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SOLAPUR UNIVERSITY, SOLAPUR
REVISED SYLLABUS - M.Sc. I & II ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
To be implemented from year 2011-2012
M.Sc. SEMESTER - I and IV
SCHOOL OF EARTH SCIENCES, SOLAPUR UNIVERSITY, SOLAPUR. SYLLABUS OT THE M. Sc . ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
STRUCTURE OF THE COURSE
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SCHOOL OF EARTH SCIENCES, DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
SOLAPUR UNIVERSITY, SOLAPUR.
SYLLABUS OT THE M. Sc ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
STRUCTURE OF THE COURSE
SEMESTER I
COURSE CODE
SUBJECT
Hourse/
EXTERNAL
INTERNAL
Weaks
MARKS
MARKS
EST 101
GEOMORPHOLOGY
4
70
30
EST 102
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT AND ECOLOGY
4
70
30
EST 103
ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY
4
70
30
EST 104
COMPUTER APPLICATION IN EARTH SCIENCE
4
70
30
ESP 105
PRACTICAL RELATED TO EST 101 & EST 102
6
70
30
ESP 106
PRACTICAL RELATED TO EST 103 & EST 104
6
70
30
ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES IN
4
70
30
SEMESTER II
EST 201
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
EST 202
AIR POLLUTION
4
70
30
EST 203
WATER AND SOIL POLLUTION
4
70
30
EST 204
INTRODUCTIONS TO REMOTE SENSING (RS),
4
70
30
GEOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION SYSTEM (GIS)
AND GPS.
ESP 205
PRACTICAL RELATED TO EST 201 & EST 202
6
70
30
ESP 206
PRACTICAL RELATED TO EST 203 & EST 204
6
70
30
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SEMESTER III
EST 301
ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY
4
70
30
EST 302
SOLID WASTE & ENVIRONMENTAL PROBLEMS
4
70
30
4
70
30
4
70
30
ASSOCIATED
EST 303
WITH MAJOR PROJECTS
NOISE POLLUTION, INDUSTRIAL AND
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
EST 304
WASTEWATER AND GROUND WATER
POLLUTION
ESP 305
PRACTICAL RELATED TO EST 301 & EST 302
6
70
30
ESP 306
PRACTICAL RELATED TO EST 303 & EST 304
6
70
30
DISASTER MANAGEMENT & ENVIRONMENTAL
4
70
30
SEMESTER IV
EST 401
TECHNOLOGY
EST 402
ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY, ACT AND PLANNING
4
70
30
EST 403
WATERSHED MANAGEMENT
4
70
30
EST 404
DISSERTATION
4
70
30
ESP 405
PRACTICAL RELATED TO EST 401 & EST 402
6
70
30
ESP 406
PRACTICAL RELATED TO EST 403 & EST 404
6
70
30
TOTAL DURATION OF THE COURSE: 2 YEARS
Each Semester will have 1 credits (25 Marks) for- Field training for long tour / In-plant Training,/ Industrial
visits or Nature visits /Field work, data acquisition related to dissertations
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M.Sc. Environmental Sciences
Part – I
Semester- I
EST101: GEOMORPHOLOGY
(70 MARKS)
UNIT 1:
Fundamental concept in Geomorphology, nature of Geomorphology. Mechanical and
Chemical Weathering. Weathering and Soil Formation.
UNIT 2:
Concept of Erosion, Cycle of Erosion, Rejuvenation and Polycyclic relief’s.
UNIT 3:
Drainage System and Patterns.
UNIT 4:
Erosional & Depositional Landforms of Fluvial, Karst, Glacial, Aeolian and marine
environment.
UNIT 5:
Coastal Geomorphology, Classification of coast, Sea level waves and currents, Beach
process and Shoreline changes.
UNIT 6:
Tectonics of the Oceans: Tectonics and Coastal Classification, the origin of ocean water
and its implication. Lineament Analysis, Neotectonism, Plate Tectonic theory.
Internal Evaluations:
Seminar + Term Paper + Test
ESP 101: Practicals of Geomorphology
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
(30 MARKS)
(35 MARKS)
Drainage basin and morphometry.
Basin demarcation
Ordering of streams – Strahler’s and Horton methods
Relief and slope analysis – profiles and maps.
Identification of landforms on toposheets (aerial photographs and satellite imageries)
Soils: textural characteristics, study of representative soil profiles.
Internal Evaluations:
(Viva-voice + Journal + Data Evaluation)
(15 MARKS)
Reference Books :-
1. Savinder sing, Physical Geography, Prayag Pustak Bhawan, 20-A university road,
Allahabad-211002
2. Husain M ,Systematic Agricultural Geography, Rawet Publication ,jaipur,Dehli
3. Hoover E,M. Location Economic Activity ,New York ,McGraw Hill 1948
4. Rafillah,S.M. A New Approach to functional Classification of Town ,Geographer New
Dehli
5. Climatology, A.K. Barua
6. K.siddhartha,S.mukherjee, Cities urbanization and urban system, kisalaya publication
pvt. Ltd,Dehli
7. Fundamental of Geomorphology, R.J. Rice
8.
9.
10.
11.
Geomorphology, R.J. Chorley, S.A.Schumm, D.E. Sugden
Principle of geomorphology, W.D. Thornbury
Geomorphology, Majid Husain
Indian Geomorphology, H.S.Sharma
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EST 102: PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT AND ECOLOGY
(70) MARKS)
UNIT 1:
Concept of Environment, Evolution of Environment.
UNIT 2:
Lithosphere: Rock cycle, types of rocks and composition, minerals and its properties,
Brief introduction to Rock Forming Mineral Groups. Internal Structure of the Earth.
Hydrosphere: Hydrological Cycle, stages, Evolution and Composition.
Atmosphere: Structure, Composition, Evolution and Classification.
UNIT 3:
Biogeochemical cycles, Global Environmental Issues: Green House Effect, Sea Level
rise, global warming, ozone depletion, acid rain.
UNIT 4:
Concepts in Ecology, Environmental factors (Biotic and Abiotic) Ecological adaptations,
Auto ecology of species, Population Ecology, habitat ecology.
UNIT 5:
Concepts and Principles of Ecosystem, Development and Evolution of ecosystem, Fresh
water, Marine and Terrestrial Ecosystems. Ecological Pyramid, Ecological Organisms
and Biotic Community.
UINT 6:
Bio-diversity concept, Wildlife management and conservation. Protected Areas Network
in India: Goals of management, Strategies for planning. Factors influencing wildlife
management such as habitats, population, behavior, food-habits, health, etc., tools for
data collection and analysis. Human land-use and wildlife management units, important
projects for the conservation of wildlife in India, Role of local communities in wildlife
management.
Internal Evaluations:
Seminar + Term Paper + Test
ESP 102: Practicals of Physical Environment & Ecology
(30 MARKS)
(35 MARKS)
1. Megascopic properties of Minerals.
2. Classification and identification of minerals (Museum specimens).
3. Preparation of a climatic maps and diagrams.
4. Identification of Rocks and specimens.
5. Estimation of Biomass production of grassland
6. Frequency and relative frequency distribution
7. Study of Density & Relative density of Grass land species.
8. Productivity estimation. (Primary, NPP & GPP)
Internal Evaluations:
(Viva-voice + Journal + Data Evaluation)
(15 MARKS)
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Reference Books :
1) Fundamentals of Ecology:- E.P. Odum, Revised Edition 1995-96 Edition 2003.
2) The Biological diversity Act 2002 and Biological diversity rules 2004 :- National Biodiversity
Authority INDIA. 475, 9th South cross street, Kalpalocwar Nagar, Neelangarai Chennai – 600041.
3) Biodiversity and Environment:- S.K. Agarwal, S. Tiwari and P.s. Dubey, 1996.
4) Concept of Ecology :- E.J. Koromondy, 1996, Concept of modern Biology Series, Prentice Hall.
5) Biodiversity Measurement and Estimation :- D.L. Hawks worth Director international Mycological
Institute Surrey, UK, Published:- Chapman & Hall, Condou New York, Tokyo, Madras.
6) Ecology and Environment :- P.D. Sharma, 1994.
7) Biodiversity Conservation:- Global agreements and nationational concems. RAMSAR sites CBD,
Ouarantine, Regulation, National terety pdicy Biodiversity Act wild life Act.
8) Environmental Science :- Daniel Botkin and Edward Kelter, John Wiley and Sons, NewYork.
9) Environmental Science :- Eldon d. Enger and Bradley F. Smith, WCB Publishers; Boston.
10) Ecology 2000 :- Sir Edmand Hillary.
11) Manual for field scology :- R. Mishra.
12) Modern Concepts of Ecology :- H.D. Kumar.
13) Fundamentals of Ecology:- Dash M.C. Tata McGraw Hill. Pub. Co-Ltd. New Delhi.
14) Ecology and Environment :- P.W. Sharma Rastogi Publications, Meerut.
15) Principals of Environmental Biology :- P.K.G. Nair, Himalaya Pub. House, Delhi.
16) Environmental Science :- Enger, Smith, Smith W.M.C, Brown. Company Publication
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EST103:
ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY
(70 MARKS)
UNIT 1:
Concept and Scope of Environmental Chemistry. Environmental Segments Chemistry of
Environmental segments.
UNIT 2:
Fundaments of Environmental chemistry – Stiochiometry, Gibbs’ Energy, Chemical
potential, chemical equilibria, acid – base reaction, solubility products, solubility of gases
in water, carbonate system, unsaturated and saturated hydrocarbons, radionuclides.
UNIT 3:
Chemistry of Various Organic and Inorganic Compounds. Carcinogenic compounds and
their effects. Surfactants: Cationic, anionic and nonionic detergents, modified detergents.
Synthetic Polymers: Microbial decomposition, polymer decay, ecological and
consideration, Photosensitize additives. Lead and its compounds : Physical and chemical
properties, behavior, human exposure, absorption, influence.
UNIT 4:
Pesticides: Classification, degradation, analysis, pollution due to pesticides and DDT
problems. Chemistry of Corrosive and metallic compounds.
UINT 5 :
Classification of Industrial Pollutants, Chemical characteristics of waste water, heavy
metals, soaps & detergents, asbestos & food additives, chemistry of pollutants from pulp
& paper mill, sugar & starch industries, textile, cement & pharmaceutical industries.
Destruction of hazardous substances – Acid halides – and anhydrides, alkali metals,
cyanides and cyanogens bromides, chromium, halogenated compounds.
UNIT 6:
Toxic chemicals in the environment: Atmospheric toxicants; Toxic heavy metals;
Solvents and other organic chemicals; Petroleum and other related compounds;
Carcinogens; Assessment of toxicity; Assessment of environmental risks; Chemistry of
toxic chemical and hazardous substances in the environment.
Internal Evaluations:
Seminar + Term Paper + Test
(30 MARKS)
ESP 103: Practical Environmental Chemistry
(35 MARKS)
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2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Selection of sampling sites and collection of methods of samples.
Determination of pH, Electrical conductivity, turbidity, odour and colour.
Determination of TS, TDS and TSS.
Determination of Acidity and Alkalinity.
Determination of Chlorides
Determination of Hardness
Determination of Dissolved oxygen.
Study of phytoplankton’s and zooplanktons
Internal Evaluations:
(Viva-voice + Journal + Data Evaluation)
(15 MARKS)
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Reference Books:
1) Environmental Chemistry :- A.K. De, Wiley eastern Ltd, 1987.
2) Environmental Chemistry:- R.C. Rasswell, Edward Armold press 1980.
3) Fundamentals of Environmental Chemistry:- Stanley E. Manahan.
4) Demalogy:- Wetzel
5) Photo chemistry & spectroscology:- J.P. Simmons Wiley 1971.
6) Fundamentals of Photo chemistry:- K.K. Rohatgi-Mukherjee.
7) Environmental Chemistry:- B.K. Sharma.
8) Elements of Environmental Chemistry.:- H.V. Jadhav, Himalya Publication House
9) Environmental Chemistry:- B.K. Sharma and H.kaur, Krishan Prakashan Meia (p) Ltd.
10) Environmental Pollution analysis:- S.M. Khopkar, New Age, International.
11) Environmental Chemistry :- A.K. De. Wiley Interscience.
12) Environmental Chemical Analysis:- Lain L. Marr, Mallelm S. Cresser, international text book
company, USA.
13) Dimndogy : Wetgel
14) Environmental Geology :- K.S. Valdiya Indian. Context Tata Mcgraw Hill Pub. Co, New Delhi, 1987.
15) Environmental Geology :- Barbara, Wim, Brain, J.S. Stephen, C.P. John Wiley & Sens. Inc.
16) Environmental Geology :- Cundgran, Lawrence Prentice Hall.
17) I-Geology in Env. Planning :- Howard, A.D., and Remson, McGraw. Hill, New York 1978.
18) Env. Geology :- Kellev.
19) Natural hazards :- Alexander.
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EST104: COMPUTER APPLICATION IN EARTH SCIENCE
(70 MARKS)
UNIT 1:
History of computer, Basics of computers- An introduction to computers,
development of computers, Hardware and Software. Fundamentals of computers
– Operating systems, Input to the computers, Storage devices, central processing
unit, Computer output, Compact Disk Cartridges, Floppies, pen drives, etc.
UNIT 2:
Personal Computers- Data communication and networks – Application software,
word processing, spread sheets, Data management and graphics. Data Base
Management System, Multimedia. General Idea about the networking, LAN,
WAN, databases, etc
UNIT 3:
Use of information technology in environmental studies, Definition, scope of information
technology, history and present status of information technology, application of IT in
environmental protection. Environmental sciences and the Internet.
UNIT 4:
Computer applications, technology and futuristic for environmental sciences. Use of
standard software’s for representing various data in graphs, diagrams, charts etc.
UNIT 5:
Website Design, Introduction to Bio informatics – scope, tools and applications.
Application of Computer in Earth Sciences - Geoinformatics, Geology, Geography,
hydrology, Environment or in thematic map preparation and modeling.
Internal Evaluations:
Seminar + Term Paper + Test
(30 MARKS)
ESP 104: Practicals of Computer Application in Earth Sciences
(35 MARKS)
1. Presentation of data by graphic methods: histogram, frequency curve, cumulative frequency
curve on simple arithmetic and log probability scales.
2. MS –Word - Report, typing, files.
3. MS-Access - Database management system
4. MS-excel - Line, Bar, Pie, Scatter.
Internal Evaluations:
(Viva-voice + Journal + Data Evaluation)
(15 MARKS)
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Reference Books:•
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Principles of GIS for Land Resources Assessment by P.A. Burrough, Oxford : Science
publications, 1986.
Geographic Information Systems – An introduction by Tor Bernhardsen, John Wiley and Sons,
Inc, New York, 2002.
GIS – A computing Perspective by Micheal F. Worboys, Taylor & Francis, 1995
Introduction to computer and operating system – sharada sahasrabudhe ,pune
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Elmasri R. and Navathe S.B., “Fundamentals of Database Systems”, Benjamin/Cummings
Publishing Co. Inc.(Addison-Wesley world student series), 2002
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Trembley J.P. and Sirenson P.G., “An Introduction to Data Structures with Applications”, Tata
McGraw-Hill.
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Date C.J., “An Introduction to Database Systems”, Vol-I, Addison-Wesley.
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A.Silberschatz, H.F.Korth and S.Sudarshan, “Database System Concepts”, McGraw-Hill
International Editions, Computer Science Series.
* 1 credits (25 Marks) forField training for long tour / In- plant Training,/ Industrial visits or Nature vists Field work
related to dissertations.
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M.Sc Environmental Sciences
Part – I
Semester – II
EST 201: ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(70 MARKS)
UNIT 1:
Sampling :- Sample preparation, methods of sample pre - treatment, standard calibration,
sample classification by size and analyses level, limits of trace analysis, preservation,
storage and processing of air, liquid ( Water) and Solid (Soil) samples, Separation and
sampling techniques- precipitation, fractional crystallization, fractional distillation,
solvent extraction etc.
UNIT 2:
Introduction to separation techniques, Lamberts and Beers law, neutron activation
analysis, Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS), Flame photometry, inductively
couple plasma emission spectroscopy. X-ray Fluorescence, Non-dispersive IR
Spectroscopy (NDIR), UV- Visible spectrophotometer, High performance liquid
chromatography (HPLC), colorimeter, potentiometer, Gas chromatography, NMR
and MASS spectroscopy.
UNIT 3:
Sampling methods, Data collection and recording. Data structure in
Environmental statistics, Statistical Methods: Measures of central tendency,
Measures of dispersion, Kurtosis, Skewness, regression, Hypothesis testing,
Pearson and other correlation coefficients, probability Distribution.
UNIT 4:
Experimental designs. Statistical tests and Models for Pollution monitoring and
abatement (air, water, soil, waste), Air Quality Index. Difference among means:
F-test: 1 way ANOVA; F-test: 2 ways ANOVA.
Internal Evaluations:
Seminar + Term Paper + Test
(30 MARKS)
ESP 201: Practicals of Analytical Techniques in Environmental Sciences (35 MARKS)
1. Analysis of water, soil, plant through Spectrophotometer, AAS, Colorimeter, and flame
photometer.
2. Find the outcomes from the given samples (water, air, soil and plant) through statistical methods
–
1. Measures of central tendency
2. Dispersion
3. Probability and various test and models.
Internal Evaluations:
(Viva-voice + Journal + Data Evaluation)
(15 MARKS)
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Reference Books :
1. Environmental Chemistry : B. K. Sharma and H. Kaur.
2. Elements of Environmental Chemistry : H. V. Jadhav
3. Environmental Chemistry : S. K. Banerji
4. Environmental Chemistry : J. W. Moore and E. A. Moore
5. Destruction of hazards Chemicals in the Laboratory : G. Lunn and E. B. Sansone
6. A text book of Environmental Chemistry and Pollution Control : S. S. Dara
7. Instrumental Methods of Analysis : G. W. Ewing
8. Instrumental Methods of Analysis : Chatwal and Anand
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EST 202: AIR POLLUTION
(70 MARKS)
UNIT 1:
Meteorology- atmospheric structure, stability, variation of wind, temperature & water
vapor, turbulence, plume size, plume diffusion & trappings, topographic effects,
estimation of atmospheric dispersion & diffusion.
UNIT 2:
Global climatic effects- Urban climatic changes, inversion phenomena, greenhouse
effects, fog, smog, acid rains, national and international level discussions on the climate
change, carbon credit system, clean development mechanism.
UNIT 3:
Air Pollutants, types of air pollutants, effects of air pollutants on man, plants, animals and
structures. Environmental indices, air quality standards, biological indicators of air
pollution.
UNIT 4:
Air pollution control methods, Air monitoring survey network- sitting criteria, principles
& techniques for ambient & stack monitoring and sampling.
UNIT 5:
Environmental impact assessment studies on air pollution in sitting industries. Air
pollution episodes and disasters.
Internal Evaluations:
Seminar + Term Paper + Test
(30 MARKS)
ESP 202: Practicals of Air Pollution
(35 MARKS)
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Study of Air micro flora.
Identification of morphological characteristics of aero-microorganisms.
Collection and analysis of metrological data – Temperature, wind, solar radiation, rain
fall, pressure and humidity.
Analysis of air samples from different locations.
Estimation of RSPM, SPM, Sox, NOx etc.
Estimation of dust falls by slide and beaker method.
Internal Evaluations:
(Viva-voice + Journal + Data Evaluation)
(15 MARKS)
Reference Books:
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2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
The Atmosphere : An Introduction to Meteorology : Frederic K. Lutgen, E.J.Tarbuck
Introduction to Weather and Climate : Trewartha
Introduction to Climatology for Tropics : Ayoade J. O.
General Climatology : Critichfield H. J.
Climatology : Fundamentals and Applications : Mater J. R.
Climatology, Selected applications : Oiver J. E.
Environmental Chemistry : B. K. Sharma and H. Kaur.
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EST 203: Water & Soil Pollution
(70 MARKS)
UNIT 1:
Hydrosphere hydrological cycle, atmospheric water interaction between atmosphere &
hydrosphere. Sources of water, utility of waters and water budget.
UNIT 2:
Properties and structure of water and ice, Characteristics of water and Potability. Sources
and types of water pollution, pollutants. Eutrophication and its effects.
UNIT 3:
Effects of pollution on water quality, aquatic fauna & flora, human. Process of
Bioaccumulation, Biomagnification and toxicity levels. Water quality standards. Case
studies on water pollution.
UNIT 4:
Soil chemistry, importance of soil, composition, formation of soil and Factors affecting
on soil quality. Soil nutrients- micro and macronutrients. Soil erosion and soil salinity.
UNIT 5:
Concept of Soil pollution, Sources, types of pollutants and pollution. Effects of soil
pollutants and effect of modern agro technology on quality of soil. Control of soil
pollution. Physical, chemical and biological methods of soil reclamation. Case studies of
soil pollution.
Internal Evaluations:
Seminar + Term Paper + Test
(30 MARKS)
ESP 203: Practicals on water and soil pollution
(35 MARKS)
9. Determination of COD and BOD.
10. Estimation of Free Caron dioxide (CO2)
11. Estimation of Residual Chlorine.
12. Estimation of chloride from water samples
13. Estimation of TKN
14. Estimation of oil and grease
15. Estimation of heavy metals from water samples.
16. Estimation of WHC.
17. Soil texture and soil profile.
18. Study of physico-chemical parameters of soil.
19. Estimation of soil nutrients (NPK)
11. Estimation of organic mater.
Internal Evaluations:
(Viva-voice + Journal + Data Evaluation)
(15 MARKS)
Reference Books:
1. Environmental Chemistry : B. K. Sharma and H. Kaur.
2. Elements of Environmental Chemistry : H. V. Jadhav
3. Environmental Chemistry : S. K. Banerji
4. Environmental Chemistry : J. W. Moore and E. A. Moore
5. Destruction of hazards Chemicals in the Laboratory : G. Lunn and E. B. Sansone
6. A text book of Environmental Chemistry and Pollution Control : S. S. Dara
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EST 204: INTRODUCTIONS TO REMOTE SENSING (RS), GEOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION
SYSTEM (GIS)
AND GPS.
(70 MARKS)
UNIT 1:
Introduction, History, development, of Remote sensing in World and India, stages of
remote sensing, EMR & EMR spectrum, EMR Quantities, Energy sources and radiation
principles, Theories of EMR, Concept of Energy interactions in the atmosphere, energy
Black body, atmospheric windows and types of remote sensing interactions with the earth
surface features, Spectral reflectance of vegetation, Soil and water.
UNIT 2:
Aerial photography- Types, Geometry, Scale, Height and Process of Aerial Photograph,
basic requirement of Aerial Photograph, planning & execution of photographic flight,
aerial cameras, relief displacement, stereo vision, stereo model & stereoscope, parallax &
parallax measurement. Platform: Ground based, air-borne, space-borne, Orbit:
Geostationary satellite and polar orbiting satellite, Sensor: Types of sensor and cameras,
processes of sensor & its characteristics, Whiskbroom and Pushbroom cameras.
UNIT 3:
Techniques of interpretation - Aerial photo interpretation, satellite image interpretation,
Recognition elements: Tone, Color, Texture, Pattern, Shape, Size and associated features
UNIT 4:
Introduction to GIS, Definition, historical evolution, components, objectives, basic
concept, need, scope, overview of GIS application areas. Data Structure, Types and
Models - Raster and vector data structure, fundamental of data storage: block code, run
length code, chain code, quad tree, advanced data model: Grid model, TIN model,
Network model, Relational model, Vector data type: point, line, polygon, Digital
Elevation Model (DEM), Need, methods, data sources and products of DEM, Digital
Terrain Modeling (DTM) – Input verification, storage and methods of data analysis for
spatial modeling – Methods of GIS and spatial interpolation.
UNIT 5:
Global Positioning System (GPS): Main segments, nature and sources of errors in GPS
signals, differential GPS.
Internal Evaluations:
Seminar + Term Paper + Test
(30 MARKS)
ESP 204: Practicals on Introductions to Remote Sensing, GIS and GPS (35 MARKS)
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Determination of photo scale and height determination from aerial photograph.
Use of Lens stereoscope and Mirror stereoscope, Determination of vertical exaggeration, Use
of Parallax Bar for height calculation from aerial photographs, Calculation of scale of the
photographs.
Interpretation of aerial photograph and satellite imagery PAN, LISS, WiFS, OCM, ETM,
TM, MSS.
Application of various imageries.
Introduction to AutoCAD, Scale, rubber sheeting, Drawing tool ,Modify tool, Building
topology, measuring distance and area, linking attribute data with geographical feature, Data
Conversion – Vector to Raster, Raster to Vector, query, analysis, Export and Import data in
Auto-CAD.
Arc – GIS - ArcMAP, ArcCatlog,, ArcToolbox, Rectify, Resampling, Coordinate systems &
map projections, Linking feature & attributes, Geodatabase, metadata, Querying maps,
Working with table , join and relates, Reports, Graph, Geoprocessing and Network Analysis
GPS handling ,path tracing, location set
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Internal Evaluations:
(Viva-voice + Journal + Data Evaluation)
(15 MARKS)
Reference Books :
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2.
3.
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Fundamentals of Remote Sensing: George Joseph
Remote Sensing and Image Interpretation: Lillesand & Keifer.
Manual of Remote Sensing: ASP Falls Church Virginia USA.
Physical aspects of Remote Sensing: PJ Curran.
Remote Sensing Principles and Interpretation: F.F. Sabins.
Introduction to Remote Sensing: J.B. Campbell.
Remote sensing Models and methods for image processing by Robert A. Schowengerdt,
second edition, 1997, Academic Press
Concepts and Techniques of Geographic Information Systems CP Lo Albert K W Yeung,
2005 Prantice Hall of India.
Principles of GIS for Land Resources Assessment by P.A. Burrough, Oxford : Science
publications, 1986.
Geographic Information Systems – An introduction by Tor Bernhardsen, John Wiley and
Sons, Inc, New York, 2002.
GIS – A computing Perspective by Micheal F. Worboys, Taylor & Francis, 1995.
Remote Sensing and Image Interpretation by Thomas M. Lillesand and Ralph W. Kiefer,
John Wiley and Sons Inc., New York, 1994.
Geographical Information Systems – Principles and Applications, Volume I edited by David
J. Maguire, Micheal F Goodchild and David W Rhind, John Wiley Sons. Inc., New York
1991.
Geographical Information Systems – Principles and Applications, Volume II edited by
David J. Maguire, Micheal F Goodchild and David W Rhind, John Wiley Sons. Inc., New
York 1991.
* 1 credits (25 Marks) forField training for long tour / In- plant Training,/ Industrial visits or Nature vists Field work
related to dissertations.
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M.Sc. Environmental Science
PART – II
Semester – III
EST 301:
ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY
(70 Marks)
UNIT 1:
Definition , classification, origin & general nature of toxicants in environmental
factor affecting toxicity, nutritional & non-nutritional food supplements & their
effects mutagenesis, teratogenesis , carcinogenesis, hellucinogens, phytotoxins, &
animal toxins. Toxic response of different body system like Respiration,
Gastrointestinal tract, Liver, Kidney, Immune system, Reproductive system.
Effects of toxicants on ecosystem.
UNIT 3:
Microorganisms and the structure of ecosystems. The types of microorganisms in
Ecosystems. Microbiology of extreme environments Surfaces & Biofilms,
Microbial mats. Applications of microorganism, Role of microorganisms in the
production process of products medicines (Pharmaceuticals) organic acids, amino
acids, Enzymes, fuels, Alcoholic beverages, Enhanced recovery of metals,
petroleum products.
UNIT 4:
Microorganisms and food spoilage. Microbial examinations of food. Food
processing and methods of preservation . Preservation alternatives. Microbial
examination of milk & dairy products. Important fermented food. Disease and
foods. Microorganisms as sources of food. Control of microorganisms by physical
and chemical agents.
UNIT 5:
Concept & role of biotechnology in Environmental Science. Use of biotechnology
in pollution control & nature protection. Genetic Engineering, tissue culture &
other technology in biodegradation of hazardous waste. Biotechnology in Agroindustry & forestry. Microbial degradation of chemical pesticides, use of
biopesticides. Use of biotechnology in innovative practice such as organic
farming, biofertiliers, aquaculture, apiculture, sericulture.
Internal Evaluations: Seminar + Term Paper + Test ESP 301:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
(30 MARKS) Practicals on Environmental Toxicology
(35 MARKS)
Do’s and Don’ts in micro lab.
Study of MPN from water samples.
Study of SPC.
Study media preparation and different techniques of inoculation
Morphological characteristics of microorganisms.
Isolation of phosphate solubilising microorganism from soil.
Measurement of toxicology of heavy metals in laboratory.
Microbial techniques – neutralization and Aseptic techniques using Autoclave.
Growth curve of microbial culture
Internal Evaluations: 18
(Viva‐voice + Journal + Data Evaluation) (15 MARKS) Reference Books:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
Environmental Sciences - Jackson and Jackson
Environmental Sciences - Tuckeer (1990)
Introduction to Environmental Chemistry – A.K.De
The Chemistry and Microbiology of pollution – I.S. Higgins and R.G. Burns, Academic press,
London 1975.
Statistical Methods for Environment and Agricultural Sciences – Bidgelli Hossien
Pollution control in process industries – S.P.Mahajan. Tata McGraw Hill pub. New Delhi.
Environmental Toxicology - David wright and Pamela Wellboura, Cambridge.
Ecotoxicology – F.Moriarty, Academic press -1998.
Environment and Health – Anthony I. Rowland & Paul Cooper, 3rd edition -1989.
Applied Eco-toxicology – Jorg Rombke & Johann F. Moltmann edition -1996.
EST 302: SOLID WASTE & ENVIRONMENTAL PROBLEMS ASSOCIATED
MAJOR PROJECTS
(70 MARKS)
WITH
UNIT 1:
Concept of solid waste, Types and classification of solid waste, effects of solid waste
generation on quality of air, water and public health. Need of Solid Waste
management, Technical approach for solid waste management. Disposal, recovery
and recycling of organic waste. Solid waste treatment compaction, dewatering,
briquette, size reduction, separation of organic and inorganic i.e. removal of metals
like iron, solid waste loading, collection transport and storage. 3R Principle.
UNIT 2:
Solid waste disposal methods solid waste reuse. Recycling and incineration, pyrolisis,
biogas generation, solid waste as a source of raw material i.e. light weight bricks from
fly ash, composting etc. Act and rules for Solid waste management. Case studies on
solid wastes.
19
UNIT 3:
Hazardous waste, types of hazardous waste and its classification. Biomedical waste,
Management of hazardous wastes.
UNIT 4:
Radioactive waste and pollution – concept, sources, types and possible hazardous of
radioactive substances, measurement of radiation intensity. Monitoring and control of
radiation pollution. Effects of radioactive waste pollution on environment and impact
radiation on life.
Internal Evaluations: Seminar + Term Paper + Test ESP 302:
Projects.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
(30 MARKS) Practicals on Solid waste & Environmental Problems Associated with major
(35 MARKS)
Physical composition of solid waste / refuse
Physical characterization of solid waste / refuse.
Construct the composting pit.
Construct the pit for vermiculture.
EIA methods in Solid waste disposal- Leopold matrix and overlay.
Study of biogas plant.
Determination of soluble and insoluble fraction in community solid waste.
Internal Evaluations: (Viva‐voice + Journal + Data Evaluation) (15 MARKS) Reference Books :
1. Environmental Management of Solid waste – Wim Salomons & S.U.Forstner.
2. The Global Ecology handbook – Walter H. Corson Beacon Press Boston -1990
3. Handbook of Environmental risk Assessment and Management- Peter Calow Blackwell Science
Ltd. 1998.
4. National Disaster – David Alexander, UCL Press London, U.K. 1993.
5. Developing the Environment Problems and Management – C.J.Barrow
6. Environmental Impact Assessment and Management – Hosetti B.B. and Kumar Darya, Pub.
House New Delhi- 1998.
7. Environmental Issues and Threats – S.K. Agarwal, APH Publishing Corporation 1997.
20
EST 303: NOISE POLLUTION, INDUSTRIAL AND OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
(70 MARKS)
UNIT 1:
Concept of Noise/ sound , characteristics & sound waves, Character & anatomy of
sound. Noise measurement, theory concept, acoustic pressure, loudness, intensity.
UNIT 2:
Religious festivals and noise, National & International standards of noise. Sources
and effects of noise on plants, animals and human beings. Control of noise at
source industrial control, prevention of public noise, community noise control.
UNIT 3:
Introduction to health & environment perspectives & concern. Health hazard
identification & Health risks, Health risk management, occupational health,
industrial hygiene. Patterns of environmental & health status in urban & rural
India.
UNIT 4:
Hazards in chemical plant-Material handling hazards –classification of hazardous
chemical their storage and safe keeping. Industrial safety legislation, Acts and
Rules, Safety standards and codes. Safety policy-safety organization &
responsibilities and authorities of different levels. Accident sequence theory,
causes of accident, accident prevention & control techniques. Plant safety
inspections, job safety analysis and Investigations of accidents.
UNIT 5:
Industrial hygiene: Environmental stress: - Physical, chemical biological
ergonomic stresses, principals of Industrial hygiene. Threshold limits value,
control measures. Different physical agents & their Protective measures.
21
Internal Evaluations: Seminar + Term Paper + Test ESP 303:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
(30 MARKS) Practicals on Noise pollution, Industrial and Occupational Health.
(35 MARKS)
Measurement of Noise by Noise Level Meter.
Calculation of Noise levels from different locations
Study of safety measures in industries.
Estimation of polyphenol from affected plant leaves.
Estimation of vanadium from plant leaves.
Estimation of Zn, Cu, Ni, Fe, and Al.
Environmental Management system for environmental safety. E.g. Mines &
Industries.
Internal Evaluations: (Viva‐voice + Journal + Data Evaluation) (15 MARKS) Reference Books:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Environmental Sciences - Jackson and Jackson
Environmental Sciences - Tuckeer (1990)
Introduction to Environmental Chemistry – A.K.De
Environmental Problems and solution – D.K. Asthana, and Meera Asthana.
Environmental Pollution: Atmosphere, Land, Water and Noise – Thomas William.
Fundamentals of Air pollution – P.K.Goel.
Environment and Health – Anthony I.Rowand Paul Cooper, 3rd edition 1989.
22
EST 304: WASTEWATER AND GROUND WATER POLLUTION
(70 MARKS)
UNIT 1:
Wastewater characteristics, water system, waste water management. Collection &
conveyance of sewage. Wastewater flow rate, Natural methods of wastewater
disposal.
UNIT 2:
Unit operations for wastewater treatment. Preliminary treatment. Sedimentation &
chemical clarification. Biological treatment – I, II, & III, Treatment & Disposal of
sludge. Tertiary, Advanced wastewater treatments technologies and Green
technological in water treatment. Use of solar radiation in Industrial effluent
treatment, solar detoxification process and micro-screening.
UNIT 3:
Industrial wastewater treatment, Concept and role of ETP, STP, & CETP.
Septic & imhoff Tank, House drainage & rural sanitation.
UNIT 4:
Ground water pollution, sources of ground water pollution and types of pollutants.
Effects on plants, animals and on human. Control measures of ground water
pollution and case studies of ground water pollution. Sanitation practices &
related problems. Epidemics & endemics disease causes & control
Internal Evaluations: Seminar + Term Paper + Test ESP 304:
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
11)
12)
13)
14)
15)
(30 MARKS) Practicals on Wastewater and Ground Water Pollution
(35 MARKS)
Determination of permanganate value / oxygen absorbed by the water sample.
Sludge volume Index (SVI)
Jar Test
MLSS and MLVSS.
Total Kljheldhal Nitrogen (TKN) in waste water
Estimation of volatile acid in waste water.
Determination of oil & grease content from the waste water sample.
Use of different coagulants for sludge settability
Detection of heavy metals by Ring oven technique.
Estimation of CaO from sample.
Estimation of Nitrates
Estimation of Phophates
Estimation of Sulphates
Estimation of Silica.
Field visit to river, lake, water and waste water, treatment plant.
23
Internal Evaluations: (Viva‐voice + Journal + Data Evaluation) (15 MARKS) Reference Books:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Pollution control in process industries – S.P.Mahajan. Tata McGraw Hill pub. New Delhi.
Water and Waste water technology – M.J.Hammer, John Wiley A & sons, New York 1986.
Environment resources Management – Shastri
Wastewater Treatment for Pollution Control – Arcival S.J. Tata McGraw Hill Pub. New Delhi
1986.
5. Introduction to wastewater treatment process – R.S.Ramalho.
6. Current practices in Environmental Engineering. (Vol. I & II) Alam Singh and U.S. Sharma.
International Book Traders, Delhi-1997.
* 1 credits (25 Marks) for‐ Field training for long tour / In‐ plant Training,/ Industrial visits or Nature vists Field work related to dissertations. 24
M.Sc. Environmental Science
PART – II
Semester – III
EST 301:
ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY
(70 Marks)
UNIT 1:
Definition , classification, origin & general nature of toxicants in environmental
factor affecting toxicity, nutritional & non-nutritional food supplements & their
effects mutagenesis, teratogenesis , carcinogenesis, hellucinogens, phytotoxins, &
animal toxins. Toxic response of different body system like Respiration,
Gastrointestinal tract, Liver, Kidney, Immune system, Reproductive system.
Effects of toxicants on ecosystem.
UNIT 3:
Microorganisms and the structure of ecosystems. The types of microorganisms in
Ecosystems. Microbiology of extreme environments Surfaces & Biofilms,
Microbial mats. Applications of microorganism, Role of microorganisms in the
production process of products medicines (Pharmaceuticals) organic acids, amino
acids, Enzymes, fuels, Alcoholic beverages, Enhanced recovery of metals,
petroleum products.
UNIT 4:
Microorganisms and food spoilage. Microbial examinations of food. Food
processing and methods of preservation . Preservation alternatives. Microbial
examination of milk & dairy products. Important fermented food. Disease and
foods. Microorganisms as sources of food. Control of microorganisms by physical
and chemical agents.
UNIT 5:
Concept & role of biotechnology in Environmental Science. Use of biotechnology
in pollution control & nature protection. Genetic Engineering, tissue culture &
other technology in biodegradation of hazardous waste. Biotechnology in Agroindustry & forestry. Microbial degradation of chemical pesticides, use of
biopesticides. Use of biotechnology in innovative practice such as organic
farming, biofertiliers, aquaculture, apiculture, sericulture.
Internal Evaluations:
Seminar + Term Paper + Test
ESP 301:
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
(30 MARKS)
Practicals on Environmental Toxicology
(35 MARKS)
Do’s and Don’ts in micro lab.
Study of MPN from water samples.
Study of SPC.
Study media preparation and different techniques of inoculation
Morphological characteristics of microorganisms.
Isolation of phosphate solubilising microorganism from soil.
Measurement of toxicology of heavy metals in laboratory.
Microbial techniques – neutralization and Aseptic techniques using Autoclave.
Growth curve of microbial culture
25
Internal Evaluations:
(Viva-voice + Journal + Data Evaluation)
(15 MARKS)
Reference Books:
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
Environmental Sciences - Jackson and Jackson
Environmental Sciences - Tuckeer (1990)
Introduction to Environmental Chemistry – A.K.De
The Chemistry and Microbiology of pollution – I.S. Higgins and R.G. Burns, Academic press,
London 1975.
Statistical Methods for Environment and Agricultural Sciences – Bidgelli Hossien
Pollution control in process industries – S.P.Mahajan. Tata McGraw Hill pub. New Delhi.
Environmental Toxicology - David wright and Pamela Wellboura, Cambridge.
Ecotoxicology – F.Moriarty, Academic press -1998.
Environment and Health – Anthony I. Rowland & Paul Cooper, 3rd edition -1989.
Applied Eco-toxicology – Jorg Rombke & Johann F. Moltmann edition -1996.
26
EST 302: SOLID WASTE & ENVIRONMENTAL PROBLEMS ASSOCIATED WITH
MAJOR PROJECTS
(70 MARKS)
UNIT 1:
Concept of solid waste, Types and classification of solid waste, effects of solid waste
generation on quality of air, water and public health. Need of Solid Waste
management, Technical approach for solid waste management. Disposal, recovery
and recycling of organic waste. Solid waste treatment compaction, dewatering,
briquette, size reduction, separation of organic and inorganic i.e. removal of metals
like iron, solid waste loading, collection transport and storage. 3R Principle.
UNIT 2:
Solid waste disposal methods solid waste reuse. Recycling and incineration, pyrolisis,
biogas generation, solid waste as a source of raw material i.e. light weight bricks from
fly ash, composting etc. Act and rules for Solid waste management. Case studies on
solid wastes.
UNIT 3:
Hazardous waste, types of hazardous waste and its classification. Biomedical waste,
Management of hazardous wastes.
UNIT 4:
Radioactive waste and pollution – concept, sources, types and possible hazardous of
radioactive substances, measurement of radiation intensity. Monitoring and control of
radiation pollution. Effects of radioactive waste pollution on environment and impact
radiation on life.
Internal Evaluations:
Seminar + Term Paper + Test
ESP 302:
Projects.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
(30 MARKS)
Practicals on Solid waste & Environmental Problems Associated with major
(35 MARKS)
Physical composition of solid waste / refuse
Physical characterization of solid waste / refuse.
Construct the composting pit.
Construct the pit for vermiculture.
EIA methods in Solid waste disposal- Leopold matrix and overlay.
Study of biogas plant.
Determination of soluble and insoluble fraction in community solid waste.
Internal Evaluations:
(Viva-voice + Journal + Data Evaluation)
(15 MARKS)
Reference Books :
8. Environmental Management of Solid waste – Wim Salomons & S.U.Forstner.
9. The Global Ecology handbook – Walter H. Corson Beacon Press Boston -1990
10. Handbook of Environmental risk Assessment and Management- Peter Calow Blackwell Science
Ltd. 1998.
11. National Disaster – David Alexander, UCL Press London, U.K. 1993.
12. Developing the Environment Problems and Management – C.J.Barrow
13. Environmental Impact Assessment and Management – Hosetti B.B. and Kumar Darya, Pub.
House New Delhi- 1998.
14. Environmental Issues and Threats – S.K. Agarwal, APH Publishing Corporation 1997.
27
EST 303: NOISE POLLUTION, INDUSTRIAL AND OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
(70 MARKS)
UNIT 1:
Concept of Noise/ sound , characteristics & sound waves, Character & anatomy of
sound. Noise measurement, theory concept, acoustic pressure, loudness, intensity.
UNIT 2:
Religious festivals and noise, National & International standards of noise. Sources
and effects of noise on plants, animals and human beings. Control of noise at
source industrial control, prevention of public noise, community noise control.
UNIT 3:
Introduction to health & environment perspectives & concern. Health hazard
identification & Health risks, Health risk management, occupational health,
industrial hygiene. Patterns of environmental & health status in urban & rural
India.
UNIT 4:
Hazards in chemical plant-Material handling hazards –classification of hazardous
chemical their storage and safe keeping. Industrial safety legislation, Acts and
Rules, Safety standards and codes. Safety policy-safety organization &
responsibilities and authorities of different levels. Accident sequence theory,
causes of accident, accident prevention & control techniques. Plant safety
inspections, job safety analysis and Investigations of accidents.
UNIT 5:
Industrial hygiene: Environmental stress: - Physical, chemical biological
ergonomic stresses, principals of Industrial hygiene. Threshold limits value,
control measures. Different physical agents & their Protective measures.
Internal Evaluations:
Seminar + Term Paper + Test
ESP 303:
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
(30 MARKS)
Practicals on Noise pollution, Industrial and Occupational Health.
(35 MARKS)
Measurement of Noise by Noise Level Meter.
Calculation of Noise levels from different locations
Study of safety measures in industries.
Estimation of polyphenol from affected plant leaves.
Estimation of vanadium from plant leaves.
Estimation of Zn, Cu, Ni, Fe, and Al.
Environmental Management system for environmental safety. E.g. Mines &
Industries.
Internal Evaluations:
(Viva-voice + Journal + Data Evaluation)
(15 MARKS)
28
Reference Books:
1.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
7.
Environmental Sciences - Jackson and Jackson
Environmental Sciences - Tuckeer (1990)
Introduction to Environmental Chemistry – A.K.De
Environmental Problems and solution – D.K. Asthana, and Meera Asthana.
Environmental Pollution: Atmosphere, Land, Water and Noise – Thomas William.
Fundamentals of Air pollution – P.K.Goel.
Environment and Health – Anthony I.Rowand Paul Cooper, 3rd edition 1989.
29
EST 304: WASTEWATER AND GROUND WATER POLLUTION
(70 MARKS)
UNIT 1:
Wastewater characteristics, water system, waste water management. Collection &
conveyance of sewage. Wastewater flow rate, Natural methods of wastewater
disposal.
UNIT 2:
Unit operations for wastewater treatment. Preliminary treatment. Sedimentation &
chemical clarification. Biological treatment – I, II, & III, Treatment & Disposal of
sludge. Tertiary, Advanced wastewater treatments technologies and Green
technological in water treatment. Use of solar radiation in Industrial effluent
treatment, solar detoxification process and micro-screening.
UNIT 3:
Industrial wastewater treatment, Concept and role of ETP, STP, & CETP.
Septic & imhoff Tank, House drainage & rural sanitation.
UNIT 4:
Ground water pollution, sources of ground water pollution and types of pollutants.
Effects on plants, animals and on human. Control measures of ground water
pollution and case studies of ground water pollution. Sanitation practices &
related problems. Epidemics & endemics disease causes & control
Internal Evaluations:
Seminar + Term Paper + Test
ESP 304:
16)
17)
18)
19)
20)
21)
22)
23)
24)
25)
26)
27)
28)
29)
30)
(30 MARKS)
Practicals on Wastewater and Ground Water Pollution
(35 MARKS)
Determination of permanganate value / oxygen absorbed by the water sample.
Sludge volume Index (SVI)
Jar Test
MLSS and MLVSS.
Total Kljheldhal Nitrogen (TKN) in waste water
Estimation of volatile acid in waste water.
Determination of oil & grease content from the waste water sample.
Use of different coagulants for sludge settability
Detection of heavy metals by Ring oven technique.
Estimation of CaO from sample.
Estimation of Nitrates
Estimation of Phophates
Estimation of Sulphates
Estimation of Silica.
Field visit to river, lake, water and waste water, treatment plant.
Internal Evaluations:
(Viva-voice + Journal + Data Evaluation)
(15 MARKS)
30
Reference Books:
7.
8.
9.
10.
Pollution control in process industries – S.P.Mahajan. Tata McGraw Hill pub. New Delhi.
Water and Waste water technology – M.J.Hammer, John Wiley A & sons, New York 1986.
Environment resources Management – Shastri
Wastewater Treatment for Pollution Control – Arcival S.J. Tata McGraw Hill Pub. New Delhi
1986.
11. Introduction to wastewater treatment process – R.S.Ramalho.
12. Current practices in Environmental Engineering. (Vol. I & II) Alam Singh and U.S. Sharma.
International Book Traders, Delhi-1997.
* 1 credits (25 Marks) for‐ Field training for long tour / In‐ plant Training,/ Industrial visits or Nature vists Field work related to dissertations. 31
M. Sc. Environmental Science
PART – II
Semester – IV
EST 401: DISASTER MANAGEMENT & ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY
(70 MARKS)
UNIT 1:
Definition of hazard & disaster, difference between disaster & hazard,
type of hazard & disaster their causes of consequences. Man made hazard,
industrial accidents, causes & effect of Hazardous waste, toxic waste,
and chemical waste. Oil spills, land slides, Green house effect, ozone
depletion, Acid rain, changed land use practices; prevention measures,
forests & industrial fires, environmental degradation due to wars.
UNIT 2:
Natural disaster, earth quake, cyclone, floods, storms, Tsunami, draught,
Volcanoes, epidemics. Prediction indicators of disaster planning & control
of Natural disasters. National & state level planning for hazard mitigation.
Disaster management, Disaster Management Plan (DMP), social &
economic impact of natural disaster & man made hazards.
UNIT 3:
Concept, classification and Merits or Demerits of energy resources.
Present status of energy use in India & works, population and energy
demand. Energy use pattern in rural & urban area, Impact of growing
population on energy use, changing life style & energy use. Energy profile
of oil & Natural gas Indian production & Reserves, Nuclear option, Coal,
oil, Natural gas, Hydropower, Geothermal, Oceanic, wind, Biomass, Solar
and Nuclear energy.
UNIT 4:
Role of IREDA, MEDA in energy generation and environmental issue of
there energy resources. Innovative energy technologies Magneto
Hydrodynamic power generation (MHD), Fuel cells and Hydrogen gas.
Internal Evaluations:
Seminar + Term Paper + Test
(30 MARKS)
ESP 401: Practicals on Disaster management and Environmental Technology
(35 MARKS)
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
Study of wood pyrolisis.
Study of heat of combustion of a given fuel sample.
Measurement of intensity of solar radiation by sunshine recorder.
Determination of approximate chemical formula & energy content.
Mathematical Calculations on Energy
Case study / field visit hydropower, solar, biogas, wind farm etc.
Internal Evaluations:
(Viva-voice + Journal + Data Evaluation)
(15 MARKS)
32
Reference Books:
1. Environment resources Management – Shastri
2. Geomorphology in Environment Management – Cooke R.U. and J.C. Doorbkamp
Clarendon press, Oxford, Tokiyo – 1974.
3. National Disaster – David Alexander, UCL Press London, U.K. 1993.
4. Developing the Environment Problems and Management – C.J.Barrow
5. Geographic Information System – Principles and Applications, Magnire D.J. Good Child
M.F. and Rhind D.W. (Edu) Vol. II Longman London, 1991.
33
EST – 402: ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY, ACT AND PLANNING
(70 MARKS)
UNIT 1:
International Environmental policy, Stockholm conference (1972), Rio
conference (UNCED 1992) Agenda 21.International Agreements & Treaties –
Johannesburg Treaty, GAAT, CITES, Montreal protocol, Kyoto protocol.
UNIT 2:
National policy on environment – (NCEP), Tiwari committee MOEF, National
forest policy, National water policy, CPCB, & SPCB. Historical back ground of
constitutional provision. Environmental protection Articles in IPC, writ provisions
for the protection of environment.
UNIT 3:
Water (Prevention & control of pollution) Act. 1974, Air (prevention & control of
pollution) Act 1981. The environment protection Act. 1986, the forest
(conservation) Act 1980, wild be 1972, Biodiversity 2002 their aims, objectives &
major contents.
UNIT 4:
Concept & need of Public Interest Litigation (PIL), Coastal Regulation Zone
(CRZ), Environmental related provision in Public Liability Assurances Act 1991.
UNIT 5:
Environmental planning, Urban & Rural planning, Equity Environment Versus
Developments, cost benefit ratio, Intellectual Property Right (IPR), International
standard organization (ISO), Environmental Audit, methods & Risk Analysis.
Case studies of Environmental legislations.
UNIT 6:
Concept of environmental education, history of nature education in India, It’s
principle, goals, needs, objectives, gains, awareness & action through
environmental education. Environmental Journalism, print & electronic media.
Awareness among NGO’s, women’s & youth through IT in environmental
protection.
Internal Evaluations:
Seminar + Term Paper + Test
(30 MARKS)
ESP 402: Practicals on Environmental Policy, Act and Planning.
(35 MARKS)
1. Case study of environmental legislation- air, water, noise, forest and wildlife.
2. Preparation of hazard zonation maps using different types of data such as
rainfall, sesmicity etc.
3. Environmental system for environmental safety.
Internal Evaluations:
(Viva-voice + Journal + Data Evaluation)
(15 MARKS)
34
Reference Books:
1. Environmental Impact Assessment and Management – Hosetti B.B. and Kumar Darya, Pub.
House New Delhi- 1998.
2. Environmental Law – Van Nostrand Reinhold Co. J.E.Hjeer and D.J.Hagerty 1997 New York.
3. Changing Face of the planet and Environmental Law – Chitnis V.S. and Tilak R.K. Snow white
Pub. Mumbai -2001.
4. Politics, Policy and Natural Resources - Dennis L. Thompson. The free press, New York 1972.
5. The Global Ecology handbook – Walter H. Corson Beacon Press Boston -1990
6. Environmental Management – P.Khanna.
7. Environmental Policies – Sinha P.C.
8. Environmental Audit – Mhaskar A.K. Media Enviro Pune – 1998.
9. Energy Society and environment – David Elliott Routledge, London – 1997.
10. Energy and Environment in Developing countries – M.Chatterji, John Wiley and sons Chichester
– 1981.
11. Introduction to energy E.S. Carredy and P.Z. Grossman, Cambridge University Press, Cambridge
U.K. – 1998.
12. Non – conventional Energy sources – Rai G.D. Khanna pub. New Delhi – 2000.
35
EST – 403: WATERSHED MANAGEMENT
(70 MARKS)
UNIT 1:
Definition, Concepts, principals and classification in watershed management.
Rainfall and runoff, water balance approach, water budgeting, topographic
surveying, water conservation and harvesting methods – importance and
techniques.
UNIT 2:
Physical characteristics of watershed, Hydrological characteristics of watershed,
Land-use and land-cover classification, resource appraisal. Water and soil
conservation measures. (a) Drain-line treatment; (b) Area – treatment.
UNIT 3:
Goals, features and watershed as unit of sustainable development, Selection of
plant species for plantation, Organic farming and organic fertilizers. Agriculture
and water management – participatory rural appraisal in watershed programs,
community mobilization.. Social Institutions : Gram-Panchayat, Self-help Groups
for Women, Farmer. Managed small-scale irrigation systems (cooperative – Liftirrigation); Watershed Development Committees.
UNIT 4:
Entry Point Activities, Concept and Application of Watershed plus Activities.
Roof-top Water Harvesting and Watershed Development for Semi-urban Areas,
Problems of Scaling up the Watershed Approach.
UNIT 5:
Agro-forestry systems : (a) Classification; (b) Agrosilvopastoral systems; (c)
Silvopastoral systems; (d) Land Agroforestry. Silviculture, (a) Role of exotics; (b)
Ethnosilvicultural refugia. horticulture and pastureland development : (a) Role of
grasses as fodder. Multipurpose Trees. Current Developments in the Subject.
UNIT 6:
Current environmental Issues in India. Context Narmada Dam, Tehri, Almetti
Dam, Soil erosion formation & reclamation & USAR. Alkaline & saline soil,
waste land & their reclamation, desertification, water crises, wetland
conservation.
Internal Evaluations:
Seminar + Term Paper + Test
(30 MARKS)
ESP 403: Practicals on Watershed management.
(35 MARKS)
1. Study of drainage patterns, slopes and slope analysis.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Tracing of watershed and their morphological features from toposheets.
Aerial photographs and satellite imageries.
Problems in water budgeting.
Designing structures for water conservation and harvesting based on field
visits.
Internal Evaluations:
(Viva-voice + Journal + Data Evaluation)
(15 MARKS)
36
Reference Books:
1. The Environment and Science and Technology Education - A.V. Baez, G.W. Knamiller and J.C.
Smyth Pergamon Press, England 1987.
2. Socio-economic policy to better human Environment – vol.3 – Srivastava P.R.
3. Water Resources Projects and their Environment Impact – Abbasi S.A. Discovery Pub. Hous,
New Delhi 2001.
4. Current practices in Environmental Engineering. (Vol. I & II) Alam Singh and U.S. Sharma.
International Book Traders, Delhi-1997.
5. Developing the Environment Problems and Management – C.J.Barrow.
6. Wildlife wealth of India – Resource and Management – Indira Manjupuria and Ansari.
7. Suhas Paranjpe and K.J.Roy, Sustainable Technology: Making the Sardar Sarovar Project Viable.
CEE, Ahmedabad 1995.
37
EST 404: DISSERTATION
(70 MARKS)
Student will submit their independent dissertation work at the end of semester IV.
Assessment of the dissertation and internship will be based on the submitted M. Sc. dissertation
report, seminar and viva-voice examination.
Internal Evaluations:
Seminar + Term Paper + Test
ESP 404: Dissertation
(30 MARKS)
(35 MARKS)
The Internship report submitted by the student and the evaluation report by the external
supervisor.
Internal Evaluations:
(Viva-voice + Journal + Data Evaluation)
(15 MARKS)
* 1 credits (25 Marks) forField training for long tour / In- plant Training,/ Industrial visits or Nature vists Field work
related to dissertations.