Zoology

Department of Zoology

Objectives:

To create awareness on the concept of theory and practice which is the first step to understanding on Basic Sciences
To inculcate moral values in students and enrich their knowledge, understanding and interest in the subject with a readiness to challenges.
To promote a culture of research among students
To promote communication skills that students become good zoologists.
Encourage students to take part in sports and artistic activities that they cultivate varied interests.
For effective class performance encourage students to participate in group discussions, debates and seminar presentations.
It is critically important for students to be aware of current research in different areas of biology
That students are sincere and hardworking to be academically successful
That students realize their role in society as productive and meaningful
To encourage students to explore research careers.
To motivate students to prove their mettle and bring laurels to the Dept and college .

The Dept of Zoology brings in a diversity of disciplines and faculty members From teaching Cell Biology to research in field Ecology,. The founding Head, Dr Chacko, had inculcated a genuine sense of engagement and fostered an intellectual discipline. What unites every member in the Dept of Zoology is the form, function and behaviour of the animal world. With an old fashioned title, Zoology, from Invertebrates and Cell Biology to advanced and interdisciplinary subjects, our teaching areas are Biosystematics, Taxonomy and evolution, structure and function of invertebrates, Quantitative Biology, Biodiversity, Wildlife, Animal Physiology, Animal Behaviour, Biomolecules, Structural Biology, with optional ranging from Endocronology , Applied Entomology to Reproductive Technology. The Dept enjoys a special status as a Research Centre with special assistance from UGC. Some of the younger faculty participates in symposia, conferences for scientific exchanges. The Dept. has well equipped laboratories for conducting practicums for both Graduate and Post Graduate students. Our lectures are upgraded and equipped with LCD projectors. We are making all efforts to maintain the long cherished legacy of quality and performance.