John Pesek and Robert Shaw. 1981. Plant




John Woley& Sons, New York.

Yoshino, Msatoshi M. 1975. Climate in a Small Area-An Introduction to

Local Meteorology. University of Tokyo Press.

Course: AT - 2107: Ornamental

Horticulture

Credit:

03

Year:

Second

Term:

First

Rationale: The agriculture graduates need to have knowledge and skills to

provide services and supports to the farming community for the

development and better care of ornamental crops.

Course objectives:

To understand ornamental horticulture, its scope and importance in

home and abroad

To acquire knowledge on systematic ornamental horticulture and

production and management practices for bedding and commercial

flowers

To be acquainted with landscape horticulture and relevant matters

To obtain knowledge on landscape planning for different places

To acquire knowledge on special techniques in ornamentals

horticulture.

Learning Outcomes

(ILOs)

Course Content

Section: A

At the end of the course,

the students will be able

to:

classify ornamental

plants.

explore problem

and prospects of

ornamental

horticulture in

Bangladesh.

discuss production

1. Introduction: ornamental horticulture;

scope and importance of growing

ornamental plants in Bangladesh; prospect

of floriculture in domestic and export

market.

2. Systematic ornamental horticulture:

Classification, nomenclature and ecological

distribution of ornamental plants.

3. Production and management of bedding

flowers: zinnia, cosmos, calendula, globe

and management

practices for

bedding and

commercial flowers.

amaranth, phlox, antirrhinum, dianthus,

balsam, corn flower and lupine.

4. Production and management of

commercial flowers: rose, dahlia,

chrysanthemum, carnation, tuberose,

gladiolus, marigold, jasmine, lilies, orchids,

ferns and cacti.

Section: B

make clear different

basic aspects of

landscape

horticulture.

discuss the

landscape planning

of different places.

describe lawn, turf,

topiary and different

types of garden.

define and explain

bonsai, floral

arrangements and

indoor horticulture

5. Landscape horticulture: landscape

horticulture; basic principles of landscape

design; components of landscape design;

importance and scope of landscape

gardening

6. Landscape planning for different places:

city avenues, historical buildings and ruins,

homesteads, institutions, railway stations

and tracks, dam sites, canal sites and

riverbanks. development and maintenance

of lawn, turf, shrubbery, topiary, water

garden, rock garden, mughal garden,

japanese garden and the english garden.

7. Special techniques in ornamental

horticulture: bonsai, floral ornaments and

flower arrangements; indoor culture.


Abraham, H., 1985, Hand Book of Flowering (Vol. I-V), CRC Press,

Inc.Boea Raton, Florida.

Annonymous. Encyclopedia of plants and flowers. Royal Horticulture

Society.

Bhattacharjee. 2012. Landscape Gardening and Design with Plants.

Aavishkar Pub. India.

Bose, T. K. Floriculture and Landscaping

Bose, T.K. and Yadav, L.P. 2002. Commercial Flowers, Naya Prakash,

India.

Coutts, J. and Preston, G.H., 1966, All About Gardening, Ward, Lock and

Co. Pvt. Ltd. London.

Dey, S. C. 2003. Flowers from Bulbous Plants. Agrobios, India.


Dey, S. C. Indore Gardening.

Grindal, E.W., 1960, Everyday Gardening in India. D.B. Taraporevala Sons

and Co. Pvt. Ltd. Bombay.

Hessayon, D.G. 1988, The Rose Expert, Pbi Publications, Britannica

House, England.

Hessayon, D.G. 1994. The Flowering Shrub Expert, Transworld Publishers

Ltd. London.

Prasad and Kumar. Commercial Floriculture.

Quiros, A. and Barbara, L Y. 1977. The World Book of Cactus and

Succulents, Ortho Book Publishers, San Ramon, USA.

Randhawa, G. S. 1973, Ornamental Horticulture in India. Today and

Tomorrow’s Printers.

Randhawa, M. S. 1974. Flowering Trees. National Book Trust. India.

Publishers. 22-B/5 Original Road, Karol Bagh, New Delhi.

Shewell-Cooper, W. E, 1976, Basic Book of Flower Gardening, Barrie and

Jenkins Ltd. London.

Course: AT - 2108: Ornamental

Horticulture Sessional and Field Work

Credit:

01

Year:

Second

Term:

First

Rationale: Hands on training and practical knowledge is necessary for

agriculture graduates to become skilled technical personnel to provide

services and solve problems in the field related to cultivation of ornamental


Course Objectives:

To acquire knowledge for identifying different ornamental plants

To obtain the skills to prepare garden models and graphic designs

for landscaping different places

To develop skills on cultural practices for ornamental crops

To analyz the economic aspects of growing ornamental crops.



will be able to:

identify various ornamental

plants of Bangladesh.

explain pruning and training

practices.

describe the cultivation

procedures for ornamental

crops and analyzing the

economic aspects.

recognize the landscape

1. Identification of different flowers,

ornamental plants, cacti, ferns and

orchids.

2. Modeling of home and

institutional gardens.

3. Graphic design of park, rock

garden, water garden and road side

plantations.

4. Pruning and training of flowering

and ornamental plants.

5. Cost benefits analysis of important

planning for different placed

and designing different types

of gardens.

commercial flowers.

6. Visit to important places having

significant landscape values.

7. Cultivation of ornamental plants in

individual plots.


Abraham, H., 1985, Hand Book of Flowering (Vol. I-V), CRC Press,

Inc..Boea Raton, Florida.

Annonymous. Encyclopedia of plants and flowers. Royal Horticulture

Society.

Bhattacharjee. 2012. Landscape Gardening and Design with Plants.

Aavishkar Pub. India.

Bose, T. K. Floriculture and Landscaping.

Bose, T.K. and Yadav, L.P. 1989. Commercial Flowers, Naya Prakash,

Calcutta.

Coutts, J. and Preston, G.H., 1966, All About Gardening, Ward, Lock and

Co. Pvt. Ltd. London.

Dey, S. C. Indore Gardening.

Dey. Flowers from Bulbous Plants.2003. Agrobios, India.

Grindal, E.W., 1960, Everyday Gardening in India. D.B. Taraporevala Sons

and Co. Pvt. Ltd. Bombay.

Hessayon, D.G. 1988, The Rose Expert, Pbi Publications, Britannica

House, England.

Hessayon, D.G. 1994. The Flowering Shrub Expert, Transworld Publishers

Ltd.London.

Prasad and Kumar. Commercial Floriculture.

Quiros, A. and Barbara, L Y. 1977. The World Book of Cactus and

Succulents, Ortho Book Publishers, San Ramon, USA.

Randhawa, G. S. 1973, Ornamental Jorticulture in India. Today and

Tomorrow’s Printers.

Randhawa, M. S. 1974. Flowering Trees. National Book Trust. India.

Publishers. 22-B/5 Original Road, Karol Bagh, New Delhi.

Shewell-Cooper, W. E, 1976, Basic Book of Flower Gardening, Barrie and

Jenkins Ltd. London.


Course: AT-2109: Cattle and Poultry

Farming

Credit:

02

Year:

Second

Term:

First

Rationale: This course is oriented to provide students the technology of

successful farming operation for cattle and poultry

Course Objectives:

To teach the learners practically about different aspects of cattle

and poultry farming


(ILOs)

Course Content

Section: A


will be able to:

discuss the methods for care

and management of dairy

calves and milking cows

narrate the factors affecting the

quality and quantity of milk

select cattle for fattening

prepare urea molasses straw

state different types of houses

for a dairy farm.

define ration and balanced

ration

formulate rations for dairy

cattle.

state artificial insemination: its

history, importance and

limitations

explain the proper heat

detection and artificial

insemination in dairy cows

plan a dairy projects

1. Dairy cattle production: care

of newborn calves, feeding of

colostrums, care and

management of milking cows;

factors affecting the quality and

quantity of milk. Management

practices of dairy farm-routine

work, hygiene basic, cleaning,

disinfection and sanitation of

dairy farm. Composition and

food value of milk.

2. Beef fattening: selection of

animal for fattening, urea

molasses straw preparation and

its application.

3. Housing livestock: definition

and objectives of housing,

different types of houses and

sheds in ideal dairy farms.

4. Feeding livestock: definition of

ration and balanced ration,

characteristics of good ration,

factors considered during ration

formulation, formulation of

ration for dairy cattle.

5. Artificial insemination: definition, history, merits and

demerits of artificial

insemination, proper heat

detection in dairy cows and

artificial insemination for

crossbreeding.

6. Farm planning: Planning of a

dairy farm- factors affecting

gross margin in dairy farm,

preparation of dairy projects

containing technical,

economical, commercial and

financial aspects.

Section: B

discuss duties and

responsibilities of poultry farm

manager and labours

explain different types of

houses and its management for

layers

clarify moulting and its effects

on egg production

define egg and discuss its use,

food value and grading

express the requirements for

successful incubation

compare the performance

among different strains of

broilers

discuss the requirements for

successful broiler production

plan of poultry projects

7. Management of commercial

layers: duties and

responsibilities of farm

manager; different types of

houses used for layers; floor

space and cage density;

description of equipment used

in layer house; moulting and its

effects on egg production.

8. Egg: definition, use, chemical

composition, food value and

grading of eggs. Incubation of

eggs, selection and care of

hatching eggs, requisite for

successful incubation, factors

affecting fertility and

hatchability of eggs.

9. Broiler flock management:

characteristics of different

strains available in Bangladesh;

requirements for successful

broiler production.

10. Farm planning: planning of a

poultry farm; cost benefit

analysis of different sizes of

layers and broiler farms.


Atherton, H.V. and Newlander, J.A. 2004. Chemistry and testing of dairy

Products. Fourth Ed., CBS Publishers and Distributors, New Delhi.

Chauhan, H.V.S. and S. Roy. 2010. Poultry Diseases Diagnosis and

Treatment. Third Ed., New Age International Publishers, New Delhi.

EIRI (Engineering India Research Institute). Hand Book of Dairy farming to

Produce Milk with Packaging.


Mahindru, S.N. 2009. Milk and Milk Products. A P H Publishing

Corporation, New Delhi.

Mountney, G.J. and C.R. Parkhurst. 2001. Poultry Products Technology,

Third Ed., Food Products Press, An Imprint of the Haworth Press, Inc.

Neshiem, M. C., Austic, R. E. and Card, L. E. (1979). Poultry Production,

12thEdn, Lea and Febiger, Philadelphia, USA.

Prasad, J. and Neeraj. 2010. Principles and Practices of Dairy Farm

Management. Sixth Ed., Kalyani Publishers, New Delhi.

Sethumadhavan, T.P. 2004. Sustainable Dairy Farming: An Overview. First

Ed., Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers (P) Ltd., New Delhi.

Sharma, H., H. Pandey, and C. Singh. 2009. Objective Questions in Dairy

Science and Technology and Food and Dairy Engineering. First Ed., CBS

Publishers and Distributors Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi.

Srivastava, S.M. 1998. Milk and Its Properties. First Ed., Kalyani Publishers,

New Delhi.

Course: AT-2110: Cattle and Poultry

Farming Sessional/Field work

Credit:

01

Year:

Second

Term:

First


on cattle and poultry farming. The purpose is to apply the practical

knowledge for cattle and poultry farming

Course Objectives:

To teach the learners practically about different aspects of cattle

and poultry farming



will be able to:

operate a dairy farm

keep of dairy records

apply drugs to farm animals

vaccinate dairy cattle

prepare brooder, grower,

layer and broiler houses

vaccinate poultry

formulate rations for

different types of poultry

1. Cattle: practice in the use of

dairy records; methods of

administering of drugs;

techniques of vaccination of

dairy cattle. demonstration of

routine livestock farm

operations. visit to dairy farms.

2. Poultry: preparation of brooder,

grower, layer and broiler houses;

placement of equipment and

their operation in the brooder

and layer houses; ration

formulation; demonstration of

routine poultry farm operations;

visit to poultry farms.


A.R.C. 1990. The Nutrient requirements of ruminant livestock.

Commonwealth Agricultural Bureaux, Slough, England.

Atherton, H.V. and Newlander, J.A. 2004. Chemistry and testing of dairy

Products. Fourth Ed., CBS Publishers and Distributors, New Delhi.

Chauhan, H.V.S. and S. Roy. 2010. Poultry Diseases Diagnosis and

Treatment. Third Ed., New Age International Publishers, New Delhi.

Davis, R.F. 1965. Modern Dairy Cattle Management. Prentic Hall Inc.

EngleweedChiffs, N.J., USA.

EIRI (Engineering India Research Institute). Hand Book of Dairy farming to

Produce Milk with Packaging.

Garnsworthy, P.C. 1988. Nutrition and Lactation in the Dairy cow.

Butterworths, Kent, England.

Mahindru, S.N. 2009. Milk and Milk Products. A P H Publishing

Corporation, New Delhi.

Mountney, G.J. and C.R. Parkhurst. 2001. Poultry Products Technology,

Third Ed., Food Products Press, An Imprint of the Haworth Press, Inc.

Neshiem, M. C., Austic, R. E. and Card, L. E. (1979). Poultry Production,

12thEdn, Lea and Febiger, Philadelphia, USA.

Prasad, J. and Neeraj. 2010. Principles and Practices of Dairy Farm

Management. Sixth Ed., Kalyani Publishers, New Delhi.

Sethumadhavan, T.P. 2004. Sustainable Dairy Farming: An Overview. First

Ed., Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers (P) Ltd., New Delhi.

Sharma, H., H. Pandey, and C. Singh. 2009. Objective Questions in Dairy

Science and Technology and Food and Dairy Engineering. First Ed., CBS

Publishers and Distributors Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi.

Srivastava, S.M. 1998. Milk and Its Properties. First Ed., Kalyani


Course: URP - 2154: GIS Sessional Credit:

1.5

Year:

Second

Term:

First

Rationale: This course is designed to provide basic knowledge on GIS and

GIS application.

Objectives:

To provide fundamental knowledge on GIS and GIS application

Intended learning Outcomes

(ILOs)

Contents


will be able to: 1. Definition, terminology in

GIS, vector and raster GIS,


understand the database system

in GIS.

use GIS in agriculture.

GIS database creation: map

digitizing, editing, topology,

linking database with maps, GIS

map presentation. 2. GIS Application: agriculture

information management,

development and handling of

multi-layers agriculture

information of the same area,

site selection of the study area.


Bonham-carter G F (1994) Geographical Information System for

Geoscientists- Modeling with GIS Pergamon.

Burrough P A (1986) Principles of Geographical Information System for

Land Resources Assessment. Clarendon.

Demers M N Fundamentals of Geographical Information System for

Systems. Wiley.

Course: Econ - 2155: Agricultural

Economics

Credit:

03

Year:

Second

Term:

First

Rationale: The course is designed to provide knowledge on basics of

agricultural economics, demand-supply, consumer behavior, agricultural

finance, farm management, agricultural marketing and land tenure system.

Course Objectives:

To teach the students about basics of agricultural economics,

demand-supply, consumer behavior, agricultural finance, farm

management, agricultural marketing and land tenure system so that

they can realize accurate the demand supply situation, consumers’

behavior, mode of agricultural financing, manage farm effectively

To identify market constraints etc.


(ILOs)

Course Content

Section: A


will be able to:

define agricultural economics,

its scope, basic concepts and

tools.

explain demand-supply

equilibrium, determinants,

curves and their application.

apply the theory of consumer

1. Introduction: definition and

scope of economics and

agricultural economics; scarcity,

commodity, production,

distribution, consumption;

solution of basic economic

problems; Production

Possibility Curve

2. Demand and supply: concept

behavior.

apply the theory of production.

apply the theory of firm. define international trade and its

classical theory and gains from

international trade.

of demand and supply, law of

demand and supply,

determinants of demand and

supply; demand and supply

functions, equations, schedules

and curves; market equilibrium.

3. Theory of production: factors

of production; production

function; stages of production;

returns to scale; iso-quant and

iso-cost curve; producer’s

equilibrium; cost and revenue;

market structure.

4. Introduction to

macroeconomics and

Bangladesh economy: basic

macroeconomic concepts- GNP,

GDP, NNP, NI, PI, DI; methods

of measuring national income;

overview of the economy of

Bangladesh; major sectors of

the economy and their

contributing to national income.

Section: B

Define agricultural finance and

banking and related issues.

identify the sources, nature and

role of rural money market,

impact of informal credit

system on agriculture.

explain the functions of

different types of banking in

Bangladesh.

identify the role of agriculture

in economic development,

characteristics of agriculture

and problems of agricultural

development in Bangladesh.

conceptualize subsistence,

commercial, specialized and

diversified farms; private,

cooperative and collective

farms

5. Agricultural finance: definition

of money, value of money and

inflation, sources of capital and

credit; nature and role of rural

money market; impact of

informal credit system on

agriculture; indebtedness and

rural poverty in Bangladesh;

central bank, commercial banks

and specialized banks and their

functions.

6. Agriculture and economic

development: role of

agriculture in the economic

development of Bangladesh;

characteristics of Bangladesh

agriculture; problems of

agricultural development in

Bangladesh; traditional

agriculture and modern


explain the role of land tenure

in agriculture; owner operator,

sharecropper; land reforms in

Bangladesh

describe market structure;

agricultural marketing-cost,

margin, efficiency, intelligence,

grading, integration;

imperfections in agricultural

marketing in LDCs.

agriculture; farmer’s role as a

decision-maker.

7. Farm and farm size:

subsistence, commercial,

specialized and diversified

farms; private, cooperative and

collective farms

8. Land tenure and land reform:

role of land tenure in

agriculture; owner operator,

sharecropper; land reforms in

Bangladesh

9. Agricultural marketing:

market structure; agricultural

marketing-cost, marginal,

efficiency, intelligence, grading,

integration; imperfections in

agricultural marketing in LDCs.


Mankiw, N.G. (2014). Principles of Economics, 7th edition, Worth

Publication; New York.

Mankiw, N.G. (2012). Principles of Mcroeconomics, 6th edition, Worth

Publication; New York.

Parkin M. (2003). Macroeconomics, 10th edition, Pearson Education

Limited: New York.

Salvatore, D (2011). Theory and Problems o Macroeconoics Theory, 4th

edition, McGraw-Hill Inc.; New York.

Samuelson, P.A. and Nordhaus, W. (2005). Economics, 18th edition, Tata

McGraw-Hill: New Delhi.

Sloman, J. (2006) Economics, 6th edition, Pearson Education Limited: Essex.

Stiglitz, J.E. (2006). Principles of micro Economics, 4th edition, W.W.

Norton and Company Ltd.: London.

Second Year Second Term

Course: AT-2201: Seed Technology Credit:

03

Year:

Second

Term:

Second

Rationale: This course is designed to provide fundamental aspects of seed

and seed quality, seed production and its distribution.

Course Objectives:

To provide basic concept on seed

To acquire knowledge on seed quality

To learn seed production and distribution in Bangladesh

Intended Learning

Outcomes( ILOs)

Course Content

Section: A



conceptualize seed and

seed technology

express chemical

composition of seed and

its impact on seed

quality.

discuss seed

germination and

dormancy

explain seed longevity

and deterioration.

1. Introduction: definition of seed and

seed technology; scope of seed

technology; classification and

importance of seed; internal and external

structures of seed.

2. Chemistry of seed: chemical

composition of seed and its impact on

seed quality.

3. Germination of seed: factors,

mechanism and types of seed

germination; normal and abnormal

seedling; physiology of seed

germination.

4. Dormancy of seed: importance, causes

and types; breaking of seed dormancy.

5. Seed longevity and deterioration:

concept; causes and symptoms of seed

deterioration; life span of seed.

Section: B

elucidate seed quality

and factors affecting

seed quality.

explain seed processing

and storage

state seed testing and

seed treatment

narrate production

technology of quality

seed

clarify seed production

6. Seed quality: seed quality and quality

seed; factors affecting quality of seed

during production, processing and

storage; quality control of seed.

7. Processing and storage of seed: drying,

cleaning and grading of seeds; principles

and techniques of seed storage.

8. Seed testing: objectives of seed testing;

seed sampling; seed testing for purity,

germination, viability and vigor.

9. Seed treatment: objectives and methods


and distribution in

Bangladesh.

of seed treatment.

10. Seed production and supply:

production technology of quality seeds;

role of national seed board, seed

certification agency and other

organizations in production and supply

of quality seed in Bangladesh.


Agrawal, R.L. 1986. Seed Technology. Oxford and IBH Publishing Co. New

Delhi.

Bala, B.K. 1997. Drying and Storage of Cereal Grains. Science Publishers,

Inc. USA.

Bewley and Black, Physiology and Biochemistry of seed in relation to

germination (Vol. I & II).

Copeland, L.O. 1976. Principles of Seed Science and Technology. Bargress

Publishing Co. Minnesota, USA.

International Seed Testing Association (ISTA). 1976. International Rules for

Seed Testing. Seed Science and Technology. Vol 4. P. 3-49.

Justice, O.L. and Bass L.N. 1978. Principles and Practices of Seed Storage.

Agricultural Hand Book No. 506.

Mayer and PoliankaffMayber. 1966. The Germination of seeds.

Nema, N.P. 1985. Principles of Seed Certification and Testing. Selied

Publishers Limited, New Delhi.

Seed Certification Agency. 1976. Seed Certification Manual. Ministry of

Agriculture, Govt. of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh.

Seed Certification Agency. 1992. Proceedings of National seed Technology

Seminar. MOA. Govt. of the Peoples Republic of Bangladesh.

USDA. 1961. Seeds. The Yearbook of Agriculture 1961. The United States

Department of Agriculture, Washington, D.C.

Course:AT-2202: Seed

Technology Sessional /Field

Work

Credit: 01 Year:

Second

Term:

Second

Rationale: This course is designed to provide practical knowledge on seed,

seed testing, seed production and processing.

Course Objectives:

To provide practical knowledge on seed and seed testing

To acquainted with seed production and processing


(ILOs)

Course Content



make clear external and

1. Study of structures of seed.

2. Seed sampling.

3. Purity, germination, viability and

internal parts of seeds and

prepare seed album.

practice seed sampling and

testing and grading

cultivate crop for

production of quality seed.

acquire practical

knowledge on the activities

of gos and ngos relating

certified seed production

and distribution.

vigour tests of seed.

4. Seed grading.

5. Seed moisture determination.

6. Growing of a seed crop with special

reference to rouging and grading

7. Visit to different public and private

sector seed farms.


Agrawal, R.L. 1986. Seed Technology. Oxford and IBH Publishing Co. New

Delhi.

Bala, B.K. 1997. Drying and Storage of Cereal Grains. Science Publishers,

Inc. USA.

Bewley and Black, Physiology and Biochemistry of seed in relation to

germination (Vol. I & II).

Copeland, L.O. 1976. Principles of Seed Science and Technology. Bargress

Publishing Co. Minnesota, USA.

International Seed Testing Association (ISTA). 1976. International Rules for

Seed Testing. Seed Science and Technology. Vol 4. P. 3-49.

Justice, O.L. and Bass L.N. 1978. Principles and Practices of Seed Storage.

Agricultural Hand Book No. 506.

Mayer and PoliankaffMayber. 1966. The Germination of seeds.

Nema, N.P. 1985. Principles of Seed Certification and Testing. Selied

Publishers Limited, New Delhi.

Seed Certification Agency. 1976. Seed Certification Manual. Ministry of

Agriculture, Govt. of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh.

Seed Certification Agency. 1992. Proceedings of National seed Technology

Seminar. MOA. Govt. of the Peoples Republic of Bangladesh.

USDA. 1961. Seeds. The Yearbook of Agriculture 1961. The United States

Department of Agriculture, Washington, D.C.

Course: AT – 2203: Soil

Survey and Soil Physics

Credit: 03 Year:

Second

Term:

Second

Rationale: The graduates are intended to provide knowledge of soil survey,

soil classification and soil conservation.

Course Objectives:


To acquire knowledge of soil survey and classification

To be acquainted with soil of Bangladesh and their erosion

To realize the physical properties of soil including

evapotranspiration

Intended Learning Outcomes(

ILOs)

Course Content

Section: A


will be able to:

describe different kinds of

soil survey

prepare soil map and soil

survey report

classify soil

identify different soil

categories and diagnostic

properties of different soil

horizons.

explain different types of

soils with their cultivation

status in Bangladesh.

explain crop productivity

constraints in Bangladesh.

suggest control measures of

soil erosion in Bangladesh

1. Soil survey: introduction,

objectives, kinds and methods of

soil survey; field study, mapping

and report preparation.

2. Soil classification: principles of

soil classification; study of soil

taxonomy-properties of diagnostic

horizons and soil categories

3. Land classification: criteria and

methods of land evaluation; land

capability classification of

Bangladesh.

4. Soils of Bangladesh:

physiographic units, physiography

and soil types; crop productivity

constraints and ecological hazards.

5. Soil erosion: types, factors

affecting soil erosion; soil erosion

in Bangladesh; impact and control

of soil erosion; universal soil loss

equation.

Section: B

8. describe different soil

physical properties.

9. managesoil water for crop

production.

10. narrate causes,

characteristics, intensity with

management of soil salinity

in Bangladesh

11. elaborate vapotranspiration

(ET).

12. explain different forms of

soil consistency in relation to

crop production

6. Physical properties of soil:

concept, soil density, porosity,

texture, structure; shrinkage and

swelling; soil air and soil

temperature.

7. Soil water: sources, importance

and classification of soil water, soil

water constants; infiltration-

definition, factors affecting

infiltration; soil water potential-

definition and components; factors

affecting irrigation and drainage.

8. Soil salinity: origin and

characteristics of saline and alkali

soils; saline soils of Bangladesh-

causes, extent, location and

management

9. Evapotranspiration (ET):

definition, factors affecting ET;

methods of measuring ET;

application of ET values for

irrigation scheduling.

10. Soil consistency: definition and

forms; Atterberg’s limits; plough

pan formation and its effect on soil

properties and crop production.


Baver, L.D. 1985. Soil Physics. John Wiley and Sons. New York.


Comp. New York.

Ghildyal, B.P. and P.R. Tripathi. 1987. Soil Physics. Wiley Eastern Ltd.

New Delhi.

Hanks, R.T. and G.L. Ashcroft. 1980. Applied Soil Physics, Soil water and

Temperature Applications. Springer Verlag, Berlage, Berlin Hendelsberg,

New York.

Michael, A.M. 1978. Irrigation-theory and Practice. Vikas Pub. House Pvt.

Ltd. New Delhi.

Course: AT - 2204: Soil Survey and Soil

Physics Sessional/Field Work

Credit:

01

Year:

Second

Term:

Second


knowledge on soil survey and soil physical properties including different

techniques of their analysis

Course Objectives:

To acquire practical knowledge and experience on analyzing

techniques of soil physical properties and soil survey.



will be able to:

determine different soil physical

properties such as, moisture,

particle density, bulk density,

porosity, colour, field capacity,

pore size distribution,

estimate soil water tension and

infiltration

1. Determination of soil moisture,

particle density, bulk density,

porosity, colour, field capacity

and pore size distribution of soil.

2. Estimation of soil water tension

and infiltration

3. Measurement of Atterberg limits-


examine atterberg limits-liquid

limit, plastic limit and plasticity

index of soil

liquid limit, plastic limit and

plasticity index.


Baver, L.D. 1985. Soil Physics. John Wiley and Sons. New York.

Brady, N.C. 1990. The Nature and Properties of Soils. Macmillan Pub. Comp.

New York.

Ghildyal, B.P. and P.R. Tripathi. 1987. Soil Physics. Wiley Eastern Ltd. New

Delhi.

Hanks, R.T. and G.L. Ashcroft. 1980. Applied Soil Physics, Soil water and

Temperature Applications. Springer Verlag, Berlage, Berlin Hendelsberg,

New York.

Michael, A.M. 1978. Irrigation-theory and Practice. Vikas Pub. House Pvt.

Ltd. New Delhi.

Course: AT - 2205: Cytology,

Genetics and Cytogenetics

Credit: 03 Year:

Second

Term:

Second

Rationale: The course is intended to accustom students with basic principles

of genetics with special preference to plants.

Course Objectives:

To help students learn and understand about basic principles of

Mendelian, non-mendelian and molecular genetics and application

of genetic knowledge to solve hereditary problems.

Intended Learning

Outcomes( ILOs)

Course Content

Section: A



State sequential

development of

genetics.

explain different

cellular parts of

genetic importance.

elucidate mechanism

of heredity and cause

of variation and

process of speciation.

restate the genetic

laws of heredity.

link between neuclear

and extra-neuclear

1. Introduction: importance, branches and

historical development of genetics.

2. Cytology: plant cell constituents of genetic

importance, morphological structure of

eukaryotic chromosomes and their

nomenclature, prokaryotic chromosomes

and their characteristics; chemical

organization of chromosomes; special

types of chromosomes, karyotype-

characteristics; cell division in diploid

organism.

3. Heredity and variation: definition of

heredity, physical basis of heredity-

chromosome theory of heredity,

experimental evidence to prove that genes

are situated on chromosomes; variation-

components of cells

in developing

different characters in

organisms.

definition, types and significance, variation

and its role on speciation, causes of genetic

variation in sexually and asexually

reproducing organisms.

4. Mendel’s law of inheritance and their

modifications: law of segregation and

independent assortment, exceptions to the

laws, types of gene action, intra and inter-

allelic interaction of genes, multiple

alleles- test of allelism, examples of

multiple alleles, quantitative traits-

multiple factor hypotheses, difference

between qualitative and quantitative traits,

comparison of Mendelian inheritance with

polygenic inheritance, pleiotropism,

penetrance and expressivity.

5. Extra-nuclear inheritance and maternal

effect: cytoplasmic inheritance- definition,

characteristic features of cytoplasmic

inheritance, chloroplast inheritance,

differences between chromosomal and

extra-chromosomal inheritance.

Section: B


nucleic acids and

mechanism of DNA

replication and

protein synthesis.

explain structure and

function of

chromosome.

analyze cytogenetic

causes of variation.

explain the mechnism

of sex determination

and abnormalities of

sex.

depictchanges in

genotype due to

variation in

nucleotide sequence

in DNA molecule.

6. Gene: classical and modern concept,

evidence of DNA as genetic material,

classification of genes; DNA and its

structure, function, types, modes of

replication and repair; RNA and its

structure, function and types; transcription,

translation, genetic code and outline of

protein synthesis.

7. Cytogenetics: structural and numerical

changes of chromosomes, their meiotic

behaviour and cytogenetic consequence;

cytogenetics of rice and wheat in relation

to (i) origin and distribution of the cultigen

and related species (ii) genomic

constitution of the phylogenetically related

species.

8. Crossing over (CO) and linkage: CO-

definition, types, mechanism, factors

affecting CO, cytological proof and genetic

consequences of CO; significance of CO in

plant breeding; linkage- definition, types,


linkage groups, detection and estimation of

linkage, importance of test cross in linkage

study, significance of linkage in plant

breeding, genetic map using two and three

point test cross, coincidence, interference,

9. Sex-determination and sex-linked

inheritance: sex chromosome,

characteristics of sex chromosomes,

mechanism of sex determination, sex-

linked genes in plants and animals, sex

limited and sex influenced characters.

10. Mutation: definition, characteristics,

classification and causes of mutation;

mutagen and their effects, methods of

detection (autosomal and sex-linked),

mechanisms of mutation, significance of

mutation in plant breeding.


Asche. 2013. Recent Advances in Cloning, Genetics and Stem Cell

Technology. Random Pub. India.

Singh, B. D. 2004. Genetics. Kalyani Publishers, New Delhi.

Bharat Singh. 2006: Molecular Bioology and Biotechnology. Aavishkar

Publishers, Distributors, Jaipur, India.

De Robertis, E.D.P. and De Robertis Jr., E.M.F. 1999: Cell and Molecular

Biology. B.I. Publications Private Ltd.

Falconer, D.S. 1981: Introduction to Quantitative Genetics. Longman Inc.,

New York.

Griffiths. 2008. Introduction to Genetic analysis. Cambridge Univ. Press,

USA.

Gupta, P.K. 1997: Genetics. Rastogi Publications. New Delhi.

Jain, H.K. 2004: Genetics Principles, Concepts and Implications. Oxford and

IBH publishing Co. New Delhi.

Kicl.2013. Recent Advances in Gene Evolution. Random Pub. India.

Lewin, B. Gene VIII. 2004. Oxford University Press. New York, USA.

Monroe W. Strickberger. 2002: Genetics. Prentice- Hall of India Private

Limited, New Delhi.

Osborn. 2013: Recent Advances in Cytology and Genetics. Random Pub.

India.

Peter, K.V. 1998: Genetics and Breeding of Vegetables. Published by

Directorate of Information and Publications of Agriculture. New Delhi.

Ringo. 2012. Fundamental Genetics. CUP, India.

Robert, H. Tamarin. 1996: Principles of Genetics. Fifth edition. McGraw-

Hill Companies, Inc. United States of America.

Sambamurty, A.V.S.S. 2007: Molecular Genetics. Narosa Publishing House.

New Delhi.

Sing, P. 2004: Genetics. Kalyani Publishers, New Delhi.

Singh, R.K. and Singh, P.K. 1994: A Manual of Genetics and Plant Breeding

Experimental Techniques. Kalyani publishers, New Delhi.

Snustad D. P, Simmons M. J and Jenkins J. B. 1997. Principles of Genetics.

John Wiley & Sons, Inc. New York.

Stent, G.S. and Calendar, R. 2004: Molecular Genetics: An Introductory

Narrative. CBS Publishers & Distributors, New Delhi.

Tamarin. 2012. Principles of Genetics. TMH, India.

Verma, P.S. and Agarwall, V.K. 2005: Cell Biology, Genetics, Molecular

Biology, Evolution and Ecology. S. Chand & Company Ltd. New Delhi.

Vijendra Das. L.D. 1998: Plant Breeding. New Age International (P)

Limited, Publishers, New Delhi.

Course: AT - 2206: Cytology, Genetics

and Cytogenetics Sessional/Field Work

Credit:

01

Year:

Second

Term:

Second

Rationale: The course is designed to make the students understand different

aspects of cell division and solving problems related to mendelian and non-

mendelian genetics.

Course Objectives:

To teach the students handling of microscope, preparation of

temporary slide to study mitosis and meiosis, solving problems

related to different genetic phenomenon.

Intended Learning


After the completion of the

course students will be able to:

handle microscope

properly and safely.

prepare temporary slides.

solve problems related to

qualitative and

quantitative inheritance.

analyze, interpret and

present the results of their

investigations.

1. Microscopic study of different stages

of mitosis and meiosis.

2. Problems on mendelian inheritance

pattern.

3. Problems on modified mendelian

ratios.

4. Problems on linkage.

5. Problems on two and three point test

cross of crossing over.



Falconer, D.S. 1981: Introduction to Quantitative Genetics. Longman Inc.,

New York.

Griffiths. 2008. Introduction to Genetic analysis. Cambridge Univ. Press,

USA.

Gupta, P.K. 1997: Genetics. Rastogi Publications. New Delhi.

Osborn. 2013: Recent Advances in Cytology and Genetics. Random Pub.

India.

Singh, R.K. and Singh, P.K. 1994: A Manual of Genetics and Plant Breeding

Experimental Techniques. Kalyani publishers, New Delhi.

Snustad D. P, Simmons M. J and Jenkins J. B. 1997. Principles of Genetics.

John Wiley & Sons, Inc. New York.

Michael P. Weiner, Stacey B. Gabriel, Claiborne Stephens (eds.), 2007.

Genetic Variation: A Laboratory Manual, Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory

Press, New York.

Course: AT - 2207: Agrimachineries Credit:

02 Year:

Second

Term: Second

Rationale: Agricultural farms are being mechanized day by day. Students

of Agriculture should accustom with modern farm machineries- its

principles, economic use, maintenance and even with very preliminary

knowledge about building materials.

Course Objectives: This course is designed

To conceptualize principles of farm mechanization and its application.

To acquaint with IC engines, their use and maintenance

To acquaint with common engineering and building materials.



Section: A


will be able to:

define mechanization of

farm.

describe area and

importance of farm

mechanization.

illustrate. agricultural power

source and its application.

depict operating principle of

ic engine.

1. Introduction: farm mechanization

and its scope and importance in

Bangladesh; source of agricultural

power and its application.

2. Engine: operating principle of IC

engine; difference between 4-stroke

and 2-stroke engines; petrol and

diesel engines; fuel and ignition

systems; cooling and lubrication

systems; power transmission

system; estimation of power; energy

distinguish 4-stroke and 2-

stroke engines; petrol and

diesel engines; fuel and

ignition systems; cooling

and lubrication systems.

estimate power; energy and

efficiency of engine.

explain troubleshooting and

how to repair and maintain

engine.

and efficiency of engine.

3. Repairing and maintenance:

trouble in engine systems; repair

and maintenance.

Section : B

express different

machineries used in the farm

practices.

estimate performance and

select appropriate machine.

illustrate common building

materials.

4. Farm machinery: tillage, crop

planting, plant protection, irrigation,

harvesting, threshing and drying

machines.

5. Economic performance of farm

machines: economic performance

of machines and equipment;

selection of machines.

6. Common engineering and

building materials: brick, sand,

cement and timber; their

constituents and uses; estimation of

common building structures.


Aziz, M. A. 1967: A Text Book of Estimating and Costing Zohri Pub.,

Dhaka.

Claude Cuplin, 1981. Farm Machinary (10th edition). The English Language

Book Society and Grand London.

Claude Cuplin, 1992. Farm Machinary (12th edition). Blackwell Scientific

Publications, London.

Hafiz, M. A. 1990: A Text Book of Engineering Materials. Book Centre,

Dhaka.

Hansen, V, E, Israelson, O. W. and Stringham, G. E. 1993: Irrigation

Principles and Practices, John Wiley & Sons, New York.

Hopper.H.J. 1981. Farm Impliments for Arid and Tropical Region. Oxford

and IBH Publishing Company.

Hunt, D. 1983: Farm Power and Machinery Management. Iowa State Univ.

Press, Ames.

Kepner, R. A. Bainer, R. and Barger, E. L. 1983: Principle of Farm

Machinery, AVI. Pub., New York.

Ojha, T. P. and A. M. Michael. 1997: Principles of Agricultural Engineering.


Vol. 1 & 2. Jain Brothers, New Delhi-110005.

PalphAlcock. 1986. Tractor- Implement System. The AVI Publishing

Company Inc.

Uddin M. S. 1993: Agricultural Engineering (Tractor), Vol. 1. Akhter

JahanSeyra Pub., 15 Mohammad Ali Road, Mymensingh.

Vincent A.Dood, PatricM.Grace. 1989. Agricultural Engineering,

Agricultural Machanization. Brookfield, London.

Course : AT - 2208:

Agrimachineries


Credit : 01 Year:

Second

Term: Second

Rationale: Agricultural farms are being mechanized day by day. Students

of Agriculture should accustom with modern farm machineries- its

principles, economic use, maintenance and even with very preliminary

knowledge about building materials.

Course Objectives:

To conceptualize principles of farm mechanization and its application.

To familiar with IC engines, their use and maintenance

To acquaint with common engineering and building materials.




identify and use major

parts of engine.

operate and maintain

farm engines

estimate construction

process.

1. Study of common hand tools,

identification and use of major parts of

engine.

2. Study of fuel system, ignition system,

cooling and lubrication system.

3. Power transmission system of C.I. and

S.I. engines.

4. Operation of farm machineries.

5. 5. Practical problems on construction

materials and estimation


Aziz, M. A. 1967. A Text Book of Estimating and Costing Zohri Pub.,

Dhaka.

Claude Cuplin, 1992. Farm Machinary (12th edition). Blackwell Scientific

Publications, London.

Claude Cuplin, 1981. Farm Machinary (10th edition). The English

Language Book Society and Grand London.

Course: AT -2209: Methods in Plant

Pathology

Credit:

02

Year:

Second

Term :

Second

Rationale: This course is oriented to provide practical knowledge

regarding laboratory procedures of plant pathology

Course Objectives:

To study laboratory procedures and methods

To use, handle and care of laboratory equipments, glass wares and

consumables

To record keeping for study and research

To writing technical reports



will be able to:

Apply Koch’s postulates by

using fungi, bacteria, nematodes

& viruses

isolate, purify and identify of

plant pathogenic fungi, bacteria,

virus and nematode

use, handle and care of

laboratory equipments, glass

wares and consumables

evaluate of anti pathogenic

chemicals

estimate of yield loss based on

infectious disease

screen germplasms for disease

resistance

capture photographs of plant

pathological study and research

writing technical reports

1. Spore counting, centrifugation,

chromatography,

spectrophotometry and pH

adjustment.

2. Methods of isolation of plant

pathogenic fungi, bacteria,

virus and nematode.

3. Techniques of isolation

purification, multiplication and

preservation of plant pathogens

4. Detection techniques of plant

pathogenic fungi, bacteria,

virus and nematode.

5. Techniques of inoculation of

plant pathogenic fungi,

bacteria, virus and nematode.

6. Evaluation of anti pathogenic

chemicals.

7. Screening germplasms for

disease resistance

8. Demonstration of

pathogenicity

9. Plotting disease progress curve

of epidemic and sporadic

disease.

10. Estimation of yield loss due to

infectious disease.

11. Photography

12. Technical report writing and

editing




Alexopoulos, C Mims, J C Blackwell, W M. Introductory Mycology.

4thedition, John wiley and sons. Inc. New York chic esters Brisbane Toronto



Asrafuzzaman, H. 1991. A Text Book of Plant Pathology. Bangladesh

Agricultural Research Council, Dhaka.

Boss, L. 1983. Introduction to Plant Virolology. Centre for Agricultural


Dube, H.C. An Introduction to fungi. Second edition. Vikas publishing

house pvt. Ltd. New Delhi.

Mehrotra, R.S. Aneja, K R. An Introduction to Mycology. New age

international publishers.


Begum, Residential Campus, Institute of Postgraduate Studies in

Agriculture, Gazipur-1703, Bangladesh.

Singh, R.S Introduction to principles of Plant Pathology, fourth edition.

Oxford and IBH publishing co. pvt. Ltd, New Delhi

Verma. H.K. A text book of fungi. First published 2012, random

publications. New Delhi.

Course: AT –2211: Feeds, Fodder

and Animal Nutrition

Credit:

02

Year:

Second

Term: Second

Rationale: This course is oriented to provide students the information of

feeds and fodders, their digestions and utilization in ruminants and non-

ruminants

Course Objectives: To teach the learners about feeds and fodders, their

digestions and utilization in ruminants and non-ruminants


ILOs) Course Content

Section: A


will be able to:

1. define and differentiate nutrients

and nutrition

2. differentiate the composition of

plants and animals

3. describe the general and specific

functions of nutrients

4. compare the digestive systems of

ruminants with that of non-

ruminants

1. Introduction: definition of

nutrition and nutrients, composition

of plant and animal body and

interrelationships between them.

2. Nutrients: definition,

classification and general functions;

functions, deficiency symptoms and

feed sources of each nutrient in

ruminants and poultry.

3. Digestive physiology of

ruminants: definition of digestion,

digestive system of ruminants and

5. state the types and functions of

rumen microorganisms

6. illustrate different methods of feed

evaluation

7. explain the factors affecting

digestibility of feeds

8. restate digestion and metabolism

of carbohydrates and protein in

ruminants

comparison with that of non-

ruminants; digestive juices, their

sources and functions; functions of

rumen microorganisms.

4. Feed evaluation: objectives and

methods of feed evaluation,

digestibility of feeds, factors

affecting digestibility, biological

partitioning of energy.

5. Digestion and metabolism of

nutrients: digestion and metabolism

of carbohydrates and protein in

ruminants.

Section: B

9. characterize of feeds, fodders and

supplements for animal nutrition.

10. optimize fodder production

technique and conservation methods

of animal food.

11. explain the factors affecting

nutritive value of fodders

12. describe the importance,

advantages, disadvantages and

methods of hay and silage making

13. state the importance of using

agro-industrial by-products

14. describe the chemical nature and

methods of improvement of nutritive

value of agro-industrial by products

15. illustrate different feeding

standards for farm animals

16. formulate balanced ration for farm

animals

6. Feeds and fodders:

classification; nutritional

characteristics of feeds, fodders and

supplements.

7. Fodder production: types of

fodders, methods of production of

leguminous and non-leguminous

fodders; factors affecting nutritive

value of fodders.

8. Conservation of feeds and

fodders: importance of

conservation, methods of

conservation-hay making, silage

making; chemical changes and

losses of nutrients during

conservation of fodders.

9. Un-conventional feed

utilization: utilization of agro-

industrial by-products-fibrous crop

residues, their chemical nature,

methods of improvement of

nutritive value through various

treatments.

10. Feeding livestock: feeding

standards for farm animals- feeding

of dairy and beef cattle;

computation of balance rations for

dairy and beef cattle.



Banerjee, G.C. 1988. Feeds and Principles of Animal Nutrition, Oxford and

IBH Pub. Co. Pvt. Ltd.

Mc. Donald, P., R. A. Edwards, J.F.D. Greenhalgh and C.A. Morgan. 2008.

Animal Nutrition. Fourth Edition, Dorling Kindersley (India) Pvt. Ltd.

Licensees by Pearson Education India.

Pathak, N. 1997. Texbook of Feed Processing Technology. Vikas Publishing

House Pvt. Ltd.

Pond, W.G., D.C. Church, K.R. Pond and P.A. Schokecht. 2006. Basic

Animal Nutrition and Feeding. Fifth Ed., Wiley India.

Prasad, J. and Neeraj. 2012. Principles and Practices of Animal Nutrition.

Third Ed., Kalyani Publishers, New Delhi.

Ranjhan, S.K. 1993. Animal Nutrition and Feeding Practices. Fourth

Revised Edition. Vikash Pub. House. Pvt. Ltd.

Ranjhan, S.K. 1993. Animal Nutrition in the Tropics. Third Revised Edition.

Vikas Pub. House. Pvt. Ltd.

Reddy, D.V. 2008. Applied Nutrition: Livestock, Poultry, Human, Pet,

Rabbit and Laboratory Animal Nutrition. First Ed., Oxford and IBH

Publishing Co., New Delhi.

Reddy, V.R. and Bhosale, D.T. 2001. Handbook of Poultry Nutrition.

Americal Soybean Association.

Reddy, V.R. and D.T. Bhosale. 2001. Handbook of Poultry Nutrition. First

Ed., Americal Soybean Association, 168, JorBagh, New Delhi, India.

Singh, K.S. 1997. Animal Nutrition. First Ed., Kalyani Publishers, New

Delhi.

Verma, D.N. 1995. A Text Book of Animal Nutrition. First Ed., Kalyani


Wong, N.P., R. Jenness, M. Keeney and E.H. Marth. 1998. Fundamentals of

Dairy Chemistry, Third Ed., CBS Publishers and Distributors, New Delhi.

Course: AT –2212: Feeds, Fodder and

Animal Nutrition Sessional/Field Work

Credit:

01

Year:

Second

Term:

Second


on animal nutrition. The purpose is to apply the practical knowledge on

feeds, fodder and animal nutrition

Course Objectives:

To teach the learners practically about different aspects of feeds,

fodder and animal nutrition



will be able to:

estimate different components

of feed and fodders through

proximate analysis

identify livestock feeds and

fodders

demonstrate fodder production

1. Principles and procedures of

proximate analysis-dry matter,

crude protein, crude fibre, ash

and ether extract.

2. Identification of livestock feeds

and fodders.

3. Demonstration on the

production of fodders

4. Field trips.

TeachingReferences:



Dutt, C., Niranjan and N.P. Singh. 2006. Analytical Techniques in Poultry

Nutrition. First Ed., Kalyani Publishers, New Delhi.

Mc. Donald, P., R. A. Edwards, J.F.D. Greenhalgh and C.A. Morgan.

2008. Animal Nutrition. Fourth Edition, Dorling Kindersley (India) Pvt.

Ltd. Licensees by Pearson Education India.

Pathak, N. 1997. Texbook of Feed Processing Technology. Vikas

Publishing House Pvt. Ltd.

Ranjhan, S.K. 1993. Animal Nutrition in the Tropics. Third Revised

Edition. Vikas Pub. House. Pvt. Ltd.

Reddy, D.V. 2008. Applied Nutrition: Livestock, Poultry, Human, Pet,

Rabbit and Laboratory Animal Nutrition. First Ed., Oxford and IBH

Publishing Co., New Delhi.

Reddy, V.R. and Bhosale, D.T. 2001. Handbook of Poultry Nutrition.

Americal Soybean Association.

Reddy, V.R. and D.T. Bhosale. 2001. Handbook of Poultry Nutrition. First

Ed., Americal Soybean Association, 168, JorBagh, New Delhi, India.

Sastry, N.S.R. and Thomas, C.K. 2005. Livestock Production

Management. Fourth Ed., Kalyani Publishers, New Delhi.

Singh, K.S. 1997. Animal Nutrition. First Ed., Kalyani Publishers, New

Delhi.

Verma, D.N. 1995. A Text Book of Animal Nutrition. First Ed., Kalyani



Course: Stat-2213: Statistics Credit: 02 Year:

Second

Term:

Second

Rationale: This course is introduced to disseminate the basic knowledge of

agricultural statistics among the students.

Course objectives:

To introduce the students with basic agricultural statistics.

Intended Learning

Outcomes( ILOs)

Course Content

Section: A



conceptualize statistics and

statistical data with its

importance.

explicate different

measures of location.

apply different measures of

dispersion.

apply probability and

probability theories in the

field of agriculture.

1. Introduction: definition of statistics,

its use and limitations, population

sample, functions of statistics,

collection of statistical data. formation

of frequency distribution.

diagrammatic and graphical

presentation of statistical data.

2. Measures of central tendency:

characteristics of an ideal measures of

central tendency. arithmetic mean,

median, mode, geometric mean and

harmonic mean. comparisons of these

averages and the selection of

appropriate average. properties of

arithmetic mean. weighted arithmetic

mean.

3. Measures of dispersion: definition.

characteristics of a good measure of

dispersion. range, quartile deviation,

mean deviation and standard

deviation. relative measures of

dispersion – coefficient of variation.

skewness, kurtosis and their measures.

4. Probability: definition and concept of

probability, addition, multiplication

on probability. concept of probability

distribution, binomial, poisson and

normal distributions.

Section: B

express bivariate

relationship

prepare anova

test different hypotheses

5. Correlation: Scatter diagram,

correlation coefficient, rank

correlation coefficient, application of

correlation in agriculture, regression,

linear regression and its applications

in agriculture, interpretation of

regression coefficients.

6. Tests of statistical hypothesis:

definition of hypothesis. type I and II

errors, steps involved in testing of

hypothesis, level of significance and

degrees of freedom, critical region,

large sample tests – Z transformation

of the correlation coefficient, small

sample tests.

7. Tests for equality of means and

variances, t and F tests, paired t-Test.

Tests of significance of correlation

coefficient: Chi-Square Test,

assumptions, limitations and

applications, contingency table,

analysis of variance


Balakrishnan. N. (2002) Statistical Methods and Practice. Prentice Hall of

India.

Chakravorthi. S.R. and Giri.N. (2002) Basic Statistics. South Asian

Publishers, New Delhi – 110 014.

Cochran.W.G. (1989) Sampling Techniques. Oxford and IBH Publishing

Co.

Croxton and Cowden. (1966) Applied General Statistics. Prentice Hall of

India Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi.

Ferrold H. Zar. (2005) Biostatistical Analysis. Fourth Edition, Pearson

Education, India.

Fisher. R.A. (1950) Statistical Methods for Research Workers – 11th

Edition. Oliver & Boyd, Edinburg.

Fisher.R.A. and Yates (1948) Statistical Tables for Biological, Agricultural

and Medical Research. Oliver & Boyd, Edinburg.

Gupta.S.C. and Kapoor.V.K. (1997) Fundamentals of Mathematical

Statistics. Sultan Chand & Sons Publisher, New Delhi.

Panse. V.G. and Sukhatme. P.V. (1967) Statistical Methods for Agricultural

Workers. ICAR, New Delhi.

Rangaswamy. R. (2002) A text book of Agricultural Statistics. John Wiley

& Sons

Snedecor, G.W. and Cochran.W.G. (1992) Statistical Methods. Oxford and

IBH Publishing Co.


Course: Stat - 2214: Statistics


Credit:

01

Year:

Second

Term:

Second

Rationale: This course is introduced to familiarize students with practical

knowledge about agricultural statistics

Course Objectives:

To introduce the students with practical agricultural statistics so

that they can effectively be familiar with agricultural statistics.

Intended Learning




summarize and

organize different

statistical data and

present them

graphically.

construct frequency

table and present data

graphically

calculate different

measures of locations.

examine bivariate

relationships.

apply the knowledge

of probability in

agriculture.

interpret experimental

results

1. Formation of Frequency Distributions,

Diagrammatic and Graphical

presentations.

2. Computation of different measures of

Central Tendency and Dispersion,

Coefficient of Variation, Coefficient of

Skewness and Kurtosis, Simple

Correlation Coefficient.

3. Regression Coefficient, Rank

Correlation Coefficient and Coefficient

of Concordance. Fitting of Linear

Regression models for prediction.

4. Simple problems on Probability. Fitting

of Binomial and Poission Distributions,

Problems based on Normal Distribution.

5. Large Sample Tests for Mean, Variance

and Correlation Coefficient. F test, t test

for Mean.

Teaching References


India.



Cochran.W.G. (1989) Sampling Techniques. Oxford and IBH Publishing

Co.




Education, India.







Panse. V.G. and Sukhatme. P.V. (1967) Statistical Methods for

Agricultural Workers. ICAR, New Delhi.

Rangaswamy. R. (2002) A text book of Agricultural Statistics. John Wiley

& Sons


IBH Publishing Co.

Course: CSE - 2250: Data Base &

Statistical Package Sessional

Credit:

1.5

Year:

Second

Term:

Second

Rationale: This course is designed to provide basic knowledge on database,

input and output designs, data query and analysis of data using statistical

package.

Course objectives:

To acquaint students with the basic principles and fundamental

applications database, input and output designs, data query and

analysis of data using statistical package.

Intended Learning

Outcomes (ILOs)

Course Content



apply the

principles of data

base and statistical

package

1. Concept on database.

2. Input and output designs

3. Data query

4. Analysis of data using statistical packages

Teaching References

Glenn, Introduction to Computer System, Mcgraw Hill.


Third Year First Term

Course: AT-3101: Production

Technology of Field Crops Credit: 03

Year:

Third

Term:

First

Rationale: This course is designed to provide knowledge on production

technology of field crops and factors affecting crop yield

Course Objectives:

To understand the determinant factors of crop yield

To acquire knowledge on production technology of field crops.

Intended Learning

Outcomes (ILOs)

Course Content

Section – A



characterize yield

and and yield

components of field

crops

relatethe influence of

climatic factors to

crop yield

express production

technology of cereal,

sugar, and narcotic

crops.

1. Yield and yield components of field

crops.

2. Factors affecting yield of field crops:

Climatic factors: temperature, light,

precipitation, humidity, winds as the

determinants of crop yield.

Edaphic factors: land topography,

temperature, moisture, content of organic

matter and soil elements, soil reaction and

soil organisms.

Cultural factors: water, fertilizer and

pests.

Plant factors: phenological characters.

Production technology of crops in

respect of the following: origin, soil,

climate, morphology, varieties, land

preparation, fertilizer application, planting,

seed rate, intercultural operations,

harvesting and post-harvest operations of

cereal crops: rice, wheat, maize, Italian

millet and common millet, sorghum;Sugar

crops: sugar cane; Narcotic crops: tobacco.

Section-B

depict production

technology of fibre,

pulse, oil seedand

green manuring crop.

3. Production technology of crops in

respect of the following: origin, soil,

climate, morphology, varieties, land

preparation, fertilizer application, planting,

seed rate, intercultural operations,

harvesting and post-harvest operations of

Fibre crops: jute, cotton, mesta and kenaf.

Pulse crops: lentil, grass pea, mungbean,

fieldpea, chickpea, black gram,

pigeon

pea, cowpea.

Oil seed crops: mustard, peanut, sesame,

soybean, linseed, sunflower,

safflower, niger.

Green manuring crops: dhaincha, sunnhemp.


Aiyar, A.K. Y.N. 1975. Principles of Crop Husbandry in India. The

Bangalore Printing and Publishing Co. Ltd. 88. Mysore Road, Bangalore.

Alim. A. A Handbook of Bangaldesh Jute. Effat Begum, 18, Garden Road,

Kawran Bazar, Dhaka.

Banerjee, B. Tea: Production and Processing. Oxford & IBH Publishing Co.

Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi, India.

Chapman, S.R. and Carter. L.P. Crop Production-Principles and Practices.

Surjeet Pub. New Delhi.

Chatterjee, B.N. and Maiti, S. Principles and Practices of Rice Growing.

Oxford & IBH Publishing Co. Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi, India.

Chatterjee, B.N. and Maiti. S. Rice Production Technology Manual. Oxford

& IBH Publishing Co. Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi, India.

Datta, De and Surajit, K. Principles and Practices of Rice Production. John

Wiley & Sons. New York.

Desai, D.K. and Gandhi, M. Rice: Production, Productivity and Research

Management. Oxford & IBH Publishing Co. Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi.

Kaul, A.K. and Das, M.L. Oilseeds in Bangladesh. Bangladesh-Canada

Agriculture Sector Team. Min. of Ag. GOB. Dhaka.

Kipps, M.S. Production of Field Crops. Tata McGrow Hill Pub. Co. Ltd.

New Delhi.

Langer, R.H.M. and Hill, G.D. 1991. Agricultural Pant, Cambridge

University Press, London.

Martin, J.H. and Leonard. W.H. and Stamp, D. L. 1976. Principles of Field

Crop Production. Macmillan Pub. Co. Inc. New York, USA.

Quddus, M. A. 1985. Bangladesher Khadya Shasha O Arthokari phasal.

Bangla Academy, Dhaka.

Singh, C. Modern Techniques of Raising Field Crops Oxford & IBH


Thakur, C. Scienctific Crop Production (vol 1 & 2). Metropolition Book Co,

Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi.

Yadava, R.L. Sugarcane Production Technology. Oxford & IBH Publishing

Co. Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi.


Course: AT-3102: Production Technology

of Field Crops Sessional/Field Work

Credit:

01

Year:

Third

Term:

First

Rationale: This course is designed to provide practical knowledge on

seedbed preparation, sugarcane planting methods, crop raising practices and

economic analysis of crop production.

Course Objectives:

To provide hands-on knowledge on nursery bed preparation

To acquaint with sugarcane planting methods and green manuring

To provide practical knowledge on crop raising

To make competent for economic analysis of crop production


(ILOs)

Course Content


will be able to:

prepare nursery bed for

raising seedlings.

practice sugarcane planting

methods and green

manuring.

estimate cost of production

of agronomic crops.

raise field crop.

1. Preparation of nursery bed for

raising seedling.

2. Practicing different methods of

planting sugarcane.

3. Computation of cost of

production of important crops.

4. Practicing green manuring.

5. Raising crops in individual plot.


Aiyar, A.K. Y.N. 1975. Principles of Crop Husbandry in India. The

Bangalore Printing and Publishing Co. Ltd. 88. Mysore Road, Bangalore.

Alim. A. A Handbook of Bangaldesh Jute. Effat Begum, 18, Garden Road,

Kawran Bazar, Dhaka.

Banerjee, B. Tea: Production and Processing. Oxford & IBH Publishing Co.

Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi, India.

Chapman, S.R. and Carter. L.P. Crop Production-Principles and Practices.

Surjeet Pub. New Delhi.

Chatterjee, B.N. and Maiti, S. Principles and Practices of Rice Growing.

Oxford & IBH Publishing Co. Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi, India.

Chatterjee, B.N. and Maiti. S. Rice Production Technology Manual. Oxford

& IBH Publishing Co. Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi, India.

Datta, De and Surajit, K. Principles and Practices of Rice Production. John

Wiley & Sons. New York.

Desai, D.K. and Gandhi, M. Rice: Production, Productivity and Research

Management. Oxford & IBH Publishing Co. Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi.

Kaul, A.K. and Das, M.L. Oilseeds in Bangladesh. Bangladesh-Canada

Agriculture Sector Team. Min. of Ag. GOB. Dhaka.

Kipps, M.S. Production of Field Crops. Tata McGrow Hill Pub. Co. Ltd.

New Delhi.

Langer, R.H.M. and Hill, G.D. 1991. Agricultural Pant, Cambridge

University Press, London.

Martin, J.H. and Leonard. W.H. and Stamp, D. L. 1976. Principles of Field

Crop Production. Macmillan Pub. Co. Inc. New York, USA.

Quddus, M. A. 1985. Bangladesher Khadya Shasha O Arthokari phasal.

Bangla Academy, Dhaka.

Singh, C. Modern Techniques of Raising Field Crops Oxford & IBH


Thakur, C. Scienctific Crop Production (vol 1 & 2). Metropolition Book Co,


Yadava, R.L. Sugarcane Production Technology. Oxford & IBH Publishing

Co. Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi.

Course: AT-3103: Agricultural

Chemistry

Credit:

03

Year:

Third

Term:

First

Rationale:The graduates are intended to provide applied knowledge about

manufacturing and impact of different fertilizers and pesticides and also

about nuclear chemistry.

Course Objectives:

To acquire knowledge of applied aspects of manufacturing

fertilizers, pesticides

To be acquainted with analyzing nutrients and about different

radiations and their application in agriculture.

Intended Learning

Outcomes (ILOs)

Course Content

Section: A

At the end of the course,

the students will be able

to:

define agricultural

chemistry and

agrochemicals

make clear the

manufacturing

techniques of

chemical fertilizers.

present the chemistry

and application of

different

micronutrients.

reveal physical and

chemical properties of

fertilizers.

1. Introduction: Concept of agricultural

chemistry and agrochemicals.

2. Manufacturing of fertilizers:

nitrogenous, phosphatic and potassic

fertilizers.

3. Chemistry of micronutrients: zinc,

copper, iron, manganese, boron etc.

4. Properties of fertilizers: physical and

chemical properties; quality control and

specifications of commonly used

fertilizers; mixed and compound

fertilizers; compatibility of fertilizers;

advantages and disadvantages of mixed

and liquid fertilizers.

5. Fate of fertilizers after application:


narrate fate of

different fertilizers

after application in

soil for crop

production.

Nitrogenous fertilizers- urea, ammonium

sulphate etc.; phosphatic fertilizers- triple

superphosphate, single superphosphate

etc.; potassic fertilizers- muriate of potash,

potassium sulphate etc.

Section: B

elucidate pesticide

formulation

explain mode of

action of pesticides.

apply pesticide

judiciously

use different nuclear

radiations in crop

improvement.

judge suitability of

irrigation water in

crop production.

adapt working

principles of various

instruments.

1. Pesticide chemistry: chemistry of

pesticide formulation; chemistry and

utilization of carrier materials for pesticide

formulation; dust, wettable and water

dispersible powders, emulsifiable

concentrates; preparation, properties and

mode of action of commonly used

insecticides, herbicides and fungicides;

natural organic compounds,

organochlorinated hydrocarbons,

organophpsphorus compounds,

organocarbamates; effects of pesticides on

agro-environment.

2. Nuclear chemistry: nuclear stability,

radio-isotopes, interactions of radiation

with matter, half-life, radiation units,

radiation detection and application of

radio-isotipes in agriculture.

3. Chemistry and technology of water:

chemistry of water, irrigation water

quality, water pollution and treatment.

4. Instrumental methods of analysis:

working principles of pH meter

conductivity meter, colorimetry,

spectrophotometry, and chromatography.


Buchel, K. H. (1977). Chemistry of Pesticides. Johnwiley and Sons

Publications, New York.

Gupta, A.K. 2007. Methods in Environmental Analysis Water, Soil and Air.

2nd Edn. Published by AGROBIOS( India) Jodpur.

Gupta,P.K, 1999. Hand book of Soil, Fertilizer and Manure. Agro Botanica,

Bikaner.

Mishra, P.C. 1989. Soil Pollution and Soil Organisms. Ashish Publishing

House, New Delhi.

Petreezzelli, D & Hefferich, F.G. 1993. Migration and Fate of Pollutants in

Soils and Subsoils. Verlag, New York.

Purohit,S.S. 2006. Environmental Pollution Causes, Effects and Control.

Published by AGROBIOS( India) Jodpur.

Salt, D.E, Smith, R.D. and Ruskin, I. 1998. Phyto Remediation. Annu Rev.

Plant Physical. Plant Mol. Biol. 49: 643 - 68.

Shilpa, S, Varma, H.N and Bhargava, S.K. 2006. Air Pollution and its

Impacts on Plant growth Published by New India Publishing Agency, New

Delhi

Singh, S.S, 1999. Soil Fertility and Nutrient Management. Kalyani

Publishers, New Delhi

Sreeramalu, U.S. (1979). Chemistry of Insecticides and Fungicides. Oxford

& IBH publishing Co., New Delhi.

Stevens, R.W. (1977). Pesticides in the Environment Vol. Part 1. Marcel

Dekker, Inc.New York.

Tandon, H.L.S.1992. Fertilisers, Organic Manures, Recyclable Wastes and

Biofertilisers. FDCO, New Delhi.

Tisdale, S.L., W. L. Nelson Beaton J.D and Havlin J.L (1997). Soil Fertility

and 48 Fertilisers. 5th Ed. Printice Hall of India New Delhi.

Ulysses, R. and Johnes, S. 1987. Fertilisers and Soil Fertility. Premtice Hall

of India Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi.

Yawalkar, K.S., Agarwal, J.P. and Bokdi, S. 1984. Manures and Fertilisers.

Agrl. Horti. Publishing House, Nagpur.

Course: AT-3104: Agricultural

Chemistry Sessional/Field Work

Credit: 01 Year:

Third

Term:

First


knowledge on different agrochemicals including different techniques of

nutrient analysis and pesticide formulation.

Course Objectives:


techniques of nutrients from soil, plant, water and pesticide

formulation.



able to:

prepare plant extract for nutrient

analysis.

estimate different nutrients from

soil, plant and water.

demonstrate pesticide formulation.

1. Preparation of plant extract.

2. Estimation of N, P, K, Ca,

Mg, S from plant extract,

fertilizer and water sample.

3. Techniques of pesticide

formulation.

4. Visit to fertilizer factories

and pesticide factories.



Buchel, K. H. (1977). Chemistry of Pesticides. John-willey and Sons

Publications, New York.

Gupta, A.K. 2007. Methods in Environmental Analysis Water, Soil and

Air. 2nd Ed.Published by AGROBIOS( India) Jodpur.

Gupta,P.K, 1999. Hand book of Soil, Fertilizer and Manure. Agro

Botanica, Bikaner.

Mishra, P.C. 1989. Soil Pollution and Soil Organisms. Ashish Publishing

House, New Delhi.

Petreezzelli, D & Hefferich, F.G. 1993. Migration and Fate of Pollutants in

Soils andSubsoils. Verlag, New York.

Purohit,S.S. 2006. Environmental Pollution Causes, Effects and Control.

Published byAGROBIOS( India) Jodpur.

Salt, D.E, Smith, R.D. and Ruskin, I. 1998. Phytoremediation. Annu Rev.

Plant Physical. Plant Mol. Biol. 49: 643 - 68.

Shilpa, S, Varma, H.N and Bhargava, S.K. 2006. Air Pollution and its

Impacts on Plantgrowth Published by New India Publishing Agency, New

Delhi

Singh, S.S, 1999. Soil Fertility and Nutrient Management. Kalyani

Publishers, New Delhi

Sreeramalu, U.S. (1979). Chemistry of Insecticides and Fungicides. Oxford

& IBHpublishing Co., New Delhi.

Stevens, R.W. (1977). Pesticides in the Environment Vol. Part 1. Marcel

Dekker, Inc.New York

Tandon, H.L.S.1992. Fertilisers, Organic Manures, Recyclable Wastes

andBiofertilisers. FDCO, New Delhi

Tisdale, S.L., W.L. Nelson Beaton J.D and Havlin J.L (1997). Soil Fertility

and 48 Fertilisers. 5th Ed. Printice Hall of India New Delhi.

Ulysses, R. and Johnes, S. 1987. Fertilisers and Soil Fertility. Premtice Hall

of India Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi

Yawalkar, K.S., Agarwal, J.P. and Bokdi, S. 1984. Manures and Fertilisers.

Agrl. Horti. Publishing House, Nagpur

Course: AT- 3105: Insect Physiology

and Ecology

Credit:

03

Year:

Third

Term:

First

Rationale: The course is structured to provide knowledge on insects’

different physiological systems and their ecological aspects.

Course Objectives:

To acquire knowledge on different physiological organizations of

insects

To understand the ecological factors related to insects

Intended Learning Outcomes( Course Content

ILOs)

Section: A


be able to:

define digestive system and

digestion of insects.

explain metabolism in insects

body.

illustrate the structure and

functions of digestive,

circulatory, excretory and

respiratory system.

compare amongdifferent sense

organ of insects.

explain nervous system of

insects.

1. Digestive system and

nutrition: definitions; structure

and functions of digestive

system; different types of insect

digestive systems, nutritional

requirements and metabolism of

carbohydrate, fat and proteins in

insects.

2. Circulatory system: definition;

components and functions of

insect haemolymph; structure

and functions of insect

circulatory system.

3. Excretory system: definition;

sturcture and functions of

organs associated with

excretion in insects.

4. Respiratory system: definition

and types; structure and

functions of respiratory system

in terrestrial insect; means of

respiration in aquatic and

endoparasitic insects.

5. Sense organ: structures,

distribution and functions of

mechanoreceptor,

chemoreceptor, photoreceptor,

auditory organ, gustatory

receptor, temperature and

humidity receptor.

6. Nervous system: definition and

classification; several types of

neurones; structures and

functions of central, peripheral

and sympathetic nervous

system.

Section: B

characterize endocrine glands of

insects.

explain physiology of moulting

and metamorphosis.

7. Endocrine glands: definiton of

endocrine gland and hormone;

sketch of endocrine glands with

their corresponding positions

and functions; physiology and


illustrate insect reproduction and

reproductive systems.

distinguish between

embryogenesis and

segmentation.

explain different terms related to

ecology.

classify insect ecology and

agroecosystems,

judge biotic and abiotic factors

on the population dynamics.

explain insect dispersal and

dispersion pattern

compare amongassociation

types found in insects.

explain insect growth form with

their significance.

define and categorize

polymorphism.

hormonal control of moulting

and metamorphosis; diapause in

insects.

8. Insect reproduction and

embryology: definition;

structure and functions of

several parts of insect

reproductive system; types of

reproduction and their

significances; embryogenesis

and segmentation.

9. Insect ecology: definition,

factors and role of these factors

on the population dynamics of

insects in agroecosystem;

structure of agroecosystem,

ecological niche, insect natality

and mortality, insect tropism,

insect dispersal and dispersion

pattern; insect association and

their types; insect diapauses,

hibernation and aestivation.

10. Growth form: definition;

types; basic features of diffrent

types of growth forms and their

significance in agroecosystem.

11. Polymorphism: definition,

significance, types and their

adaptation in agroecosystem.


Denno, R. F. and Eubanks, M. D. 2011. Insect Ecology: Behavior,

Populations and Communities. Cambridge University Press, Newyork.

James L. Nation. 2001. Insect Physiology and Biochemistry. Taylor &

Francis, Oxfordshire, New York.

Manju Yadav. 2003. Physiology of Insects. Discovery Publishing House,

India.

Morris Rockstein. 2012. The Physiology of Insecta, Elsevier Science,

Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Murray Sheldon Blum. 2005. Fundamentals of Insect Physiology. 1st edition,

Wiley-Interscience Press, Hoboken, New Jersey, USA.

Odum, E.P. 1981. Fundamental of Ecology. W.B Sounders publishers, New

York.

Peter W. Price. 1997. Insect Ecology.3rd edition, Wiley Press, Hoboken,

New Jersey, USA.

Simpson. 2005. Advances in Insect Physiology.

Wigglesworth, W. B. 1984. Insect Physiology. 8th edition, Academic Press,

NewYork, London.

Course: AT- 3106: Insect Physiology

and Ecology Sessional/Field Works

Credit:

01

Year:

Third

Term:

First

Rationale: The sessional course is designed to provide practical

knowledge on insect digestive, reproductive and nervous systems, insect

vector, crop loss assessment and finally its population dynamics.

Course Objectives:

To be acquainted with insect digestive, reproductive and nervous

systems

To acquire knowledge on insects vector

To calculate crop loss assessment and population dynamics


(ILOs)

Course Content


be able to:

identify different essential parts

of digestive, reproductive and

nervous system of insects.

recognize and characterize insect

vectors of major crops.

assess crop loss and estimate its

economic threshold level.

demonstrate and describe insect

population dynamics.

1. Digestive, reproductive and

nervous systems of

grasshopper, red cotton bug,

and cockroach.

2. Study of insect vectors of

major crops in Bangladesh.

3. Crop loss assessment and

estimation of economic

threshold level.

4. Study of the population

dynamics of an insect

species under different

ecological parameters.

5. Field trips.


Denno, R. F. and Eubanks, M. D. 2011. Insect Ecology: Behavior,

Populations and Communities. Cambridge University Press, Newyork.

James L. Nation. 2001. Insect Physiology and Biochemistry. Taylor &

Francis, Oxfordshire, New York.

Manju Yadav. 2003. Physiology of Insects. Discovery Publishing House,

India.

Morris Rockstein. 2012. The Physiology of Insecta, Elsevier Science,

Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Murray Sheldon Blum. 2005. Fundamentals of Insect Physiology. 1st

edition, Wiley-Interscience Press, Hoboken, New Jersey, USA.

Odum, E.P. 1981. Fundamental of Ecology. W.B Sounders publishers,


New York.

Peter W. Price. 1997. Insect Ecology.3rd edition, Wiley Press, Hoboken,

New Jersey, USA.

Simpson. 2005. Advances in Insect Physiology.

Wigglesworth, W. B. 1984. Insect Physiology. 8th edition, Academic

Press, NewYork, London.

Course: AT- 3107: Production of Spices

and Plantation Crops

Credit:

03

Year:

Third

Term:

First

Rationale: The knowledge on spices and plantation crops and skills on

management of the factors related to the production and processing of these

crops are pivotal for the agricultural graduates to identify and solve the

associated problems for delivering better services to the farmers.

Course objectives:

To be acquainted with the present status, prospects and scopes of

growing spices and plantation crops in Bangladesh

To differentiate the classes of spices and plantation crops, their

morphological features and growth habits

To understand the effect of ecological factors on production and

management of spices and plantation crops and their seeds

To obtain knowledge on the postharvest practices and processing of

spices and plantation crops


(ILOs)

Course Content

Section: A


will be able to:

define and classify spices of

Bangladesh.

evaluate the importance,

scopes and problems of

spice crops.

relate ecological factors

spices crops production.

narrate morphological

features of spices crops.

develop the production and

processing techniques for

major spices crops.

assess the strategies for

spices seed production.

1. Introduction: background, status of

production and export, importance,

scope and associated problems of

spices production in Bangladesh.

2. Common spices of Bangladesh:

classification, nomenclature,

morphology and growth habit of

different spice crops of Bangladesh.

3. Ecological factors affecting spices

production: role of temperature,

light, air water and soil on the growth

and development of spices crops.

4. Production and processing of

spices and condiments: soil,

climate, varieties, land preparation,

fertilizer application, sowing time,

sowing techniques, seed rate, water

management, control of weed, insect

and diseases, harvest and post-

harvest operations of ginger,

turmeric, chilli, garlic, cumins, black

pepper, bayleaf, onion, cinnamon and

coriander.

5. Seed production of spices: present

status and constraints; production

and storage of quality seeds of

different spices.

Section: B

outline plantation crops.

express the importance,

scopes and problems of

growing plantation crops.

observe ecological factors

affecting cultivation of

plantation crops.

explain morphological

features of plantation crops.

design the production and


major plantation crops.

6. Introduction: definition and

nomenclature of plantation crops,

importance, problems and scope of

cultivation of plantation crops in

Bangladesh, present scenario of

plantation area and crops in the

world.

7. Ecological factors of plantation

crops: distribution of plantation

crops of Bangladesh, Soil, climatic

and socio-economic factors

affecting production of major

plantation crops in Bangladesh and

in the world.

8. Management aspects of plantation

crops: site selection, land

development, planting, intercultural

operations and other management

practices of plantation crops.

9. Production and processing of

major plantation crops: detail

study of the following plantation

crops with emphasis on biology,

soil, climate, varieties, methods of

propagation, planting, manuring and


fertilization, irrigation and drainage

and other intercultural operations,

diseases and insect control,

harvesting, processing, storage and

marketing- tea, rubber, coffee, oil

palm, betel leaf, betel nut, bamboo

and cocoa.


Bose, T.K., Parthasarathy, V.A. and Chattopadhya (eds.). 2006. Plantation

Crops (Vol. 1 & 2). Naya Udyog. Kolkata, India.

Courtney, P.P. 1980. Plantation Agriculture (revised ed.). Westview Press.

Colorado.

Evans, J. 1996. Plantation Forestry in the Tropics (2nd ed.). Clarendon Press,

Oxford.

Kumar, N., Kader, M.A., Rangaswami, P. and Irulappan, I. 1997.

Introduction to Spices, Plantation Crops, Medicinal and Aromatic Plants.

Oxford and IBH Pub. Co., India.

Pruthi, J.S. 1998. Spices and Condiments (5th ed.). National Book Trust,

India.

Sana, D.L. 1989. Tea Science. Ashrafia Boi Ghar, Dhaka, Bangladesh.

Training manual Summer and all season vegetable and spice production.

1995. Horticulture Research and Development project in collaboration with

DAE.

Training manual- winter vegetables and spice production. 1995. Horticulture

Research and Development project in collaboration with DAE.

Weiss. 2002. Spice Crops. CABI Publishing, UK.

Wilson, K.C. 1999. Coffee, Cocoa and Tea. CABI Publishing. Wallingford,

UK.

Course: AT-3108: Production of

Spices and Plantation Crops


Credit:

01

Year:

Third

Term:

First

Rationale: Practical knowledge on cultivation practices for spices and

plantation crops and skills on management of the factors related to the

production and processing of these crops are necessary for agriculture

graduates to deliver better services to the farmers.

Course objectives:

To identify seeds and seedlings of spices and plantation crops

To obtain knowledge on morphological features of spices and

plantation crops

To estimate the rate of seeds and fertilizer doses and economic

analysis for growing spices and plantation crops

To understand the cultural practices for spices and plantation crops

To be acquainted with seed processing techniques for different spice

crops.

Intended Learning

Outcomes (ILOs)

Course Content



identify the seeds and

seedlings of spices and

plantation crops.

estimate the rate of seed

and fertilizer for spices and

plantation crops.

demonstrate cultural

practice for growing spices

and plantation crops.

identify different spices and

plantation crops.

estimate the cost of

cultivation of important

spice crops.

show the production and


major plantation crops of

Bangladesh.

1. Identification of seeds and seedlings

of spices and plantation crops.

2. Estimation of seed rate and fertilizer

dose for different spices and

plantation crops.

3. Methods of planting spices: sowing,

dibbling and transplanting.

4. Study of the important

morphological features related to

production of some important spices

and plantation crops.

5. Seed processing technique in onion,

turmeric, garlic and black pepper.

6. Cultivation of spices in plot and

report writing.

7. Album preparation of different seeds

and seedlings of spices and

plantation crops.

8. Estimation of cost of cultivation of

important spices.

9. Visiting important plantation areas

of Bangladesh.


Bose, T.K., Parthasarathy, V.A. and Chattopadhya (eds.). 2006. Plantation

Crops (Vol. 1 & 2). Naya Udyog. Kolkata, India.

Evans, J. 1996. Plantation Forestry in the Tropics (2nd ed.). Clarendon Press,

Oxford.

Weiss. 2002. Spice Crops. CABI Publishing, UK.

Pruthi, J.S. 1998. Spices and Condiments (5th ed.). National Book Trust,

India.

Sana, D.L. 1989. Tea Science. Ashrafia Boi Ghar, Dhaka, Bangladesh.

Kumar, N., Kader, M.A., Rangaswami, P. and Irulappan, I. 1997.

Introduction to Spices, Plantation Crops, Medicinal and Aromatic Plants.

Oxford and IBH Pub. Co., India.


Wilson, K.C. 1999. Coffee, Cocoa and Tea. CABI Publishing. Wallingford,

UK.



DAE.

Training manual- winter vegetables and spice production. 1995. Horticulture


Course:AT-3109: Agroforestry and

Social Forestry

Credit:

02

Year:

Third

Term:

First

Rationale: The graduates are intended to provide knowledge on concept

and practices of agroforestry and social forestry in Bangladesh.

Course Objectives:

To acquire knowledge on agroforestry and social forestry practices

in Bangladesh

To understand agroforestry, social forestry and their interactions

and

To assess their impact on agricultural production

Intended Learning

Outcomes( ILOs)

Course Content

Section: A



characterize agroforestry

practices

use design and diagnosis

method to identify

agroforestry solutions for

local problems.

evaluate different spices

for agroforestry system

assess productivity for an

agroforestry system.

evaluate the importance of

multipurpose tree species.

compare the interactions

among different

components of an

agroforestry system.

comprehend the

agroforestry practices in

Bangladesh and saarc

1. Concept, characteristics,

classification, potentials and

constraints of agroforestry;

distribution of agroforestry systems

and practices in the tropics and

subtropics.

2. Agroforestry planning: biophysical

and socio-economic survey by

diagnosis and design method;

evaluation of species adaptability for

agroforestry systems.

3. Agroforestry species: concept of

multipurpose tree species (MPTs);

role of multipurpose trees and shrubs

in agroforestry development;

limitations in the use of multipurpose

trees and shrubs; management of

multipurpose trees.

4. Component interactions and soil

productivity: positive and negative

interactions, component management,

countries

explain tree crop

interactions.

effects of trees on soil- positive and

negative effects, nutrient cycling in

agroforestry land use system.

5. Agroforestry practices: current

agroforestry practices in Bangladesh

and other SAARC countries.

6. Interactions between trees and crops

in agroforestry land use system.

Section: B

compare among

agroforestry, social

forestry and traditional

forestry.

identify the elements of

social forestry

conceptualize

environmental aspects of

social forestry.

select the planning and

evaluation procedure of

social forestry projects

interpret the scope, status

and constraints of social

forestry in Bangladesh.

identify the factors

affecting adoption of

social forestry.

evaluate the needs and

constraints of women

involvement in social

forestry in Bangladesh.

7. Introduction to social forestry:

Concept and synonyms of social

forestry, comparison among

conventional forestry, social forestry

and agroforestry; characteristics,

objectives, requisites and types of

social forestry.

8. Elements and environmental

aspects of social forestry: social

forestry as a resource system and

development program, physical and

socio-economic environment, social

and environmental aspects of social

forestry; impacts of social forestry.

9. Planning and evaluation of social

forestry projects.

10. Social forestry in Bangladesh:

scope, status and constraints: factors

influencing the adoption of social

forestry;

11. Women in social forestry; need for

involving women in social forestry,

constraints of women involvement in

social forestry in Bangladesh.


Ahmed, M.R. 1991. Social Forestry: Theories, Concepts and Applications.

Paper presented at the seminar on “Management of Social Forestry Projects”

held on Feb. 17-20, 1991. in Dhaka. Organized by World Food Programme.

Bandyopadhyay, A.K. 1997. A TextBook of Agroforestry with Applications.

Vikas Publishing House Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi.

Dwivedi, A.P. 1992. Agroforestry – Principles and Practices. Oxford & IBH

Pub. Co. Ltd. New Delhi.


Course: AT - 3110: Agroforestry and

Social Forestry Sessional/Field Work

Credit:

01

Year:

Third

Term:

First

Rationale: The graduates are intended to impart practical knowledge on

agroforestry species identification, homestead gardening; agroforestry

practices so that they can acquire proper practical knowledge on

agroforestry and social forestry.

Course Objectives:

To acquire practical knowledge on agroforestry system,

homestead gardening, and other related practices

To identify the suitable agroforestry species and be able to prepare

nursery for raising saplings

To design homestead garden and social forestry project in

professional way


(ILOs)

Course Content


will be able to:

identify important

agroforestry species

demonstrate silvan features

of important mpts.

prepare nursery and raise

saplings of agroforestry

species.

design and construct ideal

homestead garden.

recognize important forest

species for an agroforestry

system.

recommend agroforestry

practices through pictorial

presentation.

1. Identification of Multipurpose

Trees (MPTs).

2. Studies on Silvan Features and

use of different MPTs of

Bangladesh

3. Preparation of nursery for raising

saplings of different trees

4. Field study of homestead garden

5. Study on forest based agriculture

system

6. Pictorial presentation of different

agroforestry practices like

homegarden, alley cropping,

boundary plantation, living fence,

wind break, etc.

7. Field trips to different

agroforestry and social forestry

projects, preparation and

submission of reports.


Ahmed, M.R. 1991. Social Forestry: Theories, Concepts and Applications.

Paper presented at the seminar on “Management of Social Forestry

Projects” held on Feb. 17-20, 1991. in Dhaka. Organized by World Food

Programme.

Bandyopadhyay, A.K. 1997. A TextBook of Agroforestry with

Applications. Vikas Publishing House Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi.

Dwivedi, A.P. 1992. Agroforestry – Principles and Practices. Oxford &

IBH Pub. Co. Ltd. New Delhi.

Course: AT-3111: Irrigation and Water

Management

Credit:

03

Year:

Third

Term :

First

Rationale: This course is designed to provide knowledge on irrigation and

water management for better crop production.

Course Objectives:

To conceptualize irrigation and irrigated agriculture in Bangladesh

To acquire knowledge on water application methods and irrigation

efficiencies

To understand irrigation water quality

To acquaint with irrigation scheduling, water management and

irrigation water measurement

Intended Learning

Outcomes( ILOs)

Course Content

Section: A



summarize irrigation

and irrigated

agriculture of

Bangladesh.

compare different

methods of water

application.

narrate irrigation

efficiency.

illustrate crop-water

production functions.

relate irrigation water

quality with soil

properties.

1. Development of irrigation and

irrigated agriculture in Bangladesh: irrigation, importance of irrigation water

to plants; irrigation systems and present

state of development; performance of

irrigated agriculture; irrigation water

conveyance and distribution systems;

irrigation status of different crops;

common problems in irrigated agriculture

and their remedies.

2. Water application methods: methods of

water application, irrigation water loss

and its management; Irrigation

management of crop in problem soil: rain

water harvesting.

3. Irrigation efficiencies: efficiency of

water conveyance, application, storage,

distribution, use and consumptive use.

4. Crop-water production functions: crop-

water production functions and their uses;

yield response to water stress; system

water requirement vs management level.

5. Irrigation water quality: classification

and effects on soil properties.

Section: B

prepare irrigation

schedule

calculate water

1. Irrigation scheduling and water

requirement: concept; calculation of

irrigation water requirements of corps.


requirements of crops

use irrigation water

judiciously

clarifyagricultural

drainage.

calculate drainage

coefficient

measure irrigation

water

2. Water management practices for

crops: cereal crops, non-cereal food

crops, vegetables and fruit trees.

3. Drainage of agricultural lands:

definition, benefits, drainage problems,

evaluating the drainage requirement, site

selection and preparation of land, design

of drainage systems, types of drainage

systems, drainage coefficient.

4. Measurement of irrigation water: units

and methods of measurement.


F.A.O. 1977. Crop Water Requirements. F.A.O. Irrigation and Drainage

Paper No. 24.

Hansen, V.F., Israelsen, O.W. and Stringham, U.E. 1979. Irrigation

Principles and Practices (4th edi). John Wiley and Sons. New York. Toronto.

Luthin, J.N. Drainage Engineering.

Michael, A.M. 1996. Irrigation Theory and Practice. Vikas Publishing House


Misra, R.D. and Ahmed, M. 1993. Manual on Irrigation Agronomy. Oxford

and IBH Publishing Co. Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi.

Sharma, S.K. 1988. Principles and Practices of Irrigation Engineering. S.

Chand and Company Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi.

Course: AT-3112: Irrigation and

Water Management Sessional/Field

Work

Credit: 01 Year:

Third

Term:

First

Rationale: This course is designed to provide practical knowledge on

irrigation and drainage, water requirements of crops and water quality

measurement.

Course Objectives:

To provide hands-on knowledge on soil moisture determination

To understand the layout of irrigation methods and measurement of

irrigation water

To make acquaint with water quality determination

Intended Learning

Outcomes (ILOs)

Course Content



determine soil moisture

1. Determination of soil moisture content

by gravimetric method, tensiometric

method and feel method.

content.

practice irrigation

methods.

calculate irrigation water

requirement.

determine irrigation water

quality.

orientate with irrigation

and drainage projects.

2. Field capacity determination by

saturation-drainage method.

3. Layoutof different irrigation methods.

4. Measurement of irrigation water.

5. Calculation of irrigation water use

efficiency.

6. Calculation of water requirement,

irrigation water requirement and

drainage requirement.

7. Determination of EC, pH, carbonates,

bicarbonates, Na+, Ca++, Mg++ and Cl-

in irrigation water.

8. Visit to irrigation and drainage

projects.

Teaching References

F.A.O. 1977. Crop Water Requirements. F.A.O. Irrigation and Drainage

Paper No. 24.

Hansen, V.F., Israelsen, O.W. and Stringham, U.E. 1979. Irrigation

Principles and Practices (4th edi). John Wiley and Sons. New York.

Luthin, J.N. Drainage Engineering.

Michael, A.M. 1996. Irrigation Theory and Practice. Vikas Publishing House


Misra, R.D. and Ahmed, M. 1993. Manual on Irrigation Agronomy. Oxford

and IBH Publishing Co. Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi.

Sharma, S.K. 1988. Principles and Practices of Irrigation

Engineering. S. Chand and Company Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi.

Course: AT - 3113:

Molecular Biology

Credit: 03 Year:

Third

Term:

First


knowledge to the students about molecular structure of genes and their

ultimate functions in the determination of phenotype of the organisms.

Course Objectives:

To help students learn and understand about general principles of

gene organization and expression in both prokaryotic and

eukaryotic organisms.


ILOs)

Course Content


Section: A



explain the general

principles and

methods of molecular

biology.

interpret the outcome

of experiments that

involve in proving

DNA and RNA as

genetic material.

illustrate structure of

nucleic acid

depictgenetic code

and codon

1. Introduction: principles, materials and

methods, importance, and historical

development in molecular biology.

2. Identification of the genetic materials: evidences for DNA and RNA as genetic

material.

3. Chemical nature of genetic materials:

DNA-molar ratios of nitrogen bases in

DNA molecule; physical, molecular or

geometrical organization of DNA;

Watson and Crick’s structural model of

DNA, replication of DNA; enzymes of

DNA metabolism. RNA-molecular

structure of RNA; replication of genetic

RNA.

4. Genetic code: basis of cryptoanalysis;

methods of cryptoanalysis of genetic

code- in vitro and in vivo codon

assignments; characteristics of triplet

codon.

5. Non-genetic ribonucleic acid: chemical

composition of non-genetic ribonucleic

acid; comparison between DNA

replication and transcription, RNA-

polymerase enzymes; RNA synthesis and

chain termination; types of non-genetic

RNA.

Section: B

elucidate the

mechanism of protein

synthesis

illustrate gene

expression and

regulation

6. Biosynthesis of proteins: Central dogma

and central dogma reverse; components

of protein synthetic machinery- amino

acid, DNA, non-genetic RNAs,

ribosomes and enzymes, other functions

of ribosomes; mechanisms of protein

synthesis on 70s ribosomes and on 80s

ribosomes.

7. Regulation of gene action in

prokaryotes: enzyme regulation of gene

action; gene regulation of gene action

(regulatory genes).

8. Control of gene expression in

eukaryotes: short-term genetic

regulations in simple and complex

eukaryotes; mechanism of short-term

hormonal regulation; short-term

regulation by histones, by acidic proteins,

by heterochomatization, by heterogenous

nuclear RNA and post-trnscriptional

mechanism; long-term genetic regulation

in complex eukaryotes-gene regulation

during oogenesis and cellualar

differentiation.


De Robertis,E.D.P and De Robertis,E.M.F.Jr.1999. Cell and Molecular

Biology,B.I. Publication Pvt.Ltd. New Delhi.

Gangawane,L.V. and Khilare V.C.,200. Molecular Biology Of Plant

Pathogens,Dya publishing House, new Delhi.

Kafmanf, B. 2013. Molecular Biology of Cell. Random Exports, New Delhi

(India).


Limited, New Delhi.

Sambamurty,A.V.S.S., 2007. Molecular Genetics. Narosa Publishing House

pvt.ltd. New Delhi.

Sing Bharat, 2006.Molecular Biology and Biotechnology,Avishkar

Publishers, Distributors, Jaipur,India

Singh, B. D. 2004. Genetics. Kalyani Publishers, New Del



Verma, P.S. and Agarwall, V.K. 1999. Concept of Molecular Biology, S.

Chand & Company Ltd. New Delhi.

Verma, P.S. and Agarwall, V.K. 2005. Cell Biology, Genetics, Molecular

Biology, Evolution and Ecology. S. Chand & Company Ltd. New Delhi.

Verma, P.S. and Agarwall, V.K. 2009. Molecular Biology, S. Chand &

Company Ltd. New Delhi.

Course: AT-3114: Molecular

Biology Sessional

Credit: 01 Year:

Third

Term:

First


knowledge to the students about molecular structure of genes and their

ultimate functions in the determination of phenotype of the organisms.

Course Objectives:

To help students learn and understand about general principles of

gene organization and expression in both prokaryotic and

eukaryotic organisms.



(ILOs)

Course Content



handle different

instruments required for

molecular analysis.

isolate, purify and

quantify dna and rna from

plant materials.

demonstrate agarose gel

electrophoresis.

detect particular sequence

of dna through southern,

northern and western

blotting technique.

1. Isolation of genetic materials: DNA

and RNA

2. Quantification of DNA and RNA

3. PCR technique

4. Restriction analysis of DNA:

digestion of DNA and agarose gel

electrophoresis

5. Southern blotting

6. Northern blotting

7. Western blotting

Teaching Reference Gangawane. L.V. and Khilare V.C.,200. Molecular Biology Of Plant

Pathogens,Dya publishing House, new Delhi.


Limited, New Delhi.

Sambamurty,A.V.S.S., 2007. Molecular Genetics. Narosa Publishing House

pvt.ltd. New Delhi.

Sing Bharat, 2006.Molecular Biology and Biotechnology,Avishkar

Publishers, Distributors, Jaipur, India

Singh, B. D. 2004. Genetics. Kalyani Publishers, New Delhi.



Verma, P.S. and Agarwall, V.K. 1999. Concept of Molecular Biology, S.

Chand & Company Ltd. New Delhi.

Verma, P.S. and Agarwall, V.K. 2009. Molecular Biology, S. Chand &

Company Ltd. New Delhi.

Third Year Second Term

Course: AT– 3201: Principles of Plant

Pathology and Diseases of Field Crops

Credit:

03

Year:

Third

Term:

Second

Rationale: This course is designed to provide an orientation regarding

disease cycle, mechanism of disease development, epidemiology and

management of diseases with special reference to field crops.

Course Objectives:

1. To study disease cycle and mechanism of disease development.

2. To develop measures of management of field crop diseases.



Section: A


be able to:

explain parasitism,

pathogenicity, virulence and

aggressiveness.

state sequential events in disease

development and the effects of

toxin in disease development

evaluate the effects of pathogens

on the physiology of host plants

depict the mechanism of

dissemination of plant pathogen

judgedifferent factors of

epidemic in disease

development

compare different methods of

plant disease control

1. Pathogenesis: parasitism and

pathogenicity; chain of events in

disease developments; toxins in

disease development;

pathogenic effects on

physiological functions of plant.

2. Dissemination of plant

pathogens: importance, factors

and mechanisms, epidemiology;

pathogen, host and

environmental factors in disease

development; predisposition.

3. Methods of plant disease

control: cultural, legislative,

chemical, host resistance,

biological agents, integrated

approach-concepts, components

and economics.

Section: B

identify different field crop

diseases

distinguish diseases caused by

pathogen and nutritional

deficiencies

state mechanism of

dissemination of different

diseases

Diseases of field crops:

Cereals: Rice, Wheat, Maize,

Barley, Millets.

Fibres: Jute, Cotton.

Pulses: Pea, Gram, Lentil,

Blackgram, Mungbean, Grasspea,

Pigeonpea.

Oilseeds: Mustard, Groundnut,


assess the role of environmental

factors based on disease

development


field crop diseases.

Sesame, Soybean, Sunflower.

Sugar Crops: Sugarcane and

Sugar beets.


Agrios, G.N. 1997. Plant Pathology. 4th ed. Academic Press, New York.


Ashrafuzzaman, M.H. 1976. A Lecture Guide to Crop Diseases. 1st ed.

Department of Plant Pathology. BAU.

Asrafuzzaman, M.H. 1991, A Text Book of Plant Pathology. Bangladesh

Agricultural Res. Council, Dhaka.

Boss, L. 1983. Introduction to plant virolology. Centre for Agricultural


Dasgupta, K.M. 1998, Phytonematology. First Edition. Nayaprokash,

Calcutta.

Mehrotra, R.S. 1980. Plant Pathology. Tata McGraw Hill Publishing Co.


Begum, Residential Campus, Institute of Postraduate Studies in Agriculture,

Gazipur-1703, Bangladesh.



Rangaswami, G. 1972. Disease of Crop Plants in India. Prentice Hall of India

Private Ltd.

Rangs wami, G. 1962. Bacterial Plant Diseases in India. Asia Publishing

house, Bombay.

Singh, R.S. 1994. Plant Diseases. 6th ed. Oxford and IBH Publishing Co.

New Delhi.

Singh, R.S. 1995. Introduction to principles of Plant Pathology. Eight

Printing. Oxford and IBH Publishing Co. New Delhi.

Singh, R.S. Plant disease, 7th edition, Oxford and IBH publishing co. pvt.

Ltd. New Delhi.

Wheeler, B.E.J. 1969. An Introduction to Plant Diseases, John Wiley and

Sons Ltd.

Course: AT – 3202: Principles of Plant

Pathology and Diseases of Field Crops


Credit:

01

Year:

Third

Term:

Second

Rationale: This course is oriented to provide knowledge about collection,

identification and preservation of field crop diseases.

Course Objectives:

To study about procedure of collection and preservation of field crop

diseases

To study and identification of field crop diseases

To report writing of field visit


(ILOs)

Course Contents


will be able to:

collect and preserve diseased

plant-materials properly

identify diseases by observing

symptoms in the laboratory and

field

recognize causal organisms of

the diseases

generate report on field visit

releted to plant diseases

1. Collection and preservation

of diseased plant-materials

herbarium sheets.

2. Field and laboratory studies

of plant disease:

a) For detailed study (study of

symptoms, preparation of slides

and identification of the

pathogens).

(i) Brown spot, blast and BLB

of rice

(ii) Stem rot, black band and

anthracnose of Jute

(iii) Stem rust, leaf rust and

loose smut of wheat and

covered smut of barley

(iv) Tikka diseqses of groundnut

(v) Root-knot diseases

(vi) Cercospora leaf spot of

mushkalai and mungbean

(vii) Grey spot of mustard

b) For brief study (Study of

symptoms aided by permanent

slides of the pathogen, if

available).

i) BLB, stem rot, bakanae,

false smut, NBS, sheath

blight, sheath rot, leaf scald,

ura, BLS of rice.

ii) Leaf spot, soft rot and

mosaic of jute

iii) Angular leaf spot and ball rot

of collon

iv) Foot and root rot, mosaic,

rust, wilts and blights of

pulse and oilseed crops.

v) Smut, wilt and red rot of


sugarcane

3. Field excursion for plant

disease study.

4. Each student is required to

submit a comprehensive

report on the prepared

herbarium, field excursion.

Teaching References

Agrios, G.N. 2012. Plant Pathology. 5 ed. Academic press, New York.


Department of Plant Pathology.



Mymensingh

Barnett H. L and Hunter Barry B. Illustrated genera of imperfect fungi.

Third edition. Burgess publishing company, USA.

Dhingra Onkar D. and Sinclair James B. Basic Plant pathology methods,


imprint of CRC press.



Bangladesh

Course: AT-3203: Crop Ecology Credit:

03

Year:

Third

Term

Second

Rationale: This course is designed to describe different ecological factors

and issues for successful crop production.

Course Objective(s):

To impart knowledge on biotic and abiotic factors and aspects for

crop production.

Intended Learning Outcomes( ILOs) Course Content

Section: A


able to:

characterize ecology

judge effect of ecological,

atmospheric and edaphic factors in

crop production

analyze the biotic relationship

regarding crop production

propose biodiversity conservation

strategy

assess the diversity status of major

1. Introduction: concept of

ecology and crop ecology.

2. Ecological factors and crop

production: light,

temperature, moisture and

wind their distribution,

effects and manipulation for

improvement of crop

production.

3. Atmospheric factors:

gaseous constituents of the

crops of Bangladesh

atmosphere, their cycling and

effects on environment and

crop production.

4. Edaphic factors:

classification, composition

and effects on crop

production.

5. Biotic factors: classification,

effects and interrelationship

on vegetation and crop

production.

6. Biodiversity and crop

production: concept,

classification, significance,

methods of conservation,

status of diversity of major

cereals, pulses, vegetables

and fruits.

Section: B

present the structure and function

of ecosystem

measurethe productivity of agro-

ecosystem

compare different aspects of crop

association

characterize environmental

pollution

analyze the adverse effect of

agrochemicals on agro-ecosystem

crtisize the significance of

mangrove and coastal vegetation of

Bangladesh

7. Agro-ecosystem and

productivity: concept,

component and functioning

of different ecosystem, flow

of energy and productivity in

agro-ecosystem.

8. Crop association: concept,

types, Principles, practices

and importance.

9. Environmental pollution

and agrochemicals: concept,

sources and impact of

environmental pollution on

agroecosystem with its

remedial measures, adverse

effect of agrochemicals on

ecosystem.

10. Vegetation of Bangladesh:

composition, distribution,

and significance of mangrove

and coastal vegetation.


Kimmins, J.T. 1987. Forest Ecology, McMillan Publishing Co. Ltd.

Loomis, R.S. and cannor, D.J. Crop Ecology. CambridgeUniversity Press.

Mehra, V.B. & Khanna, S.K. 1982. Plant Ecology. S. Chand & Co. Ltd.


New Delhi.

Misra, K.C. 1980. Manual of plant Ecology (2nd ed.).

Santra, S.C. 1994. Ecology-Basic & Applied. MD publication pvt. Ltd. New

Delhi.

Sen, D.N. Environmental physiology and Ecology of plants.

Sharma, P.D. 2013. Ecology and Environment, (11 th ed.) Rastogi

Publication.

Sukla & Chandel, 1985. Plant Ecology. S Chand & Co. Ltd. New Delhi,

1985.

Tansley. A.G. 1993. An introduction to Plant Ecology, Discovery Publishing

House, New Delhi.

Course: AT-3204: Crop Ecology


Credit:

01

Year:

Third

Term:

Second

Rationale: This course is designed to describe different ecological issues

for successful crop production.

Course Objectives:

To assist the students to gather knowledge on ecological problems

related to agriculture and measures to overcome the problems.



be able to:

determine productivity of

ecosystem

demonstrate the mechanism of

adaptation of crop plant

show the biotic association of crop

production.

1. Assessment of productivity

in cultivated and natural

ecosystems.

2. Experiment on adaptation of

hydrophyte, xerophte,

mesophte and halophyte.

3. Biotic association of crop

production.

4. Field trips.


Kimmins, J.T. 1987. Forest Ecology, McMillan Publishing Co. Ltd.

Loomis, R.S. and cannor, D.J. Crop Ecology. CambridgeUniversity Press.

Mehra, V.B. & Khanna, S.K. 1982. Plant Ecology. S. Chand & Co. Ltd.

New Delhi.

Misra, K.C. 1980. Manual of plant Ecology (2nd ed.).

Santra, S.C. 1994. Ecology-Basic & Applied. MD publication pvt. Ltd.

New Delhi.

Sen, D.N. Environmental physiology and Ecology of plants.

Sharma, P.D. 2013. Ecology and Environment, (11 th ed.) Rastogi

Publication.

Sukla & Chandel, 1985. Plant Ecology. S Chand & Co. Ltd. New Delhi,

1985.

Tansley. A.G. 1993. An introduction to Plant Ecology, Discovery

Publishing House, New Delhi.

Course: AT-3205: Fundamentals of

Extension, Communication and

Leadership

Credit:

03

Year:

Third

Term:

Second

Rationale: The graduates are intended to provide services to farming

community and for that reason they need knowledge on extension

approaches, communication strategies and leadership.

Course Objectives: To understand the principles and practices and related issues of

agricultural extension.

To be acquainted with extension teaching methods.

To acquire knowledge on motivation and theories & laws of

learning.

To be acquainted with extension communication process,

leadership and population education.



Section: A


will be able to:

define and describe objectives,

functions, principles,

philosophies and phases of

agricultural extension

compare extension work and

approaches in DCs and

SAARC countries

define, classify and select

extension teaching methods

describe need, motivation, need

theory and laws of learning

1. Introduction: concept,

objectives and functions of

agricultural extension;

principles, phases, philosophy,

scope of agricultural extension;

interrelationship of agricultural

extension, research and

education; history and

development of agricultural

extension in Bangladesh;

extension work in developed

countries (especially USA) and

SAARC countries.

2. Teaching methods in

extension: meaning, steps and

guidelines of extension

teaching; classification,

procedures, advantages and

disadvantages of different

extension teaching methods,


selection and combination of

extension teaching methods.

3. Motivation and learning:

concept of motivation,

learning, Maslow’s need

theory; theories and laws of

learning and their implication;

criteria for effective learning;

special features of adult

learning.

Section: B

define communication and its

functions, importance,

feedback, fidelity, importance

of feedback in extension

communication

identify models, elements,

critical factors and barriers of

communication and its possible

solutions

describe role and importance of

ict in agricultural extension

interpret the meaning,

importance, leadership types,

and role of leadership in

extension

describe the qualifications of a

good leader and characteristics

of opinion leader

select training and recognition

procedure of leaders

define population, population

education and its importance

and needs for socio-economic

and agricultural development

discuss ways of participation of

population in extension

programmes

4. Extension communication:

concept, importance and

functions of communication;

models of communication,

elements in the communication

process; feedback critical

factors in extension

communication; barriers to

communication and its possible

solution. ICT in Agriculture

5. Leadership in extension:

meaning and importance of

leadership in extension work;

kinds of leadership, role of

leaders, qualifications of a

good leader; opinion

leadership, characteristics of

opinion leaders; selection,

training and recognition of

leaders.

6. Population education: concept

and importance of population

education need of education for

agricultural and socio-

economic development;

participation of population in

agricultural extension

programmes.


Alim. A. 1974. An Introduction to Bangladesh Agriculture. Dhaka:

Swedish printing press.

Bhuyiah. M.A. 1988. Krishi Samprasaron Parichiti. Dhaka: Jamuna

printers. Dahama. O.P. 1976. Extension and Rural Welfare. Agra: Ramprashad and

sons.

Kashem, M.A. 2006. Fundamentals of Agricultural Extension.

Mymensingh: Nilufar Kashem.

Kashem. M.A. 1992. Samprasaron Biggan (Extension Science). Dhaka:

The Bangladesh Packing Press.

Kelsey. I.D. and C.C. Hearne. 1963. Co-operative Extension Work Thaca.

New Yourk: Comstock Publishing Associates.

Mergan. B.G.E. Holmes and C.L. Bundy. 1963. Methods in Adult

Education. Second Edition. Illinois: The Interstate Printers and Publishers.

Roy, G.L. 2006. Extension Communication and Management. Calcutta,

India: Joy Prakashani.

Course: AT-3206: Fundamentals of

Extension, Communication and

Leadership Sessional/Field Work

Credit:

01

Year:

Third

Term:

Second

Rationale: The graduates are intended to provide practical knowledge on

some basic facts and terms related to agriculture and to orient about the

deliberation and development techniques of lecture and leadership.

Course Objectives:

To acquire knowledge on some basic facts and terms related to

agriculture.

To be able to develop and deliver typical lecture for farmers’

teaching.

To develop leadership for extension work in the rural areas.




be able to:

describe agriculture of

Bangladesh defining some basic

terms related to agricultural

differentiate different

organizations related to

agricultural of Bangladesh and

describe its activities

design and perform a typical

lecture

prepare poster, leaflets, pamphlet

etc.

demonstrate general meetings,

small group discussion, philips

1. Basic facts about Bangladesh

agriculture.

2. Introduction to different

organizations related to

agricultural development and

their activities.

3. Preparation and deliberation of

lecture.

4. Preparation of poster, leaflet,

pamphlet, etc.

5. Development of leadership

through different group

techniques-general meetings,

small group discussion, Philips

66 technique, brain-storming,


66 technique, role playing and

conduct brainstorming for

developing leadership

role playing and demonstration.


Annonymous. 2009. Agricultural Extension Manual-I. Deptt. of Agricultural

Extension Education, BAU, Mymensingh.

Bhuyiah. M.A. 1988. Krishi Samprasaron Parichiti. Dhaka: Jamuna printers.

Dahama. O.P. 1976. Extension and Rural Welfare. Agra: Ramprashad and

sons.

Kashem, M.A. 2006. Fundamentals of Agricultural Extension. Mymensingh:

Nilufar Kashem.

Kashem. M.A. 1992. Samprasaron Biggan (Extension Science). Dhaka: The

Bangladesh Packing Press.

Kelsey. I.D. and C.C. Hearne. 1963. Co-operative Extension Work Thaca.

New Yourk: Comstock Publishing Associates.



Course: AT- 3207: Olericulture Credit:

03

Year:

Third

Term:

Second

Rationale: Growing vegetables is an intensive agriculture which requires

sound technical supports and thereby the agriculture graduates need to be

skilled in every aspects of vegetable cultivation to contribute their best.

Course objectives:

To be acquainted with present status, scope and prospects of

growing vegetables in Bangladesh.

To understand the classification, morphological features and growth

habits of vegetable crops.

To acquire knowledge on the effects of ecological factors and

required cultural practices for cultivation of traditional and non-

traditional vegetable crops.

To obtain knowledge on nutritional requirements and techniques of

vegetable production under special systems.

To learn the effects of growth regulators in vegetable production.

To acquire knowledge on the strategies for vegetable crop

improvement, seed production and their storage.

Intended Learning

Outcomes( ILOs)

Course Content

Section: A

At the end of the course 1. Introduction to vegetables:


define and classify

vegetables

assessthe present

vegetables production

scenarioof Bangladesh

narrate the morphology of

vegetable crops

relate ecological factors

with production of

vegetables

depict the production

technology of major and

non-traditional vegetables

of Bangladesh

Background, status of production and

export, importance, scope and

associated problems of vegetables

production in Bangladesh.

2. Common vegetables of Bangladesh:

classification, nomenclature,

morphology and growth habit of

different vegetable crops of

Bangladesh.

3. Ecological factors affecting

vegetable production: role of

temperature, light, air, water and soil

on the growth and development of

vegetable crops.

4. Production of vegetables: soil,

climate, varieties, land preparation,

fertilizer application, sowing time,

sowing techniques, seed rate, water

management, control of weed, insect

and diseases, harvest and post harvest

operations of tomato, brinjal, cole

crops, radish, lady’s finger, cucurbits,

potato, sweet potato, aroids, spinach,

Indian spinach and garden pea.

5. Production of some non-traditional

vegetables: scope, climatic

requirements and production practices

of mushroom, drumstick, dioscorea,

asparagus, bunching onion, lettuce,

squash and indigenous vegetables.

Section: B

compare vegetable

production under special

system

identify the nutritional

requirements and

deficiency symptoms of

vegetable crops

applygrowth regulators in

vegetable production

propose strategies of

vegetables seed production

6. Vegetable production under

special system: protective cropping

systems, floating bed vegetable

production, homestead vegetable

gardening, different models of

vegetable gardening and

hydroponics.

7. Nutrition of vegetable crops:

deficiency and nutrient requirement


and their storage

of root, fruit and leafy vegetables,

organic farming, nutrient film

technique in vegetable production.

8. Growth regulators in vegetable

production: use of growth regulators

in propagation, vegetative growth,

flowering, fruiting, seed production

and post harvest management of

vegetable crops.

9. Vegetable crop improvement:

introduction, selection, hybridization,

use of male sterility, heterosis,

polyploidy, incompatibility,

recombinant DNA technology and

protoplast fusion in vegetable

improvement.

10. Seed production of vegetables and

storage: present status and

constraints; production and storage

of quality seeds of different

vegetables, factors affecting

production of quality seeds and in

storage condition, methods of storage

of vegetables seed.


Bhat, K.L. 2009. Physiological disorder of vegetable crops. Daya Publishing

House, India.

Bose, T.K. and M.G. Som. 2003. Vegetable Crops in India. NayaProdash.

296 BidhanSarani, Calcutta-6, India.

Hussain.2012.Tropical Vegetable Production. SBS Pub. India.

Katyal, S.La. and Chadha, K.L. 1995. Vegetable growing in India. Oxford

and IBH publishing Co. Ltd. New Delhi.

Nonnecke, I.L. 1989. Vegetable production. Van Nostrand Reinhold. 480 la

Trobe Streedt, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia.

Robinson, 2004.Cucurbits : Crop Production Science in Horticulture.CABI,

UK.

Thompson, H.C. and Kellay, W.C. 1957. Vegetable crops. McGraw-Hill

Boob Company, London.

Tindal. H.D. 983. Vegetables in the Tropics. Macmillan Education Ltd.

London.



DAE.

Traning manual- winter vegetables and spice production. 1995. Horticulture


Course: AT-3208: Olericulture

Sessional/Field Work Credit: 01

Year:

Third

Term:

Second

Rationale: Development of practical knowledge and skills on growing

vegetables are imperative for an agriculture graduate to provide their best

supports to the farmer community in relation to better cultivation of

vegetable crops.

Course Objectives:

To learn the morphological features to identify seeds and seedlings

of vegetables growing vegetables in Bangladesh.

To be acquainted with the estimation of seed and fertilizer rates and

economic analysis of growing vegetable crops.

To acquire knowledge on the cultural practices, seed production and

processing techniques for vegetable crops.


(ILOs)

Course Content



identify the seeds and

seedlings of vegetables

estimate the rate of seed

and fertilizer for vegetables

demonstrate the cultural

practices for growing

vegetables

identify different

vegetables

practice extraction and

processing technique of

seeds of selected

vegetables

excersize cultivation of

vegetables in plots

estimate the cost of

cultivation of important

vegetable crops

1. Identification of seeds and seedlings

of vegetables.

2. Estimation of seed rate and fertilizer

dose for different vegetable crops.

3. Methods of planting vegetables:

sowing, dibbling and transplanting.

4. Study of the important morphological

features related to production of

some important vegetables.

5. Seed extraction and processing

technique in brinjal, tomato, cabbage

and white gourd.

6. Cultivation of vegetables in plot and

report writing.

7. Album preparation on different seeds

and seedlings of vegetables.

8. Estimation of cost of cultivation of

important vegetables



Bhat, K.L. 2009. Physiological disorder of vegetable crops. Daya Publishing

House, India.

Bose, T.K. and M.G. Som. 2003. Vegetable Crops in India. NayaProdash.

296 BidhanSarani, Calcutta-6, India.

Hussain.2012.Tropical Vegetable Production. SBS Pub. India.

Katyal, S.La. and Chadha, K.L. 1995. Vegetable growing in India. Oxford

and IBH publishing Co. Ltd. New Delhi.

Nonnecke, I.L. 1989. Vegetable production. Van Nostrand Reinhold. 480 la

Trobe Streedt, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia.

Pruthin, J.S. 1986. Spices and condiments. National Book Trust, New Delhi,

India.

Purseglove, J.W.; E.G. Brown; C.L. Green and Sr. J. Robbing. 1981. Spices,

Vol. I & II Longman Group, UK. Ltd. London.

Robinson.2004.Cucurbits : Crop Production Science in Horticulture.CABI,

UK.

Thompson, H.C. and Kellay, W.C. 1957. Vegetable crops. McGraw-Hill

Boob Company, London.

Tindal. H.D. 983. Vegetables in the Tropics. Macmillan Education Ltd.

London.



DAE.

Traning manual- winter vegetables and spice production. 1995. Horticulture


Course: AT-3209: Research

Methodology

Credit:

02

Year:

Third

Term:

Second

Rationale: This course is introduced to make familiarize the students with

research methodology in agriculture.

Course Objectives:

To develop the efficiency of conducting individual research and

research processes.

Intended Learning

Outcomes( ILOs) Course Content

Section: A



conceptualize

Introduction: definition and

importance of research; research

process; characteristics of a good

research and research

methodology

explain different

types of data

collection

explain different

ways of data

collection

prepare research

proposal/thesis

/report

formulate different

design of experiment

research project; defining and selecting

a researchable problem.

Tools for data collection: definition,

schedule questionnaire, preparation of

questionnaire, collection of primary and

secondary data, methods of interview,

designing social experiment.

Introduction to sampling: sampling

distribution and standard error, sample

surveys in agriculture, population,

sample and sampling frame, simple

random sampling, stratified random

sampling, systematic sampling, cluster

and multi-stage sampling, purposive

sampling, double sampling.

Preparing a research proposal and

writing a thesis/report: discussion on

different sections of research proposal

and thesis/repots, their construction.

Section: B

analyze data from

designed experiment

explain plots and

block.

understand ANOVA

and its use.

5. Definition, need for designing an

experiment – basic principles of

experimentation. practical considerations

in field experimentation. soil

heterogeneity, uniformity trials, size and

shape of plots and blocks, border effects.

6. Methods of analysis of data from

designed experiments, analysis of

variance, assumptions, Construction of

ANOVA Table. completely randomized

design: layout and analysis, advantages

and limitations. randomized block

design: layout and analysis, advantages

and limitations. latin square design:

layout and analysis, advantages and

limitations. factorial experiments, main

effects and interaction effects.

advantages of factorial experiments over

single factor experiments. analysis of

data from factorial experiments. split

plot design – layout and analysis. strip-

plot design – layout and analysis. mean

separation.


7. Problem data or data that violate the

assumptions of analysis of variance:

transformation of data, square root,

logarithmic and angular transformations

missing plot techniques in RBD and

LSD.



India.



Cochran.W.G. (1989) Sampling Techniques. Oxford and IBH Publishing Co.




Education, India.









Rangaswamy. R. (2002) A text book of Agricultural Statistics. John Wiley &

Sons.


IBH Publishing Co.

Course: AT-3210: Research

Methodology Sessional/Field Work

Credit:

01

Year:

Third

Term:

Second

Rationale: This course is introduced to make the student familiar with the

students about practical aspects of research methodology in agriculture.

Course Objectives:

To introduce the students with practical research methodology so

that they can effectively be familiar with research and research

processes.

Intended Learning




analyze data from

different

1. Layout and analysis of CRD, RBD and

LSD.

2. Transformation of data and Analysis.

3. Tuckey’s Test. Missing plot techniques

experimental design

prepare

questionnaire and

research

proposal/thesis

/report

draw sample from

different population

analyze data using

computer packages interpret the results

of different analysis

in RBD and LSD.

4. Analysis of Covariance.

5. Analysis of data from factorials

experiments. Layout and analysis of

CRD, RBD, Split plot and Strip plot

Designs.

6. Preparation of questionnaire

7. Preparation of research proposal and

writing scientific paper

8. Drawing sample from different

population

Analysis of data using computer packages



India.



Cochran.W.G. (1989) Sampling Techniques. Oxford and IBH Publishing Co.




Education, India.









Rangaswamy. R. (2002) A text book of Agricultural Statistics. John Wiley &

Sons


IBH Publishing Co.

Course: AT-3211: Horticulture and

Forest Nursery Management

Credit:

02

Year:

Third

Term:

Second

Rationale: This course is arranged to familiarize the students with various

avenues of establishment and management of horticultural and forest

nursery.

Course Objectives:

To develop the capability of the students on establishment,

improvement, production and management of horticultural and


forest nursery.

Intended Learning

Outcomes( ILOs)

Course Content

Section: A



design horticultural

nurseries

judge mother tree for

establishment

collect, storage,

multiplication and

packaging of planting

materials

1. Establishment of nursery for

horticultural plants: selection of site

and layout for different sections of

horticultural plants.

2. Improvement approaches for

horticultural crops in nursery:

superior cultivar identification,

selection and collection; establishment

and care of mother tree blocks,

restoration of old mother trees and

orchards.

3. Production of seedlings in

horticulture nursery: collection and

storage of good seeds and propagation

materials in horticulture nursery,

multiplication of seedlings, packaging

of different plant structures, preparation

of seedlings for transportation.

Section: B

mention different types

of forest nursery

select site for forest

nursery

assess nursery practice

of some selected forest

plants

4. Nursery for raising seedlings of forest

plants: different types of forest

nurseries, site selection, development

and layout of forest nursery; nursery

equipment; raising seedlings on the

nursery bed and in containers.

5. Maintenance of the nursery: types of

protecting structures in a nursery and

protection measures in them; soil, water

and nutrient management in nursery;

handling, sorting and grading of

seedlings, hardening of the seedlings.

6. Nursery practices for some selected

forest plants: nursery practices for

teak, gamar, kanthel, eucalyptus,

jackfruit etc.


Augusti, E. and Baglini, M. 1990. Ornamental nursery farm management.

Ed. Agricole, Bologna.

Forest department handbook on tree nursery and plantation establishment.

Ministry of Environment and Forests, ASDB/UNDP/FAO, Dhaka.

Gill, S.S., Bd, J.S. and Sandhu, A.S. 1991. Raising fruit nursery. Kalyani

publishers. New Delhi.

Mc. Gregor, B.M. 1987. Tropical products transport handbook. U.S.

Department of Agriculture. Agriculture Handbook No. 668.

Sunil Puri and P.K. Khosla, 1993. Nursery technology for agroforestry application in arid and semiarid regions. Oxford and IBH publishing Co. Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi.

Course: AT-3212: Horticulture and

Forest Nursery Management


Credit:

01

Year:

Third

Term:

Second

Rationale: This course is arranged for providing the students with practical

knowledge on horticultural and forest nursery.

Course Objectives:

To introduce the students with nursery practices and field

performance of horticultural and forest nursery so that they can

apply their knowledge in this field.

Intended Learning

Outcomes (ILOs)

Contents



layout an ideal

horticultural and forest

nursery

practice nursery

management

replicate planting

materials

develop skills on pot

culture

1. Planning and layout of an ideal forest

and horticulture nursery.

2. Nursery management and practices

3. Seed selection, preservation and

germination in nursery.

4. Steps in making seed bed and

transplanting seedlings.

5. Multiplication of seedlings in nursery.

6. Types, features and uses of containers

and pots.

7. Preparation of nursery mixture and

compost.

8. Establishment and care of mother tree

block.

9. Packing of potted plants and cut

flowers for transportation.

10. Visiting established nursery.



Augusti, E. and Baglini, M. 1990. Ornamental nursery farm management.

Ed. Agricole, Bologna.

Forest department handbook on tree nursery and plantation establishment.

Ministry of Environment and Forests, ASDB/UNDP/FAO, Dhaka.

Gill, S.S., Bd, J.S. and Sandhu, A.S. 1991. Raising fruit nursery. Kalyani

publishers. New Delhi.

Mc. Gregor, B.M. 1987. Tropical products transport handbook. U.S.

Department of Agriculture. Agriculture Handbook No. 668.

Sunil Puri and P.K. Khosla, 1993. Nursery technology for agroforestry

application in arid and semiarid regions. Oxford and IBH publishing Co. Pvt.

Ltd. New Delhi.

Course:AT-3213: Environmental

Pollution and Crop Growth

Credit:

03

Year:

Third

Term:

Second

Rationale: This course is designed to provide knowledge on environmental

pollution and its impacts on crop growth

Course Objectives:

To understand different types and sources of environmental

pollution.

To acquire knowledge on crop injury by pollutants and its

management.

Intended Learning


Section: A



characterize

environmental pollution

classify agricultural

chemicals

assess crop loss due to

pollution

critisize protocol, ethics,

conventions and treaties

of environmental

pollution

1. Introduction to environmental

pollution.

2. Source of environmental pollution,

types and characteristics of domestic,

industrial and agricultural wastes-their

effects on water bodies, industrial

gases and refuges.

3. Agricultural chemicals-classification

and sources of toxic substances and its

pathways into ecosystem,

bioaccumulation, biomagnification,

biomonitoring; radioactive materials

and crop growth.

4. Loss concerning environmental

pollution, protocol, ethics,

conventions and treaties.

Section: B

explain phyto-sociology

of crops

identify crop injury by

pollutant

suggest management

practices of crop injury

1. Phyto-sociology of crops-history of

agricultural production, pollution in

relation to agricultural development.

2. Mechanisms to crop injury by various

types of pollutants.

3. Corrective measures to crop plant

injury through pollutants


Das P.C.1995.Principles and Practices of Crop Production. South Asia Pub.

Delhi.

Mavi, H.S. 1994. Introduction to Agrometeorology. Oxford & IBH


Menteith. John L. 1980. Principles of Environmental Physics. Whitstable

Litho Ltd. Whitstable, Kent, UK.


Understanding. Our Atmospheric Environment. W. H. Freeman and




Pierre, W. H., Don Kirkham, John Pesek and Robert Shaw. 1981. Plant




John Woley & Sons, New York.

Singh. S. S. 1998. Principles and Practices of Agronomy. Kaly ani


Course: URP - 3254: GIS

Sessional – II

Credit:

1.5

Year:

Third

Term:

Second

Rationale: This course is designed to provide knowledge on techniques,

data conversation, processiong, analysis, preparation of GIS and remote

sensing based spatial analysis in agriculture.

Course Objective(s):

To understand techniques of data conversation, remote sensing in

GIS and IRS, digital image classification in agriculture.




will be able to:

understand and practice data

analysis techniquesb in GIS

understand basic remote sensing

GIS and Remote Sensing:

1. Data managementtechniques in

GIS, map Algebra using raster

GIS, data conversion in GIS.

2. Basic of remote sensing, major


system and image analysis in

agricultural application

satellites for earth resources

observation, optics of remote

sensing, energy and its different

bands in remote sensing.

3. Delineation of cropland using

landsat, spot and IRS digital

image, classification of

agriculture land using visible and

NIR bands, crop inventory and

crop production.


Bonham-carter G F (1994) Geographical Information System for

Geoscientists- Modeling with GIS Pergamon.

Burrough P A (1986) Principles of Geographical Information System for

Land Resources Assessment. Clarendon.

Demers M N Fundamentals of Geographical Information System for

Systems. Wiley.

Fourth Year First Term

Course: AT-4101: Plant Breeding Credit:

03

Year:

Fourth

Term:

First

Rationale: The course is designed to make students familiar with genetic

and breeding principles with a view to improve crop plants suitable to

different AEZ of Bangladesh.

Course Objectives:

To impart knowledge to the students for utilization of genetic

principles to develop and/or improve crop plants of economic and

nutritional importance.



Section: A



evaluate the importance

of genetic resources in

crop improvement


reproductive organ of

plants

depict pollination and

reproduction modes

choice and evaluate

breeding methods

1. Introduction: definition, objectives,

scope; importance, goal and limitations

of plant breeding, landmarks in plant

breeding, activities in plant breeding,

contribution of plant breeding in

agriculture, status of plant breeding in

Bangladesh.

2. Plant genetic resources: crop

germplasm, types, importance,

collection, systematic evaluation and

conservation; evolution of crop plants,

centers of origin of crop plants; genetic

resources centers; genetic erosion,

quarantine regulation for exchanging

plant genetic resources.

3. Reproductive systems in cultivated

plants: methods of reproduction-

sexual, asexual and vegetative; types of

flower structure; mechanisms of self

and cross pollination, genetic

significance of pollination.

4. Plant breeding methods: introduction,

domestication and acclimatization;

hybridization- principles, objectives

and types; selection- natural and

artificial, breeding methods for self-

pollinated, cross pollinated and

vegetatively propagated crops.


Section: B

explain barriers and

ways of their

remedies to make

wide crosses

success

asses the techniques

of ploidy

manipulation and

mutation to breed

new genotypes

justify to produce

and use of hybrid

varieties in different

crops

ellucidate

quantitative

inheritance in plants

1. Distant hybridization: definition,

application and methods to overcome

reproductive barriers.

2. Ploidy manipulation: genetic segregation in

polyploids; induction and use of auto- and

allopolyploids, advantages and limitations of

ploidy breeding.

3. Mutation breeding: induction and

utilization of mutants in crop improvement,

advantages and limitations of mutation

breeding.

4. Heterosis and its exploitation: concept of

heterosis, hybrid vigour, estimation of

heterosis, inbreeding depression, male

sterility and self incompatibility; principles

of hybrid seed production; types and use of

heterotic hybrids.

5. Stress breeding: mechanisms of biotic and

abiotic resistance in plants,breeding methods

for diseases, insects, drought and salinity

resistance, achievements.

6. Quantitative inheritance and plant

breeding: concept and characteristics of

quantitative inheritance, population structure

and gene frequency, effect of genesin

quantitative inheritance; calculating the

number of multiple genes; transgressive

variation; modifying factors; inbreeding;

Hardy-Weinberg law; heritability and its

role in genetic advance, significance of

quantitative genetics.


Bahl, P.N. Salimath, P.M. and Mandal, A.K. 1996: Genetics, Cytogenetics

and Breeding of Crop Plants, Volume 1, Pulses and Oil Seeds. Oxford &

IBH Pub. Co. Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi.


and Breeding of Crop Plants, Volume 2, Cereal and Commercial Crops.

Oxford & IBH Pub. Co. Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi.

Blum, A. 1988: Plant Breeding for Stress Environments, CRC Press, Inc.,

Boca Raton, Florida.

Chopra, V.L. 2001: Breeding Field Crops, Oxford and IBH Publishing Co.

Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi/ Calcutta.

Chopra, V.L. 2005: Plant Breeding Theory and Practice, 2nd Edition, Oxford

& IBH Pub. Co. Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi.

Chopra, V.L. and Paroda, R.S. (eds.) 1986: Approaches for Incorporating

Drought and Salinity Resistance in Crop Plants. Oxford & IBH Pub. Co. Pvt.

Ltd. New Delhi.

Christiansen, M.N. and Lewis, C.F. (eds.) 1982: Breeding Plants for Less

Favourable Environments. John Wiley and Sons, New York.

Frankel, R. (ed.) 1983. Heterosis: Reappraisal of Theory and Practice.

Monograph, Theor. Appl. Genet. Vol. 6. Springer, Berlin.

Sing, B.D. 2003: Plant Breeding, Kalyani Publishers, New Delhi.

Sing, B.D. 2005: PLANT BREEDING Principles and Methods. Seventh

Revised and Enlarged Edition, Kalyani Publishers, New Delhi.

Sing, P. 2004: Essentials of Plant Breeding. Kalyani Publishers, New Delhi.

Singh, M.P. and Dey, S. 2004: Bioresources and Genepool Conservation.

Daya Publishing House, Delhi.

Sinha, U. and Sinha, S. 1998: Cytogenetics, Plant Breeding and Evolution,

Vikas Publishing House Pvt. Ltd. Delhi.

Course: AT-4102: Plant Breeding

Sessional/Field Work Credit: 01

Year:

Fourth

Term:

First

Rationale: The course is designed to make the students understand the

technique of hybridization of some important crops and the ways to estimate

heterosis.

Course Objectives:

To make the students able to hybridize successfully and to solve

problems related to heterosis.

Intended Learning




select proper

parents for crossing,

demonstrate

hybridization in

plants, and handle

successive breeding

generations

analyze data,

interpret and present

the results of gpb

1. Hybridization techniques: Floral biology,

pollination system and crossing techniques

in crop plants, such as rice, wheat, maize,

pea, mustard, tomato and brinjal.

2. Visit experimental field: a) demonstration of

parental, hybrid and segregating populations

and data collection. b) demonstration of

breeding research activities in a GPB

experimental farm.

3. Statistical analysis of plant breeding and


experiments

estimate heterosis,

heritability and

analyze quantitative

data

genetic experiments: a) data analysis for

variety testing and other experiments, using

a RCB design-ANOVA, test of significance

and mean separation. B) plant characters

association: correlation and regression

analysis. C) estimation of heterosis,

heritability and no. of genes controlling

quantitative characters.

4. Visit to research stations.



and Breeding of Crop Plants, Volume 1, Pulses and Oil Seeds. Oxford &

IBH Pub. Co. Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi.


and Breeding of Crop Plants, Volume 2, Cereal and Commercial Crops.

Oxford & IBH Pub. Co. Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi.

Blum, A. 1988: Plant Breeding for Stress Environments, CRC Press, Inc.,

Boca Raton, Florida.

Chopra, V.L. 2001: Breeding Field Crops, Oxford and IBH Publishing Co.

Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi/ Calcutta.

Chopra, V.L. 2005: Plant Breeding Theory and Practice, 2nd Edition, Oxford

& IBH Pub. Co. Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi.

Chopra, V.L. and Paroda, R.S. (eds.) 1986: Approaches for Incorporating

Drought and Salinity Resistance in Crop Plants. Oxford & IBH Pub. Co. Pvt.

Ltd. New Delhi.

Christiansen, M.N. and Lewis, C.F. (eds.) 1982: Breeding Plants for Less

Favourable Environments. John Wiley and Sons, New York.

Frankel, R. (ed.) 1983. Heterosis: Reappraisal of Theory and Practice.

Monograph, Theor. Appl. Genet. Vol. 6. Springer, Berlin.

Sing, B.D. 2003: Plant Breeding, Kalyani Publishers, New Delhi.

Sing, B.D. 2005: PLANT BREEDING Principles and Methods. Seventh

Revised and Enlarged Edition, Kalyani Publishers, New Delhi.

Sing, P. 2004: Essentials of Plant Breeding. Kalyani Publishers, New Delhi.

Singh, M.P. and Dey, S. 2004: Bioresources and Genepool Conservation.

Daya Publishing House, Delhi.

Sinha, U. and Sinha, S. 1998: Cytogenetics, Plant Breeding and Evolution,

Vikas Publishing House Pvt. Ltd. Delhi.

Course: AT-4103: Pomology Credit:

03

Year:

Fourth

Term :

First

Rationale: The knowledge on production and management practices of fruit

crops is a basic requirement to become an agriculturist and thereby the

relevant courses are integral part of the curricula for agricultural sciences.

Course objectives:

To obtain knowledge on general aspects of fruits including

classification, nomenclature, edible portions and overall status of

fruit cultivation scenario.

To understand the effects of ecological factors on fruit production

in home and abroad.

To obtain knowledge on cultural and management practices for

major and minor fruits in orchards and homestead gardens.

To acquire knowledge on nutritional requirements of fruit crops,

physiology of flowering, fruit set and fruit development.

To be acquainted with the techniques of postharvest handling,

processing and preservation of fruits.

Intended Learning


Section: A



define and classify fruit

narrate the problems,

scopes and importance

of fruits

evaluate the ecological

factors regarding the

production of fruit

elucidate the detail

cultivation and

management techniques

of important fruit crops

depict the management

practices for fruit

orchards and homestead

gardens.

1. General aspects of fruit production in

Bangladesh: definition, importance,

present status, problems and scope of

fruit production in Bangladesh,

Classification of fruit; nomenclature of

fruit plants; edible portions of fruit.

2. Ecological factors: ecological factors

affecting cultivation of fruit; major fruit

growing regions of the world, their

climatic features and distribution of fruit

plants; regional distribution of the

common fruits of Bangladesh.

3. Production of major fruits: detailed

study of the following fruits with

emphasis on biology, importance, soil,

climate, varieties, propagation, planting,

manuring and fertilizing, irrigation and

drainage, training and pruning, disease

and insect control, harvesting, storage

and marketing- mango, jackfruit, banana,

pineapple, papaya, litchi, guava,


coconut, melons, jujube and citrus.

4. Establishment and management of

fruit orchards and homestead

gardens: concept, site selection, land

development, planting plans and orchard

management practices, unfruitfulness-

causes and remedies, use of growth

regulators in fruit industry.

Section: B

identify nutritional

requirement of fruit

crops

converse

physiological aspects

of flowering and fruit

setting

explicate the cultural

requirements for

exotic and minor

fruits

depict the postharvest

handling, processing

and preservation

techniques for fruits.

5. Nutrition of fruit crops: role of essential

elements with special reference to fruit

crops, deficiency symptoms and nutritional

requirements of major fruit crops.

6. Physiology of flowering, fruit set and

fruit development: factors influencing

flower bud initiation, differentiation,

pollination, fertilization, fruit set, growth,

development, parthenocarpy and

seedlessness.

7. Production of exotic and minor fruits:

importance, morphology, ecophysiology,

culture and management of the following

fruits: avocado, cashew nut, grapes,

strawberry, dragon fruit, macademia nut,

mangosteen, rambutan, apple and pear and

minor fruits: lotkon, sapota, wood apple,

pomegranate, palmyra palm, aonla,

bilimbi, wax jambu, hog plum, star apple,

jamun, grape fruit, bullocks heart, custard

apple, elephant apple, velvet apple and

carambola.

8. Post-harvest handling, processing and

preservation of fruits: post harvest

physiology, factors affecting post harvest

quality and shelf life, causes of spoilage

and remedies; objectives, principles and

methods of preparation of value added

products.


Berrie, A.M.M. 1977. An introduction to the Botany of major crop plants,

Hyden & Sons Ltd. London.

Bose T.K. & S.K. Mitra, 1980. Fruits: Tropical & subtropical. Naya prakash,

296, Bidhan Sarani, Calcutta-6, India.

FAO, 1995. Fruit and Vegetable Processing. FAO Agricultural Service

Bulletin 119. International Book Distributing Company, India.

Gardner, V.E; F.C, Bradford & H. J. Hooker. 1952. Fundamentals of Fruit

production, McGraw Hill Book Co. New York.

Hayes, W.D. 1960. Fruit Growing in India. Kitabistan, Allahabad.

Mac Millan, H.F. 1989. A Handbook for Tropical Planting and Gardening.

Scientific Publishers, Jodhpur, India.

Macmillan, H.F. 1962. Tropical planting and gardening, Macmillan, London.

Naik, K.C. 1963. South Indian Fruits & their culture. P. Varadachary & co.

Madras.

Samson, J. A. 1986. Tropical Fruits, Longman Group UK Ltd.

Singh, A. 1980. Fruit physiology and production. Kalyani Pub. New Delhi.

Singh, D.K. 2008. Hi-Tech Horticulture. Agrotech Publishing Academy,

Udaipur, India.

Singh, D.K. and Singh, S.K. 2005. Physiology and Postharvest management

of Horticultural Crops. Agrotech Publishing Academy, Udaipur, India.

Singh, N.P. 2007. Fruit and Vegetable Preservation. Oxford Book Company,

Jaipur, India.

Singh, R.1961. Fruits. National Book Trust, New Delhi.

Course: AT-4104: Pomology


Credit:

01

Year:

Fourth

Term:

First

Rationale: Sufficient practical knowledge and skills on cultural practices,

bearing habits, maturity indices and economic analysis of fruit production is

necessary to ensure better performance of the fruit crops and thereby these

attributes are essential for an agriculture graduate.

Course Objectives:

To gain knowledge on identifying common fruit, their

morphological features, bearing habits and maturity indices of

fruits.

To practice field layout, planting systems, manuring, fertilizing,

pruning, training and other intercultural operations of fruit crops.

To estimate the cost of production and studying fruit tree

performances for different fruit crops.



(ILOs)

Course Content


will be able to:

identify the major, minor and

exotic fruit

practice the field layout for

planting, manuring, fertilizing,

pruning, training and other

intercultural operations of fruit

crops

explain the morphological

features of fruit

understand the bearing habit of

fruits

analyze the performance of

fruit trees and economic

aspects of growing fruit crops

determine the maturity indices

of fruit

familiarwith important

features of orchards.

1. Identification of common fruit

plants of Bangladesh.

2. Study of morphological features

of fruit of Bangladesh.

3. Practices on field layout, planting,

manuring, fertilizing, pruning,

training and other intercultural

operations of fruits.

4. Study on bearing habit of

different fruit.

5. Estimation of cost of production

of mango, banana, pineapple and

papaya.

6. Performance record of fruit tree.

7. Maturity indices of fruits.

8. Visiting important orchards of

Bangladesh.


Berrie, A.M.M. 1977. An introduction to the Botany of major crop plants,

Hyden & Sons Ltd. London.

Bose T.K. & S.K. Mitra, 1980. Fruits: Tropical & subtropical. Naya prakash,

296, Bidhan Sarani, Calcutta-6, India.

FAO, 1995. Fruit and Vegetable Processing. FAO Agricultural Service

Bulletin 119. International Book Distributing Company, India.

Gardner, V.E; F.C, Bradford & H. J. Hooker. 1952. Fundamentals of Fruit

production, McGraw Hill Book Co. New York.

Hayes, W.D. 1960. Fruit Growing in India. Kitabistan, Allahabad.

Mac Millan, H.F. 1989. A Handbook for Tropical Planting and Gardening.

Scientific Publishers, Jodhpur, India.

Macmillan, H.F. 1962. Tropical planting and gardening, Macmillan, London.

Naik, K.C. 1963. South Indian Fruits & their culture. P. Varadachary & co.

Madras.

Samson, J. A. 1986. Tropical Fruits, Longman Group UK Ltd.

Singh, A. 1980. Fruit physiology and production. Kalyani Pub. New Delhi.

Singh, D.K. 2008. Hi-Tech Horticulture. Agrotech Publishing Academy,

Udaipur, India.

Singh, D.K. and Singh, S.K. 2005. Physiology and Postharvest management

of Horticultural Crops. Agrotech Publishing Academy, Udaipur, India.

Singh, N.P. 2007. Fruit and Vegetable Preservation. Oxford Book

Company, Jaipur, India.

Singh, R.1961. Fruits. National Book Trust, New Delhi.

Course: AT-4105: Diseases of

Horticultural Crops and Seed Pathology

Credit:

03

Year:

Fourth

Term

First

Rationale: This course is designed to provide an orientation regarding

mechanism of disease development, epidemiological aspects and

management of fruit, vegetables, cash crop diseases, nursery diseases and

introduction to seed pathology.

Course Objectives:

To be acquinted with disease cycle, epidemiological aspects and

management of fruit, vegetables, cash crop and nursery diseases.

To provide knowledge about significance, mechanism of transmission

of seed borne diseases, seed health test and control of seed borne

diseases.

To learn disease forecasting and crop loss assessment.


(ILOs)

Course Content

Section: A


will be able to:

identify of different fruits and

vegetables diseases



deficiencies

analyze mechanism of


diseases

relate the effect of different

environmental factors on the

development of specific

disease


fruits and vegetables diseases.

1. Diseases of fruits: mango, banana,

papaya, coconut, pineapple,

jackfruit, citrus and guava.

2. Diseases of vegetables: potato,

tomato, sweet potato, cabbage,

cauliflower, chili, brinjal, lady’s

finger, amaranth, cucurbits and

beans.

Section: B

state causes of different cash

crops and nursery diseases

3. Diseases of cash crops: tobacco,

tea, betelnut, betelvine, turmeric,




deficiencies

state mechanism of


diseases

relate the effect of different

environmental factors on the

development of specific

disease


fruits and vegetables diseases

characterize seed borne and

seed transmitted diseases

select appropriate seed health

testing method

suggest appropriate method

for control of seed borne

diseases

design procedure for

assessment of crop loss.

ginger, onion and garlic.

4. Introduction to seed pathology:

importance of seed borne diseases

in Bangladesh, significance and

mechanism of seed transmission of

pathogens, seed health testing

methods, control of seed-borne

diseases.

5. Nursery diseases; disease of

agroforest trees: root rots, wilts

and cankers of important forest

trees.

6. Crop loss assessment and disease

forecasting.


Agrios, G.N. 1997. Plant Pathology. 4th ed. Academic Press, New York.



Department of Plant Pathology. BAU.

Asrafuzzaman, M.H. 1991, A Text Book of Plant Pathology. Bangladesh

Agricultural Res. Council, Dhaka.

Boss, L. 1983. Introduction to plant virolology. Centre for Agricultural


Mehrotra, R.S. 1980. Plant Pathology. Tata McGraw Hill Publishing Co.


Begum, Residential Campus, Institute of Postraduate Studies in Agriculture,

Gazipur-1703, Bangladesh.

Mrinal K Dasgupta. 1998, Phytonematology. First Edition. Nayaprokash,

Calcutta



Rangaswami, G. 1972. Disease of Crop Plants in India. Prentice Hall of

India Private Ltd.

Rangs wami, G. 1962. Bacterial Plant Diseases in India. Asia Publishing

house, Bombay

Singh, R.S Plant disease, 7th edition, Oxford and IBH publishing co. pvt.

Ltd. New Delhi

Singh, R.S. 1994. Plant Diseases. 6th ed. Oxford and IBH Publishing Co.

New Delhi.

Singh, R.S. 1995. Introduction to principles of Plant Pathology. Eight

Printing. Oxford and IBH Publishing Co. New Delhi.

Wheeler, B.E.J. 1969. An Introduction to Plant Diseases, John Wiley and

Sons Ltd.

Course: AT-4106: Diseases of

Horticultural Crops and Seed Pathology

Sessional/Fieldwork

Credit

: 01

Year:

Fourth

Term:

First

Rationale: This course is oriented to provide practical knowledge about

pathogenicity test, identification and preservation of fruits, vegetables and

cash crop diseases, seed health test formulation and application of seed soil

and foliar treating chemicals.

Course Objectives:

To study about procedure of collection and preservation of fruits,

vegetables and cash crop diseases.

To acquaint with koch’s postulates.

To study on seed health testing methods.

To calculation different aspects of chemicals used in seed, foliar and soil

treating chemicals.

IntendedLearning Outcomes




apply koch’s postulates by

using fungi, bacteria,

nematodes & viruses

identify fruits, vegetables

and cash crop diseases in

the laboratory and field

identify causal organisms

of the diseases

test seed health by using

different methods

collect and preserve

diseased plant-materials

properly

use plant protection

1. Demonstration of Koch’s postulates

by using following groups of

pathogens: fungi, bacteria, nematodes

& virus.

2. Field and laboratory studies of

following plant diseases

a) Detailed study

i) Late blight and early blight of

potato and tomato

ii) Anthracnose of chili, lady’s

finger & amaranth

iii) Alternaria leaf spot of cabbage

& onion

iv) Powdery and downy mildew of

beans/cucurbits

v) Rhizopus fruit rot of Jack fruit


equipments

prepare and apply of foliar

fungicides

calibrate fungicide

treat seed and soil

prescribe control measure

of some important

diseases

and nut

vi) Brown spot and frogeye leaf

spot of tobacco

vii) Anthracnose and taphrina leaf

spot of turmeric

viii) Anthracnose/leaf spot of

betelvine

b) Brief study

i) Dry rot, hollow heart, black

heart and scab of potato

ii) Yellow vein clearing mosaic of

lady’s finger and little leaf of

brigjal

iii) Bud rot of coconut

iv) Leaf spot of banana & coconut

v) Papaya mosaic

vi) Wilt of guava

vii) Scab & die-back of lemon

viii) Red rot of sugarcane

ix) Tobacco mosaic

x) Blister blight & grey blight of

tea

xi) Foot rot & leaf rot of betel vine

xii) Seed rot & seed discoloration

xiii) Damping-off & seedling blight

3. Seed health testing: dry infection,

incubation method (Blotter & agar

plate methods) and growing on test.

4. Chemical control:

a) Handling of plant protection

equipments

b) Preparation and application of

foliar fungicides (Bordeaux

mixture, Burgundy mixture).

calculation of concentration,

percentage of active ingredients,

rates of application, etc.

c) Students in groups are required to

conduct a spray experiment with

foliar fungicides for controlling a

specific foliar disease of crop

d) Seed and soil treatment

e) Prescription for control of some

important diseases.

5. Field excursion for plant disease

study.

6. Each student is required to submit a

comprehensive report on the prepared

herbarium, spray experiment and field

excursion.


Agrios, G.N. 2012. Plant Pathology. 5 ed. Academic press, New York.


Department of Plant Pathology.



Mymensingh

Barnett H. L and Hunter Barry B. Illustrated genera of imperfect fungi. Third

edition. Burgess publishing company, USA.

Dhingra Onkar D. and Sinclair James B. Basic Plant pathology methods, ,


imprint of CRC press



Bangladesh

Course: AT-4107: Stresses in

Agriculture and Disaster

Management

Credit:

03

Year:

Fourth

Term :

First

Rationale: The content of this course is intended to provide basic and

applied knowledge on stresses and disaster in agriculture and their

management.

Course Objectives:

To provide knowledge on stresses in agriculture.

To understand the effect of the stresses and their management in

crop production.

To acquaint with the disasters and hazards.

To acquire knowledge on risk assessment, vulnerability analysis

and disaster management planning.

Intended Learning

Outcomes( ILOs)

Course Content


Section: A



conceptualize

different stresses in

agriculture

explain crop response

to stresses, adaptation

and management.

1. Introduction: concept of stress and strain,

stress tolerance, avoidance

2. Stresses in agriculture: drought, heat,

salinity, waterlogging; effect of these

stresses on crops, crop responses and

adaptation, management of these stresses

from agronomic and breeding point of

view.

Section: B

characterize disaster

evaluate the impact of

disaster on

Bangladesh

agriculture

depict climate change

and disaster

assess risk and

analyze vulnerability

propose disaster

management planning.

1. Disaster: definition, concept, types and

characteristics, causes and effects,

impacts, consequences. Natural and

manmade disaster (floods, cyclone,

tornado); global view of disaster, disaster

cycle, disaster prone areas in Bangladesh.

2. Climate change and disaster: global

warming, sea level rise, air pollution,

water pollution and deforestation.

3. Hazards: definition, concept,

classification, difference and relationship

between hazard and disaster.

4. Risk assessment and vulnerability

analysis: disaster risk, concept and

elements, disaster risk reduction; risk

assessment; Vulnerability: concept and

parameters, relationship between risk and

vulnerability, socio-economic factors of

vulnerability, vulnerability analysis.

5. Disaster management planning: concept

and elements, preparedness and

mitigation; Pre- and post-disaster

management, integrated planning for

disaster management, technologies for

disaster management; efforts to mitigate

natural disasters at national and global

levels.


Ahmad, Parvaiz, Prasad, M.N.V. (Eds.). 2012.Abiotic Stress Responses in

Plants: Metabolism, Productivity and Sustainability, Springer.

Blaikie, P., T. Cannon, L. Davis, and B. Wisner. 1994. At Risk: Natural

Hazards, People’s Vulnerability and Disasters. London: Routledge.

Bryant Edwards (2005): Natural Hazards, Cambridge University Press, U.K.

Burton, I.R, W. Kates and G.F. White. 1994. The Environment as Hazard.

Harlow: ongman.

Carter, W. Nick, 1991: Disaster Management, Asian Development Bank,

Manila.

Gaur, R. K. Sharma, P. (Eds). 2013. Molecular Approaches in Plant Abiotic

Stress. CRC Press (Taylor & Francis Group).

Goel S. L. 2007 Disaster Adminastration And Management Text And Case

Studies Deep &Deep Publication Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi

Gupta H. K. 2003. Disaster Management. Indian National Science Academy.

Orient Blackswan.

Hirt, Heribert, Shinozaki, Kazuo (Eds.). 2004. Plant Responses to Abiotic

Stress, Springer.

Hodgkinson P. E. &Stewart M. 1999 J. Coping with Catastrophe: A

Handbook of Disaster Management.

Jenks, M. A. and Hasegawa P. M. (Eds). 2013. Plant Abiotic Stress (2nd

Edition), Wiley-Blackwell.

Sinha P. C. 2006 Disaster Mitigation: Preparedness, Recovery and Response.

SBS Publication & Distributions Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi.

Course: AT-4109: Agri Business &

Entrepreneurship Development

Credit:

02

Year:

Fourth

Term:

First

Rationale: The course is design to provide knowledge on agribusiness and

development of entrepreneurship skills in agriculture sector.

Course Objectives:

To enable the students identify the opportunities of self

employment.

To motivate and make the graduates ready to take risks

involved in starting a new venture.



Section: A



state necessity of

development of

agribusiness sector in

Bangladesh

design agriculture

1. Socioeconomic

background/conditions of

Bangladesh.

2. Nature and economic significance of

agribusiness.

3. State of agriculture in Bangladesh in

terms of demand-supply.

4. Problems of agricultural produce

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marketing system

motivate people to involve

in agribusiness

develop entrepreneurship

skill

identify the scope of smes

in agri business

marketing in Bangladesh.

5. State of agribusiness in Bangladesh

in terms of diversity and value

addition.

6. Entrepreneurship in the economic

development.

7. Education and career in

entrepreneurship.

8. Factors affecting entrepreneurial

growth.

9. Entrepreneurship development

program.

10. Entrepreneurship development

policy.

11. SMEs: significance in the economy.

12. SMEs: issues and challenges.

13. SMEs: international business.

Section: B

determine the suitable

entrepreneurial opportunities

generate ideas using creative

techniques

recognize the components of

business plan

develop the marketing plan

articulate the human resource

aspects of a entrepreneurial

venture.

14. Developing entrepreneurial

competencies

15. Social and ethical

responsibilities

16. Entrepreneurial motivation

17. Entrepreneurial mind

18. Opportunity analysis

19. Creativity and generating idea(s)

20. Transforming ideas into

business opportunities

21. Understanding business plan

22. Marketing plan

23. Financial plan

24. Organizational plan

25. Market research

26. Product planning and

development process

27. Developing marketing/business

plan

28. Review & class party

Teaching References Bangladesh Economic Survey Reports

Hisrich, Robert; Entrepreneurship Development, McGraw Hill, NY

Industrial Policy, Ministry of Industry, GOB

Khanka S. S; Entrepreneurial Development, S. Chand & Company Ltd. New

Delhi

Course: AT-4112: Project

/Thesis/Review paper

Credit:

03

Year:

Fourth

Term:

First

Rationale: The course is design to provide fundamental knowledge on

research in the field of agriculture and preparation of desertation for the

fulfillment of B. Sc. Ag (Honors) degree.

Course Objectives:

To enable the students to take a research project and conduct

research under a supervisor

Intended Learning Outcomes: Course Content


be able to:

complete a research work under

a supervisor

collect and assemble the data

analyze the data using statistical

computer program

organize the analyzed data for

interpretation

interpret the results and discuss

under guidance

write a review article.

1. preparation of project/

research proposal

2. presenatation of synopsis

3. experimentation

4. preparation of desertation

5. defense of desertation

Teaching References: These are also open ended. Student may consult

different journals, reference books and internet.


Fourth Year Second Term

Course: AT- 4201: Cropping

System and Sustainable Agriculture

Credit:

03

Year:

Fourth

Term:

Second

Rationale: This course comprises different aspects of cropping system, crop

forecasting and sustainable agriculture.

Course Objectives:

To provide knowledge on cropping systems of Bangladesh and

ways of its improvement.

To acquainted with crop forecasting and crop reporting.

To provide knowledge on sustainable agriculture.


(ILOs)

Course Content

Section: A


be able to:

prepare a cropping scheme.

characterize cropping systems

and existing cropping patterns of

Bangladesh

provide necessary suggestions

for improvement

clarify the basic issues of

multiple cropping and yield

assessment

prapare crop rotation schedule.

1. Cropping scheme: concept,

objectives and principles of

preparation.

2. Cropping systems: concept,

types and determinants.

3. Cropping pattern: concept;

factors affecting cropping

pattern; basic information about

the major cropping patterns of

Bangladesh and ways of their

improvement; efficiency in

cropping system, interaction in

intercropping and sequential

cropping.

4. Multiple cropping: prerequisites and potentials;

sequential cropping and

intercropping with their

advantages and disadvantages;

criteria for selection of

intercrop components; land

equivalent ratio (LER); relative

yield total (RYT), crop

equivalent yield (CEY),

multiple cropping index (MCI).

5. Crop rotation: objectives,

principles; advantages and

limitations.

Section: B

characterize crop forecasting and

crop reporting

compare sustainable agriculture

and modern agriculture

realize organic farming and its

management

clarify conservation agriculture

and its application in Bangladesh

6. Crop forecasting: objectives;

factors considered during

forecasting; crop reporting-

concepts, objectives, methods

and preparation of report.

7. Sustainable agriculture:

concept; differences from

modern agriculture; problems

of modern agriculture;

management practices for

sustainable agriculture;

advantages and limitations;

indices of sustainability-

priority, total factor

productivity.

8. Organic farming: definition,

objectives, principles and

components; organic

production requirement-organic

manures, vermicompost, bio-

fertilizers; low input organic

farming.

9. Conservation agriculture:

concept, components,

advantages and limitations of

practicing conservation

agriculture in Bangladesh.


Chandraekaram, B. Annaduraik and somasundaram, E. 2010. A Text Book

of Agronomy. New Age International Pub. New Delhi.

Chaterjee, B.W., Maiti, S. and Manadal, B.K. 1989. Cropping System

(Theory and Practical). Oxford & IBH Pub., Co. Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi.

Das, P.C. 1995. Principles and Practices of Crop Production. South Asia

Pub., Delhi.

De, G.C. 1997. Fundamentals of Agronomy. Oxford & IBH Pub., Co. Pvt.

Ltd. New Delhi.

Iqbal, T.M.T., Alam. M.S. Gaffer M.A. 1986. Krishitatta: Khamar O

Khamar Babosthapana (In Bangla). Published by Sara Alam, Dhaka.

Karim, M.M. Samad, M.A. and Alam, A.B.M. 1996. Math Fosol Utpadoner

Moulnity O. Khamer Bedossthya (Bangla). Bangladesh Open University,

Gazipur, Bangladesh.


Reddy, T.Y. Reddy, G.H. 2011. Principles of agronomy. Kalyani Publishers,

New Delhi.

Singh. S.S. 1998. Principles and Practices of Agronomy. Kaly ani


Course: AT -4202: Cropping System

and Sustainable Agriculture


Credit:

01

Year:

Fourth

Term:

Second

Rationale: This course provides different aspects of land utilization, crop

statistics, crop cultivation planning and agricultural farm management.

Course Objectives:

To provide practical knowledge on land utilization and crop

statistics in Bangladesh.

To acquainted with agricultural farm planning and farm record

keeping.

To provide hands-on knowledge on crop reporting and yield

estimation.


(ILOs)

Course Content


be able to:

present land utilization pattern

and crop statistics in

Bangladesh.

prepare a layout of an

agricultural farm.

recognize farm records and

records keeping.

prepare crop rotation schedule,

crop calendar and crop report.

undertake crop cutting

experiment for estimation of

production.

1. Graphical representation of land

utilization and crop statistics in

Bangladesh.

2. Laying out of an agricultural

farm.

3. Maintenance of farm records

and preparation of cropping

scheme.

4. Preparation of crop rotation

schedules.

5. Preparation of crop calendar.

6. Undertaking crop cutting

experiment.

7. Preparation of crop report.


Chandraekaram, B. Annaduraik and somasundaram, E. 2010. A Text Book

of Agronomy. New Age International Pub. New Delhi.

Chaterjee, B.W., Maiti, S. and Manadal, B.K. 1989. Cropping System

(Theory and Practical). Oxford & IBH Pub., Co. Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi.

Das, P.C. 1995. Principles and Practices of Crop Production. South Asia

Pub., Delhi.

De, G.C. 1997. Fundamentals of Agronomy. Oxford & IBH Pub., Co. Pvt.

Ltd. New Delhi.

Iqbal, T.M.T., Alam. M.S. Gaffer M.A. 1986. Krishitatta: Khamar O

Khamar Babosthapana (In Bangla). Published by Sara Alam, Dhaka.

Karim, M.M. Samad, M.A. and Alam, A.B.M. 1996. Math Fosol Utpadoner

Moulnity O. Khamer Bedossthya (Bangla). Bangladesh Open University,

Gazipur, Bangladesh.

Reddy, T.Y. Reddy, G.H. 2011. Principles of agronomy. Kalyani Publishers,

New Delhi.

Singh. S.S. 1998. Principles and Practices of Agronomy. Kaly ani


Course: AT - 4203: Soil Fertility

Management

Credit

Hour: 03

Year:

Fourth

Term:

Second

Rationale: The graduates are intended to provide practical knowledge

about the management of soil fertility and soil productivity for sustainable

crop production.

Course Objectives:

To acquire practical knowledge on soil fertility, pH, nutrients &

nitrogen fixation for crop production.

To be acquainted with colloids, clay minerals and ion exchange.

To understand organic matter and chemistry of different nutrients

of submerged soils.


(ILOs)

Course Content

Section: A


will be able to:

compare soil fertility and soil

productivity

suggest measures for soil

fertility maintenance

characterize soil acidity and

liming

explain nutrients uptake by

plants

narrate the importance of bnf

and biofertilizer in crop

production.

1. Soil fertility: introduction to

soil fertility and soil

productivity; factors affecting

soil fertility; evaluation and

maintenance of soil fertility.

2. Soil reaction and liming:

causes of soil acidity and

alkalinity; buffering capacity of

soil; liming materials; effects of

liming on soil properties;

factors regarding lime

requirement in soil; soil reaction

affecting nutrient availability.

3. Plant nutrients: mechanisms of

nutrient uptake by plants;

comprehensive study about N,

P, K, S and Zn fertilizers.

4. Biological nitrogen fixation

(BNF): definition, agents and


factors of BNF; importance and

production of Azolla and blue

green algae in agriculture;

biofertilizers- concepts, method

of application, their role in crop

production and maintenance of

soil fertility.

Section: B

express soil colloid and clay

minerals.

narrate ion exchange and its

importance in crop production.

justify the use of organic

matter and humus in crop

production.

relate transformation of

nutrients with soil

submergence.

5. Soil colloids and clay

mineralogy: definition,

classification and properties of

soil colloids; classification,

structure and characteristics of

clay minerals (kaolinite,

montmorillonite, illite, mica,

vericullite and interstratified

minerals).

6. Ion exchange: definition,

mechanism and importance;

base saturation.

7. Organic matter: sources and

composition; definition and

formation of humus; C-N ratio;

effect of organic matter on soil

properties.

8. Chemistry of submerged soils:

characteristics of submerged

soils; redox potential; pH;

transformation of N, P, S, Zn

and Fe in submerged soils.

Teaching references:

Biswas, T.D. and Mukherjee, S.K. 1987. Text book of soil science. tata

mcgraw hill publishing co., Dew Delhi.

Brady, N.C. 1990. Nature and properties of soils. 10th ed. macmillian

publishing co. inc., New York.

Das.D.K, 1997. Introductory soil science. Kalyani publishers, Dew Delhi.

Foth, H.D. and Turk, L. M. 1972. Fundamental of soil science. 5th ed.

wiley eastern pvt. ltd., Dew Delhi.

Gupta, P.K. 2007. Soil, plant, water and fertilizer analysis. published by

agrobios (india), Jodpur.

Isss, 2002. Fundamentals of soil science. published by indian society of soil

science, iari, Dew Delhi.

Jaiswal, P.C. 2006. Soil, plantand water analysis. 2nd ed. kalyani

publishers, Ludhiyana.

Samuel L. Tisdale, Werner. L. Nelson, James D. Beaton and John L.

Havlin. 1995. Soil fertility and fertilisers. 5th ed. macmillan publishing

company, USA.

Course: AT 4204: Soil Fertility

Management Sessional/Field Work Credit: 01

Year:

Fourth

Term:

Second


knowledge on different essential plant nutrients including different

techniques of their analysis.

Course Objectives:


techniques of essential plant nutrients.

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) Course Contents


able to:

estimate organic matter and

organic carbon in soil

determine different plant nutrients

from soil

demonstrate nutrient deficiency

symptoms in plants

1. Estimation of soil organic

carbon and estimation of

organic matter.

2. Determination of N, P, K and

EC in soil.

3. Observation of nutrient

deficiency in soil.



McGraw HillPublishing Co., New Delhi.

Brady, N.C. 1990. Nature and Properties of Soils. 10th Edn, Macmillian

Publishing Co. Inc., New York.

Das.D.K, 1997. Introductory Soil Science. Kalyani Publishers, New Delhi.

Foth, H.D. and Turk, L. M. 1972. Fundamental of Soil Science. 5th Edn.

Wiley Eastern Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi.

Gupta, P.K. 2007. Soil, Plant, Water and Fertilizer Analysis. Published by

AGROBIOS (India), Jodpur.

ISSS, 2002. Fundamentals of Soil Science. Published by Indian Society of

Soil Science, IARI, New Delhi.

Jaiswal, P.C. 2006. Soil, Plant and Water Analysis. 2nd Ed. Kalyani

Publishers, ludhiyana.

Samuel L.Tisdale, Werner.L. Nelson, James D. Beaton and John L. Havlin.

1995. Soil Fertility and Fertilisers. 5th Ed. Macmillan publishing company,

USA.


Course: AT-4205: Plant

Biotechnology

Credit:

03

Year:

Fourth

Term:

Second

Rationale: The course is assigned to provide fundamental knowledge of

plant biotechnology to the students.

Course Objectives:

To impart knowledge to the students for utilization of in vitro and

genetic engineering principles and methods to develop and/or

improve crop plants of economic and nutritional importance.

Intended Learning


Section: A



explain different

aspects of plant

biotechnolog

illustrate cellular

totipotency in the

context of plant

regeneration in vitro

demonstrate various

approach of plant tissue

culture

designing research

project to shorten

breeding cycle in self

and croo pollinated

species.

1. Introduction to plant biotechnology:

concept, history, areas and branches;

scope and prospects, status of

biotechnology in Bangladesh.

2. Plant cell and tissue culture:

Principles and applications: cell

theory, cellular totipotency, cellular

differentiation, morphogenesis and

regeneration, tissue culture techniques,

types and applications.

3. Callus and cell suspension culture: callus culture: definition, types,

formation and characteristics of callus

tissue, factors affecting callus

formation, significance of callus. cell

suspension culture: initiation and

maintenance, types of suspension

culture, utility of suspension culture,

single cell culture and cell plating,

application of cell suspension culture in

secondary metabolites production.

4. Somaclonal and gametoclonal

variations: types, origin, applications,

advantages, limitations, achievements.

5. Somatic embryogenesis and synthetic

seed production:procedure of somatic

embryogenesis,systems of synthetic

seed production, factors affecting

somatic embryogenesis, advantages and

limitations.

6. Micropropagation: procedure,

applications, advantages and limitations

of shoot tip and meristem culture.

7. Zygotic embryo culture: purpose,

methods, procedure, applications,

achievements, ovule culture and ovary

culture.

8. Anther and pollen culture and

haploid production: principle and

importance of anther and pollen culture;

process of androgenesis, types and

significance of haploids.

9. Protoplast culture and somatic

hybridization: protoplast isolation,

culture, fusion and somatic

hybridization; cybrid production,

application and achievements,

advantages and disadvantages.

Section: B

explain principles of

genetic engineering and

its practical uses

demonstrate DNA

isolation cDNA

preparation, gene

cloning and DNA

recombination

techniques

construct DNA finger

print

elucidate marker based

selection.

10. Genetic engineering: concept, scope

and importance of genetic engineering.

11. Recombinant DNA technology:

purpose and basic concept of

recombinant DNA technology,

restriction enzymes, vectors, gene

cloning, identification of recombinant

molecule and applications, concept and

construction of cDNA and genomic

library, DNA and RNA hybridization

techniques, principles of DNA

sequencing.

12. Transgenic breeding:

selectablemarkers,methods of gene

transfer- direct and indirect, transgenic

plants- main features, transgenic vs.

conventional breeding.

13. Marker aided selection: DNA

markers, marker aided selection, merits

and demerits, molecular mapping, DNA

fingerprinting.

14. Gene silencing: knockout gene

antisence RNA technique, RNAi

technique, practical application of gene

silencing.



Abbot. 2013. Recent Advances in Plant tissue culture and Biotechnology.

Random Pub. India.

Chawla, H.S. 2005: Introduction to Plant Biotechnology. 2nd edition.

Oxford and IBH Publishing Co. Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi.

George Acquaah, 2005: Understanding Biotechnology: An Integrated and

Cyber-Based Approach. Pearson Education (Singapore) Pte. Ltd., India.

Gupta, P.K. 1999: Cell and Molecular Biology. Rastogy Publishers, Shivaji

Road, Meerut-252 002, India.

Narayanswamy, S. 1999: Plant Cell and Tissue Culture. Tata McGraw-Hill

Publishing Company Limited, New Delhi.

Nicholl, 2010. An Introduction to Genetic Engineering. CUP, India.

Rastogy, S.C. 2005: Cell Biology. New Age International Publishers, New

Delhi.

Razdan, M.K. 2008: An Introduction to Plant Tissue Culture. 2nd edition.

Oxford and IBH Publishing Co. Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi/ Calcutta.

Sadava, D.E., 1993: Cell Biology: Organells Structure and Function. Jones

and Bartlett Publishers, Boston, London.

Tong.2009. Plant Cell and Tissue Culture for the Production of Food

Ingredients. Springer, India.

Course: AT – 4206: Plant

Biotechnology Sessional/Field Work

Credit:

01

Year:

Fourth

Term:

Second

Rationale: The course is assigned to provide practical demonstration to

understand and exercise plant tissue culture.

Course Objectives:

To make the students accustoms with micropropagation laboratory

organization, media preparation and in vitro propagation.

Intended Learning

Outcomes (ILOs)

Course Content



design an ideal

micropropagation

laboratory

exercise different

techniques of in vitro

propagation

analyze, interpret and

present the results of

their investigations

1. Laboratory organization.

2. Sterilization of instruments and media.

3. Preparation of media.

4. Explantation and establishment of

culture.

5. Principles of PCR.

6. DNA isolation, purification,

amplification and gel electrophorosis.

7. Collection and preparation of explants.

8. Preparation of culture.

9. Visiting established tissue culture

demonstrate DNA

isolation and

visualization.

laboratories of Bangladesh.

10. Field work.


Abbot. 2013. Recent Advances in Plant tissue culture and Biotechnology.

Random Pub. India.

Chawla, H.S. 2005: Introduction to Plant Biotechnology. 2nd edition. Oxford


George Acquaah, 2005: Understanding Biotechnology: An Integrated and

Cyber-Based Approach. Pearson Education (Singapore) Pte. Ltd., India.

Gupta, P.K. 1999: Cell and Molecular Biology. Rastogy Publishers, Shivaji

Road, Meerut-252 002, India.

Narayanswamy, S. 1999: Plant Cell and Tissue Culture. Tata McGraw-Hill

Publishing Company Limited, New Delhi.

Nicholl, 2010. An Introduction to Genetic Engineering. CUP, India.

Rastogy, S.C. 2005: Cell Biology. New Age International Publishers, New

Delhi.

Razdan, M.K. 2008: An Introduction to Plant Tissue Culture. 2nd edition.

Oxford and IBH Publishing Co. Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi/ Calcutta.

Sadava, D.E., 1993: Cell Biology: Organells Structure and Function. Jones

and Bartlett Publishers, Boston, London.

Tong.2009. Plant Cell and Tissue Culture for the Production of Food

Ingredients. Springer, India.

Course: AT-4207: Organizational

Management and Diffusion of Innovation

Credit:

03

Year:

Fourth

Term:

Second

Rationale: The graduates are intended to provide knowledge on principles

and practices of extension organization, extension administration, extension

educational system, social basis of human behavior, operation and feature of

special segment of population, technology transfer process (diffusion of

innovation) and AV aids in extension communication.

Course Objectives:

To play an effective role as extension administrator and/or

supervisor.

To identify and use the potential segment of population in

technology transfer.

To use efficiently AV aids in extension communication.

To plan, implement and evaluate an extension programme.

Intended Learning

Outcomes( ILOs)

Course Content

Section: A


tstudents will be able to: 1. Extension organization and

administration: meaning, main


describe the extension

organization-its feature

and principles, principles

of supervision and co-

ordination, feature and

functions of office

management

differentiate

organizational structure of

dae and describe duties

and responsibility of

personnel of DAE

select different types of

records and documents,

procedure of file indexing

and maintain human

relations

identify the factors

affecting the efficiency of

extension administration

and problems of extension

work in Bangladesh and

their solution

explain the extension

policy and models of

extension work of

Bangladesh

describe process of

socialization; identify

factors affecting

personality development

and causes and adjustment

to frustration

describe rural youth, rural

women and landless and

their role in extension

work

identify the schemes for

involving rural youth and

women.

features, basic elements, principles

and goals of an extension

organization, organizational structure

of DAE, duties and responsibilities of

different categories of personnel in

DAE; meaning, basic principles and

increasing efficiency in extension

administration; principles of

supervision and co-ordination in

extension work; features and functions

of office management; types of

records and documents, file indexing,

human relations and human resource

management, organizing and

management of extension work in

Bangladesh; problems of extension

work in Bangladesh and their solution.

2. Extension educational system:

agricultural extension policy of

Bangladesh; goals and objectives:

short term and long term, strategies

for implementing the goals and

objectives; specific models of

extension work in Bangladesh.

3. Human behavior: process of

socialization; personality

development, factors affecting

personality development; frustration:

causes and adjustment to frustration.

4. Rural youth, women and landless

farmers: rural youth-basic needs,

youth service scheme and rural youth

clubs; rural women-role of women in

agriculture, employment opportunities

for rural women, extension related to

farm women; landless farmers-

present status, employment

opportunities, involvement in income-

generating activities, empowerment in

community development.

Section: B

define and describe the diffusion

process, adoption process and

5. Innovation and technology

transfer: meaning of diffusion,

innovation decision model

describe elements of diffusion

process, types and attributes of

innovation and adopter

categories

identify factors affecting

transfer of technology in

agriculture

plan extension program

describing steps of planning

process and identify reasons for

failure of programme

interpret the meaning, types,

importance, objectives, and

principles of programme

monitoring and evaluation

select procedures of programme

evaluation.

use, classify and choose av aids for extension activity.

elements in the diffusion

process, innovation-decision

models, types of innovation and

innovation decisions, attributes

of innovations, adopter

categories, consequences of

innovations, obstacles in the

innovation-decision process,

factors affecting the transfer of

technologies in agriculture.

6. Planning of extension

programme: meaning,

importance, principles and steps

of planning procedures of

extension programme;

participation of people: concept,

levels of participation, needs for

people’s participation in

extension program, blocks to,

advantages and limitations of

people’s participations;

favorable and unfavorable

conditions for programme

planning; reasons for failure of

extension programme.

7. Monitoring and evaluation of

extension programme:

Monitoring: definition, purpose,

techniques and tools of

monitoring; evaluation:

meaning, types, importance,

objectives, principles and

procedures of programme

evaluation.

8. Audio-visual aids in extension

communication: meaning,

classification, benefits and

choice of audio-visual aids; non-

projected and projected visual

and audio-visual aids; criteria

for selection and evaluation of

audio-visual aids.



Adams, M.E. 1982. Agricultural Extension in Developing Countries.

London: Longman.

Bhuiyan, M.H. 1988. Krishi Samprasaron Parichiti. Dhaka: Jamuna Printers.

Kashem, M.A. 1992. Samprasaran Biggan. Dhaka: The Bangladesh Packing

Press.

Kashem, M.A. 2006. Fundamentals of Agricultural Extension. Mymensingh:

Nilufar Kashem.

Ray, G.L. 1996. Extension Communication and Management. 2nd edn.

Calcutt: Naya Prokash.

Rogers. E.M. 1995. Diffusion of Innovation. 4th edn. New York: Free Press.



Course: AT-4208: Extension Program

Planning and Outreach Program

Sessional/Field work

Credit:

01

Year:

Fourth

Term:

Second

Rationale: The graduates are intended to provide practical knowledge on

extension programme planning, preparation of annual plan and calendar of

work, preparation of printed materials, conducting group discussion,

seminar, workshop etc., planning training programme and extension field

trip.

Course Objectives:

To plan an extension programme, training programme and extension

field trip.

To prepare annual plan and calendar of work, printed materials and

To be able to conduct survey, group discussion, seminar, workshop etc.




be able to:

plan an extension programme,

training programme and

extension field trip

design annual plan and calendar

of work

demonstrate group discussion,

seminar, conferences and

workshop etc.

describe duties and

responsibilities of officers and

personnel of thana/upazila head

quarters.

1. Survey of agricultural situation

and preparation of agricultural

extension programme for

improvement of crop

production.

2. Preparation of annual plan of

work and calendar of work.

3. Group discussion: seminar,

symposium, conference,

workshop, etc.

4. Preparation of training

program.

5. Extension field trip to

agricultural farm, village and

thana/upazila head quarters and

preparation of report.


Adams, M.E. 1982. Agricultural Extension in Developing Countries.

London: Longman.

Annonymous. 2009. Agricultural Extension Mannual-II. Deptt. of

Agricultural Extension Education, BAU, Mymensingh.

Bhuiyan, M.H. 1988. Krishi Samprasaron Parichiti. Dhaka: Jamuna Printers.

Kashem, M.A. 1992. Samprasaran Biggan. Dhaka: The Bangladesh Packing

Press.

Ray, G.L. 1996. Extension Communication and Management. 2nd edn.

Calcutt: Naya Prokash.

Rogers. E.M. 1995. Diffusion of Innovation. 4th edn. New York: Free Press.

Course: AT-4209: Economic

Entomology and Pest Management

Credit:

03

Year:

Fourth

Term:

Second

Rationale: The theoretical course is designed to disseminate thorough

knowledge on economic insects, disease transmission, pest management

strategies and biology, nature of damage and control of major crop pests in

Bangladesh.

Course Objectives:

To be acquainted with present status, scope and prospects of

sericulture, apiculture and lac culture in Bangladesh.

To recognize the disease transmission through insect.

To acquire knowledge on pest management tactics.

To obtain knowledge of biology, nature of damage and control of

major crop pests in Bangladesh.


ILOs) Course Contents

Section: A


will be able to:

enlighten of scope and

economic

importancesericulture,

apiculture and lac culture

illustrate management

techniques of honey bee,

silkworm and lac insects

explain collection and

processing methods of

honey, wax, silk and shellac

explain mechanisms of

1. Economic entomology:

a) concept, scope and importance of

sericulture, apiculture and lac

culture; problems associated with

them and the possible remedies;

important strains/species of honey

bees, silkworms and lac insects.

b) care and maintenance of apiary;

inoculation and rearing of honey

bee, silkworm and lac insects;

causes of lowering the performance

of honey bee, silkworm and lac

insects and means to improve these;


transmission of insect borne

diseases

clarify agroecosystem,

injury, damage, economic

threshold level and

economic injury level

describe principles and

methods of insect pest

management

elucidate pest management

techniques

compare among

surveillance, forecasting

and warning systems in

insect pest management.

collection and processing of honey,

wax, silk and shellac.

2. Disease transmission: diseases and

vectors; types and mechanisms of

transmission of insect borne diseases

in plants.

3. Pest management: concept of pest

and pest management;

agroecosystem, injury, damage,

economic threshold level, economic

injury level, action threshold; pest

control strategies; principles and

methods of insect pest management;

elementary knowledge to IPM.

4. Surveillance, forecasting and

warning systems in insect pest

management

Section: B

narratedifferent methods of

pest Management.

characterize and classify

pesticide to acknowledge its

historical development

describe mode of action of

pesticide and their effects

on environment

identify biology, nature of

damage of major insect and

mite pests

prescribe control measures

of major insect and mite

pests

recognize biology, damage and

control measures of vertebrate

pests.

1. Pest management techniques: description of different methods

with their relative merits and

demerits.

2. Pesticides: concept, history,

classification, formulation, mode of

action; effects on environment, pest

resurgence and pest outbreak.

3. Crop pests: biology, nature of

damage and control measures of

major insect and mite pests of

agronomic (major cereals, oilseeds,

jute, cotton, tobacco, sugarcane) and

horticultural (major vegetables and

fruits) crops and stored products.

4. Vertebrate pests: types; biology,

damage and control measures of

vertebrate pests giving emphasis on

the rodents of field crops and in

storage.


Anand Prakash and Jagadiswari Rao. 1996. Botanical Pesticides in

Agriculture. Taylor & Francis, United Kingdom.

Bobbie Kalman. 2005. Helpful and harmful insects. Crabtree Publishing

Company, Ontario, Canada.

Fenemore, P. G. 2006. Applied Entomology. New Age International Press,

USA.

George W. Ware and David M. Whitacre. 2004. An Introduction to

Insecticides. 4th edition, Meister Pro Information Resources, A division of

Meister Media Worldwide, Willoughby, Ohio.

Ghorai, N. 2010. Lac-culture in India. International Books & Periodicals

Supply Service.

Herren, Ray V. 2007. The science of agriculture: a biological approach. 3rd

ed. Clifton Park, NY, Thomson/Delmar Learning, 646 p.

Islam, B. N. 1981. Improvement of Silkworm, Multiplication and Silk

Production under Bangladesh Condition. Bangladesh Journal of Agricultural

Sciences. Volumes 17-19.

Jackie French. 2002. Natural Control of Garden Pests. Aird Books Pty.Ltd.

Australia.

Julian Gilbert Leach. 2011. Insect Transmission of Plant Diseases. Daya

Publishing House, Chicago.

Marcelo L. Larramendy and Sonia Soloneski .2012. Integrated Pest

Management and Pest Control - Current and Future Tactics. InTech Press,

USA.

Margarita Stoytcheva. 2011. Pesticides - Formulations, Effects, Fate. InTech

Press, USA.

Radcliffe's IPM World Textbook.2006. University of Minnesota's Electronic

Press, USA.

Robert Krieger. 2010. Hayes' Handbook of Pesticide Toxicology. 3rd edition,

Academic Press, Waltham, Massachusetts, USA.

Shukla and Upadhyaya. 2009. Economic Zoology. Rastogi Publications,

India.

Singh, S. 2007. Bee Keeping in India. Indian Council of Agricultural

Research, India.

Course: AT - 4210: Economic

Entomology and Pest Management


Credit:

01

Year:

Fourth

Term:

Second

Rationale: The seesional course is designed to provide practical knowledge

on apiculture, lac culture and sericulture, Plant Protection Equipment,

Pesticides handling, usage and calculation of their doses, nature of pest

damage and control measures, integrated pest management (IPM) program of

insect pests.

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Course Objectives:

To acquire knowledge on establishment and care of apiary.

To be acquainted with sericulture.

To learn operation and maintenance procedure of plant protection

equipment.

To learn handling and preparing method of pesticide.

To obtain knowledge on Pest Management methods for major

agronomic and horticultural crops.

Intended Learning




construct, demonstrate

and maintain apiary

demonstrate cultivation

and management

techniques of mulberry

plants and silkworms

collect and process of

silk and shellac

operate and maintain

pest control appliances

handle and use

pesticides in different

conditions

recognize nature of

damage of major pests

suggest control

measures

develop integrated pest

management (ipm)

program of insect pests.

1. Construction and maintenance of apiary

and extraction of honey.

2. Demonstration of cultivation and

maintenance of mulberry plants; rearing

of silkworms; collection and processing

of silk and shellac.

3. Plant Protection Equipment: pest control

appliances, and their operations and

maintenance.

4. Pesticides: precautionary measures to be

taken during handling and using of

pesticides commonly used for controlling

insects, mites and rodents; formulation of

pesticides and calculation of their doses

under specific conditions.

5. Survey of major pests of rice, wheat,

sugarcane, jute, cotton, vegetables, fruits,

stored grains and preparation of a report

indicating their nature of damage and

suggest control measures; method of

preparation of integrated pest

management (IPM) program of insect

pests.

6. Field trips.


Anand Prakash and Jagadiswari Rao. 1996. Botanical Pesticides in

Agriculture. Taylor & Francis, United Kingdom.

Bobbie Kalman. 2005. Helpful and harmful insects. Crabtree Publishing

Company, Ontario, Canada.

Fenemore, P. G. 2006. Applied Entomology. New Age International Press,

USA.

George W. Ware and David M. Whitacre. 2004. An Introduction to

Insecticides. 4th edition, Meister Pro Information Resources, A division of

Meister Media Worldwide, Willoughby, Ohio.

Ghorai, N. 2010. Lac-culture in India. International Books & Periodicals

Supply Service.

Herren, Ray V. 2007. The science of agriculture: a biological approach. 3rd

ed. Clifton Park, NY, Thomson/Delmar Learning, 646 p.

Islam, B. N. 1981. Improvement of Silkworm, Multiplication and Silk

Production under Bangladesh Condition. Bangladesh Journal of Agricultural

Sciences. Volumes 17-19.

Jackie French. 2002. Natural Control of Garden Pests. Aird Books Pty.Ltd.

Australia.

Julian Gilbert Leach. 2011. Insect Transmission of Plant Diseases. Daya

Publishing House, Chicago.

Marcelo L. Larramendy and Sonia Soloneski .2012. Integrated Pest

Management and Pest Control - Current and Future Tactics. InTech Press,

USA.

Margarita Stoytcheva. 2011. Pesticides - Formulations, Effects, Fate. InTech

Press, USA.

Radcliffe's IPM World Textbook.2006. University of Minnesota's Electronoc

Press, USA.

Robert Krieger. 2010. Hayes' Handbook of Pesticide Toxicology. 3rd edition,

Academic Press, Waltham, Massachusetts, USA.

Shukla and Upadhyaya. 2009. Economic Zoology. Rastogi Publications,

India.

Singh, S. 2007. Bee Keeping in India. Indian Council of Agricultural

Research, India.

Course: AT-4211: Post Harvest

Technology Credit: 02

Year:

Fourth

Term

First

Rationale: Knowledge and skills on postharvest technology on agronomic

and horticultural crops are necessary for an agriculturist which emphasizes

the inclusion of such courses in agriculture curricula at undergraduate level.

Course objectives:

To obtaining knowledge on seed drying, seed cleaning, parboiling,

milling, grinding and storage of grain crops.

To acquiring knowledge on postharvest handling, storage,

processing and preservation of horticultural crops.

To be acquainted with the causes and remedies of postharvest

losses of agronomic and horticultural crops.

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Waltham,_Massachusetts

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Section: A

At the end of the course, students

will be able to:

compare different systems

of seed drying

evaluate the methods of

seed cleaning, different

methods of parboiling

with their advantages and

disadvantages

narrate the milling and

grinding processes

analyze the influence of

different factors on storage

of grain crops.

1. Seed drying: concept,

advantages, methods of seed

drying; equilibrium moisture

content and its determination;

grain drying systems; forced air

drying methods; seed dryers with

their advantages and

disadvantages.

2. Seed cleaning: principles and

methods of seed cleaning.

3. Parboiling of paddy: concept,

advantages, processing variables

in parboiling; physio-chemical

changes during parboiling; effects

of parboiling on milling,

nutritional and cooking qualities

of rice; parboiling methods.

4. Milling and grinding: concept;

factors influencing milling

breakage; influence of milling on

composition and quality of rice

grain; methods of husking,

factors affecting the effectiveness

of husking; grinding of cereals.

5. Storage: factors influencing

storage; principles of seed

storage; different grain storage

systems and storage structures.

Section: B

express post harvest handling of

horticultural crops

propose storage methods of

different horticultural crops

suggest remedies of postharvest

losses of horticultural products

outline processing and

preservation of horticultural

crops.

6. Post harvest handling of

horticultural crops: maturity

and stage of harvest; principles

and methods of harvesting,

grading, packing, transportation

and marketing of horticultural

crops.

7. Storage of horticultural crops:

methods of storage; physiology

of stored crops in fresh

condition; factors affecting the

physiological processes of

stored crops in fresh condition.

8. Post-harvest losses: assessment

of quantitative, qualitative and

nutritional losses; factors

influencing post-harvest losses;

causes and control of post-

harvest losses.

9. Processing and preservation

of horticultural crops:

importance, principles and

methods of processing and

preservation.


Agrawal, P.K. and Dadlani, M. 1992. Techniques in Seed Science and

Technology. South Asian Publishers Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi.

Agrawal, R. L. 1995. Seed Technology Oxford & IBH Pub. Co. Pvt. Ltd.

Dew Delhi.

Bala, B. K. 1997. Drying and Storage of Cereal Grains. Oxford & IBH Pub.

Co. Pvt. Ltd. Dew Delhi.

BARC, 1992. Training manual on postharvest handling and marketing.

Bose, T.K. and Mitra, S.K. 1990. Fruits: Tropical and Subtropical. Naya

Prokash, Calcutta, India.

Chakraverty A. 1995. Post Harvest Technology of Cereals, Pulses and

Oilseeds. Oxford & IBH Pub. Co. Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi.

Kader, A. 1992. Postharvest technology, Publication 331. University of

califormia, Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources.

Pillaiyas P. 1988. RICE Postproduction Manual. Wiley Eastern Ltd. New

Delhi.

Wills, R.B.H; T.H. Lee; D. Grahan; W.B. Mo Glasson and E.G. Hall. 1981.

Postharvest, an introduction to the physiology and handling of fruit and

vegetables. AVI Publishing Co. Inc. Westport, Conn.

Course: AT-4212: Post Harvest

Technology Sessional and Field Work

Credit:

01

Year:

Fourth

Term

First

Rationale: Practical knowledge and skills on postharvest technology on

agronomic and horticultural crops are necessary to become an efficient

agriculturist that necessitates the inclusion of the course as Post Harvest

Technology Sessional and Field Work.

Course objectives:

To obtaining skills and knowledge on parboiling and milling of


rice.

To practicing postharvest techniques for quality deterioration and

disease infestation in cereals and horticultural crops.

To be acquainted with the postharvest handling system of fruits

vegetables and flowers.



At the end of the course, the


demonstrate parboiling,

milling and storage of

cereals

practice postharvest

techniques to control

quality deterioration and

disease infestation in

harvested crops

exercise postharvest

handling systems for fruits

vegetables and flowers.

1. Observation of parboiling of rice.

2. Observation of milling and milling

quality of rice.

3. Study on seed storage practices.

4. Study of post harvest techniques for

controlling quality deterioration of

harvested crops.

5. Study on controlling diseases in

harvested crops by handling

practices.

6. Post harvest handling system of

fruits vegetables and flowers.


1. Agrawal, P.K. and Dadlani, M. 1992. Techniques in Seed Science and

Technology. South Asian Publishers Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi.

2. Agrawal, R. L. 1995. Seed Technology Oxford & IBH Pub. Co. Pvt. Ltd.

Dew Delhi.

3. Bala, B. K. 1997. Drying and Storage of Cereal Grains. Oxford & IBH

Pub. Co. Pvt. Ltd. Dew Delhi.

4. BARC, 1992. Training manual on postharvest handling and marketing.

5. Bose, T.K. and Mitra, S.K. 1990. Fruits: Tropical and Subtropical. Naya

Prokash, Calcutta, India.

6. Chakraverty A. 1995. Post Harvest Technology of Cereals, Pulses and

Oilseeds. Oxford & IBH Pub. Co. Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi.

7. Kader, A. 1992. Postharvest technology, Publication 331. University of

califormia, Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources.

8. Pillaiyas P. 1988. RICE Postproduction Manual. Wiley Eastern Ltd. New

Delhi.

9. Wills, R.B.H; T.H. Lee; D. Grahan; W.B. Mo Glasson and E.G. Hall.

1981. Postharvest, an introduction to the physiology and handling of fruit

and vegetables. AVI Publishing Co. Inc. Westport, Conn.

Teaching Strategies:

The following teaching methods are commonly followed by the teachers.

Individual course teacher will choose the method(s) by his own based on the

available facilities, logistic supports, and ambient environment to achieve

expected learning outcomes by the students.

Common teaching methods:

1. Lecture

2. Demonstration

3. Reading Assignment

4. Project / Assignment

5. Group Assignment

6. Small Group Discussion

7. Panel Discussion

8. Videotapes

9. Debate

10. Simulation Game

11. Brainstorming

12. Case Studies

13. Role Playing

14. Seminar/ Workshop

15. Cooperative Learning

16. Interactive teaching learning and peer discussion

17. Problem-based Learning (PBL)

18. Inquiry-based Learning (IBL)

Assessment Strategies:

Requirements of the Program

Credit Values required:

The Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Honors) is a comprehensive four-

year professional program. The program consists of core (146 credits) and

optional courses (43 credits). A student has to complete at least 160 credits

to obtain Bachelor of Agriculture (Honors) degree. The core courses include

courses production and protection of crops, animal science, basic sciences,

social sciences, arts and humanities, ICT and GIS. Both core and optional

courses are divided into theoretical and sessional (laboratory/fieldwork)

courses. Of the 146 credit core courses and there is a three credit

project/thesis course at level four. In addition, each student has to enjoy

study tour and a field trip as a part of curriculum


Term duration and distribution of items (academic calendar):

The four year courses are divided into eight terms. There are two terms (I

and II) in an academic year. The duration each term is 21weeks and

distributed as following:

Table 1: Duration of the term

Items Duration (weeks)

Classes 13

Preparatory leave 02

Final examination 04

Term break 02

Total 21

Distribution of Marks:

Each course, theoretical or practical, irrespective of credit values is

evaluated over 100 marks. The performance of a student is evaluated by

continuous assessment and final examination. Forty percent (40%) of marks

is allotted for continuous assessment (quizzes, class tests, presentation,

homework assignment and class participation). The remaining sixty percent

(60%) marks is allotted for final examination.

Table 2: Marks distribution for theory courses:

Description Marks

Class participation/attendance 10

Continuous assessment 30

Final examination (Section A and B) 60 (30+30)

Total 100

The duration of final examination of each course is three hour. For each

theory course maximum 25% options can be given in the total number of

questions. There are four questions in each section.

Table 3: Marks distribution for sessional courses:

Description Marks

Class participation/attendance 10

Internal criticism/evaluation/observation 60

Viva voce 30

Total 100

Table 4: Bases for class attendance marks (both for theory and sessional):

Attendance Marks

Above 90% 10

85% to less than 90% 9






less than 60% 0

Continuous Assessment:

The continuous assessment in terms of class tests, quizzes, assignments, term

papers etc. are arranged according to the following table:

Table 5: Arrangement of continuous assessment in terms

No. of credit of

the course

No. assessment

required

Best assessments to

be considered

2 2 2

3 3 2

4 4 3

At least one class test is taken from each section. The duration of each class

test is generally one class hour. The course teacher will determine the nature

of test items. The course teacher may take more class tests than specified

without increasing the ratio of marks. Teacher should promptly provide

feedback of the class test either by showing the answer scripts to the students

or any other way explaining their mistakes done in the answer script. When a

student repeats a course for which he/she obtained F grade in previous term

he/she may be allowed to repeat the continuous assessment to improve the

grade, but he/she has to apply to the Head through concerned course teacher

within 20 working days from the beginning of the term. However, the marks

of class attendance and participation will be taken from the previous records.

For a theory course of each term-final examination each question is divided

two sections ‘A’ and ‘B’ following syllabus of the course. Two question

setters will set two questions over two sections. After receiving the question-

papers the examination committee (EC) chairman will make arrangement for

moderation of question-papers. Each examiner evaluates one section as

determined by the concerned EC.


Thesis evaluation:

A thesis is evaluated by two examiners, one is research supervisor and other

isinternal examiner appointed among the faculties of the Discipline. A thesis

is evaluated on the basis of the following marks distribution-

Table 6: The distribution marks for thesis/project:

Description Marks

Supervisor contact 10

Evaluation 60

Viva-voce 30

Total 100

Each examiner will evaluate the thesis out of 60 marks and the average

marks will be considered for grading. However, when the marks given by

the examiners vary 20% or more, third examiner is to be appointed by the

concerned examination committee and average of the closest two numbers

are averaged and use for grading. However, if the marks given by the third

examiner happen to stand at the middle of the first two examiners, the

average of the three is considered for grading.

Grading system and grading scale:

The total performance of a student in a course is scaled in a grading scale as

following:

Table 7: Grading Scale

Numerical Grade Letter Grade Grade Point

80% and above A (plus) 4.00

75% to less than 80% A (regular) 3.75

70% to less than 75% A (minus) 3.50

65% to less than 70% B (plus) 3.25

60% to less than 65% B( regular) 3.00

55% to less than 60% B (minus) 2.75

50% to less than 55% C 9plus) 2.50

45% to less than 50% C (regular) 2.25

40% to less than 45% D 2.00

Less than 40% F 0.00

Incomplete I

Withdrawn W

Continuation of project or thesis X

Assessment tools:

Theory courses

A range of assessment tools is available to adapt. Depending upon the

circumstances, time frame, course content, level of knowledge and purpose

of the course any one or preferably any combination from the following

types can be chosen to be tool by the course teacher.

A. Class room assessment (It is a process of knowing how

much learners have experienced in your class. Class

room assessment does not intend to grade students, it is

only useful in evaluating the effectiveness of teaching so

that instructor can change the way and mode of future

teaching in a more effective way.)

B. Written examination

a. Essay question (Elaborate or broad type question is

popularly termed as essay type question. It measures

student’s attitude, values and opinions and ability to

compose answer presented in prose)

b. Short question (Short questions deserve more merit,

more validity and more reliability. Keeping no option

and tight time allocation in short questions increases

the rigidity of evaluation.)

c. Objective question (The generic name ‘objective

questions’ encompasses a variety of test formats such

as Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ), True-False, Fill

in the blanks, Matching etc. The tool has gained much

popularityto test over large course content

meticulously.)

C. Viva voce(Face-to-face interaction between student and

examiner(s) brings an excellent opportunity to examine

interactive skills apart from language proficiency which

cannotbe judged by any other way. Usually practical

examination obligatorily followed by oral assessment.

Thesisis also defended by this kind of assessment. The

following would improve the consistency of the

examiner:


1. use of structured marking sheets or rating form

2. employ 3-6 members for a viva board in

general

3. call student one by one

4. make several shorter session rather than one

longer session

5. give same length of time for each student

6. mark independently by the examiner and finally

collate

7. avoid bias due to differences in student’s and

examiner’s age, sex, appearance, religion,

regionalism , ideology and ethnicity

D. Dissertation(Preparation of dissertation is a partial

requirement for graduation)

We acknowledge even up to 20% difference for the

same between two examiners. This great difference can

be reduced by following some important criteria for

evaluating thesis, term paper or scientific paper, which

are as follows:

Title:It should be correct, complete, and comprehensive,

and reflect objectives. Keywords in title should be

arranged in accordance with importance. Vague words and

unnecessary words (deadwoods) should be avoided in title.

Abstract: Should include purpose, methods, principal

results and concluding remarks in brief. It should be

independent, and should not include formula, figure, and

references in it.

Introduction: Should lead to the problem, giving “general

to specific” information, filling the knowledge gap and

motivating the reader. It should include background

information, statement of problem,

importance/justification of the research, exiting body of

knowledge, concluding remarks and correct & specific

objectives.

Methodology:Should beappropriate (for the research),

repeatable (detail enough for reproduction), and

chronologically described. It should include:

1. Place, time & duration of the study

2. Design of research/ selection of attributes

3. Research materials/instruments used

4. Lay-out or experimental design

5. Population & sampling for collecting data

6. Operation of the research (mainly procedures)

7. Recording/ collecting data (measurement etc.)

8. Analysis of data & Statistical methods used

Results & Discussion: Should be stated in logical order, fulfilling

the objectives, highlighting major findings, and avoiding hanging

references and duplication of data presentation. This section should

be comprehensive. It should include:

1. Tables, figures for data presentation (appropriateness in its

form)

2. Sub-headings & topic/lead sentence used

3. Explanation/justification of results

4. Comparison and contrast with other works (ref used)

5. Mention of any limitations or shortcomings

6. Conclusion with summary of evidence

7. Indication of any new possibilities of further exploration

References:Should be complete, correct and should confirm to the

style of presentation of guidelines provided.

In addition to the above-mentioned points a thesis or term paper should follow some general guidelines such as adequacy, sequencing, pace, economy of space and readability. It should also:

1. Demonstrate appropriate lay-out

2. Organize the sections/sub-sections in order

3. Broken-down into appropriate paragraphs (one

idea/para)

4. Use simple sentence structure (simple <complex

<compound)

The above-mentioned qualities of a thesis provide the

communication value of the content mainly. However, it is

important to keep in mind that the soul of a thesis is its uniqueness,

fundamentality and creativeness. Based on discipline, nature of

work and practicality criterion of standard may differ.

For obtaining maximum reliability in assessing a thesis

1. should be examined by more than one examiner

2. sufficient time must be given to the examiner

3. anonymousness must be ensured


4. examiner must be selected from closely relevant field

of expertise

5. marking and comments are to be made very

specifically like sections by sections, points by points

E. Term paper: Term paper is a report to be written by the

students from their own experience on given topic or problem.

Assessment principles of term paper are very similar to that

described in case of dissertation.

F. Assignment:Assignment is a ‘take home’ type tool of

assessment under a particular course. Course teacher select

individual topic for individual student. Students are given

considerable time to prepare assignment gathering information

from sources like books, research reports, newspapers ,

periodicals, theses, internet etc. Through assignment writing

students have totravel over a range of available literature that

helps develop their reviewing skill. Besides it enriches

synthesizing ability and depth of knowledge of the students on

the particular area.

Following considerations seem to be worthy for a teacher in giving

and assessing assignment

1. relevance with the course

2. interesting (?) topic

3. student’s depth of knowledge

4. availability of literature

5. area of coverage in respect of weightage (marks)

6. time allocation for submission

7. outline as template

8. examination at least by two examiner

Assignment may be

1. Literature based

2. Survey based

3. Experience based

4. Experiment based

A good assignment should incorporate: i) Introduction ii) Review

iii) Discussion with appropriate illustration, picture, graphical

presentation, photograph, map etc, iv) Remarks and v) References

G. Sessional Examination:

Each course teacher may choose assessment procedure by his/her own.

However, some common assessment methods of learning outcomes of

practical courses are cited here:

1. Class room assessment,

2. Short question, objective (MCQ, T/F, Fill in the blanks,

Y/N, etc),

3. Note book assessment,

4. Herbarium assessment,

5. Presentation assessment,

6. On farm field work assessment,

7. Laboratory practice assessment,

8. Problem solving/calculation based assessment,

9. Assignment assessment,

10. Presentation assessment,

11. Identification,

12. Reporting on field visit assessment

13. Viva-voce, etc.

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