MAFATLAL GAGALBHAI SCIENCE INSTITUTE

(Autonomous)

Affiliated to Gujrat University

B.Sc. in Zoology (ZOM 231T)

Course Outcomes

  • Describe the general characteristics and salient features of invertebrates across phyla.
  • Classify organisms from Kingdom to Class level with reasoning and examples. Discuss the metamorphosis in insects and its biological significance. Illustrate the anatomy of earthworm systems. Describe types and significance of the coelom and its role in invertebrate evolution.            
  • Apply knowledge of economic zoology to techniques such as induced breeding, pearl culture, and lac culture.
  • Compare types and significance of metamerism in Annelida and symmetry in invertebrates. Examine the systematic position, habits, habitat, and adaptations of Pheretima posthuma. Compare regeneration processes in annelids and echinoderms.
  • Evaluate the functional significance of structures such as body setae, blood glands, and septal nephridia.
  • Create practical solutions  for freshwater prawn culture and lac culture