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First Year Syllabus

Department of Arabic
Four-Year B.A. (Honours) Course

Effective from the Session: 20132014
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Syllabus for Four Year B.A. Honours Course
Subject: Arabic
Session: 2013-2014
FIRST YEAR
Paper Code
211201
211203
211205
211207
211209
211501
Paper Title
Al- Quràn & Al-Hadith
History of Arabic Literature (500-750 AD)
Communicative Arabic-I
Arabic Grammar (Sarf)
Islamic Ideology-I
History of the Emergence of Independent Bangladesh
Total =
Marks
100
100
100
100
100
100
600
Credits
4
4
4
4
4
4
24
Detailed Syllabus
Paper Code
Paper Title:
Marks: 100
211201
AL-Quràn & AL-Hadith
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Book Prescribed:
1.AL-Quran : Suras : Al-Nur & Al-Buruj
2.Al-Zabidi :Tajrid al Bukhari : kitab al Iman, kitab alILM, Kitab al Buyu`.
Books Recommended:
1. BmjvwgK dvDkb : Avj-KziAvb Avj Kvixg

2. gydZx gvn` kdx : gvAvwidzj KyivAvb, Abyev`- gvIjvbv gywnDwb Lvb|
3. W. gynv` gyvwdRyi ingvb : KziAvb cwiwPwZ
4. wgkKvZzj gvmvexn, (Ab~`xZ) 1g,2q I 3q L t b~i gynv` AvRgx
5. W. gynv` Avyj gvey` : Avmnve ivm~ji RxebK_v
6. b~i gynv` AvRgx : wgkKvZzj gvmvwen, (Ab~w`Z) 1g, 2q I 3q L
8. Jalaluddin al-Suyuti & Jalaluddin al-Mahalli: Tafsir Jalalayn
9. Ibn Kathir : Tafsirul-Quran al-Àzim
10. Rashid al-Shartuni : Mabadiul Arabiah
11. W. Right ; Grammar of the Arabic Language
12. Muhammad Ali Sabuni : Safwatut Tafasir
Paper Code
Paper Title:
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
211203
History of Arabic Literature (500-750 AD)
Class Hours: 60
Umayyads in North Africa & Spain

Special attention should be given to the following topics: 1. a) Poetry is the Register of the
Arabs, Anthologies of the ancient Arabian Poetry, Rawi
System, Qasida its form, Contents and general features, Muallaqat and their poets,
Beginning of Arabic prose, Saja and Mursal, al-Amthal, al-Hikam, Khutba and
Wasiyya.
b) Al-Quran al-Karim, its collection, preservation and arrangement, its style and
influence on the development of Arabic Language and Literature.
c) Al-Hadith, Collection and Compilation of Hadith Literature , al- Sihah al-Sitta, and
their Compilers.
d) Arabic Literature during the time of the Holy Prophet (s) and Khulafa al-Rashidun
(R).
e) The development of different aspects of Arabic Literature during the Umayyad period,
Chief poets and prose writers, Love ballads and Naqaid.
2. Development of Arabic literature Under the Umayyads in North Africa and Spain
Books Recommended:
1. Jurji Zaydan :
Tarikh al- Adab al-Lughat al-Arabiyya.
2. Ahmad Hasan al Zayyat : Tarikh al-Adab al-Arabi.
3. Hanna al-Fakhuri : Tarikh al-Adab al-Arabi.
4. Shawqi Dayf : Tarikh al-Adab al-Arabi.
5. Omar Farrukh : Tarikh al-Adab al-Arabi.
6. R.A. Nicholson : A Literary History of the Arabs.
7. C. Huart : History of Arabic Literature.
8. H.A.R. Gibb : Arabic Literature.
9. Ihsan Abbas : Tarikh al-Adab al-Andalusi.
10. Dr. Md. Abu Baker Siddique: A Critical Study of Abu Mansur al-Thaàlibi`s
Contribution
to Arabic Literature.
11. Av.Z.g. gymjn Dwb : Aviex mvwnZi BwZnvm|
12. mq` mvv` nvmvBb : Aviex mvwnZi BwZe|
13. W. gynv` Avyj gvey` : Avmnve ivm~ji Kve cwZfv|
14. Avym mvvi : AvaywbK Aviex mvwnZ|
15. W. Mvjvg mvg`vbx Kvivqkx : Aviex mvwnZi msw BwZnvm |
Paper Code
Paper Title:
**
Marks: 100
211205
Communicative Arabic-I
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
(D Kvmi BbKvm 20 bî Gi ga Spoken test : 10 bî evaZvgyjK)
Topics:
1.
2 .
3 .
4 .
5 .
6 .
7.
8. .
Book Prescribed:
1.Al-Arabia Lil Hayatil Yaomiyyah, First Vol. Dr. Gias Uddin. Md. Abul
Kalam Azad, Bangladesh Open University. CALP ( (1
2. cdmi W. gvnv` BDQzd: Aviex fvlvq `Zv wkv`vb cwZ
Paper Code
Paper Title:
Marks: 100
211207
Arabic Grammar (Sarf )
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Topics:

1. 2. .4 .3
. 5. 7 .6
8. . 10 .9 .

.
:
.
Books Prescribed:
1. Rasid al- Shartuni : Mabadiul Arabiah vol. 4
Paper Code
Paper Title:
211209
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Islamic Ideology-I
A. The Social System of Islam:

Particular attention should be given to the following topics:
Dignity of Man, Position of Woman, Nikah & Talaq, Duties to parents, children and neighbors,
Mosques, al-Hurriyat, al-Muwakhat, al-Mithaq, al-Adl, al-Ihsan, al-Halal, al-Haram, Akhlaq
Hasanah.
B. The Political System of Islam:
Tabligh, Jihad, Millat, Khilafat, Islamic Concept of Forms of government compared to the
modern concept.
C. The Economic System of Islam:
Riba, Bay` & Islamic Banking.
Books Recommended:
1. Muhammad Ali : The Religion of Islam.
2. Shah Waliullah : Hujjat Allah al-Baligha.
3. Gibb : Modern Trends in Islam.

4. Arnold : The Preaching of Islam.
5. Levy : H. Social Structure of Islam.
6. Khuda Baksh : Politics in Islam.
7. Majed Khadouri : War and Peace in the law of Islam.
8. A.L.Qureshi : Islam and the Theory of Interest.
9. Imam Abu Yousuf : Kitab al-Kharaj.
10. Mawardi : Kitab al-Ahkam al-Sultaniyyah.
11. Marghinani : Al-Hidayah.
12. M.A.Rahim : Islamer Arthaniti.
13. Sayed Qutub Shahid : Al-Adalat al-Ijtemaiya.
14. Igi Pvciv : Bmjvgi A_bxwZ|
15. gvIjvbv gynv` Ave`yi iwng : my`gy A_bxwZ|
Paper Code
Paper Title:
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
211501
^vaxb evsjv`ki Afy`qi BwZnvm

f~wgKv: ^vaxb evsjv`ki Afy`qi BwZnvm-cwiwa I cwiwPwZ
1| `k I RbMvwi cwiPq
K) f~ cKwZi ewk I cfve
L) bZvwK MVb
M) fvlv
N) mswZi mg^qevw`Zv I agxq mnbkxjZv
O) Awfb evsjvi cwicwZ ZrKvjxb c~ee I eZgvb evsjv`ki ^Kxq mv
2| AL ^vaxb evsjv iv MVbi cqvm I Dcgnv`ki wefw, 1947
K) JcwbewkK kvmb Avgj mvc`vwqKZvi De I wevi
L) jvnvi cve, 1940
M) AL ^vaxb evsjv iv MVbi D`vM, 1947 I cwiYwZ
N) cvwKvb mw, 1947
3| cvwKvb: ivxq KvVvgv I elg
K) K`xq I cv`wkK KvVvgv
L) mvgwiK I emvgwiK AvgjvZi cfve
M) A_bwZK, mvgvwRK I mvswZK elg
4| fvlv Av`vjb I evOvwji AvZcwiPq cwZv
K) gymwjg jxMi kvmb I MYZvwK ivRbxwZi msMvg
L) AvIqvgx jxMi cwZv, 1949
Class Hours: 60
M) fvlv Av`vjb: cUf~wg I NUbv cevn

N) nK-fvmvbx-mvnivIqv`xi hydU, 1954 mvji wbevPb I cwiYwZ
5| mvgwiK kvmb: AvBqye Lvb I Bqvwnqv Lvbi kvmbvgj (1958-71)
K) mvgwiK kvmbi msv I ewk
L) AvBqye Lvbi gZv `Lj I kvmbi ewk (ivRbwZK wbcxob, gwjK MYZ, agi
ivRbwZK eenvi)
M) AvBqye Lvbi cZb I Bqvwnqv Lvbi kvmb, GK BDwbU wejywKiY, mveRbxb fvUvwaKvi,
Framework Order)
6| RvZxqZvevì weKvk I ^vwaKvi Av`vjb
K) mvswZK AvMvmbi wei cwZiva I evOvwj mswZi Dxeb
L) kL gywReyi ingvbi 6-`dv Av`vjb
M) 6-`dv Av`vjbi cwZwqv, iZ I Zvrch
N) AvMiZjv gvgjv, 1968
7| 1969-Gi MYAfyvb I 11-`dv Av`vjb
K) cUf~wg
L) Av`vjbi Kgm~Px, iZ I cwiYwZ
8| 1970 Gi wbevPb, AmnhvM Av`vjb I eezi ^vaxbZv NvlYv
K) wbevPbi djvdj Ges Zv gb wbZ Kì A^xKwZ
L) AmnhvM Av`vjb, eezi 7B gvPi fvlY, Acvikb mvPjvBU
M) eezi ^vaxbZv NvlYv I MdZvi
9| gywhy 1971
K) MYnZv, bvix wbhvZb, kiYv_x
L) evsjv`k miKvi MVb I ^vaxbZvi NvlYvc
M) ^Z:Z cv_wgK cwZiva I msMwVZ cwZiva (gywdR, gywevwnbx, Mwijv I myL hy)
N) gywhy cPvi gvag (^vaxb evsjv eZvi K`, we`kx cPvi gvag I RbgZ MVb)
O) Qv, bvix I mvaviY gvbyli Ae`vb (MYhy)
P) gywhy enrkw mg~ni f~wgKv
Q) `Lj`vi evwnbx, kvwKwgwU, Avjeì, Avjkvgm, ivRvKvi evwnbx, ivRbwZK `j I `kxq
Abvb mnhvMxì ^vaxbZvweivax KgKv I eywRxex nZv
R) cvwKvb ew` Aevq eezi wePvi I wekcwZwqv
S) cevmx evOvwj I weki wewfb `ki bvMwiK mgvRi f~wgKv
T) gywhy fviZi Ae`vb
U) h_ evwnbx MVb I weRq
V) ^vaxbZv msMvg eezi bZZ
10| eez kL gywReyi ingvbi kvmbKvj, 1972-1975
K) ^`k cZveZb
L) msweavb cYqb
M) hy wea `k cybMVb
N) mcwievi eez nZv I Av`wkK cUcwieZb
GjGdI (Legal

Introduction: Scope and description of the emergence of Independent Bangladesh.
Writing on this topic.
1. Descriptionofthecountryanditspeople.
a. Geographicalfeaturesandtheirinfluence.
b. Ethniccomposition.
c. Language.
d. Culturalsyncretismandreligioustolerance.
e. DistinctiveidentityofBangladeshinthecontextofundividedBangladesh.
2. ProposalforundividedsovereignBengalandthepartitionoftheSubContinent,1947.
a. Riseofcommunalismunderthecolonialrule,LahoreResolution1940.
b. TheproposalofSuhrawardiandSaratBoseforundividedBengal:consequences
c. ThecreationofPakistan1947.
3. Pakistan:Structureofthestateanddisparity.
a. Centralandprovincialstructure.
b. InfluenceofMilitaryandCivilbureaucracy.
C.Economic,socialandculturaldisparity
4. LanguageMovementandquestforBengaliidentity
a. MisrulebyMuslimLeagueandStrugglefordemocraticpolitics.
b. TheLanguageMovement:contextandphases.
c. UnitedfrontofHaqueVasaniSuhrawardi:electionof1954,consequences.
5. Militaryrule:theregimesofAyubKhanandYahiaKhan(19581971)
a. Definitionofmilitaryrulesanditscharacteristics.
b. AyubKhansrisetopowerandcharacteristicsofhisrule(Politicalrepression,Basic
democracy,Islamisation)
c. FallofAyubKhanandYahiaKhansrule(Abolitionofoneunit,universalsuffrage,theLegal
FrameworkOrder)
6. RiseofnationalismandtheMovementforselfdetermination.
a.ResistanceagainstculturalaggressionandresurgenceofBengaliculture.
b.SheikhMujiburRahmanandthesixpointmovement
c.Reactions:Importanceandsignificance
d.TheAgortolaCase1968.
7. Themassupsurgeof1969and11pointmovement:background,programmeand
significance.
8. Electionof1970andtheDeclarationofIndependencebyBangobondhu
a. Electionresultandcentresrefusaltocomply
b. Thenoncooperationmovement,the7thMarch,Address,OperationSearchlight
c. DeclarationofIndependencebyBangobondhuandhisarrest
9. ThewarofLiberation1971
a. Genocide,repressionofwomen,refugees
b. FormationofBangladeshgovernmentandproclamationofIndependence
c. Thespontaneousearlyresistanceandsubsequentorganizedresistance(MuktiFouz,Mukti
Bahini,guerillasandthefrontalwarfare)
d. PublicityCampaigninthewarofLiberation(ShadhinBanglaBetarKendra,theCampaigns
abroadandformationofpublicopinion)
e. Contributionofstudents,womenandthemasses(Peopleswar)
f. TheroleofsuperpowersandtheMuslimstatesintheLiberationwar.
g. TheAntiliberationactivitiesoftheoccupationarmy,thePeaceCommittee,AlBadar,Al
Shams,Rajakars,proPakistanpoliticalpartiesandPakistaniCollaborators,killingofthe
intellectuals.
h. TrialofBangabondhuandreactionoftheWorldCommunity.
i. ThecontributionofIndiaintheLiberationWar
j. FormationofjointcommandandtheVictory
k. TheoverallcontributionofBangabondhuintheIndependencestruggle.
10.TheBangabondhuRegime19721975
a. Homecoming
b. Makingoftheconstitution
c. Reconstructionofthewarravagedcountry
d. ThemurderofBangabondhuandhisfamilyandtheideologicalturnaround.
mnvqK M
1. bxnvi ib ivq, evOvjxi BwZnvm, ` R cvewjwks, KjKvZv 1402 mvj|
2. mvjvn& Dwb Avng` I Abvb (mvw`Z), evsjv`ki gyw msMvgi BwZnvm 1947-1971, AvMvgx cKvkbx,
XvKv 2002|
3. wmivRyj Bmjvg (mvw`Z), evsjv`ki BwZnvm 1704-1971, 3 L, GwkqvwUK mvmvBwU Ae evsjv`k, XvKv
1992|
4. W. nvib-Ai-iwk`, evsjv`k: ivRbxwZ, miKvi I kvmbZvwK Dbqb 1757-2000, wbD GR cvewjKk,
XvKv 2001|
5. W. nvib-Ai-iwk`, evOvwji ivwPv I ^vaxb evsjv`ki Af~`q, AvMvgx cKvkbx, XvKv 2003|
6. W. nvib-Ai-iwk`, eezi Amgv AvZRxebx cybcvV, w` BDwbfvwmwU cm wjwgUW, XvKv 2013|
7. W. AvZdzj nvB wkejx I W.gvt gvneyei ingvb, evsjv`ki mvsweavwbK BwZnvm 1773-1972, m~eY cKvkb,
XvKv 2013|
8. gybZvwmi gvgyb I Rq Kzgvi ivq, evsjv`ki wmwfj mgvR cwZvi msMvg, Aemi, XvKv 2006|
9. AvwZDi ingvb, AmnhvM Av`vjbi w`bwj: gywhyi cwZ ce, mvwnZ cKvk, XvKv 1998|
10. W. gvt gvneyei ingvb, evsjv`ki BwZnvm, 1905-47, Zvgwjwc, XvKv 2011|
11. W. gvt gvneyei ingvb, evsjv`ki BwZnvm, 1947-1971, mgq cKvkb, XvKv 2012|
12. mq` Avbvqvi nvmb, evsjv`ki ^vaxbZv hy civkwi f~wgKv, Wvbv cKvkbx, XvKv 1982|
13. Aveyj gvj Ave`yj gywnZ, evsjv`k: RvwZivi De, mvwnZ cKvk, XvKv 2000|
14. kL gywReyi ingvb, Amgv AvZRxebx, w` BDwbfvwmwU cm wjwgUW, XvKv 2012|
15. wmivR D`&`xb Avng`, GKvii gywhy: ^vaxb evsjv`ki Af~`q, BmjvwgK dvDkb, XvKv 2011|
16. Rq Kzgvi ivq, evsjv`ki ivRbwZK BwZnvm, myeY cKvkb, XvKv 2010|
17. Harun-or-Roshid, The Foreshadowing of Bangladesh: Bengal Muslim League and
Muslim Politics, 1906-1947, The University Press Limited, Dhaka 2012.
18. Rounaq Jahan, Pakistan: Failure in National Integration, The University Press Limited,
Dhaka 1977.
19. Talukder Maniruzzaman, Radical Politics and the Emergence of Bangladesh, Mowla,
Brothers, Dhaka 2003.
20. gmevn Kvgvj I Ckvbx PeZx, bvPvji KlK we`vn, mgKvjxb ivRbxwZ I Bjv wg, DiY, XvKv 2008|
21. gmevn Kvgvj, Avmv` I Ebmii MYAfyvb, weeZb, XvKv 1986|
NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
First Year Syllabus

Department of Bengali

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Subject: Bengali
Session: 2013-2014
First Year
Paper Code
211001
211003
211005
211007
212009
212111
211909
211501
Paper Title
History and Culture of Bangladesh and Bengalees
(From Ancients to 2000 AD)
History of Bangla Language and Functional Bangla
Bangla Poetry-1
Bangla Novel-1
Introducing Sociology
or
Introduction to Social Work
or
Introduction to Political Theory
Total =
Marks
100
Credits
4
100
100
100
100
4
4
4
4
100
600
4
24
Detailed Syllabus
Paper Code
Paper Title
211001
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
evsjv`k Ges evOvwji BwZnvm I mswZ

(cvPxbKvj _K 2000 wLv ch)
Class Hours : 60
Exam Duration : 4 Hours
evsjv`k Ges evOvwji BwZnvm I mswZ (cvPxbKvj _K 2000 wLv ch)

K. evsjv`ki BwZnvm ( 40 bî)
cvPxb, ga I AvaywbK hyMi cv_wgK cwiPq, wewfb Rbcì cwiwPwZ I mxgviLv, evsjv bvgi
De I weeZb, ivxq BwZnvm|
L. evOvwji BwZnvm I mswZ (60 bî)
BwZnvm I mswZi îc ; BwZnvm I mswZ-mcwKZ aviYvi weeZb ; evOvwji cvMwZnvwmK
cUfwg; evOvwji bZvwK cwiPq I RvwZMVb cwqv ; mgvR I ivRbxwZ; evOvwji mswZi Drm;
cvMwZnvwmK Abyvb; evOvwji mswZi BwZnvm : ag, `kb, wkKjv|
mnvqK M
ARq ivq : Avw` evOvwj : bZvwK I mgvRZvwK weklY
AZyj myi : evOjv I evOvjxi weeZb ; evOvjxi bZvwK cwiPq ; evOjvi mvgvwRK BwZnvm
AvkdvK nvmb : evsjv`ki BwZnvmi iciLv
Mvjvg gyiwk` : nvRvi eQii evOvwj mswZ
Avwbmyvgvb (mcvw`Z) : evsjv mvwnZi BwZnvm (1g L)
Avng` kixd : evOjv, evOvjx I evOvjxZ ; evOvjx I evOjv mvwnZ (1g L)
Kvgiwb Avng` : ce evsjvi mgvR I ivRbxwZ ;
Sociological History of Bengal and the Birth of Bangladesh.
Mvcvj nvj`vi : evvjx mswZi ic ; mswZi icvi
bxnviib ivq : evvjxi BwZnvm 1g ce
eìxb Dgi : ce evOjvi fvlv Av`vjb I ZrKvjxb
ivRbxwZ (1-3 L)
webq Nvl : evsjvi mvgvwRK BwZnvmi aviv
fc`bv_ ` : evvjvi BwZnvm (1-3 L)
gbmyi gymv (mcvw`Z) : evOjv`k
gyng` Ave`yi iwng I Abvb : evsjv`ki BwZnvm
gynvg` nvweeyi ingvb : MvFw _K evsjv`k
igkP` gyRg`vi : evsjv`ki BwZnvm (1g-4_ L)
ivLvj`vm e`vcvavq : evvjv`ki BwZnvm (1g-2q L)
mvC`-Di ingvb : ce evsjvi mvswZK Av`vjb
myKygvi mb : cvPxb evvjv I evvjx;
gahyMi evvjv I evvjx
mq` Avgxij Bmjvg : evsjv Aji BwZnvm
gvqyb AvRv` : fvlv Av`vjb : mvwnwZK cUfwg
Paper Code
Paper Title
211003
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
evsjv fvlvi BwZnvm I eenvwiK evsjv
Class Hours : 60
K evsjv fvlvi BwZnvm (50 bî)

* B`v-BDivcxq gj fvlv _K evsjv fvlv ch gaviv|
* evsjv fvlvi DrcwwelqK wewfb gZ|
* be fviZxq Avhfvlvmgni cvP kvLv|
* cvPxb evsjv _K AvaywbK evsjv ch wewfb i|
* evsjv fvlvq Avh I e`wkK cfve|
* evsjv Dcfvlv|
L. eenvwiK evsjv (50 bî)
hyvi MVb I eYi cwiewZZ ic, evsjv evbvb msvii bvbv D`vM, cwgZ evsjv evbvbi wbqg,
evsjv eYgvjv I evbvbi wKQy mgmv, B w, C x-i eenvi, Y-Z weavb, l-Z weavb, mw : îmw,
eb mw, wemM mw, weivg wPi eenvi, evsjv fvlvi cqvM I AccqvM, evsjv cwifvlv, mvay I
PwjZ ixwZ| cwZeYxKiY, cwZe`b iPbv, Rxebev wjLb, mvi-mscY I KvhweeiYx wjLb|
mnvqK-M
Avb` cvewjkvm cKvwkZ : wZ YKvj ; evsjv : Kx wjLeb Kb wjLeb
Avng` kixd, Avwbmyvgvb I Abvb : evsjv fvlvi cqvM I AccqvM
cwe miKvi : evsjv evbvb msvi : mgmv I mfvebv
cikP` gRyg`vi : evsjv fvlv cwigv (1-2 L)
evsjv GKvWwg : cwgZ evsjv evbvbi wbqg
gbx`Kygvi Nvl : evsjv evbvb
gvneyeyj nK : evsjv evbvbi wbqg
gyng` knx`yjvn : evvjv fvlvi BwZe
iex`bv_ VvKyi : evsjvfvlv-cwiPq ; kZ
myKygvi mb : fvlvi BwZe
myfvl fvPvh : AvaywbK evsjv cqvM Awfavb
nvqvr gvgy` : evsjv jLvi wbqgKvbyb
gvqyb AvRv` : KZv b`x mivei ev evOjv fvlvi Rxebx
S K Chaterjee : Origin and Development of the Bengali Language (Volume 1-3)
Paper Code
Paper Title
211005
evsjv KweZv-1
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
evsjv KweZv-1
K. KvRx bRij Bmjvg : AwM-exYv, mvgev`x (40 bî)
L. Rxebvb` `vk : icmx evsjv (30 bî)
M. RmxgD`&`xb : bKmx Kvu_vi gvV (30 bî)
mnvqK M
Agj`y emy : Rxebvb`
AjvKib `vk I èxcmv` e`vcavq : AvaywbK evsjv KweZvi BwZnvm
Class Hours : 60
AvRnviDxb Lvb : evsjv mvwnZ bRij

Avey nbv gvdv Kvgvj : K_v I KweZv; wkxi icvi
Zvivc` gyLvcvavq : AvaywbK evsjv Kve
gvnvg` gwbivgvb (mcvw`Z) : bRij mgxY
iwdKyj Bmjvg : KvRx bRij Bmjvg : Rxeb I mw
iex`bv_ VvKyi : AvaywbK mvwnZ
myikP` g : evsjv KweZvi beRb
mykxjKygvi : bRij PwiZ-gvbm
mybxjKygvi gyLvcvavq : RmxgD`&`xb : Kwegvbm I Kvemvabv
mq` AvKig nvmb : evsjv`ki mvwnZ I Abvb cm
Paper Code
Paper Title
Marks : 100
211007
evsjv Dcbvm-1
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
evsjv Dcbvm-1
K. ewgP` Pvcvavq : KcvjKyjv
L. gxi gkviid nvmb : welv`-wmy
M. iex`bv_ VvKyi : PvLi evwj
N. kIKZ Imgvb : xZ`vmi nvwm
mnvqK M
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Aiwe` cvvi : ewg-gvbm
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mq` AvKig nvmb : iex`bv_i Dcbvm : PZbvjvK I wkic
mwg kLi : K_vwk A^lY
Paper Code
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
212009
Paper Title
1. Definition, Nature & Scope of Sociology, relationship with other social sciences.
Development of Sociology: Contributions of Auguste Comte, Herbert Spencer, Emile
Durkheim, Max Weber
2. Culture, Beliefs & Values: Norms, sanctions, symbols, language, subculture, counterculture,
hegemony & resistance
3. Globalization, Culture and Society: Globalization and its different dimensions, Cultural
globalization, global culture and social change

Urbanization and Social Formation: Definition of urbanization and urbanism, Process of
urbanization in developing societies and social formation, over urbanization, growth of slum &
poverty in mega cities
5. Gender and Society: DisPaper of WID, WAD and GAD, Why gender is important in the
disPaper of development, Gender inequality & womens subjugation in developing societies.
6. Environmental Problems, Natural Disasters and Social Crisis: Climate change and its
impact on society, Natural disaster, social crisis and vulnerabilities, Climate change,
deforestation and mal-development.
7. Social Inequality: Dimensions of social inequality: Class, gender, age, minority group
(religious and indigenous), economic vulnerability, Social inequalities in developed &
developing countries.
8. Types of societies: Marxist view on classifying societies on the basis of type of control over
economic resources and Lenskis view on classifying societies by their main means of
Subsistance.
4.
9. Deviance & Social Control: Definition of deviance, theories of deviance. Crime & justice
system, agencies of social control.
10. Health, Illness and Society: Nature & scope of the problem, Urbanizations, acute, chronic &
life style diseases, Social, environmental & behavioural factors affecting health,
Communicable & behavioural diseases: STD, HIV/AIDS, TB, Hep-B etc
Reference
Giddens Sociology
Tony Bilton et al Introductory Sociology
Paper Code
Paper Title
Marks : 100
212111
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
1. Social Work: Meaning, Characteristics, Scope and Importance Relationship of Social Work with
other Sciences- Sociology, Economics, Psychology and Political Science.
2. Evolution: Evolution of Social Work in UK, USA, India and Bangladesh.
3. Social Reformers and their Movements in Pre-partition India and Bangladesh: Raja Rammohan
Ray, Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar, A.K Fazlul Haque, Sir Syad Ahmed, Begum Rokeya.
4. Social Legislations Related to Social Security, Women Welfare, Child Welfare.
5. Profession and Social Work: Meaning and Characteristics of Profession, Social Work as
profession, Philosophical, Religions and Ethical Basis of Social Work.
6. Industrial Revolution: Meaning, Impact on Society, Industrialization, Urbanization, Welfare State.
7. Social Problems and Social Services in Bangladesh.
8. Methods of Social Work: Basic and Auxiliary Methods and their Basic Issues such as Meaning,
Elements, Principles and Area of Use. Importance of Social Work Methods in Bangladesh.
Books
1.
2.
3.
4.
Recommended:
Barker, Robert L. :Social Work Dictionary, 3rd ed. NASW, New York, 1995.
Coulshed, Veronica Social Work Practice: An Introduction 2nd ed. London. Macmillan, 1991.
Friedlander, Walter A. : Introduction to Social Welfare. Prentice Hall, 2nd ed. New Delhi1967.
Khalid, M. : Welfare State, Karachi, Royal Book, 1968 5.
Morales, A. And Shaefor, B. Social Work A Profession of many faces, 4th ed. Allyan and
Bacan, Boston, 1986.
Paper Code
Paper Title
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
211909
Class Hours : 60
Political Science : Meaning, Nature, Scope, Methods, Relations to other Social Sciences, Importance
to Study Political Science.
State : Definition, Elements, State and Government, State and Individual, State and Society, Theories
of the origin of the state.
Fundamental concepts : Sovereignty, Law, Liberty, Equality, Rights and Duties, Nation,
Nationalism, Internationalism.
Concepts of Political Sociology : Political culture, elite theory, Max Weber and Bureaucracy
Political Thinkers : Plato, Aristotle, St. Augustine, St. Thomas Aquinas, Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke
and Rousseau.
Books Recommended :
1.
R.G. Gettell
: Political Science
2.
J. W. Garner
: Political Science and Government
3.
R. M. MacIver
: The Modern State
4.
G.H. Sabine
: A History of Political Theory
5.
William Ebenstein
: Great Political Thinkers-Plato to the Present
6.
H.G. Laski
: A Grammar of Politics
7.
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Paper Title:
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Marks: 100
Credits: 4
211501

L) bZvwK MVb
M) fvlv
L) jvnvi cve, 1940
Class Hours: 60

N) cvwKvb mw, 1947
ivRbwZK eenvi)
(Legal Framework Order)
K) cUf~wg
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c. Language.
a. Riseofcommunalismunderthecolonialrule,
b. LahoreResolution1940.
c. TheproposalofSuhrawardiandSaratBoseforundividedBengal:consequences
d. ThecreationofPakistan1947.
b. FoundationofAwamileague,1949
c. TheLanguageMovement:contextandphases.
d. UnitedfrontofHaqueVasaniSuhrawardi:electionof1954,consequences.
b. AyubKhansrisetopowerandcharacteristicsofhisrule(Politicalrepression,
Basic
c. FallofAyubKhanandYahiaKhansrule(Abolitionofoneunit,universalsuffrage, the Legal
FrameworkOrder)
b.ThesixpointmovementofSheikhMujiburRahman
c.Reactions;ImportanceandsignificanceofthesixPointmovement.
7. Themassupsurgeof1969and11pointmovement:
a. background
b. programmesignificanceandconsequences.
8. Electionof1970NoncooperationmovementofMarch1971andtheDeclaration of
IndependencebyBangobondhu
b. The non cooperation movement, the 7th March Address of Bangobondhu, Operation
Searchlight
c. Thespontaneousearlyresistanceandsubsequentorganizedresistance(Mukti
Fouz,MuktiBahini,guerillasandthefrontalwarfare)
d. PublicityCampaigninthewarofLiberation(ShadhinBanglaBetarKendra,the
Campaignsabroadandformationofpublicopinion)
Badar, Al
g. TheAntiliberationactivitiesoftheoccupationarmy,thePeaceCommittee,Al
Shams,Rajakars,proPakistanpoliticalpartiesandPakistaniCollaborators, killing of the
intellectuals.
k. TheoverallcontributionofBangabondhuandhisleadershipinthe Independencestruggle.
a. Homecoming
mnvqK M
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cKvkb, XvKv 2013|
18. Rounaq Jahan, Pakistan: Failure in National Integration, The University Press
Limited, Dhaka 1977.
20. gmevn Kvgvj I Ckvbx PeZx, bvPvji KlK we`vn, mgKvjxb ivRbxwZ I Bjv wg, DiY, XvKv
2008|
NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
First Year Syllabus

Department of English

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Subject: English
Session: 2013-2014
FIRST YEAR
PaperCode
211101
211103
211105
211107
212009
Credits
4
4
4
4
4
212111
211909
211501
HistoryoftheEmergenceofIndependentBangladesh
100
Total=
600
24
Marks
100
100
100
100
100
EnglishReadingSkills
EnglishWritingSkills
IntroductiontoPoetry
IntroductiontoProse:FictionandNonFiction:
IntroducingSociology
or
IntroductiontoSocialWork
or
IntroductiontoPoliticalTheory
PaperTitle
Detailed Syllabus
Paper Code : 211101

Paper Title :
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
English Reading Skills
The Paper seeks to develop student reading skills and covers the following sub-skills:
a) Guessing word meanings by using knowledge of word form (class), word function, word
structure and formation and most importantly, contextual clues.
b) Understanding ornamental expressions
c) Tackling sentence meaning,
d) Surveying text organization,
e) Reading for specific information (skimming)
f) Reading for general comprehension/gist (scanning),
g) Summarizing,
h) Predicting ,
i) Interpreting and
j) Recognizing, authors position, tone and attitude
The reading texts will be chosen from different types of writing like descriptive, narrative,
expository, argumentative, journalistic and academic text e.g. History, Philosophy etc.
Recommended books:
Williams. E. 1984 Reading in the Language Classroom. Macmillan
Wallace.1992. Reading, OUP
Barr. P. Clegg, J. and Wallace, C. 1981 Advance Reading Skills Longman
Walter, Catherine. 1988. Class Readers, OUP
Paper Code : 211103

Marks : 100
Paper Title :
English Writing Skills
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
a. Paragraphs using a variety of techniques such as examples, listing, cause and effect,
comparison-contrast among others,
b. Essay: Descriptive, Narrative, Expository and Argumentative,
c. Report writing: Newspaper Report, Survey Report, Business Report
d. Letter: Formal / Informal/ Business and
e. Notice, Memo, Notes, Press Release, Minutes.
Paper Code : 211105

Marks : 100
Paper Title :
Introduction to Poetry
W. Shakespeare
3
Credits : 4
Shall I compare thee to a summers day?
Class Hours : 60
Milton
John Donne
R. Herrick
Thomas Gray
W. Wordsworth
P.B. Shelley
John Keats
A. Tennyson
R. Browning
Elizabeth B. Browning
W. Whitman
Emily Dickenson
W.B. Yeats
R. Frost
D.H Lawrence
Dylan Thomas
Ted Hughes
R. Tagore
Kaiser Huq
On His Blindness
The Good-Morrow
To Daffodils
Elegy Written in a Country Churchyard
I wandered Lonely as a Cloud
Ode to the West Wind
To Autumn
Ulysses
Patriot
How do I love thee
Crossing Brooklyn Ferry
Because I Could not stop for Death
A Prayer for My Daughter
Home Burial
The Piano
Fern Hill
Pike
Where the mind is without fear (Gitanjali-35)
Learning Grief
Literary Terms:
Simile, Metaphor, Personification, Metonymy, Symbol, Irony, Climax, Anticlimax, Alliteration,
Assonance, Hyperbole, Paradox, Onomatopoeia, Bathos, Allusion, Conceit, Pun, Imagery,
Elegy, Sonnet, Lyric, Dramatic Monologue, Ode, Ballad, Fable, Satire, Lampoon
Prosody
Accent, Foot/ Measure, Blank Verse, Rhyme, Tercet , Couplet, Heroic Couplet, Scansion of
verse and others.
Paper Code : 211107

Marks : 100
Credits : 4
Paper Title :
Introduction to Prose: Fiction and Non- Fiction:
F. Bacon
A. Lincoln
R. Tagore
G. Orwell
Martin Luther King
N. Mandela
Of Studies
Gettysburg Address
Letter to Lord Chelmsford Rejecting Knighthood
Shooting an Elephant
I have a dream
Long Walk to Freedom (Part Eleven: Freedom: Chapter
115)
Fiction
S. Maugham
O Henry
James Joyce
K. Mansfield
4
Class Hours : 60
The Luncheon
The Gift of the Magi
Araby
The Garden Party
E. Hemmingway
Anita Desai
A Cat in the Rain

Games at Twilight
Novel
G. Eliot
Silas Marner
PaperCode
212009
Marks:100
Credits:4
ClassHours:60
PaperTitle
IntroducingSociology
ExamDuration:4Hours
1. Definition,Nature&ScopeofSociology,relationshipwithothersocialsciences.Developmentof
Sociology:ContributionsofAugusteComte,HerbertSpencer,EmileDurkheim,MaxWeber
hegemony&resistance
globalization,globalcultureandsocialchange
4. Urbanization and Social Formation: Definition of urbanization and urbanism, Process of
povertyinmegacities
5. GenderandSociety:DisPaperofWID,WADandGAD,WhygenderisimportantinthedisPaper
ofdevelopment,Genderinequality&womenssubjugationindevelopingsocieties.
6. EnvironmentalProblems,NaturalDisastersandSocialCrisis:Climatechangeanditsimpacton
society,Naturaldisaster,socialcrisisandvulnerabilities,Climatechange,deforestationandmal
development.
7. Social Inequality: Dimensions of social inequality: Class, gender, age, minority group (religious
andindigenous),economicvulnerability,Socialinequalitiesindeveloped&developingcountries.
Subsistance.
9. Deviance&SocialControl:Definitionofdeviance,theoriesofdeviance.Crime&justicesystem,
agenciesofsocialcontrol.
10. Health,IllnessandSociety:Nature&scopeoftheproblem,Urbanizations,acute,chronic&life
style diseases, Social, environmental & behavioural factors affecting health, Communicable &
behaviouraldiseases:STD,HIV/AIDS,TB,HepBetc
Reference:
GiddensSociology
TonyBiltonetalIntroductorySociology
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
PaperCode
212111
Marks:100
Credits:4
ClassHours:60
PaperTitle
IntroductiontoSocialWork
ExamDuration:4Hours
SocialWork:Meaning,Characteristics,ScopeandImportanceRelationshipofSocialWorkwithother
SciencesSociology,Economics,PsychologyandPoliticalScience.
Evolution:EvolutionofSocialWorkinUK,USA,IndiaandBangladesh.
SocialReformersandtheirMovementsinPrepartitionIndiaandBangladesh:RajaRammohanRay,
IshwarChandraVidyasagar,A.KFazlulHaque,SirSyadAhmed,BegumRokeya.
SocialLegislationsRelatedtoSocialSecurity,WomenWelfare,ChildWelfare.
Profession and Social Work: Meaning and Characteristics of Profession, Social Work as
profession,Philosophical,ReligionsandEthicalBasisofSocialWork.
IndustrialRevolution:Meaning,ImpactonSociety,Industrialization,Urbanization,WelfareState.
SocialProblemsandSocialServicesinBangladesh.
Methods of Social Work: Basic and Auxiliary Methods and their Basic Issues such as Meaning,
Elements,PrinciplesandAreaofUse.ImportanceofSocialWorkMethodsinBangladesh.
BooksRecommended:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Barker,RobertL.:SocialWorkDictionary,3rded.NASW,NewYork,1995.
Coulshed,VeronicaSocialWorkPractice:AnIntroduction2nded.London.Macmillan,1991.
Friedlander,WalterA.:IntroductiontoSocialWelfare.PrenticeHall,2nded.NewDelhi1967.
Khalid,M.:WelfareState,Karachi,RoyalBook,1968
Morales,A.AndShaefor,B.SocialWorkAProfessionofmanyfaces,4th ed.AllyanandBacan,
Boston,1986.
PaperCode
PaperTitle
211909
Marks:100
Credits:4
ClassHours:60
ExamDuration:4Hours
PoliticalScience:Meaning,Nature,Scope,Methods,RelationstootherSocialSciences,Importanceto
StudyPoliticalScience.
State:Definition,Elements,StateandGovernment,StateandIndividual,StateandSociety,Theoriesof
theoriginofthestate.
Fundamental concepts : Sovereignty, Law, Liberty, Equality, Rights and Duties, Nation, Nationalism,
Internationalism.
ConceptsofPoliticalSociology:Politicalculture,elitetheory,MaxWeberandBureaucracy
Political Thinkers : Plato, Aristotle, St. Augustine, St. Thomas Aquinas, Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke and
Rousseau.
Books Recommended :
1. R.G. Gettell : Political Science
2. J. W. Garner : Political Science and Government

3. R. M. MacIver : The Modern State
4. G.H. Sabine : A History of Political Theory
5. William Ebenstein : Great Political Thinkers-Plato to the Present
6. H.G. Laski : A Grammar of Politics
7. gynv` Avqk Dxb : ivwPv cwiwPwZ
8. GgvRDwb Avng` : gahyMi ivwPv
9. gvt ìek Avjx Lvb : cUv I GwiUji ivRbwZK wPv
10. mi`vi dRjyj Kwig : cUvi wicvewjK
PaperCode
PaperTitle:
211501
Marks:100
Credits:4 ClassHours:60
HistoryofEmergenceofIndependentBangladesh

1|
2|
3|
4|
5|
`k I RbMvwi cwiPq
L) bZvwK MVb
M) fvlv
AL ^vaxb evsjv iv MVbi cqvm I Dcgnv`ki wefw, 1947
L) jvnvi cve, 1940
N) cvwKvb mw, 1947
cvwKvb: ivxq KvVvgv I elg
fvlv Av`vjb I evOvwji AvZcwiPq cwZv
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FrameworkOrder)
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Introduction:ScopeanddescriptionoftheemergenceofIndependentBangladesh.
Writingonthistopic.
1.
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
Descriptionofthecountryanditspeople.
Geographicalfeaturesandtheirinfluence.
Ethniccomposition.
Language.
Culturalsyncretismandreligioustolerance.
DistinctiveidentityofBangladeshinthecontextofundividedBangladesh.
(Legal
b. AyubKhansrisetopowerandcharacteristicsofhisrule(Politicalrepression,Basicdemocracy,
Islamisation)
FrameworkOrder)
7. Themassupsurgeof1969and11pointmovement:background,programmeandsignificance.
c. Thespontaneousearlyresistanceandsubsequentorganizedresistance(MuktiFouz,MuktiBahini,
guerillasandthefrontalwarfare)
d. PublicityCampaigninthewarofLiberation(ShadhinBanglaBetarKendra,theCampaignsabroad
andformationofpublicopinion)
9
g. TheAntiliberationactivitiesoftheoccupationarmy,thePeaceCommittee,AlBadar,AlShams,
Rajakars,proPakistanpoliticalpartiesandPakistaniCollaborators,killingoftheintellectuals.
a. Homecoming
mnvqK M
2. mvjvn& Dwb Avng` I Abvb (mvw`Z), evsjv`ki gyw msMvgi BwZnvm 1947-1971, AvMvgx cKvkbx, XvKv
2002|
3. wmivRyj Bmjvg (mvw`Z), evsjv`ki BwZnvm 1704-1971, 3 L, GwkqvwUK mvmvBwU Ae evsjv`k, XvKv 1992|
4. W. nvib-Ai-iwk`, evsjv`k: ivRbxwZ, miKvi I kvmbZvwK Dbqb 1757-2000, wbD GR cvewjKk, XvKv 2001|
7. W. AvZdzj nvB wkejx I W.gvt gvneyei ingvb, evsjv`ki mvsweavwbK BwZnvm 1773-1972, m~eY cKvkb, XvKv
2013|
10
17. HarunorRoshid,TheForeshadowingofBangladesh:BengalMuslimLeagueandMuslimPolitics,
19061947,TheUniversityPressLimited,Dhaka2012.
18. Rounaq Jahan, Pakistan: Failure in National Integration, The University Press Limited, Dhaka
1977.
19. Talukder Maniruzzaman, Radical Politics and the Emergence of Bangladesh, Mowla, Brothers,
Dhaka2003.
11
NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
First Year Syllabus

Department of History

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Subject: History
Session: 2013-2014
FIRST YEAR
Paper Title
Paper Code
211503
Introduction to History
211505
History of Bengal (from earliest times to 1204)
211507
History of South Asia upto 1526
211509
Political and Cultural History of Islam upto 1258
212009
or
212111
or
211909
211501
Total =
Marks
100
100
100
100
100
Credits
4
4
4
4
4
100
600
4
24
Detailed Syllabus
Paper Code:211503
Paper Title:
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Introduction to History
Class Hours: 60
Exam Duration: 4 Hours
1. Meaning and definition of History

a) Origin of the term History;
b) Problems of universal definition, main characteristics, a working definition of history as
Res Gestae or the record of the past actions of mankind with special reference of the
interaction between man and his environment.
2.
Periodization and chronology in history.

a) Pre-history, Proto-history and Historical periods
b) A. D and B. C.; decade, century and millennium.
3. Different branches of history: political, social, economic and culture (including art).
4. Nature of history: different views on the nature of history, history perceived as art, science and
social science, specifie characteristics of history as a branch of knowledge.
5. History and other social sciences: Elementary Approch.
(a) History and Economics (b) History and Political Science (c) History and Sociology (d)
History and Geography (e) History and Science (f) History and Literature (g) History and
Anthropology.
6. Historical methods: methods of historical investigation based on available source materials,
classification of historical sources, steps of historical research, search for sources, inference from
sources and synthesis.
7. Historian and his facts: facts and their interpretation, two major components of history and
different views on their relative importance.
8. Causation in history: causation in history as a reflection of the cause-effect relationship of events
in reality, determinism and historical inevitability, chance factors or accidents in history, role of
the individual in history; role of people in history.
9. Some great historians: (a) Ancient period: Herodotus, Kalhana; (b) Medieval period: St.
Augustine, Ziauddin Barani, Ibn Khaldun, Abul Fazal (c) Modern period: Leopold Von Ranke,
Karl Marx, Arnold Toyenbee, Fredirick Engeles
Recommended Books:
1. Collingwood, R.G.
: The Idea of History
2. Carr, E. H.
: What is History ?
3. Walah, W.H.
: An Introduction to the Philosophy of History
4. Marwick, A.
: The Nature of History
5. Sreedharan E.
6. W. `jIqvi nvmb
: A Textbook of Historiography
: BwZnvm Z
7. B. GBP. Kvi (g~j)
: KvK ej BwZnvm (Abyev` mnvrcj ` I mwg cvwjZ)
8. gvt kvgmyvgvb
: BwZnvm I HwZnvwmK
gvt AvLZvivgvb
10. ggZvRyi ingvb Zid`vi (
: gymwjg BwZnvmZ
) : BwZnvm I HwZnvwmK
Paper Code: 211505 Marks: 100

Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Paper Title:
History of Bengal (from earliest times to 1204) Exam Duration: 4 Hours
1. Geographical features of Bengal: their influence and location-identification of ancient Janapadas.
2. Sources: dearth of literary sources leads to our reliance on epigraphic sources,
copper-plates, and coins.
3. Outline of Bengal history up to the Gupta period: pre-history, evidence from Pandu Rajar Dhibi,
Bengal in classical literature, Mahasthana Brahmi inscription and the evidence of Maurya rule in
Bengal.
4. Gupta rule in Bengal: evidence, the process of Gupta occupation, original home of the Guptas,
Gupta administration in Bengal; importance of Gupta rule.
5. Sasanka: rise to power, expansion of empire, involvement in northern Indian politics, estimate.
6. The rise of the Palas: the period of Matsyanyam, Gopalas accession to the throne, nature of his
occupation.
7. Pala rule in Bengal:
A. Period of ascendancy: the reigns of Dharmapala and Devapala, tripartite struggle for the
supremacy over northern India, achievements of Dharmapala and Devapala.
B. Decline and revival: the empire at the accession of Mahipala I, Mahipala Is achievements
and the extent of his empire, the implication of his Sarnath inscription.
C. The final phase: Mahipala II and the Samanta rebellion of northern Bengal, causes and nature
of the rebellion in the light of the Ramacharitam, Rampala, northern Bengal retrieved.
8. South-East Bengals separate political entity: the Devas and the Chandras, the coming of the
Chandras to power; achievements of Srichandra.
9. Sena rule in Bengal: rise under Vijaysena in the light of the Deopara Prasasti, VallalaLsena and
Laksmanalsena
10. Administration in the ancient period : administrative divisions, important officials and their
functions; land administration.
Recommended Books :
1. R. C. Majumdar (ed.)
2. R. C. Majumdar
3. A. M. Chowdhury
4. Dilip K. Chakrabarti
5. Shahanara Husain
6. bxnvibb ivq
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8. `xbk P` gRyg`vi
9. `xbk P` gRyg`vi
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wmivRyj Bmjvg I
G we Gg gvngy` (mvw`Z)
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: History of Bengal vol. 1

: History of Ancient Bengal
: Dynastic History of Bengal
: Ancient Bangladesh
: History of Ancient Bengal
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4.
5.
6.
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9.
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11.
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
History of South Asia upto 1526
Class Hours: 60
Sources of ancient and medieval Indian history

Indus Valley and Vedic civilizations
Rise of Buddhism and Jainism
Sixteen Mahajanapadas and rise of Magadha
Invaring Aelxander and unsequences
The Mauryan Empire: sources of Mauryan history, Chandragupta Maurya, Emperor Ashoka,
administrative system.
Rise of Kushanas: Emperer Kaniska
The Gupta Empire: rise of the Guptas, Chandragupta1, Samudragupta, Chandragupta II
(Vikramaditya of the Legend), the account of Fa-hien, Gupta administration, Gupta civilization,
Golden Age of ancient India.
Beginning of Muslim Rule: Conquest of Muhammad Bin Quasem. sultan Mahmud &
Muhammad Ghuri
The Delhi Sultanate: The Mamluks Illtutmish, Sultana razia, Ghyasuddin Balban: The
Khaljis- Alanddin Khilji; The Tushlaqs; Firoz and ruhammad Bin Tughlak.
The administration economy, society, culture, art and architecture during sultanate period.
Recommended Books:
1.
2.
3.
4.
R.E.M. Wheeler
: The Indus Civilization
H. C. Ray Chowdhury
: Political History of Ancient India
Provatanshu Maiti
: Studies in Ancient India
Stenley Lane Poole : Medieval India under Muhammadan Rule
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6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
S. M. Jaffar
: Medieval India.
R. C. Majumdar (ed)
: Ancient India
V. D. Mahajan
: Ancient India.
:
S. N. Sen
: Ancient Indian History and Civilization.
Ishwari Prasad
: History of Medieval India
Aziz Ahmed
: Early Turkish Empire of Delhi
Aga Mahdi Hussain : History of the Tughlaq Dynasty
I. H. Qureshi
: Administration of the Sultanate of Delhi
A.B.M. Habibullah : Foundation of Muslim Rule in India
A. L Basham
: The Wonder That Was India
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Paper Title:
211509
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Political and Cultural History of Islam up to 1258
1. Per-Islamic Dark Age in Arabia: social, political, economic and religious conditions.
2. Life and activities of the Prophet Mohammad (Sm): foundation of Islam in Arabia, new society
and administration in Madina.
3. The Khilafat: Hazarat Abu Bakar, Hazrat Umar Faruque, Hazrat Uthman and Hazrat Ali;
territorial expansion, politics and society during the Khilafat.
4. The Umayyads
a. Foundation of Umayyad Dynasty
b. Administration of Muawiyah and Abdul Malik
c. Muslim expansion: Walid I and Hajaj-Bin-Yusuf
d. Umar-Bin-Abdul Aziz and the later Umayyad
e. Umayyad administration and Society.
f. Development of science, art and culture
g. Downfall of the Umayyad dynasty
5. The Abbasids
a. Foundation of Abbasid Dynasty
b. Administration of Al-Mansur
c. Khalifa Harun-Al-Rashid and the Golden Age of Baghdad
d. Civil War: Amin and Mamun.
e. The later Abbasids
f. Abbasid administration
g. Social and economic life during the Abbasids
h. Education system, science, art and architecture
i. Downfall of Baghdad
6. The Crusades.
Recommended Books:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Syed Amir Ali

Syed Amir Ali
M Kabir
Joseph Hell
S. M. Imamudddin
B. Lewis
S. Khuda Baksh
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: A Political History of Islam
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: Islamic Civilization, vols. 1 and II.
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Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
212009
Paper Title
Durkheim, Max Weber
Subsistance.
Reference
Giddens Sociology
Paper Code
Paper Title
Marks : 100
212111
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
Books
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Recommended:
Khalid, M. : Welfare State, Karachi, Royal Book, 1968
Paper Code
Paper Title
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
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Class Hours : 60
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Books Recommended :
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Paper Title:
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First Year Syllabus

Department of Islamic History and Culture

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Subject: Islamic History and Culture
Session: 2013-2014
FIRST YEAR
Paper Code
211601
211603
211605
211607
212009
212111
211909
211501
Paper Title
History of the Muslims (570-750, Prophet Muhammad
(sm), Khulafa-i-Rashidun and the Umayyads)
Marks
100
Credits
4
History of The Muslims (750-1258, The Abbasids and

the Regional Dynasties)
History of The Muslims in Spain (710-1492)
History of The Muslim Rule in Syria, Egypt and North
Africa (Fatimids, Ayyubids and Mamluks)
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Paper Code
Paper Title:
211601
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
History of The Muslims (570-750, Prophet Muhammad (sm), Khulafai-Rashidun and the Umayyads)
Outline:
Geographical features of Jazirat al-Arabsources of history (570-750)socio-economic,
political and cultural conditions of Arabia before the advent of Islam
Early career of Muhammad (sm)Muhammad (sm) as Prophet before HijratHijrat of
Muslims to AbyssiniaProphets Hijrat to MadinaCharter of Madinabattles of Prophet
(Badr, Uhud, Khandaq, Tabuk, Hunayan, Muta)Prophet`s policy towards the Jews and
ChristiansTreaty of Hudaybiah conquest of MeccaProphet`s place in history- Khulafa-iRashidun : beginning and progress of KhilafatAbu Bakrs electionRidda warsKhalifa
Umarexpansion of Islamic stateUmars DiwanadministrationKhalifa Usmanbeginning
of civil disturbance in IslamKhalifa Alibeginning of civil war in Islambattle of Siffin
arbitration of Dhumatul Jandal- the KharijitesThe Umayyads: Geneaolgy the establishment of Ummayyad KhilafatHarbite Branch:
Muawiyah IYazid Ievents of Karbalathe rise of the Shiites
Hakamid branch: Marwan IAbdul Malik: consolidation and Arabicizationthe Mawali issue
Al-Walid I : expansion of Khilafat in the east and the westHajjaj bin YusufTariq bin Ziyad
and Musa bin NusayarUmar bin Abdul Aziz: Mawali and revenue policyHishamdecline
and fall of the UmayyadsMarwan IIrevenue reforms of Nasr bin SayyarAbbasid
propagandafall of the Umayyads
Reading List:
Ali, Syed Ameer. A Short History of the Saraceens, London (Reprint), 1951
Guillaume, A. Life of Muhammad, (English tr. of Muhammad Ishaqs Ibn Sirat),
London, 1955 Hitti, P.K. History of the Arabs, 7th edition, New York, 1961
Imamuddin, S .M. A Political History of the Muslims, Part-I (Prophet & Caliphate),
Dhaka, 1970
...................Umayyads & Abbasids, Dhaka, 1970
Martin, L. Muhammad: His life Based On the Earliest Sources, New
Delhi, 1983 Muir, W. Life of Mohamet, 4 volumes, London, 1977
The Caliphate, its Rise, Decline and Fall, London (Reprint), 1998
Numani, S. Sirat-al-Nabi, Volume I (tr. into English by Tayyib Eaksh Badauni),
Lahore, 1993 Shaban, M.A. Islamic History A New Interpretation, Vol. I, London,
1971
Watt, W.M. Muhammad, Prophet and Statesman, London, 1961
................... Muhammad At Mecca, Oxford, 1953
................. Muhammad At Medina, Oxford, 1956
Wellhausen, J. The Arab Kingdom and its Fall (Tr. by Margaret Graham Weir), Beirut, 1963
Zaidan, Jurji. Umayyads and Abbasids, (English tr. by D.S. Margoliouth), Gibb Memorial series, IV,
New Delhi, 1981
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Paper Code
Paper Title:
211603
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
History of The Muslims (750-1258, The Abbasids and the Regional Dynasties)
Sources of history (750-258)- Rise of the Abbasids-al Saffah-al-Mansur-Mahdi and Hadi-Harun-orRashid-Abbasid foreign policy-Barmakids al-Amin and al-Mamun-al-Mutasim-al-Wasik-Later AbbasidsRise of the saljuq Turks-downfall of the Abbasids: causes and consequences-Society and culture under
the Abbasids.
Establishment of regional dynasties-Regional dynasties of the West: Idrishids-Aghlabids: Ibrahim bin
Aghlab and the establishment of dynastic rule in Ifriqiya-Ziadatullah and the incidents in Sicily-the later
Aghlabids-rise of the Fatimids and end of Aghlabid rule-Tulunids: Ahmad ibn Tulun and his successorsIkhshidids.
Regional dynasties of the East: Tahirids : Tahir bin Hussain and the establishment of a
regional dyansty in KhurasanAbdullah ibn Tahirthe Khalafi branch of the Tahiridsstruggle
with the Samanids Saffarids : their origin and role in the rise of nationalism in Persia
Samanids : the rise of Muslim power in TransoxianaGhaznavids : Sabuktagin, Mahmud and
Masud Buwaihids: seperation of power between the Khalifa and the AmeerMuiz-ud
Dawla's reforms military administrationAzd-ud Dawla's economic policythe later
Buwaihids and their downfall Saljuqs: origin of the dynasty Tughril Beg and the events in
BaghdadMalik ShahNizamul Mulk Tusi: his philosophy of state-craft decline of the
dynasty The Assassinsrise and fallcultural contribution
Reading List:
In addition to the relevant books listed under Paper No. 01 the following books must be consulted:
Ahsanullah, M., History of the Islamic World, New Delhi, 1986
Bosworth, AD, The Islamic Dynasties, a Chronological and Genealogical Survey, Edinburgh, 1967
Boyle, J.A. (Ed.), The Cambridge History of Iran, Volumes, IV and V Cambridge, 1968
Haig, W., Cambridge Medieval History, Vol. IV, Cambridge, 1953
Hammer, P., History of the Assassins, (English tr. by O. C. Wood), London, 1835
Hasan, M. History of Islam (Classical Period: 571-1258), Vol. I, Delhi, 1992
Kennedy, H., The Prophet and the Age of the Caliphates, London and New York, 1986 LeStrange., The Lands of the Eastern Caliphate,
Cambridge, 1905 Shaban, M.A., The Abbasid
Revolution, Cambridge, 1970
Siddiqui, A. H., Caliphate and Kingship in Medieval Persia, Lahore, 1942
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Paper Code
Paper Title:
211605
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
History of The Muslims in Spain (710-1492)
Class Hours: 60
Outline:
Sourcesgeographical features of Spain- pre-Muslim conditions- Muslim conquest causes
and consequences Dependent emirate: Abdur Rahman al- Ghafiqi- battle of Tours
Independent emirate: Abdur Rahman I Hisham I Hakam I Abdur Rahman II neoMuslims Christian Zealots Umar bin Hafsun Khilafat period ( 929-1031): Abdur Rahman
III Hakam II Hajib al-Mansur Decline & fall of The Umayyad dynasty petty dynasties:
Jawharites Banu Hammud Banu Ziri Banu Hud Banu Dhu al-Nun, Banu Abbad North
African rule: Murabituns, Muahhiduns
Reading List:
Conde, J.A., History of the Domination of the Arabs in Spain (English translation by J.
Foster), 3 vols, Barcelona, 1854-56
Dozy, R., Spanish Islam: A History of the Moslems in Spain, (English translation by E.G.
Stokes), London, 1913
Imamuddin, S.M., Political History of Muslim Spain, Dhaka, 1969
Some Aspects of Socio-Economic and Cultural History of Muslim Spain (7111492), Leiden, 1965
Lane-Poole, S., The Moors in Spain, London, 1912
Lea, H.C., The Morisces of Spain, New York, 1968
Lewis, B., and P. Charles, The History of Spain, Part I, London, 1945
Scott, S.P., History of the Moorish Empire in Europe, 5 Vols, Philadelphia, 1904
Trend, J.B., Spain & Portugal in Legacy of Islam, (Edited by T.W. Arnold),
Oxford, 1952 Watt, W.M., A History of Islamic Spain, Edinburgh, 1965
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ingvb, GBP.Gg. kvgmyi , bi gymjgvbì BwZnvm, XvKv : z WU IqR, 1981
Paper Code
Paper Title:
211607
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
History of The Muslim Rule in Syria, Egypt and North Africa
(Fatimids, Ayyubids and Mamluks)
Outline
Review of Sources pre-Fatimid Egypt and North Africa
Fatimid Khilafat (909-1177): Fatimid propaganda, establishment of Fatimid Khilafat
genealogy of the FatimidsUbaidullah al-Madhi, al- Qaim, al- Mansur, al- Muiz: conquest of
Egypt and The foundation of al-Qahira by Jawhar, al-AzizFatimid power at its height
relation between the Fatimids and Ummayyads of Spain al-Hakimposition of nonMuslimsDar al-Hikmalater Fatimidsal-MustansirArmenian Wazirsdownfall of the
Fatimid KhilafatFatimids and Saljuqsintellectual lifeSocio-economic and cultural
contribution of the Fatimids
Ayyubid Sultanat: Rise of Salahuddin: Ayyubids and the Crusade
Mamluk dynasty (1250-15 17) : origin of the Mamluksfoundation of the dynastyShajarud
Durr Baybers IQalaunal-NasirMamluks and crusade Ottoman conquest of Egypt
Selim I and the battle of Marj-i-DabiqTrade, commerce and cultural life under the Mamluks.
Reading List:
Sadeque, Fatima., Baybars I of Egypt, Dhaka 1958
Holt, P.M., Lambton, A.K.S. and Lewis, B. (Editors), Cambridge History of Islam, Vols I & II,
London, 1970
Imamuddin, S.M., Political History of the Muslims in North Africa, Dhaka, 1969
Ivanow, V., The Rise of the Fatimids, Bombay, 1941
Mamour, Prince P.H., Polemies on the Origins of the Fatimid Caliphs, London, 1934
Muir, W. The Mamluke or Slave Dynasty of Egypt, London, 1996
O Leary, De Lacy., History of the Fatimid Khilafat, London, 1923
Runkiman, S., A History of the Crusades, 3 vols, London, Reprint, 1988
Stevenson, W.B., The Crusades in the East, Cambridge, 1907
Encyclopaedia of Islam, New edition, Leiden, 1979
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Paper Code
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
212009
Paper Title
1. Definition, Nature & Scope of Sociology, relationship with other social sciences. Development
of Sociology: Contributions of Auguste Comte, Herbert Spencer, Emile Durkheim, Max Weber
6. Environmental Problems, Natural Disasters and Social Crisis: Climate change and its impact
on society, Natural disaster, social crisis and vulnerabilities, Climate change, deforestation and
mal-development.
and indigenous), economic vulnerability, Social inequalities in developed & developing countries.
Subsistance.
10. Health, Illness and Society: Nature & scope of the problem, Urbanizations, acute, chronic & life
behavioural diseases: STD, HIV/AIDS, TB, Hep-B etc
Reference
Giddens Sociology
Paper Code
Paper Title
Marks : 100
212111
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
3. Social Reformers and their Movements in Pre-partition India and Bangladesh: Raja Rammohan Ray,
Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar, A.K Fazlul Haque, Sir Syad Ahmed, Begum Rokeya.
Books
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Recommended:
Friedlander, Walter A. : Introduction to Social Welfare. Prentice Hall, 2nd ed. New Delhi-1967.
Morales, A. And Shaefor, B. Social Work A Profession of many faces, 4th ed. Allyan and Bacan,
Boston, 1986.
Paper Code
Paper Title
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
211909
Class Hours : 60
Political Science : Meaning, Nature, Scope, Methods, Relations to other Social Sciences, Importance to
Study Political Science.
State : Definition, Elements, State and Government, State and Individual, State and Society, Theories of
the origin of the state.
Internationalism.
Rousseau.
Books Recommended :

Paper Code
Paper Title:
211501
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60

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NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
First Year Syllabus

Department of Islamic Studies

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Subject: Islamic Studies
Session: 2013-2014
FIRST YEAR
Paper Code
211801
211803
211805
211807
212009
212111
211909
211501
Paper Title
Quranic Studies
Introduction to Islam
Introduction to Islamic Dawah
Al-Kalam
Or
Or
History of the Emergence of Independent
Bangladesh
Total =
Marks
100
100
100
100
100
Credits
4
4
4
4
4
100
600
24
Detailed Syllabus
Paper Code
Paper Title:
211801 Marks: 100

Quranic Studies
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
This paper will cover the following topics:

(a) Textual Study of Surahs: Al-Nur, Al-Fath and Al-Hujurat, (Translation and Explanation)
(b) Question arising out of text and the Quran as Allah's Final revelation and authoritatived source
of Islamic Knowledge', Modality of Revelation of the Quran, Preservation and Compilation of
the Quran and Classification of the Surahs of the Quran.
Books Recommended:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
A. Yusuf Ali : The Holy Quran

Maulvi Muhammad Ali : The Holy Quran
Islamic Foundation Bangladesh : Scientific Indications in The Holy Quran
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12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
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Paper Title:
211803 Marks: 100

Introduction to Islam
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
This paper will cover the following topics:

Concept and meaning of Islam: Fundamentals of Islam (Salat, Sawm, Zakat and Hajj) and their importance
and implications in human life and society.
Objective of human life in Islam: Dignity of man, position of women, concept of caliphate in the Quran and
the Sunnah.
Islamic Ethics: Importance of Akhlaq in Islam and concept of husn al-Khalq in the Quaran and the Sunnah,
Responsibilities of man to the Creatures of Allah.
Role of Islam in human society: Islamic approach towards society, Islam and peace in human society,
concept of Amal and Ibadah in Islam. Universal brotherhood in Islam.
Books Recommended :
1.
Arnold : The Preaching of Islam
2.
Levy : The Social Structure of Islam
3.
Mohammad Ali : The Religion of Islam.
4.
Dr. Muhammad Hamidullah : Introduction to Islam
5.
Sayed Ameer Ali : The Spirit of Islam
6.
A1- Hajj Ahmadur Rahman : Islam: A Glorious Teaching
7.
Muhammad Qutb : Islam the Misunderstood Religion
8.
Murtada Mutahhari : The Rights of women in Islam
9.
Mahmudul Hasan: Islam
10. A.Rahman: Dawah Activities Throughout the World.
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Paper Title:
211805 Marks: 100

Introduction to Islam Dawah
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Definition, scope, necessity, characteristics and importance of Dawah; Origin and development of Dawah:
kinds of Dawah; Methodology, Techniques and objectives of Islamic Dawah and information media; Quranic
verses of Islamic Dawah; pre-requisites and qualities for a Dai in the fields of Islamic Dawah; Islam and
contemporary challenges regarding Dawah; Non-Muslim Missionary activities in Muslim countries and
Islamic Dawah. Dawah as practised by the prophet (SM.) and his companions. The Natures of Dawah in
Bangladesh.
Books Recommended:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
Abd Al-Karim Zaidan : Usul al-Da wah.

Dr. Ahmad Gulush : Al-Da wah al-Islamiyya.
Dr. Abul Fath al-Biyanuni : al-Madkhal al-Ilm al-Da wah, Usuluha-wa-Asalibuha.
Dr. Muhi Al-Din al-Alusi : Minhaj al-Dawah.
A.Z.M. Shamsul Alam : The Massage of Tableege and Da wah.
Syed Tayyebur Rahman : Global Geo-Strategy of Bangladeswh OIC and Islamic Ummah.
Maulana Abdullah Bin Syed Jalalabadi : Holy Prophets Mission to Contemporary Rulers.
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gvIjvbv gynv` Avyi inxg : Aciva cwZiva Bmjvg
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Paper Code
Paper Title:
211807 Marks: 100

Al-Kalam
Credits: 4
This paper will cover the following topics: From Sifat Allah upto the end of Risalat
Class Hours: 60
Book Prescribed :
1. Tabtazani: Sharh al-Aquid al-Nasufiyya.
Books Recommended:
1. Al-Shahrastani: Kitab al-Milal- Wa'l- Nihal.
2. W. Av.b.g. iBQ Dwb : AvKvq` Bmjvwg, Avj-Kvjvg,Alv cvewjKk, XvKv
3. Aa gynv` dRjyi ingvb: AvKvq`yj Bmjvg
4. Bgvg Mvhvjx: GnBqv Djygyxb
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7. Avyj nK nK&Kvbx, Bmjvgx AvKx`v, BmjvwgK dDkb evsjv`k
8. kvqL gvnv` Avj-Mvhvjx, Bmjvgx AvKx`v, BmjvwgK dDkb evsjv`k
Paper Code
Paper Title
Marks : 100
212009
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
mal-development.
Subsistance.
Reference
Giddens Sociology
Paper Code
Paper Title
Marks : 100
212111
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
Books
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Recommended:
Boston, 1986.
Paper Code
Paper Title
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
211909
Class Hours : 60
Internationalism.
Rousseau.
Books Recommended :
6

Paper Code
Paper Title:
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
211501

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1.
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
2.
a.
Ethniccomposition.
Language.
ProposalforundividedsovereignBengalandthepartitionoftheSubContinent,1947.
Riseofcommunalismunderthecolonialrule,LahoreResolution1940.
Islamisation)
FrameworkOrder)
a. Homecoming
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10
NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
First Year Syllabus

Department of Library and Information Science (LIS)

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Subject: Library and Information Science (LIS)
Session: 2013-2014
FIRST YEAR
Paper Code
213801
213803
213805
213807
212009
212111
211909
211501
Paper Title
Foundations of Library and Information Science
Basics of Classification and Cataloguing
Introduction to Computer and Communication
Technologies
Management of Library and Information Centre
Or
Or
Total =
Marks
100
100
100
Credits
4
4
4
100
100
4
4
100
600
4
24
Detailed Syllabus
Paper Code
Paper Title:
213801
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Foundations of Library and Information Science
Class Hours: 60
Unit-1: Definition, nature of and scope of Library of Information Science; history and
development of libraries from ancient to present times; Babylonian and Assyrian Libraries;
Egyptian, Greek and Roman Libraries; important ancient libraries of Bangladesh
Unit-2: History of books and writing materials from ancient time to modern age; history of
paper-making and printing with special reference to Bengal printing
Unit-3: Development of library and its role in the society with special reference to
Bangladesh; ethics of information professionals; laws of Library Science
Unit-4: Different types of libraries: academic, public, special and national libraries
Unit-5: Information science as a discipline; evolution of library science to information
science; current trends of information science
Reading list:
Akers, S. Simple Library Cataloguing.
Hunter, E. J. & Bakewell, K.G.B. Cataloguing.
Mann, M. Introduction to cataloging and classification of books.
Sayers, W. C. Berwick. A manual for classification of libraries and bibliographers.
Saiful Islam, K.M. Essentials of Cataloguing and Classification
Paper Code
Paper Title:
213803
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Basics of Classification and Cataloguing
Class Hours: 60
(A) Classification
Unit-1: Definition, purpose, functions; Purpose of arrangement of library materials, factors to
determine the arrangement, helpful order, steps of subject determination, terms used
in classification.
Unit-2: Principles of classification: predicable, tree of porphyry, principles of division,
canons and criteria of book classification.
Unit-3: Special features of book classification: Generalia class, form class, standard
subdivision , notation - definition, purpose, kinds of notation, qualities of good
notation mnemonic value of notation. Index: definition, function and kinds of index.
Unit-4: Criteria of a good classification and construction of a classification scheme.
(B) Cataloguing
Unit-1: Basic concepts of catalogue and cataloguing :Definitions, purposes, objectives,
functions, importance, characteristics of catalogue, kinds of catalogue and their
comparative analysis, catalogue vs bibliography.
Unit-2: Bibliographical / Technical reading of printed media and elements of catalogue
entry .
Unit-3: Subject headings, general rules & procedures of cataloguing.
Unit-4: Modern system of cataloguing.
Reading list:
Mann, Margaret. Introduction to cataloging and classification of books.
Hunter,Eric J. & Bakewell, K.G.B. Cataloguing.
Akers, Susan Grey. Simple Library Cataloguing.
Sayers,W.C. Berwick. A manual for classification of libraries and bibliographers.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
213805
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Introduction to Computer and Communication Technologies
Unit-1: Evolution and development of information communication technologies (ICTs);

application of ICT in different areas of library and information centres; use of ICTs in
different fields of library of information centres in Bangladesh
Unit-2: Computer technologies: basic components of a computer system; computer
generations
Unit-3: Computer hardware: Overview of computer hardware; input, storage and output
devices of a computer system
Unit-4: Software: system and application software; introduction to some application software
such as word processing, database management, desktop publishing, spreadsheets, graphics,
communication and operating systems like Windows and Linux; Practical demonstration
Unit-5: Introduction to some application software used in the libraries and information
centres in Bangladesh
Unit-6: Computer networks: types of computer networks and their configurations; layers and
protocol of computer networks; current situation and problems and prospects of using ICTs in
Bangladesh
Reading list:
Akers, S. Simple Library Cataloguing.
Hunter, E. J. & Bakewell, K.G.B. Cataloguing.
Mann, M. Introduction to cataloging and classification of books.
Sayers, W. C. Berwick. A manual for classification of libraries and bibliographers.
Saiful Islam, K.M. Essentials of Cataloguing and Classification
Paper Code
Paper Title:
213807
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Management of Library and Information Centre
Class Hours: 60
Unit-1: Library administration and management: General Principles of administration and

management; administrative theories and their application in library administration;
principles of library and Information centre management
Unit-2: Management principles in different types of libraries and Information centres

Unit-3: Library and Information centre planning: organizing, staffing, controlling library
operations.
Unit-4: Library committee: definition, function and responsibilities; formation of library
committee in different types of libraries; role of the librarian in the committee
Unit-5: Library operations: acquisition, processing, circulation and reference functions;
reader service
Unit-6: Library building planning: prerequisites of library planning and architectural view;
location of the building; interior decoration; furniture, fittings, lighting, ventilation, etc.
Unit-7: Management by Objectives (MBO)
Unit-8: Scientific management: staff strength; principles and standards for selection and
appointment; staff management and job description
Unit-9: Financing and budgeting: importance of budgeting; budget heads; schedule of
budgeting; principles of budgeting; decision making in the budgeting process; items of
expenditure; types of library budget; preparing annual report
Reading list:
Cooper, M.J. What computers can do: a guide for the plainsman.
Gliem, G.A. Programme flow-charting.
Hipgrave, Richard. Computing terms and acronyms a dictionary.
Honter, E.. The A B C of BASIC : an introduction to programming for librarians.
Price, W.T. Introduction to data processing.
Savsevice, T. Introduction to information science.
Paper Code
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
212009
Paper Title
Durkheim, Max Weber
8.

Types of societies: Marxist view on classifying societies on the basis of type of control over
Subsistance.
9.
Deviance & Social Control: Definition of deviance, theories of deviance. Crime & justice
Reference
Giddens Sociology
Paper Code
Paper Title
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
212111
Class Hours : 60
Books
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Recommended:
Paper Code
Paper Title
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
211909
Class Hours : 60
and Rousseau.
Books Recommended :
Paper Code
Paper Title:
211501
Marks: 100
Credits: 4

L) bZvwK MVb
M) fvlv
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N) cvwKvb mw, 1947
7
Class Hours: 60

ivRbwZK eenvi)
GjGdI

K) cUf~wg
9| gywhy 1971
K) ^`k cZveZb
L) msweavb cYqb
M) hy wea `k cybMVb

b.
c.
d.
e.
Ethniccomposition.
Language.
4.
a.
b.
c.
LanguageMovementandquestforBengaliidentity
MisrulebyMuslimLeagueandStrugglefordemocraticpolitics.
TheLanguageMovement:contextandphases.
UnitedfrontofHaqueVasaniSuhrawardi:electionof1954,consequences.
5.
a.
b.
c.
Militaryrule:theregimesofAyubKhanandYahiaKhan(19581971)
Definitionofmilitaryrulesanditscharacteristics.
AyubKhansrisetopowerandcharacteristicsofhisrule(Politicalrepression,Basicdemocracy,
Islamisation)
FallofAyubKhanandYahiaKhansrule(Abolitionofoneunit,universalsuffrage,theLegal
FrameworkOrder)
8.
a.
b.
c.
Electionof1970andtheDeclarationofIndependencebyBangobondhu
Electionresultandcentresrefusaltocomply
Thenoncooperationmovement,the7thMarch,Address,OperationSearchlight
DeclarationofIndependencebyBangobondhuandhisarrest
9.
a.
b.
c.
ThewarofLiberation1971
Genocide,repressionofwomen,refugees
FormationofBangladeshgovernmentandproclamationofIndependence
Thespontaneousearlyresistanceandsubsequentorganizedresistance(MuktiFouz,Mukti
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
j.
k.
PublicityCampaigninthewarofLiberation(ShadhinBanglaBetarKendra,theCampaigns
Contributionofstudents,womenandthemasses(Peopleswar)
TheroleofsuperpowersandtheMuslimstatesintheLiberationwar.
TheAntiliberationactivitiesoftheoccupationarmy,thePeaceCommittee,AlBadar,AlShams,
TrialofBangabondhuandreactionoftheWorldCommunity.
ThecontributionofIndiaintheLiberationWar
FormationofjointcommandandtheVictory
TheoverallcontributionofBangabondhuintheIndependencestruggle.
a. Homecoming
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10
NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
First Year Syllabus

Department of Philosophy

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Subject: Philosophy
Session: 2013-2014
FIRST YEAR
Paper Code
211701
211703
211705
211707
212009
212111
211909
211501
Paper Title
Problems of Philosophy
History of Western Philosophy : Ancient and Medieval
General Ethics
Psychology
Or,
Or,
Marks
100
100
100
100
100
Credits
4
4
4
4
4

Total =
100
600
4
24
Detailed Syllabus
Detailed Syllabus
Paper Code : 211701
Paper Title :
Marks : 100
Problems of Philosophy
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
Group : A
The nature, scope and methods of philosophy.
Functions of philosophy.
Relation of philosophy to science, religion and common-sense.
Epistemology: theories of the origin of knowledge : authoritarianism, rationalism,
empiricism, critical theory of Kant, intuitionism.
The objects of knowledge: idealism and realism.
Theories of Truth: correspondence, coherence and pragmatic theories.
Theories of Evolution: mechanical, teleological, creative and emergent.
Group : B
Concept of matter, space and time.
The nature of Life: mechanism, vitalism and the concept of emergence.
Theories of reality: idealism and materialism, monism, dualism and pluralism.
Problem of mind-body relation.
The problem of value, types of value.
Freedom of will and immortality of the soul.
Books Recommended
1. Edwards, P. and Pap, A. (eds.) : A Modern Introduction to Philosophy, New York: Free
Press of Galence, 1963
2. Hirst, R. J. (ed.) : Philosophy, London: Routledge and Kegan Paul, 1970
3. Hospers, J. : An Introduction to Philosophical Analysis, New Delhi: Allied Publishers,
1975
4. Joad, C. E. M.. : Introduction to Modern Philosophy, Oxford : Clarendon Press,1953
5. Matin, A. : An Outline of Philosophy, 2nd edition, Dhaka : Adhuna Publishers, 2006
6. Patrick, T. W. : Introduction to Philosophy, New York: George Allen and Unwin, 1968
7. Taylor, A. E. : Elements of Metaphysics, London: University Paperbacks, 1961
8. Titus, H. H. : Living Issues in Philosophy, New Delhi: Eurasia Publishing House, 1968
9. Mvwe`P` è : Zwe`v mvi, XvKv : evsjv GKvWgx 1975
10. Avwgbyj Bmjvg : RMr Rxeb `kb, 2q msiY, XvKv, 2002
11. ___ : Bmjvg, `kb fvebv : mgmv I mvebv, XvKv, 2009
12. Gg. gwZDi ingvb : `kbi wPivqZ mgmv : c_g L : vbZ, XvKv : Aemi cKvkbv msv, 2014
13. ___ : `kbi wPivqZ mgmv : wZxq L : civZ, XvKv : Aemi cKvkbv msv, 2014
3
14. ___ I Ave`yj nvB Xvjx : `kbi g~jbxwZ, XvKv: bfj cvewjwks nvDm, 5g msiY, 2009
15. gyn` Ave`yj evix : `kbi K_v, XvKv : nvmvb eyK nvDm, 1988
16. b~i bex : `kbi mgmvejx, XvKv : AvBwWqvj jvBewi, 1990
17. ikx`yj Avjg, `kbi f~wgKv, eov : mvwnZ KzwUi, 1979
Paper Code : 211703

Paper Title :
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
History of Western Philosophy: Ancient and Medieval
Group : A
A brief introduction to Greek philosophy--- Milesian philosophy, Pythagorean philosophy,
philosophy
of change and permanence, pluralistic philosophy and Anaxagoras, Philosophy of the
Sophists,
Socrates, Plato, Aristotle and Neo-Platonists.
Group : B
A brief introduction to medieval philosophy, characteristics of medieval philosophy,
Scholasticism, Philosophy of St. Anselm, St. Augustine, Thomas Aquinas, John Duns Scotus,
William of Occam.
Books Recommended
1. Allan, D. J. : The Philosophy of Aristotle, Oxford: Oxford University Press, 1970
2. Armstrong, A. H. : An Introduction to Ancient Philosophy, London: Clarendon Press,
1959
3. Boyd, W. : An Introduction to the Republic of Plato, London: George Allen and Unwin,
1962
4. Burnet, J. : Early Greek Philosophy, London: Adam and Charls blach, 1963
5. Conford, F. M. : The Republic of Plato, Oxford: Oxford University Press, 1945
6. Copleston, F. : A History of Philosophy, Vol. I, New York: Image Books, 1962
7. McKeon, R. : Introduction to Aristotle, New York: Modern Library, 1947
8. Nettleship, R. L. : Lectures on the Republic of Plato, London: Macmillan and Co., 1964
Radhakrishnan, S. (ed.) : History of Philosophy : Eastern and Western, Vol. 2,
London: George Allen and Unwin, 1953
9. Russell, B. : History of Western Philosophy, London: George Allen and Unwin Ltd., 1946;
Abyev` : c`xc ivq, cvvZ `kbi BwZnvm, c_g L, cwiewaZ I cwigvwRZ, XvKv: Aemi cKvkbv
msv, 2006
10. Stace, W. T. : A Critical History of Greek Philosophy, London: Macmillan and Co., 1962
11. Taylor, A. E. (ed.) : Aristotle, London: Prentice Hall, 1963
4
12. Thilly, F. : A History of Philosophy, Allahabad: Central Book Depo, 1973

13. Zeller, E. : Outlines of the History of Greek Philosophy, New York: Rutledge & Kegan
Paul, 1963
14. Avwgbyj Bmjvg : cvPxb I gahyMi cvvZ `kb, XvKv, 2q msiY, 2002
15. _____ : cvvZ `kbi BwZnvm : _wjm _K wnDg, 1g L, XvKv, 2009
16. Ave`yj nvwjg : MxK `kb : cv I cmvi, XvKv : evsjv GKvWgx 1975
17. ZviKP` ivq : cvv `kbi BwZnvm: cvPxb I gahyM, c_g L, MxK `kb I gahyMi `kb, KwjKvZv,
1362
18. Gg. Avyi ivvK, gahyMi `kbi BwZnvm, XvKv, 2006
19. Avj nvB ZvjyK`vi, cvvZ `kbi BwZe (cvPxb I gahyM) : XvKv : wè cKvk, 2006
Paper Code : 211705

Paper Title :
Marks : 100
General Ethics
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
Nature, scope & utility of ethics.

Normative ethics, meta-ethics, practical ethics, environmental ethics.
Relation of ethics to religion, psychology and sociology.
Moral Judgment its nature, subject and object.
Postulates of moral judgment.
Moral action : voluntary, non-voluntary and involuntary actions.
Theories of moral standard : utilitarianism, intuitionism, perfectionism, evolutionism,
rationalism,
Theories of relationship between individual and society.
Theories of punishment.
Moral progress and virtue.
Books Recommended
1. Albert, E.M. (ed.): Great Traditions in Ethics, California: Wadsworth, 1984
2. Frankena, W.K. : Ethics, New Delhi: Prentice-Hall, 1995
3. Honer, S.M., et. al. ed. : Invitation to Philosophy, California: Wadsworth, 1982
4. Lillie, W. : An Introduction to Ethics, London: Methuen and Co., 1966
5. Mabbott, J.D. : An Introduction to Ethics, London: Hutchinson, 1966
6. Mackenzie, J.S.: A Manual of Ethics, University Tutorial Press, 1980
7. Mappes, T.A. (ed.): Social Ethics, New York: McGraw-Hill, 1987
8. Porter, B.F.: The Good Life : Alternatives in Ethics, New York: Macmillan Publishing
Co., 1980
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
Rashid, Haroon : Normative Marxism : Making Sense of Jon Elsters Marx, Dhaka:
Jatiya Sahittya Prokash, 2007
Roston, Holmes: Environmental Ethics: Duties to and Values in the Natural World,
Philadelphia, Temple Univesity Press, 1988
Scherer and Attig (eds.): Ethics and the Environment, New Jersy: Prentice-Hall, 1983
Taylor, P.W.: Principles of Ethics: An Introduction, California: Wadsworth, 1975
Wellmar, C. : Morals and Ethics, New Jersy: Prentice Hall, 1988
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16. ivwk`v AvLZvi Lvbg : bxwZwe`v : Z I weklY, XvKv : RvZxq mvwnZ cKvk, 2002
17. nvib ikx` : gvKmxq `kb, XvKv : RvZxq mvwnZ cKvk, 2007
18. AvLZvi mvenvb Lvb, gvKmev` I bvqciZvi aviYv, XvKv : evsjv GKvWgx, 2008
Paper Code : 211707

Paper Title :
Marks : 100
Psychology
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
Origin, nature and scope of psychology, as a science.

Methods of psychology.
Sub-field of psychology, psychological basis of behaviour.
The nervous system, motivation, emotion, conflict and adjustment.
Mental health and re-adjustment techniques.
Attention, perception, learning, memory and forgetting.
Intelligence, testing personality.
Books Recommended
1. Andrews, T.G. (ed): Methods of Psychology, New York: Witey, 1948
2. Bartlett, F.C., Remembering : A Study in Experimental and Social Psychology,
Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 1995
3. Boring, E.G.: Sensation and Perception in the History of Experimental Psychology, New
York: Appleton-Century Crofts, 1989
4. Dember, W.N.: Psychology of Perception, New York: Holt, Rinehart and Winston Inc.,
1960
5. Eysenck, H.J.: Dimensions of Personality, New Brunswick, N.J.: Transaction Publishers,
1998
6. _____: The Structure of Personality, London: Methuen and Co., 1959
7. Fraisse, P.: The Psychology of Time, London: Eyre and Spotishwood, 1963
8. Gulford, J.P.: Personality, New York: McGraw-Hill Book Co., 1959
9. Guthrie, E.R.: The Psychology of Learning, New York: Harper and Row, 1952
10. Hilgard, E. R. : Introduction to Psychology, New York: Harcourt, Orace and Co., 1979
11. Hull, C.L.: Principles of Behavior: An Introduction to Behavior Theory, New York:
Appleton Century Crofts, 1966
12. Morgan, C. T. and R. A. King : Introduction to Psychology, New York: McGraw-Hill
Book Co., 1966
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14. Avdmvi Dxb, mvaviY gbvwevb, ivRkvnx : ivRkvnx wekwe`vjq, 1999
15. gvnv` iIkb Avjx : AvaywbK gbvwevb, XvKv: gwjK ev`vm, 1992
Paper Code
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
212009
Paper Title
Durkheim, Max Weber
Subsistance.
Reference
Giddens Sociology
Paper Code
Paper Title
Marks : 100
212111
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
Books
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Recommended:
Paper Code
Paper Title
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
211509
Class Hours : 60
and Rousseau.
Books Recommended :
Paper Code
Paper Title:
211501
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60

L) bZvwK MVb
M) fvlv
L) jvnvi cve, 1940
N) cvwKvb mw, 1947
ivRbwZK eenvi)
K) cUf~wg
GjGdI

9| gywhy 1971
K) ^`k cZveZb
L) msweavb cYqb
M) hy wea `k cybMVb

1.
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
Ethniccomposition.
Language.
10
4.
a.
b.
c.
5.
a.
b.
c.
AyubKhansrisetopowerandcharacteristicsofhisrule(Politicalrepression,Basicdemocracy,
Islamisation)
FallofAyubKhanandYahiaKhansrule(Abolitionofoneunit,universalsuffrage,theLegal
FrameworkOrder)
8.
a.
b.
c.
a. Homecoming
11
b.
c.
d.
Makingoftheconstitution
Reconstructionofthewarravagedcountry
ThemurderofBangabondhuandhisfamilyandtheideologicalturnaround.
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1992|
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2001|
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Dhaka 1977.
12
NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
First Year Syllabus

Department of Sangskrit

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Subject: Sanskrit
Session: 2013-2014
FIRST YEAR
Paper Code
211301
211303
211305
211307
212009
212111
211909
211501
Paper Title
Sanskrit Language -I
History of Vedic Literature
History of Sanskrit Literature
Sanskrit Story Literature
or
or
Total =
Marks
100
100
100
100
100
Credit
4
4
4
4
4
100
600
4
24
Detailed Syllabus
Paper Code
Paper Title
211301
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
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Paper Title
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Credits : 4
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Paper Code
Paper Title
211305
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
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AB Keith
Krishnamachariar
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A History of Sanskrit Literature

A History of Indian Literature
Paper Code
Paper Title
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Marks : 100
Credits : 4
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AA Macdonell
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A History of Indian Literature
Paper Code
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
212009
Paper Title
mal-development.
Subsistance.
Reference
Giddens Sociology
Paper Code
Paper Title
Marks : 100
212111
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
Books
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Recommended:
Boston, 1986.
Paper Code
Paper Title
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
211909
Class Hours : 60
Internationalism.
Rousseau.
Books Recommended :
Paper Code
Paper Title:
211501
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60

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NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
First Year Syllabus

DepartmentofMarketing
FourYearB.B.A.(Honours)Course
National University
Subject: Marketing
Syllabus for Four Year BBA Honours Course
Effective from the Session: 2013-2014
Year-wise Papers and marks distribution.
First Year
Paper Code
212301
212303
212305
212307
212309
211501
Paper Title
Introduction to Business
Principles of Marketing-I
Financial Accounting
Principles of Management
Introduction to Computer
History of the Emergence Independent of Bangladesh
Total =
Marks
100
100
100
100
100
100
600
Credits
4
4
4
4
4
4
24
Detailed Syllabus
Paper Code : 212301
Paper Title :
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS
1. The Business Enterprise: Foundation of Business and Economics, Form of Business

Ownership, Entrepreneurship, Franchising and Small Business.
2. The Environment for Business: Social Responsibility and Business Ethics, Business Law
and Government, International Business.
3. Management and Organization: Fundamentals of Management, Organizing the Business,
Managing production and Operation.
4. Human Resources: Human Relation and Motivation, Managing Human Resources, Labor
Management Relations.
5. Marketing : Marketing Strategy, Product & Price, Distribution and Promotion.
6. Financial Management: Money and Banking, Financial
Management, Investment and Personal Finance, Risk Management and Insurance.
7. Accounting and Information Systems: Accounting Fundamentals, Computers and
Management Information Systems.
Book Recommended :
1. Steven J. Skinner & John M Ivanceich
Introduction to Business, Kent Publishing

Company, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Book Reference :
1. Straub and Attner
Paper Code : 212303

Paper Title :
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING - I
Class Hours : 60
1. Marketing: Creating and Capturing Customer Value

Marketing Defined, The Marketing Process- Understanding the Marketplace and Customer
Needs- Designing a Customer Driven Marketing Strategy- Preparing an integrated Marketing
Plan and Program- Building Customer Relationships- Capturing Value from Customers-The
Changing Marketing Landscape- The Digital Age, Rapid globalitation, The Call for More
Ethics and Social Responsibility, The growth of Non-for-Profit Marketing.
2. Company and Marketing Strategy: Partnering to Build Customer Relationships:
Companywide Strategic Planning: Defining Marketings Role, Planning Marketing:
Partnering to Build Customer Relationships -Marketing Strategy and the Marketing MixCustomer- Driven Marketing Strategy, Developing an Integrated Marketing Mix.-Managing
the Marketing Effort-Marketing Analysis, Marketing Planning-Marketing Implementation
and Control.
3. Analyzing the Marketing Environment: The Companys Micro-environment-The
Companys Macro-environment Responding to the Marketing Environment.
4. Managing Marketing Information to Gain Customer Insights: Assessing Marketing
Information Needs, Developing Marketing Information, Marketing Research, Analysing and
using Marketing Information, Other Marketing Information Considerations.
5. Consumer Markets and Consumer Buyer Behavior: Model of Consumer Behavior,
Characteristics Affecting Consumer Behavior-Types of Buying Decision Behavior-The
Buyer Decision Process-The Buyer Decision Process for New Products.
6. Business Markets and Business Buyer Behavior: Business Markets -Business Buyer
Behavior -Institutional and Government Markets.
7. Customer-Driven Marketing Strategy: Creating Value for Target Customers: Market
Segmentation- Segmenting Consumer Markets, Segmenting Business Markets, Segmenting,
International Markets, Requirements for effective Segmentation-Market TargetingEvaluating Market Segments, Selecting Target Market Segments, Socially Responsibility
Target Marketing-Differentiation and Positioning Choosing a Differentiation and

Positioning Strategy, Communicating and Delivering the Choosen Position.
8. Products, Services, and Brands: Building Customer Value
What is a Product- Products, Servies, and Experiences, Levels of Product and Services,
Product and Service Classifications-Product and Service Decisions- Individual Product and
Service Decisions, Product Line Decisions, Product Mix Decisions-Branding Strategy:
Building Strong Brands- Brand Equity, Building Strong Brands, Managing Brands-Services
Marketing- Nature and Characterices of a Service, Marketing Strategies for Service firms.
9. New-Product Development and Product Life Cycle Strategies: New- Product
Development Strategy, The New-Product Development Process-Managing New- Product
Development- Customer Centered New- Product Development, Team-Based New-Product
Development, Systematic New- Product Development-Product Life-Cycle Strategies
Additional Product and Service Considertations Product Decisions and Social
Responsibility, International Product and Services Marketing.
10. Pricing : Understanding and Capturing Customer Value:
What is a Price?-Factors to Consider When Setting Prices- Customer Perceptions of Value,
Company and Product costs, other Internal and External Considerations, Affecting Price
Decisions.
Book Recommended :
1. Philip Kotler & Gary Armstrong
Principls of Marketing, Prentice Hall
Fundamentals of Marketing, McGraw-Hill

International Book Company
Reference Book :
1. W.J. Stanton, Etzel & Walker
Paper Code : 212305

Paper Title :
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING
1. Introduction: Definition and Terms of Accounting The Accounting Process- Accounting

Information- Accounting Systems- Financial Accounting Information- Basic Functions of
Accounting Systems- Designing and Installing Accounting System- Users of Accounting
Information- External Financial Reporting.
2. Management Accounting Information: Internal Users of Accounting InformationObjectives of Management Accounting Integrity of Accounting Information- Institutional
Features- Professional Organizations-Ethical Issues in Accounting.
3. Basic Financial Statements: The Accounting Equation-The effects of Business Transactions
on the Equation-Income Statement-Statement of Cash Flow.
4. The Accounting Cycle: The Ledger-The Use of Accounts- Debit and Credit Entries
Recording Transactions in Ledger Accounts.
5. The Journal: Net Income- Retained Earnings- Revenues- Expenses- The Accrual Bans of
Accounting Dividends- Recording Revenues and Expenses- The Trial Balance.
6. Reporting Financial Results: Adjusting Entries- Converting Assets to Expenses- The
Concept of Depreciation- Converting Liabilities to Revenue- Accruals- Final Adjusting
Entries-Adjusting Entries and Accounting Principles.
7. Preparing Financial Statements: Closing Temporary Accounts- Summary of the Closing
Process- After Closing Trial Balance- The Worksheet.
8. Accounting for Merchandising Activities: Income Statement of a Merchandising
Company- General Ledger Accounts- Perpetual Inventory Systems- Periodic Inventory
Systems.
9. Modifying an Accounting System: Transactions Relating to Purchases-Transactions
Relating to Sales- Evaluating the Performance of Merchandising.
10. Inventories and the Cost of Goods Sold: Flow of Inventory Costs-Physical InventoriesFIFO-LIFO- Liquidity of Inventory.
Book Recommended :
1. Meigs, Williams, Haka and Beltner
Financial Accounting, McGraw Hill Inc.
Accounting Principles, John Wiley & Sons Inc.
Reference Book:
1. Weygandt, Kimmel & Kieso
Paper Code : 212307

Paper Title :
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT
1. Management Science, Theory and Practice Definition of Management- Its Managing:

Science or Art? The elements of science- Functions of Managers- Management Principles.
2. Planning: Nature of Plans Types of Plans- Steps in Planning- Tools and Techniques for
Planning- The Planning Process.
3. Objectives: Nature of Objectives- The Process of MBO- Setting Objectives-Benefits and
Weaknesses of MBO.
4. Decision Making: The Importance and Limitations of rational Decision Making Search for
atternatives- Evaluation of alternatives- Selecting an alternative- Decision Making under
Certainty, uncertainty & Risk- Moderrn Approaches to Decision Making under uncertaintyEvaluating the importance of a DecisionDecision Support Systems.
5. Organizing: Formal & Informal Organisation- Organisational Division- Organisational
Levels & the span of Management- Factors determining an effective span.
6. Organisational Stracture: Departmentation: Departmentation by simple numbersDepartmentation by time- Departmentation by functionDepartmentation by TerritoryCustomer Departmentation- Process or Equipment Departmentation- Departmentation by
product- Matrix Organisation- Choosing the pattern of Departmentation.
7. Line/Staff Authority and Decentralization: Authority & Power- line and staff conceptsFunctional Authority Benefits & Limitations of Staff Decentralisation of Authority
Delegation of Authority Factors Determining the Degree of Decentralisation of Authority.
8. Leading: Human Factors in Managing-Motivation & Motivators- Motivation: The carrot and
the stick- An early Behavioral Model: McGregors Theory X and Theory Y- Hierarchy of
need Theory Leadership Behavior and Styles.
9. Controlling: The Basic Control Process- Critical Control Points and Standards- Control as a
Feedback System- Requirements for Effective Control.
10. Committee and Group Decision Making: The nature of Committees- Reasons for using
Committees- Disadvantages of committees- Misuse of Committees.
Book Recommended :
1. Harold Koontz Heinz Weihrich
Management, McGraw Hill Book Company
Reference Book:
1. James A F Stonner and R Edward Freeman: Management, Prentice Hall of India Private
Limited, New Delhi.
Paper Code : 212309

Paper Title :
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER
1. Overview: What is a Computer System?, Computer Hardware, Computer Software, Types of

Computer Systems, Computing Trends: Connectivity, Online Access, Interactivity,
Connectivity, Telecommunicating, Telescoping, and E-mail and Voice Mail, Online
Information Access: Examples of Databases, Online Services and Networks, and BBSs
(Bulletin Board System), Interactivity: Multimedia Computers, TV/PC Smart Boxes,
Personal Digital Assistants etc.
2. Computer Hardware: Input Hardware, Processing Hardware, Storage Hardware, Output

Hardware.
3. Computer Software: Applications Software, Systems Software.
4. Information Management: Management Information Systems, How does Management
make decision?, Types of Information System, Developing and implementing a Management
Information System.
5. Purchasing and Maintaining a Microcomputer System: Purchasing a System: What to
Consider, Maintaining a System, The Environmentally Aware Computer User.
6. Practical: Operating Systems: Windows98, Word Processing: Microsoft Word,
Spreadsheet Analysis: Microsoft Excel, Presentation: Microsoft Powerpoint, Basic Hardware
& Troubleshooting, Internet & E-mail operation.
Book Recommended :
1. Sarah E. Hutchinson & Stacey C. Sawyer:
Computers and Information Systems, McGraw

Hill Companies Inc.
Reference Book:
1. Suresh K. Basandra
Paper Code: 211501

Paper Title:
Computer Systems Today, Wheeler Publishing

New- Delhi
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60

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1. Description of the country and its people.
a. Geographical features and their influence.
b. Ethnic composition.
c. Language.
d. Cultural syncretism and religious tolerance.
e. Distinctive identity of Bangladesh in the context of undivided Bangladesh.
2. Proposal for undivided sovereign Bengal and the partition of the Sub Continent, 1947.
a. Rise of communalism under the colonial rule, Lahore Resolution 1940.
b. The proposal of Suhrawardi and Sarat Bose for undivided Bengal : consequences
c. The creation of Pakistan 1947 .
3.
a.
b.
C.
Pakistan: Structure of the state and disparity.

Central and provincial structure.
Influence of Military and Civil bureaucracy.
Economic , social and cultural disparity
4.
a.
b.
c.
Language Movement and quest for Bengali identity

Misrule by Muslim League and Struggle for democratic politics .
The Language Movement: context and phases .
United front of Haque Vasani Suhrawardi: election of 1954, consequences.
5. Military rule: the regimes of Ayub Khan and Yahia Khan (1958-1971)
a. Definition of military rules and its characteristics.
b. Ayub Khans rise to power and characteristics of his rule (Political repression, Basic democracy, Islamisation)
c. Fall of Ayub Khan and Yahia Khans rule (Abolition of one unit, universal suffrage, the Legal Framework
Order)
6. Rise of nationalism and the Movement for self determination .
a. Resistance against cultura l aggression and resurgence of Bengali culture.
b. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and the six point movement

c. Reactions : Importance and significance
d . The Agortola Case 1968.
7. The mass- upsurge of 1969 and 11 point movement: background,programme and significance.
8. Election of 1970 and the Declaration of Independence by Bangobondhu
a. Election result and centres refusal to comply
b. The non co-operation movement, the 7th March , Address , Operation Searchlight
c. Declaration of Independence by Bangobondhu and his arrest
9. The war of Liberation 1971
a. Genocide, repression of women, refugees
b. Formation of Bangladesh government and proclamation of Independence
c. The spontaneous early resistance and subsequent organized resistance (Mukti Fouz, Mukti Bahini, guerillas and
the frontal warfare )
d. Publicity Campaign in the war of Liberation (Shadhin Bangla Betar Kendra, the Campaigns abroad and
formation of public opinion )
e. Contribution of students, women and the masses (Peoples war)
f. The role of super powers and the Muslim states in the Liberation war.
g. The Anti-liberation activities of the occupation army, the Peace Committee, Al-Badar, Al-Shams, Rajakars, pro
Pakistan political parties and Pakistani Collaborators , killing of the intellectuals.
h. Trial of Bangabondhu and reaction of the World Community.
i. The contribution of India in the Liberation War
j. Formation of joint command and the Victory
k. The overall contribution of Bangabondhu in the Independence struggle.
10. The Bangabondhu Regime 1972-1975
a. Homecoming
b. Making of the constitution
c. Reconstruction of the war ravaged country
d. The murder of Bangabondhu and his family and the ideological turn-around.
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NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
First Year Syllabus

DepartmentofFinance&Banking
FourYearBBA(Honours)Course
National University
Subject: Finance & Banking
First Year
Paper Code
212401
212403
212405
212407
212409
211501
Paper Title
Principles of Accounting
Principles of Finance
Principles of Marketing
Micro Economics
Total =
Marks
100
100
100
100
100
100
600
Credits
4
4
4
4
4
4
24
Detailed Syllabus
Paper Code: 212401
Paper Title:
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING
1. Accounting-The Language of Business: Definition and Scope of Accounting, Its role and
functions, History of Accounting, Purpose and Nature of Accounting Information-Users of
Accounting Information. Branches of Accounting-Nature of Business and Accounting.
2. Conceptual Framework for Financial Accounting: FASB Conceptual Frame for Financial
Accounting-First Level: Basic Objectives (SFAC-1); Second Level: Qualitative
Characteristics of Accounting Information (SFAC-2); Third Level: Operational Guidelines.
3. The Accounting Process: Double Entry-Accounting System vis-a-vis Incomplete System,
Accounting Equation-Effects of Transactions on the Accounting Equation. The AccountantClassification of Accounts-Selection of Account titles-Chart of Accounts-Coding-Rules of
Debit and Credit Balancing and Normal Balance-Recording (Bookkeeping), Aspect of
Accounting Cycle: Documentary Evidence and Identification, Analysis, and Recording of
Transactions and Other Events-Journalization-Posting to the Ledger-Preparation of Trial
Balance-Limitations of Trial Balance, Errors and their Rectification.
4. The Adjustment Process and Completing the Accounting Process: Key aspects of the
Accrual basis of Accounting, Cash Accounting and Break-up basis of AccountingAdjustments-Adjusted Trial Balance-Preparation of Work Sheet-Closing Entries-PostClosing Trial Balance-Reserving Entries.
5. Merchandising Operations and Accounting System: Merchandising Operations and
Classifying Inventory-Purchases, Sales, Other use of Loss and Returns of Merchandise
Inventory-Periodic and Perpetual Inventory Systems and Journal Entries-Specific
6.
7.
8.
9.
Identification Method and Inventory Cost Flow Assumption (FIFO, LIFO and Average
Cost).
Accounting Systems and Special Ledgers: Manual and Computerized Accounting Systems
and their effectiveness-The Voucher System-General Ledgers and Subsidiary Ledgers:
General Ledger Control Accounts and Subsidiary Ledger Individual Accounts. Special
Journals: Advantages of Special Journals-Cash Receipts Journal-Sales Journals-Purchase
Journal-Cash Payments Journal and General Journal.
Control of Cash: Controlling cash, Internal Control, The Bank chequing account, Petty
Cash, Bank Reconciliation Statement.
Accounting for Receivable and Current Liabilities: Receivable-Types of Receivables
valuing and disposing Uncollectible accounts-Allowance for doubtful accounts, Accounting
for temporary investments-Marketable Securities-Accounting for current liabilities.
Financial Statements as a Reporting Device: Idea on a Complete Set of Financial
Statement. Purpose and interrelationship of the Financial Statement. Importance, Limitations
and Preparation of Financial Statements. Supplementary Statements/Schedules. Preparation
of Statements according to Nature of Business. Statements for Nonprofit Organizations.
Prepara5tion of Financial Statements according to Legal Form of Business: Soleproprietorship Organizations, Partnership Firms & Company (Introductory Idea).
Books Recommended:
1. Weygandt, Jerry J., Kimmel, Paul
D. and Kieso Donald
Paper Code: 212403

Paper Title:
Marks : 100
Accounting Principles (latest edition), John

Wiley & Sons. Inc.
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
PRINCIPLES OF FINANCE
1. Introduction: Conceptual framework, Financial Decision making, Role of Finance in a firm.

Goal of financial management of a firm, Finance as a discipline.
2. Short Term Financing: Characteristics and sources, spontaneous sources, unsecured and
secured short term loan, Assignment and factoring of accounts receivables and inventory
financing.
3. Intermediate Term Financing: Characteristics and sources, different methods, repayment
method and effective interest calculation.
4. Time value of Money: Basic concepts, computing present value and future value : Single
amounts-Annuities-Mixed streams.
5. Long Term Financing: Characteristics and uses, Common stock capital, Preferred Stock
Capital and Bond, Valuation of Stock and Bond.
6. Risk and Return: Risk and Return fundamentals, Measuring risk; Probability distribution,
Expected value, Standard deviation and co-efficient of variation. Risk premium, Risk and
required rate of return, CAPM. Leverage and Risk-Financial Risk, Business Risk.
7. Capital Budgeting Cash Flows: The Capital Budgeting Decision Process-The relevant cash
flows, finding initial investment, finding the operating cash inflows, finding the terminal cash
flow, summarizing the relevant cash flows.
8. Capital Budgeting Techniques: Overview of capital budgeting techniques-Pay Back Period,

Net Present Value (NPV), Internal Rate of Return (IRR), Comparing NPV and IRR.
9. Capital Structure Decision: The firms capital structure-The EBIT-EPS approach to capital
structure, Choosing the Optimal Capital Structure.
Book Recommended:
: Principles of Managerial Finance, 10th edition
1. Gitman Lawrence G
Reference Book:
1. Brigham eugene F, Ehrhardt
Michael C,
: Financial Management Theory and Practice,

11th edition, South-Western
2. Lawrence D, Schall & Charls

W. Haley
: Introduction to Financial Management
Paper Code: 212405

Paper Title:
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING
1. Creating and Capturing Customer Vatue: What is marketing? Understanding the

marketplace and customer needs. Designing a custonrer driven marketing strategy. Preparing
an integrated marketing plan and program Building customer relationship. Capturing value
from customers. The changing marketing landscape.
2. Company and Marketing Strategy-Partnering to Build Customer Relationships:
Company-wide strategic planning. Planning marketing. Marketing strategy and the marketing
mix. Managing the marketing effort. Measuring and managing return on marketing
investment.
3. Analyzing the Marketing Environment: The Company's microenvirorrment. The
company's macro environment. Responding to the marketing environment.
4. Markets and Their Buyer Behavior: Consumer Markets and Consumer Buyer Behavior:
Consumer market Model of consumer behavior. Characteristics affecting consumer behavior.
Types of buyer decision behavior. The buyer decision process. The Buyer decision process of
new products. Business Markets and Business Buyer Behavior ; Business market. Business
buyer behavior. Institutional and government markets.
5. Customer-Driven. Marketing Strategy: Creating value for Target Customers: Market
segrnentation. Market targeting. Differentiation and positioning.
6. Products, Services, and Brands: Building Customer value: What is Product? Product and
service decisions. Branding strategy: building strong brands. Services marketing : nature and
characteristics of a service--Marketing strategis for service firms.
7. New Product Development and Product Life Cycle Strategies: New product development
strategy-The new product development process. Product life cycle strategies. Additional
product and service considerations.
8. Pricing: Understanding and Capturing Customer Value and Pricing Strategies: What is a
price? Factors to consider when setting prices. New product pricing strategies. Product mix
pricing strategies. Price adjustment strategies. Price changes.
9. Marketing Channels: Delivering Customer value & Relating and Wholesaling: Supply
chains and the value delivery network. The nature and importance of marketing channels.
Channel behavior and orginization. Channel design decisions. Channel management
decisions. Retailing-Wholesaling.
10. Communicating Customer Value: Integrated Marketing Communications Strategy: The
promotion mix. Integrated marketing communications. A view of the communication
process. Steps in developing effective marketing communication. Setting the total promotion
budget and mix. Socially responsible marketing communication.
11. The Global Market Place: Global marketing today. Deciding whether to go global.
Deciding which markets to enter. Deciding how to enter the market. Deciding on the global
marketing program. Deciding on the global marketing organization.
12. Sustainable Marketing: Social Responsibility and Ethics: Sustainable Marketing. Social
criticisms of marketing. Cousumer actions toward sustainable Marketing. Business actions
toward sustainable marketing.
Books Recommended:
Paper Code: 212407

Paper Title:
Principles of Marketing, Pearson Prentice Hall, Upper

Saddle River, New Jersey
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
1. Introduction: Meaning; Scope; Importance; Principles; Functions; Rules of managers; Is

Management Science or Art? Is Management a Profession? Management as a Career; Global
management.
2. Schools of Management: History of management; Early contribution to Management;
Various Approaches to Management; Taylor's Scientific Management; Functional or Process
Approach; Fayols Principles of management; Human Relations; Behavioral Science
Approach; Quantitative Approach; Systems Approach; Contingency Approach; Other
Contemporary Approaches to Management.
3. Planning: Meaning; Importance; Nature; Types; Steps; Factors Affecting Planning; Planning
Techniques; Limits of Planning; Making Planning Effective.
4. Organizing: Meaning; Nature; Importance; Span of Management; Departmentation

Authority and Responsibility; Types of Organization at Structure; Delegation of Authority;
Decentralization of Authority; Problems in Organizing.
5. Staffing: Meaning; Purpose; Importance; Recruitment; Selection; Training; Promotion;
Developing Managers; Using Manager Inventory Chart.
6. Leading: Meaning; Importance; Ingredients of Leadership; Styles of Leadership: Autocratic,
Democratic and Free-reign- Likerts' System; Managerial Grid Approach; Theories of
Leadership.
7. Motivating: Meaning; Motivation and Motivator; Importance; The Need - Want Satisfaction - Chain; Theory Motivation; Mc-Gregors Theory X and Theory Y Maslows
Need Hierarchy Theory, Hergbergs Two Factor Theory; Vrooms Expectancy Theory;
McCellands Achievement; Motivation Theory: Various Motivation Techniques.
8. Controlling: Meaning, Nature; Importance; Controlling Process, Requirements of an
Effective Control System, Controlling Techniques.
Book Recommended:
1. Harold Koontz and Heinz
: Management A global Perspective
Reference Book:
1. S.P. Robbinn
2. Griffin
3. M M Islam and A A Khan
Paper Code: 212409

Paper Title:
: Management
: Management
: Fundamentals of Management
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
MICRO ECONOMICS
1. The Fundamentals of Economics: Scarcity and Efficiency-The Twin Themes of

Economics-The Logic of Economics-The Three Problems of Economic Organization:
Market, Command and Mixed Economies-Societys Technological Possibilities : Inputs and
Outputs-The Production Possibility Frontier.
2. Markets and Government in a Modern Economy: The Mixed Economy-What is a
Market? Trade, Money and Capital-The Economic Role of Government.
3. Basic Elements of Supply and Demand : The demand Schedule : The Demand Curve-The
Supply Schedule : The Supply Curve-Equilibrium of Supply and Demand.
4. Applications of Supply and Demand: Price Elasticity of Demand and Supply : Price
Elasticity of Demand, Elasticity and Revenue, Price elasticity of Surplus-The Indifference
Curve & Budget Line-Deriving the Demand Curve.
5. Demand and Consumer Behavior: Choice and Utility Theory-Equimarginal PrincipleSubstitution Effect and Income Effect-Consumer Surplus-The Indifference Curve & Budget
Line-Deriving the Demand Curve.
6
6. Production and Business Organization: Theory of Production and Marginal Products:

Basic Concepts Returns to Scale-Short Run and Long Run, Technological Change,
Productivity and the Aggregate Production Function-Business Organizations : The Nature of
the Firm; Big Small and Infinitesimal Business.
7. Analysis of Costs : Economic Analysis of Costs-Economic Costs and Business AccountingOpportunity Costs-Production, Cost Theory and Decisions of Firms.
8. Analysis of Perfectly Competitive Markets: Supply Behavior of the competitive FirmSupply Behavior in competitive Industries-Special Cases of Competitive Markets-Efficiency
and Equity of competitive Markets.
9. Imperfect Competition and Monopoly: Pattern of Imperfect competition-Marginal
Revenue and Monopoly.
10. Oligopoly and Monopolistic Competition: Behavior of Imperfect Competitors-Innovation
and Information-A Balance Sheet on Imperfect Competition.
11. How Markets Determine Incomes: Income and Wealth-Input Pricing by Marginal
Productivity.
12. The Labor Market: Fundamentals of Wage Determination-Labor Market Issues and
Policies.
13. Land and Capital: Land and Rent-Capital and Interest-Markets and Economic Efficiency.
Books Recommended:
1. Ahuja, H. L.
2. Dewett, K. K.
Paper Code: 211501
Paper Title:
:
:
Modern Micro Economics, S. Chand & Co. Ltd.

Modern Economic Theory
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Marks: 100

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NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
First Year Syllabus

DepartmentofManagement
FourYearB.B.A.(Hounors)Course
Effective from the Session : 20132014
National University
Subject: Management
First Year
Paper Code
212601
212603
212605
212607
212609
211501
Paper Title
Micro-Economics
Total =
Marks Credits
100
4
100
4
100
4
100
4
100
4
100
4
600
24
Detailed Syllabus
Paper Code : 212601
Paper Title :
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS
1. Business Concepts- Meaning of business, its branches and their place in the
economy of Bangladesh- Business environment- Business size- Location of
business- Efficiency of business enterprises- Social responsibility of business
and its implications.
2. Business Organizations- Forms of business ownership in Bangladesh-Relative
position of each form of ownership: sole proprietorship, partnership, jointstock
company,
co-operative
and
state
ownership-Formalities
and
distinguishing features of each form of ownership-Considerations in the choice

of specific forms of ownership.
3. Development of joint-stock companies in Bangladesh-Phases of developmentTypes-Domain of operations of each type-Formation of companies -Prospectus
Rights and obligation of shareholders, directors, and government - Liquidation

of a company.
4. Co-operative societies in Bangladesh-Their development, Types (industrial,
commercial and service sector societies), The role of each type- FormationProblems and approaches to overcoming problems.
5. Institutions for promotion of business-Support services of government
institutions,-Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Trade Associations,Stock Exchanges.
6. Trade practices in Bangladesh-Commercial policy Import procedure-Export
procedure-Formalities- problems and measures to overcome the problems.
Books Recommended
1. Steven J. Skinner and John M. Ivanc evich, Business for the 21st Century,
IWIN , IL.USA
2. Stab and Attner: Introduction to Business
Paper Code : 212603

Paper Title :
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
1. Introduction to Management: Definition of management, Nature, purpose and

principles of management- Need for organizations and managers- Managerial
responsibility - Types of managers Concept of productivity, effectiveness and
efficiency -Managerial and organization performance.
2. Environment: Internal and external environment of organizations Components of external environment - indirect action environment International environment Managing environment.
3. Planning: Nature of Planning - Types of planning - Steps in planning - Tools
and techniques for planning - The planning process.
4. Objectives: Nature of objectives - Management by Objectives (MBO)- The
process of MBO -setting objectives- Benefits and weaknesses of MBO.
5. Decision Making: Decision Making process- Problem and opportunity finding
Nature of Managerial decision, making Other factors in decision, making
Decision Support Systems.
6. Organizing: Organizational structure- Division of work Span of management Departmentation - Line and Staff Delegation of authority- Centralization and
decentralization- Coordination Committee and group decision making.
3
7. Leading: Human factors in managing - Relevant theories, Creativity and

innovation,- Motivation-Leadership.
8. Controlling: Meaning and importance of control - Types of control methodsControl process- Requirements for effective controls- Information systems and
control.
Books Recommended
1. Harold Koontz and Heingz Weihrich, Management, Mc. Graw-Hill Book
Company, New York (USA)
2. James A.F. Stronner and R. Edward Freeman Management, Prentice Hall of
India Private Limited, New Delhi,
3. R.W. Griffin, Management, A.I.T.B.S. Publishers and Distributor, New Delhi.
4. John. M. Ivancevich, James H> Donnelly, Jr. and James L. Gibson,
Management : Principles and Functions, Richard D. Irwin Inc. Illinois (USA)
Paper Code : 212605

Paper Title :
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
1. Introduction to accounting: Understanding accounting, Accounting principles

and concepts-Accountancy as a profession-Need for accounting.
2. Financial Accounting Process: Understanding accounting equationUnderstanding financial transaction and their effect on financial position.
3. Processing Accounting Data: Understanding accounting statements-Various
kinds of vouchers- The process of recording business transactions- Need for
journal -Journalizing business transactions- Various kinds of journal.
4. The Ledger: Concept-Need of ledger- Posting mechanism-Accounts and their
balances.
5. The Trial Balance: Understanding trial balance-Trial balance and accounting
accuracy-Preparation of trial balance.
6. Accounting System: Subsidiary and controlling accounts Purchase and sales
journals- Cash Receipts and Payments Journals, General Journal.
7. Final Accounts: Understanding worksheet- Preparation of worksheetAdjusting and closing entries-Classified income statement and balance sheet.
8. Accounting for Assets: Accounting for cash -Accounting for receivables Accounting for fixed assets.
9. Accounting for Liabilities: Accounting for short term and long term liabilities,
-Accounting for owners' equity.
10. Accounting for Partnership: General principles Admission-RetirementLiquidation.
Books Recommended
1. William W. Pyle and Kermit D. Larson, Fundamental Accounting Principles
(Ninth Edition). Richard D. IRWIN. INC. ILLINOIS.
2. R.H. Hermanson, J.D.Edwards and L.G. Rayburn, Financial Accounting
(Fourth Edition). Business Publications. Inc. Dallas.
3. J.M. Smith Jr. and K.F. Skousen, Intermediate Accounting (Comprehensive
Volume).
4. Niswonger and Fees, Accounting Principles (12th Edition).
Paper Code : 212607

Paper Title :
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
1. The Field of Marketing: Nature and scope of marketing Historical

development of marketing - Marketing management and its evolutionMarketing concepts Role of marketing in the society.
2. Marketing Systems and the Marketing Environment: System approach to
marketing- External environment of marketing systems- Internal variables of
marketing systems.
3. Market and Buyer's Behavior: Definition- Market segmentation, targeting and
positioning-Classification of market- Psychological influences on buyer
behavior- Cultural and social-group influences on buyer behavior Model of
buyer behavior.
4. Elements of product Planning: Definition of product - Classification of product
- Marketing considerations of product- New product development- Product life
cycle- Branding, packaging and labeling.
5. Place and Distribution Structure: Retailing- Wholesaling - Channels of
distribution.
6. Price System: Pricing objectives and price determination- Methods of setting
price.
7. Promotional Activities: Promotion Mix- Advertising, sales Promotion,
Personal Selling.
Books Recommended
1. W.J. Stanton, Fundamentals of Marketing, Mc Graw- Hill International
Book company, New York (USA).
2. Philip Kotler and Gary Armstrong, Principles of Marketing, Prentice-Hall
Ins. New Jersy (USA)
Paper Code : 212609

Paper Title :
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
MICRO-ECONOMICS
1. Introduction: Definition of economics- Microeconomics vs MacroeconomicsScope of economics- Meaning of economic theory -Some basic concepts:
Product, commodity, want, utility, consumption, factors of production.
2. Utility Analysis and Indifference Curve Analysis: Utility functionsIndifference curves and maps - Budget constraints Utility Maximization.
3. Demand: Law o demand- Factors determining demands, shifts in demand Demand d functions - Deriving demand curves- substitution and income
effects - Deriving aggregate demands - Various concepts of demand elasticity
and measurements - Methods of estimating demand functions and demand
forecasting.
4. Supply: Law of supply and supply function- Determinants of supply - shifts
in supply Elasticity of supply- Market equilibrium.
5. Production: Production functions- Total, average and marginal productsLaw of diminishing marginal physical products- Production squintsMarginal rate of technical substitution (MRTS)- Optimal combination of
production function and efficiency criterion.
6. Cost: Concepts of Cost- Short-run costs-Relation between short-run costs and
production-Long-run costs - Economies and diseconomies of scale-Relation
between short-run and long-run costs- Cost function and estimation of cost
function.
7. Markets and Revenue: Meaning of market-Deferent forms of marketConcepts of total, average and marginal revenue-Relation between AR and
MR curves-Relation between different revenues and elasticity's of demandEquilibrium of the firm.
8. Price and Output: Price and output determination under perfect competition,
monopoly, monopolistic competition and oligopoly-Profit maximizationPrice discrimination - Plant shutdown decision-Barriers to entry.
Books Recommended
1. R.J. Ruffin and P.R Gregory, Principles of Microeconomics, Scott Ferguson
& Company, Illinois.
2. M.L. Jhingan, Microeconomics theory, Vikas Publishig House Pvt. Ltd.
New Delhi, India.
3. J.V. Henderson and W Poole, Principles of Microeconomics D.C Health &
Company, Lexington.
4. Samuelson, Economics. McGraw Hill Book co., New York, (USA).
Paper Code: 211501

Paper Title:
arks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60

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NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
First Year Syllabus

DepartmentofAccounting
FourYearB.B.A.(Honours)Course
National University
Subject: Accounting
First Year
Paper Code
212501
212503
212505
212507
212509
211501
Paper Title
Principles of Finance
Micro Economics
Total =
Marks
100
100
100
100
100
100
600
Credits
4
4
4
4
4
4
24
Detailed Syllabus
Paper Code : 212501
Paper Title :
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
1. Accounting The Language of Business: Definition and Scope of Accounting, Its role
and Functions, History of Accounting, Purpose and Nature of Accounting InformationUsers of Accounting Information. Branches of Accounting-Nature of Business and
Accounting.
2. Conceptual Framework for Financial Accounting: FASB Conceptual Frame for
Financial Accounting-First Level: Basic Objectives (SFAC- 1); Second Level: Qualitative
Characteristics of Accounting Information (SFAC-2); Third Level: Operational Guidelines.
3. The Accounting Process: Double-Entry Accounting System (vis--vis Incomplete)
System. Accounting Equation Effects of Transactions on the Accounting Equation. The
Account-Classification of Accounts-Selection of Account titles-Chart of Accounts-CodingRules of Debit and Credit-Balancing and Normal Balance-Recording (Bookkeeping)
Aspect of Accounting Cycle: Documentary Evidence and Identification, Analysis, and
Recording of Transactions and Other Events-Journalization-Posting to the LedgerPreparation of Trial Balance-Limitations of Trial Balance, Errors and their Rectification.
4. The Adjustment Process and Completing the Accounting Process: Key aspects of the
Accrual basis of accounting, Cash accounting and Break-up basis of accounting-
Adjustments-Adjusted Trial Balance-Preparation of Work Sheet-Closing Entries-PostClosing Trial Balance-Reversing Entries.

5. Merchandising Operations and Accounting System: Merchandising Operations and
Classifying Inventory-Purchases, Sales, Other Use or Loss and Returns of Merchandise
Inventory-Periodic and Perpetual Inventory Systems and Journal Entries-Specific
Identification Method and Inventory Cost Flow Assumption (FIFO, LIFO and Average
Cost).
6. Accounting Systems and Special Ledgers: Manual and Computerized Accounting
Systems and their effectiveness-The Voucher System-General Ledgers and Subsidiary
Ledgers: General Ledger Control Accounts and Subsidiary Ledger Individual Accounts.
Special Journals: Advantages of Special Journals-Cash Receipts Journal-Sales JournalsPurchase Journal-Cash Payments Journal and General Journal.
7. Control of Cash: Controlling cash, Internal control. Petty Cash, Bank Reconciliation
Statement.
8. Accounting for Receivable and Current Liabilities: Receivable-Types of Receivables
valuing and disposing Uncollectible accounts-Allowance for doubtful accounts.
9. Financial Statements : Idea on a Complete Set of Financial Statement. Purpose and
interrelationship of the Financial Statement. Importance, Limitations & Preparation of
Financial Statements. Supplementary Statements/Schedules. Preparation of Financial
Statements for Sole-proprietorship Organizations.
10. Financial Statement Analysis: Horizontal analysis and vertical analysis of comparative
financial statements; Preparation and use of common-size financial statements; Ratio
analysis-Basic Ratios of Liquidity, Activity, Profitability, and Solvency.
Books Recommended : (Latest Edition)
1. Weygandt, Jerry J., Kimmel, Paul
D. and Kieso Donald
Paper Code: 212503
Paper Title:
Marks : 100
Accounting Principle, John Wiley & Sons. Inc.
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
PRINCIPLES OF FINANCE
1. Introduction: Conceptual framework, Financial Decision making, Role of Finance in a firm.

Goal of financial management of a firm, Finance as a discipline.
2. Short Term Financing: Characteristics and sources, spontaneous sources, unsecured and
secured short term loan, Assignment and factoring of accounts receivables and inventory
financing.
3. Intermediate Term Financing: Characteristics and sources, different methods, repayment
method and effective interest calculation.
4. Time value of Money: Basic concepts, computing present value and future value : Single
amounts-Annuities-Mixed streams.
5. Long Term Financing: Characteristics and uses, Common stock capital, Preferred Stock
Capital and Bond, Valuation of Stock and Bond.
6. Risk and Return: Risk and Return fundamentals, Measuring risk; Probability distribution,
Expected value, Standard deviation and co-efficient of variation. Risk premium, Risk and
required rate of return, CAPM. Leverage and Risk-Financial Risk, Business Risk.
7. Capital Budgeting Cash Flows: The Capital Budgeting Decision Process-The relevant cash
flows, finding initial investment, finding the operating cash inflows, finding the terminal cash
flow, summarizing the relevant cash flows.
8. Capital Budgeting Techniques: Overview of capital budgeting techniques-Pay Back Period,
Net Present Value (NPV), Internal Rate of Return (IRR), Comparing NPV and IRR.
9. Capital Structure Decision: The firms capital structure-The EBIT-EPS approach to capital
structure, Choosing the Optimal Capital Structure.
Book Recommended:
: Principles of Managerial Finance, 10th edition
1. Gitman Lawrence J
Reference Book:
1. Brigham eugene F, Ehrhardt
Michael C,
2. Lawrence D, Schall & Charls
W. Haley
Paper Code: 212505
Paper Title:
: Financial Management Theory and Practice,

11th edition, South-Western
: Introduction to Financial Management
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
1. Creating and Capturing Customer Vatue: What is marketing? Understanding the

marketplace and customer needs. Designing a customer driven marketing strategy. Preparing
an integrated marketing plan and program Building customer relationship. Capturing value
from customers. The changing marketing landscape.
2. Company and Marketing Strategy-Partnering to Build Customer Relationships:
Company-wide strategic planning. Planning marketing. Marketing strategy and the marketing
mix. Managing the marketing effort. Measuring and managing return on marketing
investment.
3. Analyzing the Marketing Environment: The Company's microenvirorrment. The

company's macro environment. Responding to the marketing environment.
4. Markets and Their Buyer Behavior: Consumer Markets and Consumer Buyer Behavior:
Consumer market Model of consumer behavior. Characteristics affecting consumer behavior.
Types of buyer decision behavior. The buyer decision process. The Buyer decision process of
new products. Business Markets and Business Buyer Behavior ; Business market. Business
Buyer behavior. Institutional and government markets.
5. Customer-Driven. Marketing Strategy: Creating value for Target Customers: Market
segrnentation. Market targeting. Differentiation and positioning.
6. Products, Services, and Brands: Building Customer value: What is Product? Product and
service decisions. Branding strategy: building strong brands. Services marketing : nature and
characteristics of a service--Marketing strategis for service firms.
7. New Product Development and Product Life Cycle Strategies: New product development
strategy-The new product development process. Product life cycle strategies. Additional
product and service considerations.
8. Pricing: Understanding and Capturing Customer Value and Pricing Strategies: What is a
price? Factors to consider when setting prices. New product pricing strategies. Product mix
pricing strategies. Price adjustment strategies. Price changes.
9. Marketing Channels: Delivering Customer value & Relating and Wholesaling: Supply
chains and the value delivery network. The nature and importance of marketing channels.
Channel behavior and orgainization. Channel design decisions. Channel management
decisions. Retailing-Wholesaling.
10. Communicating Customer Value: Integrated Marketing Communications Strategy: The
promotion mix. Integrated marketing communications. A view of the communication
process. Steps in developing effective marketing communication. Setting the total promotion
budget and mix. Socially responsible marketing communication.
11. The Global Market Place: Global marketing today. Deciding whether to go global.
Deciding which markets to enter. Deciding how to enter the market. Deciding on the global
marketing program. Deciding on the global marketing organization.
12. Sustainable Marketing: Social Responsibility and Ethics: Sustainable Marketing. Social
criticisms of marketing. Cousumer actions toward sustainable Marketing. Business actions
toward sustainable marketing.
Books Recommended:
Paper Code: 212507

Paper Title:
Principles of Marketing, Pearson Prentice Hall, Upper

Saddle River, New Jersey
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
1. Introduction: Meaning; Scope; Importance; Principles; Functions; Rules of managers; Is

Management Science or Art? Is Management a Profession? Management as a Career; Global
management.
2. Schools of Management: History of management; Early contribution to Management;
Various Approaches to Management; Taylor's Scientific Management; Functional or Process
Approach; Fayols Principles of management; Human Relations; Behavioral Science
Approach; Quantitative Approach; Systems Approach; Contingency Approach; Other
Contemporary Approaches to Management.
3. Planning: Meaning; Importance; Nature; Types; Steps; Factors Affecting Planning; Planning
Techniques; Limits of Planning; Making Planning Effective.
4. Organizing: Meaning; Nature; Importance; Span of Management; Departmentation
Authority and Responsibility; Types of Organization at Structure; Delegation of Authority;
Decentralization of Authority; Problems in Organizing.
5. Staffing: Meaning; Purpose; Importance; Recruitment; Selection; Training; Promotion;
Developing Managers; Using Manager Inventory Chart.
6. Leading: Meaning; Importance; Ingredients of Leadership; Styles of Leadership: Autocratic,
Democratic and Free-reign- Likerts' System; Managerial Grid Approach; Theories of
Leadership.
7. Motivating: Meaning; Motivation and Motivator; Importance; The Need - Want Satisfaction - Chain; Theory Motivation; Mc-Gregors Theory X and Theory Y Maslows
Need Hierarchy Theory, Hergbergs Two Factor Theory; Vrooms Expectancy Theory;
McCellands Achievement; Motivation Theory: Various Motivation Techniques.
8. Controlling: Meaning, Nature; Importance; Controlling Process, Requirements of an
Effective Control System, Controlling Techniques.
Book Recommended:
1. Harold Koontz and Heinz
: Management A global Perspective
Reference Book:
1. S.P. Robbinn
2. Griffin
3. M M Islam and A A Khan
Paper Code: 212509

Paper Title:
: Management
: Management
: Fundamentals of Management
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
MICRO ECONOMICS
1. The Fundamentals of Economics: Scarcity and Efficiency-The Twin Themes of

Economics-The Logic of Economics-The Three Problems of Economic Organization:
Market, Command and Mixed Economies-Societys Technological Possibilities : Inputs and
Outputs-The Production Possibility Frontier.
2. Markets and Government in a Modern Economy: The Mixed Economy-What is a
Market? Trade, Money and Capital-The Economic Role of Government.
3. Basic Elements of Supply and Demand : The demand Schedule : The Demand Curve-The
Supply Schedule : The Supply Curve-Equilibrium of Supply and Demand.
4. Applications of Supply and Demand: Price Elasticity of Demand and Supply : Price
Elasticity of Demand, Elasticity and Revenue, Price elasticity of Surplus-The Indifference
Curve & Budget Line-Deriving the Demand Curve.
5. Demand and Consumer Behavior: Choice and Utility Theory-Equimarginal PrincipleSubstitution Effect and Income Effect-Consumer Surplus-The Indifference Curve & Budget
Line-Deriving the Demand Curve.
6. Production and Business Organization: Theory of Production and Marginal Products:
Basic Concepts Returns to Scale-Short Run and Long Run, Technological Change,
Productivity and the Aggregate Production Function-Business Organizations : The Nature of
the Firm; Big Small and Infinitesimal Business.
7. Analysis of Costs : Economic Analysis of Costs-Economic Costs and Business AccountingOpportunity Costs-Production, Cost Theory and Decisions of Firms.
8. Analysis of Perfectly Competitive Markets: Supply Behavior of the competitive FirmSupply Behavior in competitive Industries-Special Cases of Competitive Markets-Efficiency
and Equity of competitive Markets.
9. Imperfect Competition and Monopoly: Pattern of Imperfect competition-Marginal
Revenue and Monopoly.
10. Oligopoly and Monopolistic Competition: Behavior of Imperfect Competitors-Innovation
and Information-A Balance Sheet on Imperfect Competition.

11. How Markets Determine Incomes: Income and Wealth-Input Pricing by Marginal
Productivity.
12. The Labor Market: Fundamentals of Wage Determination-Labor Market Issues and
Policies.
13. Land and Capital: Land and Rent-Capital and Interest-Markets and Economic Efficiency.
Books Recommended:
1. Ahuja, H. L.
2. Dewett, K. K.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
:
:
Modern Micro Economics, S. Chand & Co. Ltd.

Modern Economic Theory
211501
Marks: 100
Credits: 4

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NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
First Year Syllabus

Department of Zoology
Four Year B.Sc. Honours Course

National University
Syllabus for Four Year B.Sc. Honours Course
Subject: Zoology
Year-wise Papers and marks distribution
FIRST YEAR
DDdfedfe
Paper Code
213101
213103
213104
212807
212808
212905
212906
213007
213008
211501
Paper Title
Introduction to Zoology
Animal diversity-1: Protozoa and Non-chordates
Zoology Practical-I
Any Two of the following :
Chemistry-I
Chemistry Practical-I
Or
Biochemistry-I
Biochemistry-I Practical
Botany-I
Botany-I Practical
Bangladesh
Total =
Marks
100
100
100
Credits
4
4
4
100
50
4
2
100
50
100
50
4
2
4
2
100
700
28
Detailed Syllabus
Paper Code
Paper Title:
213101
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Introduction to Zoology
1. Introduction
Concept, history and scope of Zoology, subdivisions of Zoology, application and importance of
Zoology, relation of animals to human.
2. Origin of Life Spontaneous generation, special creation, cosmic, naturalistic and recent theories.
3. Foundation of Animal Life
Origin of life major stages in the early evolution of life (e.g. Stage I Molecular, Stage II
Polymeric, Stage III Semi-biotic and Stage IV Cellular); level of organization (protoplasmic,
cellular, tissue, organ, organ system, organism, species, individual, population, community, fauna,
biota, ecosystem, biosphere and biodiversity).
4. Cells and tissues
Cells and tissues types, structure and function.
5. Bases of animal classification

Body forms (sexual, developmental and polymorphic), symmetry, polarity of the body, metamerism,
tagmatization, appendages (flagella, cilia, antenna, styles, poda, fins, wings and limbs); embryogeny
(radial, spiral, determinate and indeterminate cleavages; germinal layers and coelom types);
protostomia and deuterostomia; morphometrics and meristics.
6. Classification of Animals
Number of kingdoms; classification up to phyla on the basis of organization, symmetry, coelom and
phylogeny; different taxa and Linnaean hierarchy and nomenclature.
7. Methods of Studying Animals
Collection, sampling, transportation, preservation, identification and tagging.
8. Instrumentation in Zoological Studies
Microscopy, configuration, incubation, balance, collecting devices and kits, microtomes, habitat
analysis kits, haemocytometer, sphygmomanometer, photography, camera lucida and micrometer.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
213103
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Animal divesity-1: Protozoa and Non-chordates
1. General characters with examples of protozoans, mesozoans and parazoans; radiate, acelomate and
pseudocelomate animals.
2. Broad classification of the following phyla up to orders with general and
diagnostic characteristics of each taxonomic category with examples and

affinities:
Sarcomastigophora, Apicomplexa, Ciliophora, Porifera, Cnidaria, Platyhelminthes, Annelida,
Nematoda, Mollusca, Arthropoda, Echinodermata and Hemichordata.
3. Type study of the following with their origin, evolution, systematic position, habitats, external
morphology, organ systems such as digestion, movement, circulation, respiration, excretion,
nervous, reproduction, food and feeding habits, mode of life and development:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
j.
k.
l.
m.
n.
o.
p.
q.
r.
Phylum Sarcomastigophora: Euglena

Phylum Apicomplexa: Eimeria
Phylum Ciliophora: Paramecium
Phylum Porifera: Scypha
Phylum Cnidaria: Obelia and Aurelia
Phylum Ctenophora: Hormiphora
Phylum Platyhelminthes: Taenia
Phylum Nematoda: Ascaris
Phylum Acanthocephala: Macracanthorhynchus
Phylum Mollusca: Pila and Lamellidens
Phylum Annelida: Neanthes
Phylum Onychophora: Peripatus
Phylum Arthropoda: prawn and grasshopper
Phylum Bryozoa/Ectoprocta: Bugula
Phylum Brachiopoda: Lingula
Phylum Chaetognatha: Sagitta
Phylum Echinodermata: Asteropecten
Phylum Hemichordata: Balanoglossus
4. Brief notes on the following including habits, habitats, and food and feeding :
a. Sarcomastigophora: Trypanosoma, Leishmania

b. Ciliophora: Vorticella
c. Porifera: Spongilla
d. Cnidaria: Physalia, Gorgonia
e. Ctenophora: Bero
f. Platyhelminthes: Fasciola, Schistosoma
g Nematoda: Meloidogyne
h. Sipuncula: Sipunculus
i. Mollusca: Dentalium, Loligo, Octopus
j. Annelida: Chaetopterus, Tubifex
k. Arthropoda: Balanus, Scolopendra, housefly, Drosophila
l. Echinodermata: Echinus, brittle star
Paper Code
Paper Title:
213104
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Zoology Practical-I
1. Study of museum specimens: Representative of all major non-chordate phyla

(minimum 50 specimens to be studied).
2. Study of permanent slides: Whole mount, body parts and various cells and
invertebrate tissues (at least 20 slides to be studied):
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
Whole animals representatives of protozoans, rotifers and arthropods.

Mouth parts of arthropods.
Parasites nematodes and Platyhelminthes.
Different larval forms of invertebrates.
Histological slides of invertebrates.
3. Preparation and study of whole mounts of different non-chordates.
4. External morphology and dissection of various organ systems of earthworm, cockroach, prawn,
Pila and Lamellidens:
A. Major dissection
a. Circulatory system of earthworm and prawn.
b. Nervous system of cockroach, grasshopper, prawn, Pila and Lamellidens.
c. Reproductive systems of earthworm, cockroach, grasshopper and prawn.
B. Minor dissection
a. Digestive system of prawn, pila and Lamellidens
b. Nervous system of cockroach, grasshopper and prawn.
5. Temporary mounting:
a. Brain of earthworm.
b. Salivary gland of cockroach.
c. Statocyst of prawn.
6.
Study of appendages (locomotory, prehensile, food capture, copulatory, defensive and offensive
organs of cockroach and prawn).
7.
Field visit to observe local invertebrate fauna, or field visit to a farm, and prepare a report on
the visit.
Distribution of Marks for First Year Final Examination

1.
2.
3.
4.
a.
b.
c.
5.
Major dissection (dissection 6 + display 2 + drawing and labeling 4) = 12 marks.

Minor dissection (dissection 4 + display 2 + drawing and labeling 2) = 8 marks.
Temporary mount (staining, mounting and display 4 + drawing and labeling 4) = 8 marks.
Spotting of museum specimens 15 items (identification and classification 1 + diagnostic
characteristics 1) = 30 marks.
Invertebrate specimens (9 items) 2 9 = 18 marks.
Whole mount slides (mouth parts, parasites, larvae) (3 items) 2 3 = 6 marks.
Histological slides of non-chordates (3 items) 2 3 = 6 marks.
Appendages (detachment, placement and drawing on a paper sheet 4, labeling 2, displaying 1) = 7
marks.
6. Report writing on field visit = 15 marks.

7. Class records = 10 marks.
8. Viva-voce = 10 marks.
Books Recommended:
1.
2.
C. P. Hickman and L.S Roberts. 1995. Animal Diversity Wm C. Brown

J.W. Nybakken and J. McClintock 1996. The Diversity of Invertebrates: Gulf of Mexico Version.
Wm. C. Brown
3.
L.S. Dillon. 1976 Animal Variety: An Evolutionary Account. Wm. C. Brown Company Publishers.
Dubuque. Iowa
J.D. Bernal. 1969. The Origin of Life. Weidenfeld and Nicolson. London.
G.B. Wilson and J. H. Morrison. Cytology. Affiliated East-West Press Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi
E.E. Rupert and R.D. Barnes 1994. Invertebrate Zoology (6th edition). Saunders
College Publishing Harcort Brace College Publishers. New York, London.
R.S.K. Barnes P. Calow and P.J.W. Olive, 1993. The Invertebrates A New Synthesis
Blackwell
A.J. Marshal and W.D. Williams. Text Book of Zoology Invertebrates (edited the 7th
Edition of Text Book of Zoology. Vol. 1, T. J. Parker and W.A. Haswell)
P. Wilmer 1990. Invertebrate Relationship: Patterns in Animal Evolution CUP.
J.W. Knudsen Biological Techniques. Collecting. Preserving an Illustrating Plants and
Animals. Harper and Row. New York, John Weather Hill Inc. Tokyo.
E.O. Wilson,T. Eisner and W.R. Brigges. Life Cells. Organist Populations.
M. Sleigh 1989. Protozoa and other protists.. Chapman and H. Inc. New York.
C. Starr and R. Taggart 1981. Biology: The Unity and Diversity life. Wadsworth Publ.
Co. Belmont, California.
J. W. Nybakken. 1996. The Diversity of Invertebrates a Laboratory Guide. Pacific Coast
Version. Wm. C. Brown
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
R.P. Dales. 1981. Practical Invertebrate Zoology. Blackwell Scientific Publications. Oxford.
London
16.
R.L Wallace and W.K. Taylor. 1996 Invertebrate Zoology Laboratory Manual PracticeHall
17.
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Paper Code
Paper Title:
212807
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Chemistry-I
1.
Measurements and the Scientific Method: Measurements, units, SI units,

reliability of measurements precision and accuracy, rounding off, significant
figures, significant figures in calculation, mean and median, errors, sources of
errors.
2.
Structure of atom: Atom , isotopes, atomic masses, mass spectroscopy, atomic

nucleus, nuclear binding energy, nuclear reactions fission and fusion reactions,
Bohr atom model, spectrum of atomic hydrogen, dual nature of electron,
Heisenberg uncertainty principle, quantum numbers, atomic orbitals, Aufbau
principle, Pauli exclusion principle, Hunds rule of maximum multiplicity,
electronic configuration of atoms.
3.
Periodic Table: Periodic law, periodic table, electronic configurations from the
periodic table, periodic properties of the elements such as ionization energies,
electron affinity, electro negativity, atomic/ionic radius along a period and down
a group, diagonal relationship
4.
Chemical Bonds: Chemical bond, types of chemical bonds ionic, covalent

coordination, metallic, hydrogen, polar and non polar covalent bonds, Lewis dot
structure, shapes of molecules, VSEPR theory, valence bond theory,
hybridization, - and -bonding in compounds, molecular orbital theory.
5.
Oxidation and reduction: redox reactions, writing and balancing redox reactions,
6.
States of Matter: Comparison between solids, liquids and gases, changes of

state, m.p. and b.p, phase transition, phase diagram of water.
7.
Gases and Their Properties: The gas laws , the perfect gas equation, the
kinetic theory of gases, Van der Waals equations, real gases, Grahams laws of
diffusion and effusion.
8.
Solutions: Solubility and intermolecular forces, solubility product, types of

concentration units, colligative properties, of solutions, Henrys law, Nernst
distribution law.
9.
Acids and Bases: Various concepts on acids and bases, conjugate acids and
bases, neutralization reactions acid- base strength, pH, acid-base titrations, acid-
base indicatiors, acid-base properties of salts, the common ion effect, buffer
solutions, hard and soft acids and bases.
10.
Chemical Equilibrium: Reversible reactions and the equilibrium state, the

equilibrium law, reaction quotients and equilibrium constants, calculations
using Kc, Kp.
Homogeneous and heterogeneous equilibria, the principle of Le Chatelier and Brown.
11.
Hydrocarbons: Hydrocarbons, saturated and unsaturated hydrocarbons,

alkanes, alkenes, and alkynes, nomenclature of organic compounds- the
IUPAC system natural gas, petroleum, petrochemicals.
12.
Study of different classes of organic Compounds: Alcohols,

aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids, esters, amines and amides.
Books recommended:
1.
General Chemistry, D. D. Ebbing, Houghton Miffin Co.
2.
Chemistry The Molecular Nature of Matter and Change, M. Siberberg. WCB

/Mc Graw-Hill.
Introduction to Modern Inorganic Chemistry, S.Z. Haider, Friends International.
Principles of physical chemistry, M. M. Huque and M. A Nawab, students publications.
Essentials of Physical chemistry, B.S Bahl, G.D Tuli and A Bahl, S. Chand & Co. Ltd.
Advanced Organic Chemistry, B.S. Bahl and A Bahl, S. Chand & Co. Ltd.
A Level chemistry by C.W. Ramsden
Organic Chemistry: T Morrison and R.N Boyed,
Fundamental of Organic Chemistry by W Solomons
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
212808
Marks: 50
Credits: 2
Class Hours: 30
Chemistry-I Practical
1. Preparation of FeSO4 Mohrs salt and potash alum.

2. Separation and identification of four radicals from a mixture of anions and
cations The cations are pb 2 + , cu 2 + , Cd 2 + , Al 3 + , Fe 2 + , Fe 3 + , Co 2 + , Ni2+ , Zn 2 +
Ca2+, Ba2+, Na+ , K+ , and NH4 + , the anions are NO3 , CO3 2 - , S2-, SO4 2-, Cl , Br and I+
3 . Standardization of NaOH solution using standard oxalic acid solution,
4. Determination of Fe 2 + using standard permanganate solution
5. Iodometric determination of copper (II) using standard Na2 SO3 solution.]
6. Gravimetric determination of nickel as Ni(HDMG)2 complex
7H2O,
7. Determination of the enthalpy change for the decomposition of Sodium bicarbonate into
Sodium carbonate.
8. Determination of the pH - neutralization curves of a strong acid by a strong base.
9. Investigation of the conductance behaviour of electrolytic solution and
applications (acetic acid)
10. Determination of the presence of nitrogen, halogen and sulphur in organic compounds.
11. Identification of the functional groups (unsaturation, alcohol, phenol, carbonyl, aldehyde,
ketone, carboxylic acid, aromatic amine, amide and nitro- groups) in organic compound.
Books Recommended:
1.
2.
3.
4.
A Text Book of Quantitative Inorganic Analysis, A.I. Vogel, 3rd/4th edition,

ELBS and Longman Green & Co. Ltd.
A Text Book of Quantitative Inorganic Analysis, A.I. Vogel 3r d /4th edition,
Practical physical chemistry, A Faraday.
A Text Book of practical organic chemistry, A.I. Vogel, ELBS edition.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
212905
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Biochemistry-I
1. Acid, base & buffer: Ion product of water; acid base PH, PH indicators, buffer solution and
buffer capacity, some biological buffer.
3. Thermodynamics: 1st law of thermodynamics, enthalpy, Hesss law, 2nd law of
thermodynamics, Entropy, standard states, spontaneous, reversible, irreversible and nonequilibrium reactions steady state.
4. Cell: Cell, Sub-cellular particles and structure and their isolation and identification; their
functions.
5. Carbohydrates: Nomenclature, classification, optical properties, general reactions, colour
test and methods of estimation, isolation from natural sources and structure of glucose,
fructose, galactose, sucrose, lactose, maltose, starch, glycogen, cellulose, amino sugar.
Biological importance of carbohydrates.
6. Lipids: Nomenclature, classification. Reactions of fatty acids, sterols and methods of estimation;
structure and biological functions of different classes of lipids. Role of phospholipid in membrane
formation- the fluid mosaic model.
7. Amino acids and Peptides: Structural features, optical activity and classification of amino acids,
reaction of amino acids, ionization in solution, isoelectric behaviour, colour tests, isolation of amino
acids from protein hydrolyses, peptide bonds and biologically important peptides.
8. Proteins: General introduction; biological functions classification based on shape. Structure: different
levels of structural organization (in brief). Enzymes-chemical nature; effect of substrate. Temperature
and PH on its activity, Michaels-Menten equation, significance of Km values and Vmax; enzyme
inhibition, digestive enzymes.
9. Nucleosides and nucleotides: Basic chemistry of nucleosides and nucleotides: polynucleotides.
10. Vitamins: Classification, occurrence, deficiency symptoms, biological functions, vitamins as
coenzymes.
11. Hormones: Definition, Classification, their importance and functions.
Books Recommended:
1. Lehninger Principle of Biochemistry
By: David L., Nelson and Michael M. Cox.
Publisher: W.H. Freeman and company, New York.
2. Biochemistry By: Lubert Stryer.
Publisher: W.H. Freeman and company, New York.

3. Biochemistry
By: Donald Voit and Juldith Voit.
Publisher: John Viliy & Sons.
4. Cell and Molecular biology
By: Gerald Karp.
Publisher: John Viliy & Sons.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
212906
Marks: 50
Biochemistry-I Practical
Credits: 2
Class Hours: 30
a) Preparation of standard solution and standardization of HCL.

b) Estimation of calcium in biological sample.
c) Determination of ascorbic acid content of a biological sample.
d) Color tests for bio-molecules.
e) Determination of lactose content of milk.
f) Determination of phosphorus content of the supplied solution.
Paper Code
213007
Paper Title:
Botany-I
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours:60
1. Introduction: Origin and evolution of life; differences between plants and animals; modern
concepts of classification of living organisms.
2. Microbiology:
a) Introduction to Viroid, Prions, Rickettsia and Mycoplasmas.
b) Virus: Physical and chemical nature of phage, plant and animal viruses, multiplication of HIV virus
and economic importance.
c)
Bacteria: Types, fine structure, reproduction and importance.
d) Fungi: Habitat, characteristics, classification up to class (Alexopoulos), reproduction, importance, life

history of Saccharomyces.
e)
Cyanobacteria: Habitat, characteristics, structure, importance of Cyanobacteria.
f)
Algae: Habitat, characteristics, classification up to class (Fritsch), reproduction, importance; life

history of Oeodogonium.
g) Phytoplankton: Habitat, characteristics, classification and importance.
3.
Lichen: Habitat, characteristics, classification and importance.
4.
Limnology: Definition, scope, importance and classification of lakes.
5.
Bryophyta: Habitat, characteristics, classification up to classes and reproduction; life history of Riccia and
Anthoceros.
6.
Pteridophyta: Habitat, characteristics, classification up to classes, importance; life history of Selaginella

and Christella.
7.
Gymnosperms: Habitat, characteristics and importance; life history of Cycas and Gnetum.
8.
Angiosperms: Habitat, characteristics, ICBN, classification systems of plant kingdom. (Artificial, natural
& phylogenetic). Identifying characters and economic importance of the following families: (a) Fabaceae,
(b) Solanaceae and (c) Malvaceae and (d) Poaceae.
9.
Plant Pathology: Concept of diseases in plants, causes, diagnosis, classification and importance of plant
diseases, symptomatology and control measures; forecasting of plant diseases.
Causal organisms, symptoms and control measures of brown spot of rice, stem rot of jute, citrus canker
and tungro disease of rice.
10.
Economic Botany: Local and scientific names, parts used and importance of at least 8 prominent plants of
each of the following groups: (a) Food, (b) medicine, (c) timber, (d) fiber, (e) oil and (f) vegetables.
Cultivation and processing of tea and rubber.
Books Recommended:
1. Agrios, G.N. 1997
2. Bold, H.C. and
M.J. Wynne. 1978
3. Hawker, Lilian, E. 1967
Plant Pathology (4th ed.). Academic Press, London.
:
:
4. Lawrence, G.H.M. 1951

5. Pelczer, M.J., E.C.S. Chan
:
:
Introduction to the Algae, Prentice Hall, India

Fungi, Hutchinson Univ. Library, Cambridge Univ. Press,
London.
Taxonomy of Vascular Plants. The Macmillan Co. New York.
Microbiology: Concepts and Applications. McGraw Hill Book
Inc. New York.
Co. and N.R. Krieg. 1993

6. Vashista, P.C. 1993
7. Mukherji, H. and Ganguly, 2000:

8. Hill,F.A. 1972.
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Plant Groups, Central Book Agency, Calcutta.
Economic Botany, Tata McGraw-Hill Publishing Company,
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213008
Paper Title:
Botany-I Practical
1.
Credits: 2
Class Hours:30
Detail study including dissection (where necessary), mounting, drawing, description and
identification with classification of the following genera:
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2.
Marks: 50
: Saccharomyces and Ascoboius
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: Riccia and Marchantia
Pteridophyte
: Selaginella, Christella
Gymnosperms
: Cycas
Angiosperm
: Poaceae and Fabaceae
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Volvox, Polysiphonia and Fucas.
Fungi
Rhizopus, Agaricus, Puccinia and Penicillium.
Lichen
Crustose, Foliose and Fructose.
Bryophyte
Anthoceros, Semibarbula.
Pteridophyte
Selaginella, Marsilea, Azolla and Pteris
Gymnosperms
Male and female cones of Cycas,
Angiosperms
Scientific names of common plants around the institution.
3.
Find out algal specimens from local fresh water sample; draw and describe .........................05
4.
Study of the symptoms and causal organisms of Brown spot of rice and stem rot of Jute.
5.
Detailed taxonomic study of the families as included in the theory syllabus.
...................05
7.
...................08
Study of plant and plant parts, and economic uses of angiosperms included in the syllabus.
...................06
Preparation of herbarium specimens of local plants and submission during examination.
8.
...................05
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6.
Laboratory Note book.
Books Recommended:
1. Agrios, G.N 1997
: Plant Pathology (4th Ed.). Academic Press, London.
2. Bold, H.C. and M. J. Wynne. 1978
: Introduction to the Algae, Prentice Hall, India
3. Devlin, M.R. and H.F. Witham.1986 : Plant Physiology (4th Ed.). CBS Publishers and
Distributors, New Delhi.
4. Esau, K.1953
: Plant Anatomy. John Wiley & Sons, Inc., New York.
5. Goodwin, T.W. and E. I. Mereer.
: Introduction to Plant Biochemistry (2nd ed.). Pergamon

Press.
6. Hawker, Lillin, E. 1967
: Fungi, Hutchinson Univ. Library, Cambridge Univ. Press,

London.
7. Kumar, H.D. 1995
: General Ecology, Vikash Pub. House, India.
: Taxonomy of Vascular Plants. The Macmillan Co. New

York.
9. Pelczer, M.J., E.C.S. Chan and

N.R. Krieg.1993
: Microbiology: Concepts and Applications. McGraw Hill

Book Co. Inc. New York.
: Botany for Degree Students: Pteridophyta. S.C. Chand &
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First Year Syllabus

Department of Botany

National University
Subject: Botany
Year wise Papers and marks distribution
FIRST YEAR
Paper Code
213001
213003
213005
213006
212807
212808
213105
213106
211501
Paper Title
Marks
75
Credits
3
Mycology
75
Phycology
Practical-I
Chemistry-I
Zoology-I
Zoology Practical I
Bangladesh
Total=
75
75
100
50
100
50
3
3
4
2
4
2
100
700
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Microbiology
Detailed Syllabus
Paper Code
Paper Title:
213001
Marks: 75
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 45
Microbiology
1. A brief historical background and scope of Microbiology.

2. Living organisms: Characters and possible origin, spontaneous generation,
biogenesis and germ theory of infectious diseases.
3. Position of microorganisms in the Living world: Five-kingdom concept,
three domain concept, prokaryotic versus eukaryotic cells.
4. Prions, Viroids, Rickettsia and Mycoplasma: Discovery, Structure, general characteristics
and importance.
5. Viruses: Discovery, nature, structure of RNA virus (TMV) and DNA virus
(T2 phage); multiplication of viruses; transmission of plant viruses,
importance of viruses.
6. Archaea: General characteristics and importance.

7. Bacteria: Prokaryotic nature, size, shape and arrangement of bacterial cell;
chemical composition of flagella, pili, capsule, cell wall, cell membrane,
nucleoid, cytoplasm, endospore; classification of bacteria on the basis of
flagella, multiplication of bacteria (binary fission), importance of bacteria.
8. Actinomycetes: Discovery, structure, general characteristics and importance.
9. Growth and nutrition of microorganisms: Generation time, phases of
growth curve, essential elements of microbial growth, nutritional groups of
microorganisms (autotrophs and heterotrophs).
10. Microbial association: Introduction, positive and negative interaction, commensalism,
synargism, antagonism and symbiosis.
11. Bacterial and viral diseases: Major human bacterial and viral diseases e.g. cholera, typhoid,
dysenteries, tetanus, tuberculosis, pneumonia, AIDS and polio.
Books Recommended
1. Frobisher, M., R.D. Hinsdill, K.T. Grabtree and C.R. Gooddheart. 1974:
Fundamentals of Microbiology (9th ed.). W.B. Saunders Co. London.
2. Dubey, R.C. and D.K. Maheshwari. 1999: A Text Book of Microbiology. S. Chand and Co. Ltd.
3. Pelczer, M.J., E.C.S. Chan and N.R. Krieg. 1993: Microbiology: Concepts and
Applications. McGraw Hill Book Co. Inc. New York.
4. Tortora, G.J., B.R. Funke and C.L. Case. 1997: Microbiology (6th ed.)
Addison Wes-ley Longman, Inc., California.
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Paper Title:
213003
Marks: 75
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 45
Mycology
1. Introduction and scope of Mycology.

2. Myxomycetes: A brief account of the habit, habitats, structure, reproduction and
importance.
3. Fungi: General characteristics, vegetative structure, chemical nature of cell wall,
growth, nutrition and reproduction.
4. Classification of fungi: Classification according to G. C. Ainsworth 1966, and
C. J. Alexopoulos & C. W. Mims1986.
5. General characteristics of the following fungal classes and study of the
somatic and reproductive features of the genera mentioned against each
class:
(i) Chytridiomycetes: Olpidium, Synchytrium;
(b) Oomycetes: Saprolegnia, Phytophthora and Albugo;
(c) Zygomycetes: Mucor, Rhizopus;
(d) Ascomycetes: Ascobolus, Saccharomyces, Aspergillus, Penicillium,

Erysiphe, Claviceps, Neurospora.
(e) Basidiomycetes: Puccinia, Ustilago, Agaricus, Polyporus.
(f) Deuteromycetes: Candida, Alternaria, Cercospora, Fusarium,
Macrophomina, Colletotrichum.
6. Role of fungi as: Saprophytes, plant parasites, mycorrhizae as plant symbionts,
poisonous and edible mushrooms, in bread and brewer industry and producers
of important metabolites.
7. Lichen: Habitats, habit, morphology, classification, anatomy, reproduction
and importance.
Books Recommended
1. Ainsworth, G. C. 1996: A general purpose classification of fungi.
Bibliography of systematic Mycology, pp 1-4, Commonwealth
Mycological Institute, London.
2. Alexopoulos, C.J., C.W. Mims and M. Blackwell. 1996: Introductory
Mycology (4th ed.), Wiley, Eastern Ltd., Calcutta, India.
3. Hawker, Lilian, E. 1967: Fungi, Hutchinson Univ. Library, Cambridge Univ. Press, London.
4. Moore-Landecker, Elizabath. 1982: Fundamentals of the Fungi. Prentice-Hall.
Inc., New Jersey, USA.
5. Webster, J. 1980: Introduction to Fungi. Cambridge Univ. Press, London, UK.
Paper Code
Paper Title
Marks
Credits
213005
Phycology
75
Class Hours
45
1. Introduction: Definition, history and scope of Phycology.

2. Algal Habitat: Aquatic (fresh, brackish and marine water) terrestrial and sub-aerial.
3. Classification of algae: Bases of classification (pigments, reserve foods, chloroplasts and flagella)
classification up to Class according to F.E. Fritsch (1946) and R.R. Lee (1989). General
characteristics of the different groups of algae.
4. Pigment and Reserve Food: Pigments and reserve food materials in major divisions of Algae.
5. Plastid: Types of chloroplasts of algae and their distribution.
6. Morphology: Range of vegetative structure of algae.
7. Reproduction: Vegetative, asexual and sexual reproduction and perennation in algae.
8. General characteristics, classification up to order and reproduction of the following
classes and the study of life history of the genera mentioned against each class:
i)
Cyanophyceae: Oscillatoria, Nostoc, Anabaena and Gloeotrichia;
ii)
Chlorophyceae: Chlamydomonas, Chlorella, Volvox , Oedogonium and Fritschiella;
iii)
Charophyceae: Chara;
iv)
Euglenophyceae: Euglena;
v)
Bacillariophyceae: Navicula and Chaetoceros;
vi)
Phaeophyceae: Ectocarpus and Sargassum;
vii)
Rhodophyceae: Polysiphonia and Gelidium;
viii)
Cryptophyceae: Cryptomonas;
ix)
Xanthophyceae: Vaucheria.
9. Growth pattern and nutrition in algae.
10. Origin and evolutionary trends in algae.
11. Phytoplankton: Definition and general characteristics, floating mechanisms,
classification, ecological and biological importance, general composition of fresh and
marine water phytoplankton.
12. Importance: Economic and biological importance of freshwater and marine algae
including nitrogen economy of nature.
Books
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Recommended
Bold H.C. and M.J. Wynne. 1978: Introduction to the Algae. Prentice Hall, India.
Chapman, V.J. and D.J. Chapman. 1973: The Algae. Macmillan, London.
Fritsch, F.E. 1946: The Structure and Reproduction in Algae. Vol. 1 & 2, Cambridge Univ. Press.
Lee, R.R. 1989: Phycology. Cambridge Univ. Press, UK.
Prescott, G.W. 1968: The Algae: A Review. Thomas Nelson, London.
Round F.E. 1973: The Biology of Algae. St. Martins Press, New York.
Round, F.E. 1981: The Ecology of Algae, Cambridge Univ. Press, UK.
Smith, G.W. 1950: The Fresh Water Algae of the United States. McGraw Hill Book Co.
Inc., New York.
9. Van dam Hoek, C.D.G. Mann and H.M. Johns. 1996: Algae: An Introduction to
Phycology, Cambridge Univ. Press.
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Paper Code
213006
Paper Title
Marks
Credits
Class Hours
Practical-I (Microbiology, Mycology &

Phycology)
75
45
Microbiology: 25 Marks
1. Handling and use of bright field compound microscope.
2. Microscopic observation of curd and nodule bacteria.
3. Staining and observation of bacteria by simple staining and Gram staining technique.
4. Observation of bacterial and actinomycetous colonies.
5. Demonstration of bacterial colonies by potato culture technique.
6. Study of viral plant disease symptoms e.g. tobacco mosaic and bean mosaic, Acalyphya mosaic etc.
7. Demonstration of microbial products e.g. yoghurt, cheese and antibiotic.
Mycology: 25 Marks
1. Techniques for preparing temporary slides of fungal specimens for microscopic examination.
2. Preparation of lactophenol and cotton blue
3. Laboratory study of the following fungi:
Synchytrium, Albugo, Rhizopus, Mucor, Saccharomyces, Aspergillus, Penicillium, Ascobolus,
Puccinia, Agaricus, Fusarium, Alternaria, Collectotrichum, Cercospora, Polyporus
4. Study of lichen (crustose, foliose and fruticose)
5. Demonstration of fungal products e.g. bread, alcohol, citric acid and yeast grain.
Phycology: 25 Marks
1. Preparation of fixatives used in algal preservation
2. Collection and preservation of algae from various habitats.
3. Study of the genera covered in the theory with emphasis on both vegetative and reproductive structures.
4. Study of planktonic, benthic, terrestrial, sub-aerial, epiphytic, epizoic, marine and brackish water algae.
5. Local excursion.
Instruction to the Examiners

Subject Code:
Time: 6 hours
Subject Title: Microbiology, Mycology & Phycology

Marks: 75
1. Specimen A will be a pure / potato culture of bacteria

Distribution of marks
(i) Preparation of slide
(ii) Neat labelled diagrams
(iii) Description
(iv) Comments
---------------------------------------------------------
Total
Marks
3.0
2.0
2.0
1.0
8.0
2. Specimen B will be curd / nodule

(iii) Description
(iv) Comments
---------------------------------------------------------
Total
Marks
3.0
2.0
2.0
1.0
8.0
3. Comment on C, D, E and F
1.0 4 = 4.0
C will be bacterial or actinomycetous colony or slide

D & E will be microbial products e.g. antibiotics, cheese, curd, root nodule
F will viral plant disease symptoms e.g. tobacco mosaic, bean mosaic, Acalypha mosaic etc.
Mycology
4. Specimen G and H Will be fungal specimens or fungal culture
(iii) Identifying characters
(iv) Identify genus with class
Total
---------------------------------------------------------
Marks
2.0
2.0
2.0
1.0
7.0 2 = 14.0
5. Specimen I, J, K and L will be samples of fungi and fungal products (bread, alcohol, citric acid and
yeast grain).
(i) Identifying characters
(ii) Identification
Marks
1.0
0.5
-----------------------------
Total
1.5 4 = 6.0
Phycology
6. Specimen M will be a mixture of algae of different classes (Spirogyra and Hydrodictyon must not be
given and students must have to present three genera from three different classes)
(iii) Identifying characters
(iv) Identify genus with class
Marks
1.0
2.0
2.0
1.0
---------------------------------------------------------
6.0 3 = 18.0
Total
7. Specimen N and O will be algal specimens or algal slides

(i) Identifying characters
(ii) Identification
-----------------------------
Marks
1.5
1.0
1.5 2 = 3.0
Total
8. Collection (Mycology & Phycology)

--------------- 6.0
9. Practical Note Book (Microbiology, Mycology& Phycology) --------------- 8.0
Paper Code
Paper Title
Marks
Credits
Class Hours
212807
Chemistry-I
100
60
1.
Measurements and the Scientific Method: Measurements, units, SI units, reliability of

measurements precision and accuracy, rounding off, significant figures, significant
figures in calculation, mean and median, errors, sources of errors.
2. Structure of atom: Atom, isotopes, Atomic masses, Mass spectroscopy, Atomic
nucleus, Nuclear binding energy, Nuclear reactions fission and Fusion reactions, Bohr
atom model, Spectrum of atomic hydrogen, Dual nature of electron, Heisenberg
uncertainty principle, Quantum numbers, Atomic orbitals, Aufbau principle, Pauli
exclusion principle, Hunds rule of maximum multiplicity, Electronic configuration of
atoms.
3. Periodic Table: Periodic law, Periodic table, Electronic configurations from the periodic
table, Periodic properties of the elements such as ionization energies, Electron affinity,
Electro negativity, Atomic/ionic radius along a period and down a group, Diagonal
relationship
4. Chemical Bonds: Chemical bond, Types of chemical bonds ionic, Covalent
coordination, Metallic, Hydrogen, Polar and no polar covalent bonds, Lewis dot structure,
Shapes of molecules, VSEPR theory, Valence bond theory, Hybridization, - and bonding in compounds, Molecular orbital theory.
5. Oxidation and reduction: Redox reactions, Writing and balancing Redox reactions,
6. States of Matter: Comparison between solids, Liquids and gases, Changes of state, m.p.
and b.p, phase transition, Phase diagram of water.
7. Gaseous and Their Properties: The gas laws , The perfect gas equation, the kinetic theory of
gases, Van der waals equations, Real gases, Grahams laws of diffusion and Effusion.
8. Solutions: Solubility and intermolecular forces, Solubility product, types of concentration units,
Colligative properties of solutions, Henrys law, Nernst distribution law.
9. Acids and Bases: Various concepts on acids and bases, Conjugate acids and bases,
Neutralization reactions acid- base strength, pH, Acid-base titrations, Acid-base indicators,
Acid-base properties of salts, The common ion effect, Buffer solutions, Hard and soft
acids and bases.
10. Chemical Equilibrium: Reversible reactions and the equilibrium state, the equilibrium
law, Reaction quotients and equilibrium constants, Calculations using Kc, Kp,
Homogeneous and heterogeneous equilibria, The principle of Le Chatelier and Brown.
11. Hydrocarbons: Hydrocarbons, Saturated and unsaturated hydrocarbons, Alkanes,
Alkenes, And Alkynes, Nomenclature of organic compounds-the IUPAC system natural
gas, Petroleum, Petrochemicals.
12. Study of different classes of organic Compounds: Alcohols, Aldehydes, Ketones,
Carboxylic Acids, Esters, Amines and Amides.
Books recommended:
1. General Chemistry, D. D. Ebbing, Houghton Miffin Co.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Chemistry The Molecular Nature of Matter and Change, M. Siberberg. WCB /Mc Graw- Hill.
Introduction to Modern Inogranic Chemistry, S.Z. haider, Friends International.
Essentials of Physical chemistry, B.S Bahl, G.D Tuli and A Bahl, S. Chand & Co.Ltd.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Paper Code
212808
Paper Title
Marks
50
Credits
Class Hours
30
1.
2.
Preparation of FeSO4 7H2O, Mohrs salt and potash alum.

Separation and identification of four radicals from a mixture of anions and cations The
cations are pb2+, Cu2+, Cd2+ , Al3+ , Fe2+ , Fe3+, Co2+, Ni2+, Zn2+ Ca2+, Ba2+, Na+, K+ , and
NH4 + , the anions are NO3, CO32-, S2-, SO4 2-, Cl- , Br and I+
3.
4.
Standardization of NaOH solution using standard oxalic acid solution,

Determination of Fe2+ using standard permanganate solution 5.
Iodometric determination of copper(II) using standard Na2SO3 solution.
6. Gravimetric determination of nickel as Ni(HDMG)2 complex 7.

Determination of the enthalpy change for the decomposition sodium dicarbonate into
8.
sodium carbonate.
Determination of the pH- neutralization curves of a strong acid by a strong base.
9. Investigation of the conductance behaviour of electrolytic solution and applications (acetic acid)
11. Identification of the functional groups (unsaturation, alcohol, phenol, carbonyl, aldehlyde, ketone,
carboxylic acid, aromatic amine, amide and nitro- groups) in organic compound.
Books Recommended:
1. A Text Book of Quantitative Inorganic Analysis, A.I. Vogel, 3rd/4th edition, ELBS and Longman Green
& Co. Ltd.
2. A Text Book of Quantitative Inorganic Analysis, A.I. Vogel 3rd /4th edition, ELBS and Longman
Green & Co. Ltd.
3. Practical physical chemistry, A Faraday.
4. A Text Book of practical organic chemistry, A.I. Vogel, ELBS edition.
Paper Code
213105
Paper Title
Zoology I
Marks
100
Credits
4
Class Hours
60
Group-A: Introduction to Zoology: Protozoa and non-chordates

Introduction to Zoology: Definition and scope of zoology. Foundation of animal life: Level
of organization (protoplasmic, cellular, tissue, organ, organ system, organism, species,
individual, population, community, fauna, biota, ecosystem, biosphere, biodiversity. Cells:
Cell and cell theory, structure and functions of cell organelles. Gametogenesis:
Spermatogenesis and oogenesis; placentation. Classification of animals: Animal kingdoms;
classification up to phyla on the basis of organization, symmetry, coelom and phylogeny;
different taxa and Linnean hierarchy and nomenclature.
Protozoa and non-chordates: General characteristics of the following protozoa and nonchordates phyla with examples Apicomplexa, Ciliophora, Porifera, Cnidaria, Ctenophora,
Platyhelminthes, Gastrotricha, Nematomorpha, Rotifera, Acanthocephala, Kinorhyncha,
Loricifera, Priapulida, Supuncula, Pogonophora, Tardigrada, Onychophora, Phoronida,
Brachiopoda, Bryozoa/Ectoprocta,
General and diagnostic characteristics of the following phyla with examples
Sarcomastigophora, Annelida, Arthropoda and Mollusca.
Type study of the following with their systematic position, habitats, external morphology,
organ systems such as digestion, movement, circulation, respiration, excretion, nervous, and
reproduction; food and feeding habits, mode of life and development
a. Phylum Sarcomastigophora: Euglena
b. Phylum Apicomplexa: Eimeria
c. Phylum Ciliophora: Paramecium
d. Phylum Porifera: Scypha
e. Phylum Cnidaria: Obelia
f.
g. Phylum Mollusca: Pila
h. Phylum Arthropoda: Prawn
i.
Phylum Echinodermata: Astropecten
j.
Phylum Hemichordata: Balanoglossus.
Group-B: Human Physiology and Applied Zoology

Human Physiology: Outline of the physiology of digestion, blood circulation, respiration,
excretion and reproduction; endocrine glands and their functions; vitamins and vitamin
deficiency diseases.
Applied Zoology: Introduction to the major fields of applied zoology: Entomology, Fisheries
Biology, Wildlife Biology, and Parasitology. Agricultural pests: Major pests of rice, jute,
sugarcane and stored grains. Integrated fish farming: Types, poultry, livestock and paddycum-fish culture. Poultry farming: System of poultry farming, diseases of poultry and their
control, economic importance of poultry and their impacts on socio-economic condition of
Bangladesh.
Paper Code
213106
Paper Title
Marks
Credits
Class Hours
Zoology Practical-I
50
30

2. Study of permanent slides: Whole mount, body parts and various cells and invertebrate
tissues (at least 10 slides to be studied)
a. Whole animals representatives of protozoans, rotifers and arthropods.
b. Mouth parts of arthropods.
c. Parasites nematodes and platyhelminths.
d. Different larval forms of invertebrates.
e. Histological slides of invertebrates.
4. External morphology and dissection of various organ systems of earthworm,
cockroach, prawn, Pila and Lam ellidens.
a.
b.
Digestive system of prawn, Pila and Lamellidens.

Nervous system of cockroach, grasshopper, prawn, Pila and Lamellidens.
5.
a.
b.
c.
Temporary mounting
Brain of earthworm.
Salivary gland of cockroach.
Statocyst of prawn.
6.
Study of appendages of prawn.
7.
Animal physiology
a.
b.
Estimation of blood pressure and pulse rate.

Determination of blood group.
8.
Class records.

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

a. Invertebrate specimens (4 items) 2 4 = 8 marks.
b. Whole mount slides (mouth parts, parasites, larvae) (2 items) 2 2 = 4 marks.
c. Histological slides (2 items) 2 2 = 4 marks.
marks.
Class records = 10 marks.
Books Recommended:
1.
C.P. Hickman and L.S Roberts. 1995. Animal Diversity Wm.C. Brown
2.
L.S. Dillon. 1976. Animal Variety: An Evolutionary Account: Wm C. brown Company Publishers,
Dubuque, Iwoa.
3.
4.
J.D. Bernal. 1969. The Origin of Life. Weidenfeld and Nicolson, London.
E.E. Ruppert and R.D. Barnes. 1994. Invertebrate Zoology (6th edition). Saunders College Publishingharcourt Brace College Publishers, New York, London
5.
C.P. Hickman. Integrated Principles of Zoology, C.V. Morsby Co. Inc., New York A.J. Marshal and
W.D. Williams. Text Book of Zoollogy Invertebrates, (edited the 7th edition of Text Book of Zoology,
Vol. I,T.J. Parker and W.A. Haswell)
6.
N.J. Reigle. A Synoptic Introduction to the Animal Kingdom.
7.
E.O. Wilson, T, Eisner and W.R. Brigges, Life: Cells, Organisms Populations. C.C.
Chatterjee Human Physiology Vols. I & II
8.
9.
W.H. Davson . A Text Book of General Physiology

G.L. Presser and P.A. Brown Comparative Animal Physiology
10. B.I. balinsky. An Introduction of Embryology

11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
D. Dent. Insect Pest Management. Chapman and Hall, London.

P. Southgalte and J. Lucas (eds), 1998. Aquaculture Fish and Shellfish Farming Fishing News.
M. King. 1995. Fisheries Biology Assessment and Management. Blackwell Science.
C.G. Scalet. L.D. Flake and D.W. Willis. 1996. Introduction to Wildlife and Fisheries: An Integrated
Approach. W.H. Freeman.
TVR. Pillay. 1993. Aquaculture: Principles and Practices. Fishing News Books.
L.P. Pedigo. Entomology and Pest Management.
R.Wall and D. Shearer, 1997. Vetenerary Entomology. Chapman & Hall
V.G. Jingran and R.S.V. Pull in 1985. A Hatchery Manual for the Common, Chinese and Indian Major
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First Year Syllabus

Department of Chemistry
Four Year B.Sc Honours Course

National University
Subject: Chemistry
Syllabus for Four Year B.Sc Honours Course

Year wise Papers and marks distributions
FIRST YEAR
Paper Code
Paper Title
212801
Physical Chemistry-I
212803
Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry
212805
Fundamentals of Inorganic Chemistry
212806
213709
213711
212707
212709
211501
Chemistry Practical:
Qualitative inorganic analysis, inorganic
preparations and elementary crystal chemistry
Fundamentals of Mathematics
Calculus-I
Physics-I
(Mechanics, Properties of Matter, Waves & Optics)
Physics-II (Heat, Thermodynamics and Radiation)
History of the Emergence of Independent of
Bangladesh
Total =
Marks
75
75
Credits
3
3
75
75
100
50
100
4
2
4
50
100
700
28
Detailed Syllabus
Paper Code
Paper Title
212801
Marks: 75
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 45
Physical Chemistry-I
1.
State of Matter: Microscopic and macroscopic system, properties of molecules,

potential and kinetic energy of molecules, degrees of freedom of motion; transnational
rotational and vibrational energy of systems, principle of equipartition of energy, state
of aggregation of matter.
2.
Gaseous State: properties of gases, the gas laws; ideal and real gases, ideal gas
equation, kinetic theory and its application to ideal gases, pressure of ideal gases,
boltzmann distribution of molecular energies, deviation from ideal behaviour, vander
Walls equation, critical constants; principle of corresponding states, collision number,
mean free path, daltons law of partial pressure.
3.
Liquids and Solutions: Physical properties and molecular structure, surface tension
measurement of surface tension, visocosity, poiscuilles equation, measurement
visocosity, molar refractivity and dipole moment, measurement vapour pressure,
dependence of vapour pressure on temperature variation, solution, solubility, solubility
prodruct, molecular solution, ionic solution, units of concentration, raoults law, ideal
and nonideal solutions, colligative properties of solution, effect of electrolytes on
colligative properties. henrys law determination of molecular weight by measuring
colligative properties.
4.
Chemical Equilibrium: Equilibrium in chemical reactions and the equilibrium law; kp ,

kc , and kx measurements, degree of dissociation; effects of temperature, pressure and
concentration changes of equilibrium, principle of Le Chatelier and Braun, Ostwald
dilution law, dissociation of solid, solubility product, common ion effect, ph and buffer
solution.
5.
Energetics in Chemistry: Work and heat; internal energy, the first law of
thermodynamics, system, surrounding and boundery, state function and exact
differentials, enthalpy, work of expansions reversible and adiabatic expansions, heat
capacities at constant pressure and constant volume, Joule-Thompsons effect, inversion
temperature enthalpy changes in various chemical and physical processes; hesss law
and its application, born-haber cycle; bond enthalpy.
6.
Rates of Chemical reaction: Rate of reaction, rate equation, order and rate constant,
measurement of reaction rates, determination of order and rate constant, elementary and
complex reaction, molecularity, effect of temperature on the rate of reaction. activation
energy.
Book Recommended:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Physical chemistry, PW atkins

Physical Chemistry, G W Castellan
A text Book of Physical Chemistry, S Glasstone
Principles of Physical Chemistry, Haque & Nawab (Revised by Haque & Mollah)
General Chemistry, D Ebbing
Paper Code
Paper Title
212803
Marks: 75
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 45
Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry
1.
Bonding in Organic Compounds: Atomic orbitals; covalent bonds; sigma and pi

bonds, hybridization of orbitals; shapes of molecules, classification of organic
compounds based on their functional groups, polar and nonpolar molecules,
nomenclature of organic compounds. formation of carbocations, carbanion, free radicals
and their stabilities. homologous series.
2.
Hydrocarbons and their Classification:

2.1 Alkanes: Structure; nomenclature, sources; preparation and reaction of alkanes and
cycloalkanes, conformation of n-butane and cyclohexane, Wurtz reaction. free radical
mechanism of halogenation. CFC.
2.2 Alkenes: Structure and orbital picture and sources, nomenclature, preparation and
reaction of alkenes, geometrical isomerism of alkenes, cis-trans isomer and E.Z
systems, mechanism of electrophilic addition, Markowikovs and Anti Markowniovs
rule, stereo specific reactions.
2.3 Dienes: Structure and orbital picture, nomenclature; preparation and rections of
dienes, diels-Alder reaction; polymerization, conjugated dines.
2.4 Alkynes: Structure and orbital picture; nomenclature, preparation, reactions of
alkynes, electrophilic addition reaction, acidity of alkynes.
3.
Alkyl Halides: Structure, nomenclature; preparation and properties of alkyl halides;

mechanism of nucleophilic substitution reaction and elimination reactions, grignard
reagent, its synthesis and application.
4.
Alcohols: Structure, nomenclature, classification of alcohols, preparation, reactions of

monohydric, dihydric and trihydric alcohols. reactions of alcohols, dehydration,
substitution, oxidation and reduction. acidity and basicity of alcohols.
5.
Ethers and Epoxides: Nomenclature, preparation, reactions of ethers; ethers as

protecting groups; crownethers.
6.
Aldehydes and Ketones: Nomenclature, orbital picture of carbonyl group. general

methods of preparation and reactions of aldehydes and ketones; nucleophilic addition
reaction of carbonyl compounds.
7.
Carboxylic Acids: Structure and orbital picture; nomenclature; acidity, resonance effect
and inductive effect on acidity, general methods of preparation and reactions of
carboxylic acids
Books Recommended:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Organic Chemstry, R.T. Mirrison and R N Boyd, Sixth Edition

Organic Chemisty, IL Finar, Vol.I. Longmans, 6t h Ed.
Modern Organic Chemistry, R.W Griffin Jr, McGraw Hill
Principles of Organic Chemistry, J. English, H.G Cassidy and R.I Baird. MeGraw Hill
Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry, J.D. roberts and M.C Casserio. W.W. Benjamin Inc.
Organic Chemistry, McMuny. Broks-Coole.
Paper Code
Paper Title
212805
Marks: 75
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 45
Fundamentals of Inorganic Chemistry
1. Atomic Structure: Atomic nucleus, fundamental particles, nuclear forces, nuclear binding
energy, nuclear stability, magic numbers, radioactivity, isotopes, atomic mass, mass
spectrometry, cathode rays, mass and charge of an electron, -particle scattering, Rutherford
atom model, Plancks quantum theory, Bohrs theory for hydrogen atom, electromagnetic
spectrum, absorption and emission spectra, emission spectrum of atomic hydrogen, quantum
numbers, atomic orbitals, shapes and orientation of s, p and d orbitals, aufbau principle, Pauli
exclusion principle.
2. Periodic Classification: Periodic law, periodic table, prediction of elements, naming of
all elements, elements in groups, periods and blocks, electronic configuration of groups and
periods, metals, nonmetals and metalloids, diagonal relationship, periodicity of atomic and
molecular properties e.g. ionization energy, electron affinity, electronegativity, effective
nuclear charge, atomic/ionic radii, etc., usefulness and limitation of periodic table.
3. Chemical Bonds: Chemical bond, types of chemical bonds, ionic bond: energetic of ionic
bond formation, properties of ionic compounds, factors influencing the formation of ionic
bond, radius ratio rule, lattice energy, Fajans rule, covalent bond: sigma and pi bond, polar
and non-polar covalent bonds, properties associated with covalent compounds, Lewis
formulation, formal charge, valence shell electron pair repulsion (VSEPR) theory and
molecular geometry.
4. Acids and Bases: Concepts on acids and bases, conjugate acids and bases, neutralization
reactions, acid - base strength, leveling effect, hard and soft acids and bases, hard and soft
acids and bases in qualitative analysis.
6. Types of Reactions: Oxidation -reduction reactions, oxidizing and reducing agents,
assigning oxidation states to bonded atoms, redox half reactions, rules for balancing redox
reactions, Ellingham diagram, standard reduction potential, the electrochemical series,
disproportionation reactions, comproportionation reaction, addition reaction, elimination
reactions, double decomposition reactions, substitution reactions, acid - base reactions.
Books Recommended:
1. General Chemistry, D. D. Ebbing, Houghton Mifflin Co.
2. Chemistry The Molecular Nature of Matter and Change, M. Silberberg, WCB/McGraw-Hill.
3. General Chemistry, J. B. Russel, International Edition, McGraw-Hill Inc.
4. Modern Inorganic Chemistry, R. D. Madan, S. Chand & Company Ltd.
5. Basic Inorganic Chemistry, F. A. Cotton, G. Wilkinson, and P. L. Gaus, John Willey & Sons.
6. Principles of Descriptive Inorganic Chemistry, G. Wulfsberg, University Science Books, Mill Valley.
Paper Code
Paper Title
212806
Marks: 75
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 45
Chemistry Practical: Qualitative inorganic analysis, inorganic preparations and

elementary crystal chemistry
1.
Safety: The twelve rules of safety, safety in the laboratory.
2.
Purification and Preparation of Inorganic Compounds:

(i)
Purification of commercial NaCl by recrystallization and salting out processes,
(ii)
Preparation of ferrous sulphate FeSO4.7H2O, Mohrs salt [FeSO4. (NH4)2SO4.
6H2O], potash alum [K2SO4. Al2(SO4)3. 24H2O], chrome alum [K2SO4. Cr2(SO4)3.
24H2O], sodium carbonate Na2CO3.

3.
Model Making: Seven crystal systems model.
4.
Systematic Semimicro Qualitative Analysis of Inorganic Salts: Identification of

inorganic basic and acid radicals, 5 radicals in a mixture taking at least two from both ion
types.
Books Recommended:
1.
2.
3.
A Text-Book of Macro and Semimicro Qualitative Inorganic Analysis, A. I. Vogel, 4th

edition, Longmans, Green and Co. Ltd.
Semimicro Qualitative Analysis, F. J. Welcher and R. B. Hahn, D. Van Nostrand Co. Inc.
Qualitative Analysis, V. Alexeyev, Mir Publishers.
Paper Code
Paper Title
213709
Marks: 100
Credits:4
Class Hours: 60
1. Real Number System: Field and order properties, natural numbers, integers and rational numbers, absolute
value and their properties, basic inequalities.
2. Complex Number System: Field of complex numbers, De Moivre's theorem and its applications.
3. Theory of equations: Relations between roots and coefficients, symmetric functions of roots, sum of the
powers of roots, synthetic division, Des Cartes rule of signs, multiplicity of roots, transformation of equations.
4. Matrices and Determinants:, Notion of matrix. types of matrices. algebra of matrices. determinant function
and its properties. minors, cofactors, expansion and evaluation of determinants. elementary row and column
operations and row-reduced echelon matrices. invertible matrices. diagonal, triangular and symmetric matrices.
5. System of Linear Equations: System of linear equations (homogeneous and non-homogeneous) and their
solutions. gaussian elimination, application of matrices and determinants for solving system of linear equations.
applications of system of equations in real life problems.
6. Vector Spaces: Euclidean n-space. real vector spaces. subspaces. linear combination of vectors. linear
dependence of vectors. basis and dimension. linear transformations. matrix representation of linear
transformation. kernel and image. eigenvalues and eigenvectors.
7. Two-dimensional Geometry: Transformation of coordinates, pair of straight lines (homogeneous second
degree equations, general second degree equations representing pair of straight lines, angle between pair of
straight lines, bisectors of angle between pair of straight lines), general equations of second degree (reduction to
standard forms, identifications, properties and tracing of conics).
8. Three-dimensional Geometry: Three-dimensional coordinates, distance, direction cosines and direction
ratios. planes and straight lines. vectors in plane and space. algebra of vectors. scalar and vector product. vector
equations of straight lines and planes.
Books Recommended :
1. S. Bernard & J M Child- Higher algebra.
2. Howard Anton & Chris Rorres Elementary Linear Algebra with Application.
3. Khosh Mohammad- Analytic Geometry and Vector Analysis.
4. Md. Abdur Rahman Linear Algebra.
Paper Code
Paper Title
213711
Marks: 50
Credits:2
Class Hours: 30
Calculus-I
1. Functions & their graphs : Polynomial and rational functions, logarithmic and exponential functions,
trigonometric functions & their inverses, hyperbolic functions & their inverses, combinations of such functions.
2. Limit and continuity: Definitions and basic theorems on limit and continuity. Limit at
infinity & infinite limits, Computation of limits.
3. Differentiation: Tangent lines and rates of change. Definition of derivative. One-sided
derivatives. Rules of differentiation . Successive differentiation. Leibnitz's theorem. Related
rates. Linear approximations and differentials.
4. Applications of Differentiation: Mean value theorem. Maximum and minimum values
of functions. Concavity and points of inflection. Optimization problems.
5. Integration: Antiderivatives and indefinite integrals. Techniques of integration. Definite
integration using antiderivatives. Fundamental theorems of calculus. Basic properties of
integration. Integration by reduction.
6. Applications of Integration: Arc length. Plane areas. Surfaces of revolution. Volumes
of solids of revolution. Volumes by cylindrical shells. Volumes by cross sections.
7. Approximation and Series: Taylor polynomials and series. Convergence of series.
Taylor's series. Taylor's theorem and remainders. Differentiation and integration of series.
Books Recommended:
1. Howard Anton -Calculus (7th and forward editions).
2. E.W. Swokowski - Calculus with Analytic Geometry.
3. Md. A Matin & B Chakraboty, - Diferential Calculus.
Paper Code
Paper Title
1.
2.
3.
4.
212707
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Physics-I (Mechanics, Properties of Matter, Waves & Optics)
Vector Analysis: Vectors and scalars, Addition and multiplication of vectors, Triple
scalar & vector products, Derivatives of vectors, Gradient, divergence and curl-their
physical significance, Theorems of Gauss, Green & Stokes.
Work, Energy and Power: Work energy theorem, Conservation of energy and linear
momentum, Conservative and non-conservative forces and systems, Conservation of
energy and momentum, Centre of mass, Collision problems.
Rotational Motions: Rotational variables, Rotation with constant angular acceleration,
Relation between linear and angular kinematics, Torque on a particle, Angular
momentum of a particle, kinetic energy of rotation and moment of intertia. Combined
translational and rotational motion of a rigid body, Conservation of angular momentum.
Gravitation: Centre of gravity of extended bodies, Gravitational field and potential their
calculations, Determination of gravitation constant and gravity, Compound and katers
pendulums, Motion of planets and satellites, Escape velocity.
5.
Elasticity: Moduli of elasticity, poissions ratio, Relations between elastic constants and
their determination, Cantilever.
6. Surface Tension: Surface tension as a molecular phenomenon, Surface tension and
surface energy, Capillary rise or fall of liquids, Pressure on a curved membrane due to
surface tension, Determination of surface tension of water, mercury and soap solution,
Effect of temperature.
7. Fluid Dynamics: Viscosity and coefficient of viscosity, Poiseulles equation,
Determination of the coefficient of viscosity of liquid by Stokes method, Bernoullis
theorem and its applications, Toricelli s theorem, Venturimeter.
8. Waves: Mechanical waves, types of waves, travelling waves. The superposition principle. Wave speed,
Power and intensity in wave motion. Interference of waves, Standing Waves and resonance.
9. Oscillatory Motions: Simple harmonic motion, Combination of harmonic motions, Damped
harmonic motion, Forced oscillations and resonance.
10. Geometrical Optics: Fermats Principles, Theory of equivalent lenses, Defect of
images, Optical instrument, Dispersion rainbow.
11. Nature and Propagation of light: Properties of light, Wave theory and Huygenes
Principle, Theories of light.
12. Interference: Youngs experiment: Bi-prism, Newtons ring.
13. Diffraction: Fresnels and Fraunhofer types, Diffraction through single slit and double
slit, diffraction grating, Dispersive and resolving powers of gratings.
14. Polarization: Plane, Elliptical and circular Polarizations, Optical, Rotatory dispersion, Polarimeters.
Books Recommended:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
R. S. Halliday, R. Resnick, and J. Walker

Halliday, D. and Resnick, R.
Sears, F.W. , Zimansky, M.W. and Young, H.D.
Mathur, D.S.
Newman, F.W. and Serale, V.H.L
A text Book of Light
Fundamentals of Optics
Principles of Optics
Paper Code
Paper Title
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
: Fundamentals of Physics
: Physics
: University Physics
: Properties of Matter
: General Properties of Matter.
: Choudhury, Saha & Pramanik
: F.A. Jenking & H.E. White
: K.G. Mazumder
: B.K. Mathur
212709
Marks: 50
Credits: 2
Class Hours: 30
Thermometry: Temperature, Concepts of thermal equilibrium, measurement of low and

high temperature: Gas thermometers, Resistance thermometer, Thermocouple,
Pyrometry, International temperature scale.
Calorimetry: Specific heats of solids, liquids and gases by method of mixture with radiation
corrections: Newtons Law of cooling, Variations of specific heats, Atomic and molecular heats.
Transmission of Heat: Thermal conductivity, Determination of thermal conductivities of good
and bad conductors.
Thermodynamic Systems: Concept of internal energy: The first law of
thermodynamics, Work and specific heats, Isothermal and adiabatic processes.
The second law of thermodynamics: Reversible and irreversible processes: Carnot
cycle, Efficiency of reversible engines, Absolute thermodynamic temperature scale,
Change of phase: Clausius and Clapeyron equation, Porous plug experiment.
Entropy: Entropy of an ideal gas, Temperature-entropy diagram, Increase of entropy.
7.
8.
Thermodynamic Functions: The Maxwells relations, Specific heat equations.

Radiation: Concept of black body radiation, Kirchhoffs law, StefanBoltzmann law,
Wiens displacement Law, Rayleigh-Jeans law, Plancks Radiation law, Pyrometers,
Temperature of the sun.
Books Recommended:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Halliday, D. and Resnick, R.

A Text Book of Heat
Principle of Heat, Thermodynamics and Radiation
A Text of Heat, Thermodynamics and Radiation
A Text of Heat, Thermodynamics and Radiation
Heat and Theromodynamics
Tap O Tapagati Bijnan
Heat and Thermodynamics
Paper Code
Paper Title:
: Physics
: T. Hossain
: M. A. Haque
: M. Ishaque & A.M.Z.Islam
: Z.I. Bhuiyan & S. Rahman
: Choudhury, Saha & Pramanik
: N. Uddin & A. Kalam
: M.A. Jabbar
: M. W. Zemansky
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
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First Year Syllabus

Department of Environment Science

National University
Subject: Environment Science
FIRST YEAR
Paper Code
214401
214403
214405
214407
214409
214410
211501
Paper Title
Introduction to Environmental Science
Fundamental of Chemistry
Fundamental of Earth Sciences
Fundamental of Biological Sciences
Mathematics and Statistics for Environmental
Sciences
Laboratory and Field work on Environmental
Sciences
Total=
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100
100
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Credits
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Detailed Syllabus
Paper Code: 214401
Paper Title:
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Introduction to Environmental Science
1. Definition, scope and goal of environmental sciences, it relation to other disciplines of

science, environmental issues in Bangladesh and role of environmental science, state of
environmental awareness, environmental communication and action oriented programs in
Bangladesh and South Asia
2. Multidisciplinary nature of environmental Sciences: Historical and philosophical basis,
concept of Gaia: the interconnectedness of lithosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere and
biosphere.
3. Natural Resources: Renewable and non-renewable resources, Natural resources and
associated problems, Role of an individual in conservation of natural resources, Equitable
use of resources for sustainable lifestyles.
4. Biogeochemical Cycles of some important elements: Carbon, Nitrogen, Sulfur; their
implication for global environmental changes.
5. Ecosystems: Concept of an ecosystem, Structure and function of an ecosystem, Producers,
consumers and decomposers, Energy flow in the ecosystem, Ecological succession, Food
chains, food webs and ecological pyramids, Introduction, types, characteristic features,
structure and function of the following ecosystems (Forest ecosystems, Grassland
ecosystems, Desert ecosystems, Aquatic ecosystems).
6. Biodiversity and its conservation: Introduction, Definition (genetic, species and ecosystem
diversity), Biogeographical classification of Bangladesh, Value of biodiversity,
Biodiversity at global, national and local levels, Conservation of biodiversity: In-situ and
Ex-situ conservation of biodiversity.
7. Environmental Pollution: Definition, causes, effects and control measures of Air Pollution,
Water pollution, Soil pollution, Marine pollution, Noise pollution, Thermal pollution and
Nuclear hazards; Solid waste (Causes, effects and control measures of urban and industrial
wastes), Role of an individual in prevention of pollution, Concept of Disaster (Floods,
earthquakes, cyclones and landslides).
8. Environmental Issues: Green house gases and their impact, trends and projection of future
emissions, global warming, acid rain, ozone layer depletion, climate change and
sustainable development.
Recommended References:
1.
Textbook of Environmental Studies by Erach harucha, Universities Press, India, 2005.
2.
Environmental Chemistry by S.E. Manahan, 8th Edition, Lewis Publishers, 2000.
3.
Environmental science earth as a living planet by Arms, K., Aaunders college
publishing, 1990.
4.
Environmental science an introduction by Miller.Jr., G.T..
5.
Environmental science earth as a living planet by Daniel B.Botkin, E.A.K., John Wiley
and sons inc., 1998.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
1.
214403
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Fundamental of Chemistry
Class Hours: 60
The States of Aggregation of Matter: Gaseous, liquid and solid

The Gaseous States: The gas laws, kinetic theory of gases, distribution of molecular
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
velocities, molecular diffusion and effusion, deviations from ideal gas behavior, the van
der Waals equation of state, abnormal vapor density, association and dissociation,
degree of dissociation. The Liquid State: Liquefaction of gases, the critical state,
determination of critical constants, the principle of corresponding state, attainment of
low temperature, vapor pressure of liquid, surface tension
The Solid State: Properties of solids, crystalline and amorphous solids, the crystal
system.
Solutions and Colloids: Types of solutions, concentration units, Henrys law, Nernst
distribution law, solvent extraction, solution of non-electrolytes, vapor pressure lowering,
boiling point elevation, freezing point depression, osmotic pressure, determination of
molecular weight of solute from measurement of these properties, colligative properties of
electrolytes, Colloids: Colloidal dispersions, some properties of colloids, colloidal
pollutants.
The First Law of Thermodynamics: Formulation of the law, the nature of internal energy,
reversible and irreversible processes, Joule-Thomson experiment.
The Structure of Atoms: Rutherfords nuclear theory, isotopes and mass spectrograph,
Planks quantum theory and photoelectric effect, Bohrs model of the atoms and atomic
spectra, Bohr-Sommerfield modification, Hunds rule, Pauli exclusion principle, Aufbau
principle, electronic configuration of atoms, uncertainty principle, electron probability
distribution, wave-particle duality, shapes of orbital.
The Periodic Law and Modern Periodic Table: Some periodic properties of the elements:
metallic behavior, atomic size, ionization energy, electron affinity and electronegativity,
classification of elements.
Concepts of Chemical Bonds and Shapes of Molecules: Causes of reactivity of the
elements and the octet rule, ionic, covalent and coordination bonds, preliminary treatment
of the valence bond theory and the molecular orbital theory, hydrogen bond, metallic bond,
van der Waals forces, the valence shell electron pair repulsion (VSEPR) theory for shapes
of simple molecules.
General Concept of Oxidation-Reduction and Acid-Bases: Oxidation number and
oxidation-reduction processes, balancing oxidation-reduction reactions, different concepts
of acids and bases, relative strengths of acids and bases.
Organic Chemistry: General classification of organic compounds, structure, conformation,
nomenclature, preparation, physical and chemical properties of different hydrocarbons
(alkanes, olefenes, acetylenes, dienes and polymer), A General Concept on Preparation,
Physical and Chemical Properties, Reaction Type and Structure of alcohols, aldehydes,
ketones, carboxylic acid and amines.
9. Aromatic Hydrocarbons and Heterocyclic Compounds: Sources, isolation, reactions and

structure. Aromaticity of heterocyles: Pyrrole, furan, thiophene and pyridine.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Principles of Physical Chemistry, M.M. Haque and M.A. Nawab (Student

Publications).
Elements of Physical Chemistry, S. Glasstone and D. Kews (McMillan & Co. Ltd).
Physical Chemistry, P.W. Atkins.
General Chemistry, D.D. Ebbing..
Introduction to Modern Inorganic Chemistry, S.Z. Haider.
Basic Inorganic Chemistry, Cotton and Wilkinson, 4th Edn.
Organic Chemistry, R.H. Morrison and R.N. Boyd, Prentice-Hall, Inc.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
214405 Marks: 100

Credits: 4
Fundamental of Earth Sciences
Class Hours: 60
1.
Introduction to Earth Sciences: Definitions of Earth Sciences (Geological Sciences) and

Environmental Science. The scope and subdivisions of Geological Sciences. Relationship
between Earth Sciences and Environmental Science.
2. The Universe, Solar System and the Planet Earth: Big-Bang theory, solar system,
different planets, origin of the solar system, interior of the earth layers of different
compositions, layers of different physical properties, geothermal gradient.
3.
Minerals: Mineral's chemistry, definition, physical properties, common minerals silicate minerals, carbonate, phosphate, and sulfate minerals, ore minerals. Rock:
Definition, types.
4.
Igneous and Volcanic Rocks: Igneous and volcanic activities, magma and its origin,
solidification of magma, characteristics of lava, different types of plutons, volcanic
landforms, classifications of igneous rocks.
5. Sedimentary Rocks: Definition, origin, classification, texture, structure, sedimentary
facies and depositional environments.
6. Metamorphic Rocks: Definition, metamorphism (limits, controlling factors and types),
kinds of metamorphic rocks, metamorphic facies.
7. Fossils, Evolution, and Extinction: Definition of fossil, types of preservation, conditions
that favor preservation of fossils, types of evolution, reasons of extinction.
8. Geologic Time: Absolute vs relative time, radiometric age dating, and relative dating
techniques, unconformities, correlation and geologic time scale.
9. Deformation of Rock: Stress and strain, stages of deformation, ductile deformation vs
fracture, brittle-ductile properties of the lithosphere, evidence of former deformation.
10. Plate Tectonics: Continental drift, plate tectonics, continental collision, cause of plate
tectonics, relation amongst plate tectonics, continental crust and mountain building.
11. Resources of Minerals and Energy: Mineral resources, origin of mineral deposits, useful
mineral substances, energy resources, fossil fuels and other sources of energy.
1. Skinner, B.J. & Porter, S.C., 1995, The Dynamic Earth, 3rd Edn, John Wiley & Sons,
Inc., New York.
2. Holmes, D.L., 1978, Holmes Principles of Physical Geology, ELBS and Thomas Nelson
& Sons Ltd., Nairobi.
3.
Judson, S. and Kauffman, M.E, 1990, Physical Geology, Prentice-Hall Inc., New
Jersey.
4.
Press, F. & Siever, R., 1974, Earth, W.H. Freeman & Co., San Francisco.
5.
Spencer, E.W., 1983, Physical Geology, Addison-Wesley Publishing Co, Inc.,
California.
6.
Miller, R.W. & Donahue, R.L. 1997, Soils in Our Environment, Prentice-Hall Inc.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
1.
2.
214407 Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Fundamental of Biological Sciences
Class Hours: 60
Introduction: The structure and function of a living organism in this natural environment;
components and ecological inter-relationships; Origin and evolution of life; Evolution in
the plant and animal kingdom.
Brief account about Interactions between Environment and Organisms: Ecological
concepts-Environment, Limiting Factors, Habitat and Niche; Kinds of Organism

Interactions; Community and Ecosystem.
3. Classification: Groups of plants and their modern classification systems; Principles and
kinds of classification; detailed study of Artificial (Linnaeus), Natural (Benthum and
Hooker) and Phylogenetic (Engler and Prantle) classification; Outline of Whittakers
system of classification. Monera-Protista; Eukaryotic and Prokaryotic Concept.
4. Taxonomy and systematic: Principles of nomenclature; author citation, principle of
priority and conserved name, Herbarium: Definition, field and herbarium techniques;
major herbaria of the world; Bangladesh National herbarium, preservation of funa
5. A brief introduction to major groups of bacteria and virus: Archaebacteria and
Eubacteria; Gram negative and Gram positive bacteria; Growth of bacteria; Mycoplasma;
Bacteriaophage and its multiplication; Economic and Ecological Importance of bacteria
and virus.
6. Fungi: General characters and classification of fungi; Salient features and life cycle of
the following genera: Synchytrium, Phytophthora, Aspergillus, Penicillium,
Helminthosporium, Saccharomyces; Economic and Ecological importance of fungi.
7. Algae: General characters and classification (upto class) of Algae: The general characters
and economic importance of the classes: (a) Cyanophyceae, (b) Chlorophyceae, (c)
Bacillariopyceae, (d) Xanthophyceae, (e) Chryosphyceae, (f) Euglenophyceae, (g)
Phaeophyceae, (h) Rhodophyceae ; Economic and Ecological importance of algae.
8.
General characters, classification and biological significance of zooplankton and
phytoplankton.
9.
Biological and ecological significance of higher plants and animals 10.
Economical, biological and ecological importance of bryophytes and pteridophytes.
11. General characteristics and classification of animal phyla; species concept and taxonomic
categories.
1. Pelezar, M.J. Chan. E.C.S. and Krieg. N.R. 1993. Microbiology. Concepts and
Applications. McGaw-Hill Inc.
2. Alexopoulos, C.J. Mims, C.W. and Blackwell, M. 1996. Introductory Mycology (4th ed.),
John Wiley and Sons Inc. New York.
3. Ashrafuzzaman, H. 1991. A text book of plant pathology. Bangladesh Agricultural
Research Council.
4. Sharma, O.P. 1989. Text Book of Fungi. Tata McGraw-Hill publishing Company Ltd.,
New Delhi.
5. Prescott. G.W. 1984 (1st ed.). The Algae: A review, Bishen Sing Mahendra pal Singh and
Otto Koettz Science Publishers.
6.
Pandev. B.P. 1986. Algae. S. Chand and Company Reprint.
7.
Porter. C.L. 1969. Taxonomy of Flowering Plants Eurasia Publishing House, New
Delhi, India.
8. Jones. B.S and Luschinger, A.E. 1979. Plant Systematics McGraw Hill Book Co. New
Delhi, India.
9.
Kershaw, R.D. 1983. Animal Diversity, University Tutorial Press, U.K.
10. Storer, T.I & R.L. Usinger, 1979. General Zoology, (3rd Edition), Oxford University
Press. Inc. New York.
11. Ricki Lewis. 1992. Life, WMC Brown Pub. Ltd.
12.Pandey. B.P, 1985. A text book of Botany. Angiosperms. S. Chand and Campany Ltd.
New Delhi
Paper Code
Paper Title:
214409 Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Mathematics and Statistics for Environmental Sciences
1.
Functions and their graphs for real numbers; limit and continuity; derivatives of
elementary functions; chainrule; higher derivatives; partial derivatives; total differential;
application to geometry-tangent, normals, maxima and minima, asymptotes.
2. Indefinite integral as inverse of derivatives; techniques of integration; definite integral as
limit of a sum, interpretation as areas; determination of length and area of plane curve,
beta and gamma functions.
3. Ordinary differential equations; general principles; elementary standard types; linear
equation with constant co-efficients.
4. Vector space; differentiation of vectors; gradient, divergence, curl and their physical
differences; linear dependence; base and dimension.
5. Summation of finite series (both algebraic and trigonometric).
6. Representation of data: pie chart, bar chart, histogram, and frequency
7. Distribution. Measures of central tendency: Mean, mode, median.
8. Measures of dispersion: variance, standard deviation, co-efficient of variation, mean
deviation range, quartile deviation, moments.
9. Relationship between variables: correlation analysis, regression analysis.
10. Probability: Addition of probabilities, conditional probabilities.
1.
Method of Statistics by M.G Mostofa Karim Press and publications, Dhaka.
2. A Study Guide to Epidaciology and Bio-statistics by Richard Morton and J. Richard
Hebel University park press.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
214410 Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Laboratory and Field work on Environmental Sciences
Chemistry
1. Introduction: Laboratory protocol, code of conduct, laboratory wears, safety rules,
laboratory waste disposals, laboratory log book, acquaintance with common laboratory
glassware and apparatus, characteristics of corrosive, hazardous and flammable liquids,
primary and secondary standard substances, minimisation of parallax, operational and
personal errors, representative data, laboratory data interpretation, dimensional analysis
(factor-label method), calculation of equivalent weights of oxidizing agents, mass
percentage, theoretical and percentage yield, calculation of strengths of standard solution,
percentage of error calculation.
2. Preparation of Solutions: Preparation of normal and molar solution of common acid and
bases, preparation of normal solution of oxidizing and reducing reagents (e.g, potassium
dichromate, sodium thiosulfate, ferrous ammonium sulfate), preparation of dilute
solutions, series dilution and strengths calculation of primary standard substances.
3. Acid-Base Reaction: Standardisation of base against standardise acid, standardisation of
acid against standardise base.
4. Oxidation-Reduction Reaction: Determination of ferrous iron, ferric iron and total iron
by oxidation with standard potassium dichromate solution.
5.
6.
Determination of cation and radicals by systematic qualitative analysis (group test).

Determination of anionic species by systematic qualitative analysis (group test).
Earth Sciences
1. Identification of Rocks and minerals on hand specimen
1.
Environmental Surveying, Topo-sheet and map reading.
2.
Subsurface geologic data interpretation.
3.
Field visit
Biological Science
1.
Field survey on Biology for Environmental Sciences (protected areas, e.g., Eco-park).
2.
Introduction to laboratory; Microscopic Technique; Preservatives, Stains and Mounting
Media.
3.
Study of algae, fungi and lichen.
5.
Demarcation of phytoplankton and zooplankton.
6.
Study of bacterium: Staining technique.
7.
Preparation of herbarium sheet and preservation of fauna.
8.
Identification and characterization of Chondicthis and Osteicthis.
9.
Preparation of field and laboratory note book.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
211501 Marks: 100

Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60

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1.
c. Language.
2.
a.
b.
c.
ThecreationofPakistan1947.
3.
Pakistan:Structureofthestateanddisparity.
a.
Centralandprovincialstructure.
b.
InfluenceofMilitaryandCivilbureaucracy.
C. Economic,socialandculturaldisparity
4.
a.
b.
c.
5.
a.
b.
Ayub Khans rise to power and characteristics of his rule (Political repression, Basic
c.
Fall of Ayub Khan and Yahia Khans rule (Abolition of one unit, universal suffrage, the
LegalFrameworkOrder)
6.
RiseofnationalismandtheMovementforselfdetermination.
7.
The mass upsurge of 1969 and 11 point movement: background,programme and
significance.
8.
a.
b.
9.
ThewarofLiberation1971
a.
Genocide,repressionofwomen,refugees
b.
FormationofBangladeshgovernmentandproclamationofIndependence
c.
The spontaneous early resistance and subsequent organized resistance (Mukti Fouz,
MuktiBahini,guerillasandthefrontalwarfare)
Publicity Campaign in the war of Liberation (Shadhin Bangla Betar Kendra, the
d.
e.
Contributionofstudents,womenandthemasses(Peopleswar)
f.
TheroleofsuperpowersandtheMuslimstatesintheLiberationwar.
g.
TheAntiliberationactivitiesoftheoccupationarmy,thePeaceCommittee,AlBadar,Al
intellectuals.
h.
TrialofBangabondhuandreactionoftheWorldCommunity.
i.
ThecontributionofIndiaintheLiberationWar
j.
FormationofjointcommandandtheVictory
k.
TheoverallcontributionofBangabondhuintheIndependencestruggle.
a.
Homecoming
b.
Makingoftheconstitution
c.
Reconstructionofthewarravagedcountry
d.
ThemurderofBangabondhuandhisfamilyandtheideologicalturnaround.
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17. Harun-or-Roshid, The Foreshadowing of Bangladesh: Bengal Muslim League and Muslim
Politics, 1906-1947, The University Press Limited, Dhaka 2012.
Dhaka 1977.
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NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
First Year Syllabus

Department of Geography and Environment
Four Year B.Sc. Honours (Integrated) Course

Effective from the Session : 2013-2014
National University
Subject: Geography and Environment
Year wise Paper, Marks and Credit distribution
FIRST YEAR
Paper Code
Marks
Credits
75
75
75
75
100
3
3
3
3
4
212807
212808
Group A (Any Two)

Chemistry-I
Chemistry Practical
100
50
4
2
213709
213711
Calculus-I
100
50
4
2
213007
213008
Botany-I
Botany-I Practical
100
50
4
2
213105
213106
Zoology-I
Zoology Practical - I
100
50
4
2
213607
213608
Introduction to Statistics
Statistics Practical-I
Group B (Any Three)
Introductory Sociology
Or
Introduction to Psychology
Principles of Economics
Total =
100
50
4
2
100
100
100
100
700
4
4
4
28
213201
213203
213205
213206
211501
212009
212111
211909
213905
212209
Paper Code:
Paper Title:
Paper Title
Introduction to Geography and Environment
Introduction to Physical Geography
Introduction to Human Geography
Practical-I
213201
Marks: 75
Credits: 3
Introduction to Geography and Environment
Class Hours: 45
1. Geography as a Discipline as Science, Earth Science and Social Science:

Definition, Concepts, Scope and Branches.
2. Physical and Human basis of Geography: Relation of Geography with other Disciplines.
3. A Brief History of the Development of Geographical Knowledge and Concepts: Ancient
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Geography-Greek and Roman Period; Geography in the Middle Ages-Muslim Period; Renaissance
and Modern Geography; Contemporary Geography.
Major Views in Contemporary Geography: Regional View, Ecological View,
Spatial Organization View, Earth Science View, Behavioral View.
The Concept of Region and Regional Approach to Geography.
Environment: Meaning, Structure, Types and Components of Environment;
Geography and Environment; Environment and Society.
Man-environment Relationships: Determinism, Possibilism and Neo-possibilism
Tools and Techniques in Geography: Maps, Scales, Models, and GIS.
The Shape and the Basic Dimensions of the Earth: Rotation and
Revolution of the Earth and their Effects; Determining Location on
the Earth Surface.
Selected Readings:
James, Preston E. All Possible Worlds: History of Geographical Ideas
Chorley, R. and Peter Haggett (ed.) Models in Geography
Hartshome, R.The Nature of Geography.
Unwin, Tim. 1992. The Place of Geography, Longman, New York.
Singh, Savindra, 1991, Environmental Geography, Prayag Pustak Bhawan,
Allahabad, India. Ahmed, Nafis. Muslim Contributions to Geography
Saxena, H.M. 1999. Environmental Geography, Rawat Publications, New Delhi.
De Blij, H.J. and Muller, Peter O. 2004. Geography: Realms, Regions and Concepts,
11th edn. John Wiley and Sons, Inc.
Bharucha, Erach. 2005. Textbook of Environmental Studies, University Press
Pvt. Ltd. India. Haggett, P. Geography : A Modern Synthesis.
Harvey, David. Explanation in Geography.
Islam, M. Aminul 2006. Bhugoler Dristibhangi o Dashan: Samakalin Probonata.
Bangladesh Geographical Society, Dhaka.
Encyclopaedia Britanica ,Encyclopaedia of Social Sciences
Murphy, Rhodes. An Introduction to Geography
Paper Code:
Paper Title:
213203
Marks: 75
Introduction to Physical Geography
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 45
Physical Geography: Nature, Scope and Relation with Other Disciplines of Natural Sciences.
Historical Development of Physical Geography
Solar System: Theories of Origin, Devolvement and Expansion.
Origin of the Earth-different hypothesis: Earths Development, Geological Time-scale.
Lithosphere: Earths Crust and Interior, Rocks and Minerals, Weathering and Erosion, Seismology,
Isostasy, Earths Movements-endogenic and exogenic, Continental Drift and Plate Tectonics, Agents
of Sculpture (river, glacier wind wave)
6. Atmosphere: Composition of Atmosphere, Elements of Weather and Climate,
Temperature, Pressure, Wind Systems and Humidity.
7. Hydrosphere: Global Distribution of Water; Ocean Shape, Size and Volume;
Hydraulic Cycle; Movement, Causes and Effects of Ocean Current.
8. Biosphere: Distribution of Plant and Animals and their Related Factors.
Selected Readings:
James, P.E., A Geography of Man, Blaisdall Publishing Company.
Robinson, H., Physical Geography, Mac Donald & Evans, Thronbury, W,D., Principles of Geomorphology, John Wile,London.
Holmes, A. Principles of Physical Geology.
Cook, Ian et al. Geography in Focus, CPL (Causeway Press). For all Paper
Wadia, D.N., Geology of India, Macmillan & Co. London.
Singh, Savindra, 1999, Physical Geography, Prayag Pustak Bhawan,
Allahabad, India. Lake, P. Physical Geography, Macmillans & Co.,
Calcutta.
Monkhouse, F.J. The Principles of Physical Geography, University of London Press, London.
Paper Code:
Paper Title:
213205
Marks: 75
Introduction to Human Geography
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 45
1. Human Geography: Definition, Concepts, Contents and Scope.

2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
Branches or Components of Human Geography.

Historical Development of Human Geography.
Approaches to the Study of Human Geography.
Human Occupancy of the Earth and Man-Environment Relationships.
Human Population: Size, Structure, Composition, Distribution and Change;
Dynamics of Population-fertility, mortality and migration; Population Growth and
Projection; Population as Resources.
Economic Activities of the People: Primary. Secondary, Tertiary and Quaternary.
Transport and Trade: Major Modes of Transport, International Trade and Trade Routes
Human Settlements: Classification, Hierarchy, Forms and Pattern.
Society and Culture: Social Stratification, Cultural Elements.
Selected Readings:
Emrys, Jones. 1995: Human Geography, Chatto and Windus, London
Chapman, Keith. 1988: People Pattern and Process: An Introduction to Human Geography,
John Wiley and Sons, New York.
Cook, Ian et al. Geography in Focus, CPL (Causeway Press).
For all Paper Brock, J.O. M. & Webb. A, : Geography of
Mankind, New York. Chisholm, M. 1975. Human Geography:
Evolution or Revolution, Harmonds Worth, Penguin Books.
Barnes, Trevor and Gregory, Derek edt. 1997. Reading Human
Geography: The Poetics and Politics of Inquiry, Arnold, London.
James, P.E. and Martin, G.J. 1981. All Possible
Worlds: A History of Geographical Ideas, 2nd edn. New
York, John Wiley.
Tidswell, V. 1976. Patterns and Process in Human
Geography, University Tutorial Press, London.
Chorley, R.J. and Haggett, P. eds. 1967. Models in Geography, London, Methuen.
Hortshorn, T. A. and J. W. Alexander, J.W. 1988: Economic Geography, Prentice-Hall, New Delhi
Bradford, M.G. & Kent, W.A. 1987: Human Geography, Oxford

University Press, U.K. Norton, W. 1988: Human Geography, Oxford
University Press, Canada.
Islam, M.A. 1992: Bhugol: Dristibhongi O Dorshan. Department of
Geography, Dhaka University ( in Bangla).
Rashid, K.B.S. Shangskritic Bhugol: Bangla Academi, Dhaka ( in Bangla).
Johnston, R. J. et al., edt. 2000. The Dictionary of Human Geography, 4th
edn. Blackwell Publishing.
Paper Code:
Paper Title:
213206
Practical-I
Marks: 75
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 45
(Exam: 50, Lab Notebook: 10, Lab Viva-voce: 5 and Field Report: 10-One Day-long fieldwork)
1.
Section I: Cartography (Marks 20)

1.1. Definition and Use of Cartography 1.2. Map: Definition, Elements and
Importance of Map, Classifications of Maps and their Uses. 1.3. Study of World
Physical, Political, Regional and Economic Maps.
1.4. Scales: Definition, Representation of Scale, Importance, Classification and
there Uses. Draw three from each of the class especially Simple, Diagonal,
Comparative, Time, Pace and Unit of Scales.
1.5. Measurement of Latitudes, Longitudes and Bearings.
1.6. Map, Enlargement, Reduction and Combination.
1.7. Measurement of Area and Distance.
2.
Section II: Application of Cartographic Techniques on Various Statistical

Data (Marks 20) 2.1 Line Graph, Bar Graph, Climographs.
2.2 Simple and Compound Bar Graph.
2.3 Log and Semi-log Graph.
2.4 Age-sex Pyramid.
2.5 Pie-Diagram.
2.6 Methods of Drawing Distribution Maps (Choropleth, Isopleth and Dot Methods;
Proportional Squares).
3.
Section III: Identification of Rocks and Minerals (Marks 10)

3.1. Definition, Classification and Comparison of Rocks (Igneous, Sedimentary and
Metamorphic) and Minerals.
3.2. Hardness Scale.
3.3. Physical Identification of Various Types of Rocks and Minerals.
Selected Readings:
Shingh, R.I. 1998: Elements of Practical Geography, India.
Keats, J.S. 1985: Cartography, Longman, London.
John, Campbell 1999. Map Use and Analysis, Wm. C. Brown Publishers.
Monkhouse, F.J. and Wikinson, F.J. 1976: Maps and Diagrams, Harper & Row
Publishers, USA. Robinson, A.H Elements of Cartography, New York, John Willy
and sons.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
211501

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a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
2.
a.
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Language.
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a. Homecoming
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Paper Code
Paper Title:
212807
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Chemistry-I
1. Measurements and the Scientific Method: Measurements, units, SI units, reliability

of measurements precision and accuracy, rounding off, significant figures,
significant figures in calculation, mean and median, errors, sources of errors.
nucleus, Nuclear binding energy, Nuclear reactions fission and Fusion reactions,
Bohr atom model, Spectrum of atomic hydrogen, Dual nature of electron, Heisenberg
atoms.
3. Periodic Table: Periodic law, Periodic table, Electronic configurations from the
periodic table, Periodic properties of the elements such as ionization energies,
Electron affinity, Electro negativity, Atomic/ionic radius along a period and down a
group, Diagonal relationship
coordination, Metallic, Hydrogen, Polar and no polar covalent bonds, Lewis dot
structure, Shapes of molecules, VSEPR theory, Valence bond theory, Hybridization,
- and -bonding in compounds, Molecular orbital theory.
6. States of Matter: Comparison between solids, Liquids and gases, Changes of state,
m.p. and b.p, phase transition, Phase diagram of water.
7. Gaseous and Their Properties: The gas laws , The perfect gas equation, The kietic
theory of gases, Van der waals equations, Real gases, Grahams laws of diffusion and
Effusion.
8. Solutions: Solubility and intermolecular forces, Solubility product, Types of
concentration units, Colligative properties of solutions, Henrys law, Nernst
distribution law.
Neutralization reactions acid- base strength, pH, Acid-base titrations, Acid-base
indicatiors, Acid-base properties of salts, The common ion effect, Buffer solutions,
Hard and soft acids and bases.
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10. Chemical Equilibrium: Reversible reactions and the equilibrium state, The
equilibrium law, Reaction quotients and equilibrium constants, Calculations using Kc,
Kp, Homogeneous and heterogeneous equilibrium, The principle of Le Chatelier and
Brown.
Alkenes, And Alkynes, Nomenclature of organic compounds-the IUPAC system
natural gas, Petroleum, Petrochemicals.
Selected Readings:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.

Paper Code
Paper Title:
212808
Marks: 50
Chemistry Practical-I
Credits: 2
Class Hours: 30

2. Separation and identification of four radicals from a mixture of anions and cations The cations are
pb 2+ , cu 2+ , Cd 2+ , Al 3+ , Fe 2+ , Fe 3+ , Co 2+ , Ni2+ , Zn 2+ Ca 2+ , Ba 2+ , Na + , K + , and NH4 + , the anions are NO3, CO32-,
S2-,
SO42-, Cl , Br and I+
3. Standardization of NaOH solution using standard oxalic acid solution,
4. Determination of Fe2+ using standard permanganate solution 5.
Determination of the enthalpy change for the decomposition sodium dicarbonate into sodium
carbonate.
8. Determination of the pH- neutralization curves of a strong acid by a strong base.
7H2O,
Selected Readings
1. A Text Book of Quantitative Inorganic Analysis, A.I. Vogel, 3rd/4th edition, ELBS and
Longman Green & Co. Ltd.
2. A Text Book of Quantitative Inorganic Analysis, A.I. Vogel 3rd /4th edition, ELBS and
Longman Green & Co. Ltd.
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4. A Text Book of practical organic chemistry, A.I. vogel, ELBS edition.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
213709
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
1. Real Number System: Field and order properties, Natural numbers, Integers and rational
numbers, Absolute value and their properties, Basic inequalities.
2. Complex Number System: Field of Complex numbers, De Moivre's theorem and its
applications.
3. Theory of Equations: Relations between roots and coefficients, Symmetric functions of roots,
Sum of the powers of roots, Synthetic division, Des Cartes rule of signs, Multiplicity of roots,
Transformation of equations.
4. Matrices and Determinants:, Notion of matrix. Types of matrices. Algebra of matrices.
Determinant function and its properties. Minors, Cofactors, expansion and evaluation of
determinants. Elementary row and column operations and row-reduced echelon matrices.
Invertible matrices. Diagonal, triangular and symmetric matrices.
5. System of Linear Equations: System of linear equations (homogeneous and non-homogeneous )
and their solutions. Gaussian elimination, Application of matrices and determinants for solving
system of linear equations. Applications of system of equations in real life problems.
6. Vector Spaces: : Euclidean n-space. Real vector spaces. Subspaces. Linear combination of
vectors. Linear transformation. Kernel and image. Eigenvalues and eigenvectors.
7. Two-dimensional Geometry: Transformation of coordinates, Pair of straight lines
(homogeneous second degree equations, general second degree equations representing
pair of straight lines, angle between pair of straight lines, bisectors of angle between
pair of straight lines), General equations of second degree (reduction to standard forms,
identifications, properties and tracing of conics).
8. Three-dimensional Geometry: Three-dimensional coordinates, Distance, Direction
cosines and direction ratios. Planes and straight lines. Vectors in plane and space.
Algebra of vectors. Scalar and vector product. Vector equations of straight lines and
planes.
Selected Readings
4. Md. Abdur Rahman Linear Algebra
Paper Code
Paper Title:
213711
Marks: 50
Credits: 2
Class Hours: 30
Calculus-I
Functions & their graphs : Polynomial and rational functions, logarithmic and
exponential functions, trigonometric functions & their inverses, hyperbolic functions &
their inverses, combinations of such functions.
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Limit and Continuity: Definitions and basic theorems on limit and continuity. Limit at
infinity & infinite limits, Computation of limits.
Differentiation: Tangent lines and rates of change. Definition of derivative. One-sided
derivatives. Rules of differentiation . Successive differentiation. Leibnitz's theorem. Related
rates. Linear approximations and differentials.
Applications of Differentiation: Mean value theorem. Maximum and minimum
values of functions. Concavity and points of inflection. Optimization problems.
Integration: Antiderivatives and indefinite integrals. Techniques of integration. Definite
integration using antiderivatives. Fundamental theorems of calculus. Basic properties of
integration. Integration by reduction.
Applications of Integration: Arc length. Plane areas. Surfaces of revolution.
Volumes of solids of revolution. Volumes by cylindrical shells. Volumes by cross
sections.
Approximation and Series: Taylor polynomials and series. Convergence of series. Taylor's
series. Taylor's theorem and remainders. Differentiation and integration of series.
Books Recommended:
1. Howard Anton -Calculus (7th and forward editions)
2. E.W. Swokowski - Calculus with Analytic Geometry.
3. Md. A Matin & B Chakraboty, - Diferential Calculus.
Paper Code
213007
Paper Title:
Botany-I
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours:60
2. Microbiology:
a) Introduction to Viroids, Prions, Rickettsia and Mycoplasms.
c)

e)
Cyanobacteria: Habitat, characteristics, structure, importance of Cyanobacteria .
f)

3.
4.
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5.
Anthoceros.
6.

and Christella.
7.
8.
9.
diseases, symtomatology and control measures; forecasting of plant diseases.
10.
each of the following groups: (a) Food, (b) medicine, (c) timber, (d) fibre, (e) oil and (f) vegetables.
Books Recommended:
2. Bold, H.C. and
M.J. Wynne. 1978
:
:

:
:

London.
Inc. New York.


8. Hill,F.A. 1972.
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Plant Groups, Centrl Book Agency, Calcutta.
Economic Botany, Tata McGraw-Hill Publishin Company,
India.

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Paper Code
213008
Paper Title:
Botany-I Practical
1.
2.
Marks: 50
Credits: 2
Class Hours:30
10
Cyanobacteria : N o s t o c , a n a b a e n a
Algae
: Saccnaromyces and Accoboius
Bryophyte
Pteridophyte
Gymnosperms
: Cycas
Angiosperm
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Algae
Volvox, Polysiphonea and Fucas.
Fungi
Rhizopus, A garicus, Puccinia and Penicillium.
Lichen
Bryophyte
Pteridophyte
Gymnosperms
Angiosperms
3.
4.
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5.
7.
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8.
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6.
Books Recommended:
1. Agrios, G.N 1997
: Plant Pathology (4th ed.). Academic Press, London.
2. Bold, H.C. and M.J.Wynne. 1978
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3. Devlin, M.R. and H.F. Witham.1986 : Plant Physiology (4th ed.). CBS Publishers and
4. Esau,K.1953
5. Goodwin, T.W. and E.I. Mereer.

Press.
6. Hawker, Lillin,E. 1967

London.
7. Kumar, H.D. 1995

York.

N.R. Krieg.1993



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Paper Code
Paper Title:
213105
Zoology -I
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60

Introduction to Zoology: Definition and scope of zoology. Foundation of animal life: Level of
organization (protoplasmic, cellular, tissue, organ, organ system, organism, species, individual,
population, community, fauna, biota, ecosystem, biosphere, biodiversity. Cells: Cell and cell theory,
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structure and functions of cell organelles. Gametogenesis: Spermatogenesis and oogenesis; placentation.
Classification of animals: Animal kingdoms; classification up to phyla on the basis of organization,
symmetry, coelom and phylogeny; different taxa and Linnean hierarchy and nomenclature.
Protozoa and non-chordates: General characteristics of the following protozoa and non-chordates phyla
with examples Apicomplexa, Ciliophora, Porifera, Cnidaria, Ctenophora, Platyhelminthes, Gastrotricha,
Nematomorpha, Rotifera, Acanthocephala, Kinorhyncha, Loricifera, Priapulida, Supuncula,
Pogonophora, Tardigrada, Onychophora, Phoronida, Brachiopoda, Bryozoa/Ectoprocta, Chaetognatha,
Echinodermata, and Hemichordata.
General and diagnostic characteristics of the following phyla with examples Sarcomastigophora,
Annelida, Arthropoda and Mollusca.
organ systems such as digestion, movement, circulation, respiration, excretion, nervous,
and reproduction; food and feeding habits, mode of life and development
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
j.

Phylum Cnidaria: Obelia
Phylum Mollusca: Pila
Phylum Arthropoda: Prawn

Human Physiology: Outline of the physiology of digestion, blood circulation, respiration, excretion and
reproduction; endocrine glands and their functions; vitamins and vitamin deficiency diseases.
Applied Zoology: Introduction to the major fields of applied zoology: Entomology, Fisheries Biology,
grains. Integrated fish farming: Types, poultry, livestock and paddy-cum-fish culture.
Poultry farming: System of poultry farming, diseases of poultry and their control,
economic importance of poultry and their impacts on socio-economic condition of
Bangladesh.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
213106
Marks: 50
Credits: 2
Class Hours: 30
Zoology Practical-I

2. Study of permanent slides: Whole mount, body parts and various cells and
invertebrate tissues (at least 10 slides to be studied)
a. Whole animals representatives of protozoans, rotifers and arthropods.
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b.
c.
d.
e.

Parasites nematodes and platyhelminths.

4. External morphology and dissection of various organ systems of
earthworm, cockroach, prawn, Pila and Lamellidens.
a. Digestive system of prawn, Pila and Lamellidens.
b. Circulatory system of earthworm and prawn.
c. Nervous system of cockroach, grasshopper, prawn, Pila and Lamellidens.
5. Temporary mounting
a. Brain of earthworm.
b. Salivary gland of cockroach.
c. Statocyst of prawn.
6. Study of appendages of prawn.
7. Animal physiology
a. Estimation of blood pressure and pulse rate.
b. Determination of blood group.
8. Class records.

1. Major dissection (dissection 8 + display 2 + drawing and labeling 3) = 13 marks.
3. Spotting of museum specimens 8 items (identification and classification 1 +
diagnostic characteristics 1) = 16 marks.
a. Invertebrate specimens (4 items) 2 4 = 8 marks.
b. Whole mount slides (mouth parts, parasites, larvae) (2 items) 2 2 = 4 marks.
c. Histological slides (2 items) 2 2 = 4 marks.
4. Appendages (detachment, placement and drawing on a paper sheet 3, labeling 2, displaying 1) = 6
marks.
5. Class records = 10 marks.
Books Recommended:
1.
2.
Dubuque, Iwoa.
3.
4.
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5.
6.
7.
8.
9.


11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.

Carps. ADB/ICLARM
Paper Code
Paper Title:
213607
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
1. Descriptive Statistics: Statistics-Its nature and some important use, Qualitative and
quantitative data, Classification, Tabulation and frequency distribution, Graphical
representation of data, Measure of location, Measures of Dispersion, Skewness and
Kurtosis, Mathmatical relationtionship among different measures of location, dispersion,
Skewness and kurtosis.
2. Bivariate Data: Correlation coefficient, Correlation analysis, The purpose and uses of
regression analysis, Simple regression and methods of least squares and estimation of
parameters Correlation ratio, Rank correlation, Partial and multiple correlation.
3. Elementary Probability: Meaning of probability, Classical and empirical definitions of
Probability, Axiomatic approch of defining probability, Event, Sample space and simple
problems of probability, Addition rule, Conditional probability, Multiplication rule and Bayes
theorems, The concept of a random variables, Probability function and probability density
function, Joint probability function. Marginal and conditional distributions, Statistical
independence, Expected value and related theorems, Moment generating function, Common
probability distributions, Binomial, Poisson and Normal.
4. Index Number: Concept of an index number and problems in the construction of index
number, Types of indices (Price, Quantity, Value and cost of living indices) and their uses,
Tests for index numbers.
5. Time Series anlysis: Elements of time-series analysis, Measurement of trend by moving
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average, By least square method, Trend curve, Determination of seasonal indices, Cylical.
6. Numerical Mathematics: Differences of a polynomial, Finite difference operator,
Difference table, Newtons formula and starlings central difference formula, Inverse
interpolation, Numerical integration.
Books Recommended:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Yule and Kendall

Islam, M. Nurul.
Jalil A. and Ferdous R.
Mostafa M.G.
David E.N.
Weatherburn C.F.
Mosteller, Roure and Thomas
Ali A.
9. Mallick, S.A.
10. Freeman H.
11. Scarborough
12. David F.N.
13. Shil R.N.
14. Feller, W
15. Gupta and Kapoor
Paper Code
Paper Title:
: Introduction to Theory of Statistics.

: An Introduction to Statistics and Probability.
: Basic Statistics.
: Methods of Statistics.
: Probability Theory for Statistical Methods.
: A First Paper in Mathematical statistics.
: Probability with Statistical Applications.
: Theory of Statistics Vol. I
: mvswLK MwbZ
: Acturial, Mathematics Vols; I and II
: Numerical Mathematics.
: Probability theory for Statistical Methods.
: Introduction to Statistical Time Series (latest ed.).
: Applied Statistics.
213608
Marks: 50
Credits: 2
Class Hours: 30
Condensation and tabulation of data, Graphical representation of data, Frequency table, Measures of
location, Dispersion, Moments, Skewness and Kurtosis, measures of correlation coefficient, Rank
correlation, Fitting of simple regression lines, Fitting of Binomial, Normal and Poissons distributions,
Finding trend values and seasonal variation from time series data by different methods, Calculation of
Index numbers and test of index number, Use of Newtons forward and backward formula, Solution of
numerical integration.
Paper Code
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
212009
Paper Title
mal-development.
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7.
8.
Social Inequality: Dimensions of social inequality: Class, gender, age, minority group (religious
Types of societies: Marxist view on classifying societies on the basis of type of control over
Subsistance.
Reference
Giddens Sociology
Paper Code
Paper Title
212111
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
Books
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Recommended:
Boston, 1986.
Paper Code
Paper Title
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
211909
Class Hours : 60
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Internationalism.
Rousseau.
Books Recommended :
Paper Code
Paper Title:
213905
Marks: 100
Introduction to Psychology
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
1. Introduction: Definition and nature of Psychology; Psychology as a science; Fields

of Psychology; Definition, scope and subject mater of social Psychology. Methods
used in Psychology: Experimental, Observational, Clinical, Case histories, Survey
method, Sociometry.
2. Biological Basis of Behavior: The Major division of Nervous System: The central Nervous SystemBrain and Spinal Cord; The Peripheral Nervous System-Somatic and Autonomic System.
3. Perception: Definition of perception; Organization of perception; Depth perception; Illusion and
hallucination.
4. Motivation and Emotion: Definition of motivation; Motivational cycle;
Classification of motives-Primary and Secondary motives; Bodily changes in emotion.
5. Learning: Definition and factors of learning; Processes of learning: Trial and Error
learning, Classical conditioning and Operant conditioning; Insightful learning.
6. Memory and Forgetting: Definition of Memory and forgetting; Ways of measuring
memory; General causes of forgetting; Techniques of improving memory.
7. Intelligence: Definition of Intelligence; Measurement of intelligence-Stanford-Binet
intelligence scale and Wechsler intelligence scale.
8. Personality: Definition of Personality: Measuring personality: Observation, Rating,
Inventories, Projective techniques.
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References (Introduction to Psychology)

1.
2.
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Crider, A.B., Goethals, G.R. Robert D. Kavanaugh.R.D. Solomon, P.R. Psychology, Scott
Foresman (1993), Psychology (4th ed.) New York; Harper Collins College publishers.
Feldman, R.S. (2002), Understanding Psychology (6th ed.) New York; Mc Graw Hill; Hisher
education.
4. Hilgrad, E.R., Alkimson, R., and Alkinson. R.C. Introduction to Psychology. New York;
3.
5. Huffman K. (2004) Psychology in Action (7th ed.) U.S.A.; John Wiley and Sons Inc.
6. gj, hvM` Kzgvi (2008): mvaviY gbvwevb; nvmvb eyK nvDR, XvKv|
7. Morgan, C.T. and King, R.A Wisz, J.R. and Shoopier C. (1966) Introduction to
Psychology. New York. Mc Graw Hill, Latest ed.
8. Munn. N.L. (1969) Introduction to Psychology; D Boston, Houghton Miffin Co.
9. Newman, P.R. and Newman, B.M. (1983) Principles of Psychology; Illionis
Homewood: The Dorsey Press, Latest ed.
10. Zimbardo, P.G (1979), Psychology and life: Scott, Foresman and Co. (Latest
Edition to be followed.)
Paper Code
Paper Title:
212209
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
1. Fundamentals of Economics: Definition, Nature and Scope of Economics,

Scarcity of Resources, Various forms of Economic Organization, Three
Fundamental Problems of Economics, Production Possibility Frontier, Opportunity
Cost, Efficiency and Equity.
2. Supply and Demand: Demand and Quantity Demanded, Demand Schedule,
Demand Curve, Supply and Quantity Supplied, Supply Schedule, Supply Curve,
Equilibrium of Supply and Demand, Movement along the Supply and Demand
Curve and Shift of Supply and Demand Curve and Its Effects on Equilibrium Price
and Quantity. Elasticity of Supply and Demand; Determinants of Elasticity of
Demand.
3. The Theory of Consumer Behavior: Total and Marginal Utility; Law of
Diminishing Marginal Utility, Equi-Marginal Utility; Consumer Surplus.
4. Production and Cost: Production Function and Technology; Production with One
Variable Input; Production with Two Variable Inputs; Returns to Scale; Costs in the
Short-run; Costs in the Long-run.
5. Market Analysis:
A. Perfect Competition: Characteristics of Perfect Competition; Average and
Marginal Revenue; Individual and Market Supply; Short-run equilibrium of a
competitive firm Long run Equilibrium under Perfect Competition.
B. Monopoly: Average and Marginal Revenue; Supply Curve of the Monopolist;
Perfect Competition and Monopoly Compared;
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6. Overview of Macro Economics: Objective and Instruments of Macroeconomics,

National Income Accounting, Gross Domestic Product, Problem of Double
Counting, Net Domestic Product, Gross National Product, From GDP to
Disposable Income, Net Economic Welfare (NEW).
7. International Trade: Domestic Vs. International Trade-Balance of Trade Vs.
Balance of Payment-Trend of Changes in International Trade of Bangladesh. Free
Trade Vs. Protection, Comparative Advantage Theory.
8. Growth and Development: Economic Development and Economic Growth, Measurement of
9.
Money: Definition and Functions of Money-Importance of Money in Modern Economy-Different

Concepts of Money (M1, M2, M3)-Value of Money. Concept, Causes and Effects of Inflation and
Deflation.
10. Government Revenue and Expenditure: Difference between Public Sector and Private Sector
finance, Different Sources of Govt. Revenues, Taxation and Different Kinds of Taxes, Definition of
Revenue Budget, Development Budget, Revenue Budget Vs. Development Budget, Surplus, Deficit
and Balanced Budget.
Books Recommended:
1. N. Gregory Mankiw. Principles of Economics. Any Late Edition. South We stern College.
2. Michael Parkin. Economics. Any Late Edition. Prentice and Hall.

3. Karl Case and Ray Fair. Principles of Economics. Any Late Edition. Prentice and Hall.
4. Paul Samuelson and William Nordhaus. Economics. Any Late Edition. McGraw Hill.
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NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
First Year Syllabus

Department of Home Economics

National University
Syllabus for Four Year B. A/B.Sc. Honours Course
Subject: Home Economics
FIRST YEAR
Paper Code
213501
213503
213505
213506
213507
213508
213509
213510
211501
Paper Title
Philosophy and Purpose of Home Management
Maternal - Child Health and Early childhood
Education
Applied Art and Textile
Home Economics Practical
Introduction to Human Physiology
Practical
Elementary Biochemistry
Practical
Bangladesh
Total =
Marks
75
75
Credits
3
3
75
75
100
50
100
50
100
3
3
4
2
4
2
4
700
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Paper Code
Paper Title:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
213501
Marks: 75
Credits: 3
Philosophy & Purposes of Home Management
Class Hours: 45
Philosophy of Home Management:

a) Philosophy of Management, Meaning of home management,
Misconception in Home management, Principles of Management.
b) Purpose &use of the study of Home Management (in house hold
and as a Paper of study)
c) Family function and Home Management.
d) Family organization and Home Management.
e) Family environment and Home Management.
Concepts of Home management and their Application:
a) Different Theories and Definition of Home Management.
b) Objectives of Home management, scope of Home Management, Subject matter of Home
Management, Problems of Home Management.
c) Critical analysis of value, goal and standard and their relationship in Home Management.
d) Management and Change.
Process of Home management:
a) Planning, Organization, Controlling, Communication, Feedback, Evaluation.
Management As a decision making risk bearing responsibility:
a) Dimension of Decision.
b) Follow up of a decision.
c) Who makes the decision.
d) How to develop decision making ability.
e) Habitual versus rational , group versus individual decision.
f) Steps in decision making.
Areas in which Families Face Management Problem :
a) Defining goal and standrad
b) Considering Limited resource.
c) Making full use of available resource.
d) Making suitable plan.
e) Lack of information and communication.
f) Seeking ready- made answer to problem.
g) Failureto evaluate.
Family organization Management :
a) Role of family organization & management.
b) Family forms and management .
c) Family Environment and management.
Resource Allocation and Utilization :
a) Definition and classification of resource.
b) Characteristics of resource.
c) Principle of use of resources.
d) Improvement of Work methods at home.
Human Resource and Non- Human Resources :
a) Energy Management .
b) Time Management.
c) Money Management.
d) Attitude and Management.
Books Recommended:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Management of Family Living Nickell Rice & Tucker

Management in Modern Families Gross, Crandall and Kroll
Management in the Home Gilbreth, Thomas & Clymer
Management for effective Living Goodyer and Kloher
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Paper Title:
Marks: 75
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 45
MaternalChild Health and Early Childhood Education
213503
1.
Importance and Scope of Mother and Child Health in Child Development :

a) Health disease
b) Role of physician in health
c) Effect of pollution Air Water and Sound pollution, occupational hazard.
2.
Safe Motherhood Pregnancy and Delivery:

a) Unsafe motherhood
b) Making motherhood safe
c) Sign, symptoms and Diagnosis
d) Complication of pregnancy sign and symptoms
e) Types and Stages of delivery
Antenatal, intranatal and postnatal Care:
a) Antenatal visits Prenatal advice and environmental effect (Diet Drug Alcohol and
Nicotine Radiation Maternal disease Age of mother chemicals R H factors
psychological) Specific health protection Mental preparation Family planning.
b) Pregnancy Care Domiciliary, institutional and rooming in
c) Care of the mother Restoration of mother to optimum health.
d) Care of the neonate Immediate Care Clearing the airway Apgar score Care of the eyes Care of the skin Maintenance of body temperature Breast feeding.
Child health:
a) Preterm baby low birth weight - birth asphyxia Management of the complications.
b) Factors effecting infant mortality biological, economical, cultural and Social factors.
c) Common diseases and immunization: Jaundice diarrhoea, acute respiratory infection (ARI) like
pneumonia diphtheria, whooping cough, tuberculosis, tetanus, polio, measles, Hepatitis Band
Hepatitis C.
d) Introduction of EPI in Bangladesh.
3.
4.
5.
The importance of early years:

Early childhood defined Ecology of early childhood- Developmental tasks of early childhood
understanding the child you teach characteristics & two to six year.
Development of nursery education, Friedrick withelm Frobel mania Montessary.
6.
People in the Nursury School:

Helping children adjust to new experiences, Adults guidance system adult role in child
compliances. The role of the teacher Methods of involving parents activities for involving
parents, Parents teacher conference Recognizing parental responsibilities in the nursery school.
7.
Love and Understanding for the child:

Developing a feeling of trust and security Learning to depend upon Self exploring the
environment learning to live with others guiding children to build Self- esteem through
self help helping to express their feeling some dos and donts
8.
Handling aggressive behavior:

Define aggression Aggressive child a system approach Controlling and modifying aggression
positive discipline.
9.
Developing and evaluating the programme:

The role of nursery school teachers human relationship Planning the daily programme
organization the curriculum areas listening reading creative activities painting nature study
Story and music time guiding play and physical activity Evaluating progress.
References:
1. K Park Park, Text Book of Preventive and social medicine.
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3. D.C. Dutta Text Book of obstetrics.
4. Obstetrics by Ten Teachers Edited by T.L.T. Lewis and G.V.P Chamberla.
5. Epidemiology of Communicable Diseases Part 115.
6. Logan, L.M. Teaching the young child. Houghton Miffin Co. Boston.
7. Marion M. Gudiance of young children Merill Publisling Company.
8. Hendrick J. The whole child the C.V. Mozby Company Dt. Louis.
9. Kawin A. early and Middle childhood. The Mac Millan Company NY.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
Marks: 75
Applied Art and Textile
213505
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 45
A . Applied Art
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Introduction
a) Definition / Classification and source of Art.
b) Importance of art in Human life.
Study of Art Elements and principles of art.
Application of Art:
a) Home Furnishing, Home Decoration and Clothing.
b) Other aspects of daily living.
Overview of traditional crafts of Bangladesh.
Study of materials and products native to Bangladesh.
Applied art as an Significant factor in economic development and fruitful leisure time activity.
a) Self-Employment.
b) Female Employment.
B. Textile
1. Introduction:
a) Definition of fibre , fabric and dress.
b) Classification of fibre.
c) Study of textile fibre cotton, linen,wool, silk, Asbestas, Nylon, Ryon.
2. Textile yarn:
f) Definition of textile yarn.
g) Classification.
h) Characteristics.
3. Cultural and regional textile background of Bangladesh :
a.
Monipuri textile.
b.
Zamdhani Saree.
c.
Saree of Tangail.
d.
Banarashi saree.
e.
Rajshahi Silk.
f.
Comilla Khadder.
4. Scope and ecnomic importance of Banarasi of Mirpur, Comilla Khadder, Rajshahi Silk, Grameen
Check, Muslin.
5. The problems of the traditional weaver community of Bangladesh and the measures to overcome
those problems.
6. The growth and development of textile industry in Bangladesh.
Books Recommended:
1. The art of Khatha and Embroidery-Niaz Zaman
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3. Essential of textiles Majary L. Joseph
4. Fiber to Fabric Patter and Coroman
5. Introduction to Textiles - Stouit
6. Textile - Yates
7. Textile fibers and their use - Hess
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Paper Code
Paper Title:
213506
Marks: 75
Home Economics Practical
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 45
Group-A
1. Studying Decision Making Practices at Home.
2. Studying familys time plan and budget Procedure.
Group-B
3. Evaluate the growth and behavior of a neonate.
4. Evaluate the growth and motor activities of four babies of 6 months, 12 months, 18 months and
24 months.
5. Plan a curriculum for the pre school children with indigenous material. Prepare a material for
preschool children with indigenous objects of your country for different developmental aspect
with justification.(Poster, Stories, Music, Rhymes, Cartoon, Puzzle board, Play material etc.)
6. Make a plan for helping pre school children to know sizes and colours (using different shape,
blocks and colours).
Group C
7. Each student will make any five craft works for the following areasa) Wall decoration
b) Window and Door decoration
c) Nakshi Botua, Hath Phaka
8. Write a report of anyone cultural and regional textiles of Bangladesh.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
1.
Marks: 100
Introduction to Human Physiology
213507
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Cells and Tissues

i. Animal cell- Structure, Composition, Cell organelles, and their
biological functions.
ii. TissuesStructure and types, functions of various tissues
2.
Organs and System

a.
Alimentary System - Structure and functions of various parts of the
human gastrointestinal tract
b.
Pancreas, liver, and spleen - Their structure, functions in detail, tests of their
function.
c.
Cardiovascular and circulatory system - Structure of the heart, cardiac cycle, heart
rate and blood pressure, pulmonary circulation, systemic and enterohepatic
circulation.
d.
Respiratory system - Structure and function of lungs and associated organs,
Mechanism of respiration and its control
e.
Excretory System - Structure and function of kidney (gross and fine) physiology
of urine formation. Concepts of plasma clearance, GFR, Osmolar clearance
3.
Endocrine System- Concept of the endocrine system hormones and mechanism of

hormone action. Function of pituitary, thyroids, adrenal and sex hormones, concept of
spermatogenesis and ovogenesis.
Reference Books
a. Text Book of medical physiology- Guyton & Hall
b. Human Biology - Sylvia S. Mader
c. Human Physiology - Stuart Ira Fox
d. Anatomy & physiology - Seely, Stephen, Tate
e. Harpers Review of Biochemistry - D.W. Martine, P.A Mayes, V.W. Rodwell

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Paper Code
Paper Title:
1.
2.
Marks: 50
Credits: 2
Class Hours: 30
Practical
Study of parts, uses and handling of simple and compound microscope.

Identification of animal cell and its part
1. Blood pressure- measurement and make a chart.
2. Measurement of pulse of related to function of heart and circulatory system.
3. Measurement of kidney function test. e.g. GFR etc.
4. Measurement of body weight at different ages and sex.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
1.
213508
Marks: 100
Elementary Biochemistry
213509
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Biomaterials
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
Carbohydrates - Structural features of different types of carbohydrate.

Tests for different types of carbohydrates .
Lipids-chemical natures and properties.
Fatty acids- types and properties
Tests for adulteration of fat- Specification value, iodine value, R.M. value
Proteins and amino acid- Their chemical nature and properties plasma
proteins and their functions in the human body, simple test for proteins.
2.
Enzymes
Chemical nature, classification and mode of action, enzymes in clinical diagnosis, Enzyme
deficiency diseases. Co-enzymes and their role.
3.
Hormones classification, general characteristics of hormone action. Functions of
different hormone - thyroid, pituitary, pancreatic and hormones of the adrenal glands, their
physiological roles and disease states.
4.
Nucleic Acids Components and structural features of DNA, and RNA, Elementary
concept of genetic code and genetic diseases, and laws of inheritance
5.
Concept of acids and bases, PH and buffer-solutions.
Reference:
a. Principles of Biochemistry - Lehninger .
b. Biochemistry - Vol Voet.
c. Biochemistry - U. Satyanarayana.
d. Harper, Review of Biochemistry - D.W. Marin, P.H. Mayes and V.W. Rodwel.
e. Text book of biochemistry West and Todd.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
1.
2.
3.
Marks: 50
213510
Credits: 2
Class Hours: 30
Practical
Colour tests for carbohydrates , reducing ----- polysaccharides

Tests for rancidity of fats Specification value, Iodine value.
Tests for acids and bases.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
211501

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NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
First Year Syllabus

D e p a r t m e n t of Mathematics

National University
Subject: Mathematics

FIRST YEAR
Paper Code
213701
213703
213705
213707
212807
212808
Paper Title
Calculus I
Linear Algebra
Analytic and Vector Geometry
Any TWO of the following:
Chemistry-I
213607
213608
212707
212709
211501
Physics-I (Mechanics, Properties of Matter, Waves

& Optics)
Bangladesh
Total =
Marks
75
75
75
75
Credits
3
3
3
3
100
50
4
2
100
50
4
2
100
50
100
700
4
28
Detailed Syllabus
Paper Code
Paper Title:
213701
Marks: 75
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 45
Elements of logic: Mathematical statements, Logical connectives, Conditional and bi-conditional statements,
Truth tables and tautologies, Quantifiers, Logical implication and equivalence, Deductive reasoning.
Set Theory : Sets and subsets, Set operations, Cartesian product of two sets, Operations on family of sets, De
Morgans laws.
Relations and functions:. Relations. Order relation. Equivalence relations. Functions. Images and inverse
images of sets. Injective, surjective, and bijective functions. Inverse functions. Real Number System: Field and
order properties, Natural numbers, Integers and rational numbers, Absolute value and their properties, Basic
inequalities. (Including inequalities of means, powers; inequalities of Cauchy, Chebyshev, Weierstrass).
Complex Number System: Field of Complex numbers, De Moivre's theorem and its applications. Theory of
Equations: Relations between roots and coefficients, Symmetric functions of roots, Sum of the powers of roots,
Synthetic' division, Des Cartes rule of signs, Multiplicity of roots, Transformation of equation.
Elementary number theory: Divisibility. Fundamental theorem of arithmetic. Congruences (basic properties
only).
Summation of series: Summation of algebraic and trigonometric series.
Books Recommended :
Schaums Outline Series- Theory and problems on set theory and related topics. S. Bernard & J M Child- Higher
algebra.
Md. Abdur Rahman - Basic Algebra.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
213703
Marks: 75
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 45
Calculus-I
Functions & their graphs : Polynomial and rational functions, logarithmic and exponential functions,
trigonometric functions & their inverses, hyperbolic functions & their inverses, combinations of such functions.
Limit and continuity: Definitions and basic theorems on limit and continuity. Limit at infinity & infinite limits,
Computation of limits. Indeterminate form (LHospitalsrule)
Differentiation: Tangent lines and rates of change. Definition of derivative. One-sided derivatives. Rules of
differentiation (proofs and applications). Successive differentiation. Leibnitz's theorem (proof and application).
Related rates. Linear approximations and differentials.
Applications of Differentiation: Mean value theorem. Maximum and minimum values of functions. Concavity
and points of inflection. Optimization problems.
Integration: Antiderivatives and indefinite integrals. Techniques of integration. Definite integration using
antiderivatives. Fundamental theorems of calculus (proofs and applications). Basic properties of integration.
Integration by reduction.
Applications of Integration: Arc length. Plane areas. Surfaces of revolution. Volumes of solids of revolution.
Volumes by cylindrical shells. Volumes by cross sections.
Graphing in polar coordinates: Tangents to polar curves. Arc length in polar coordinates. Areas in polar
coordinates.
Improper integrals : Tests of convergence and their applications. Gamma and Beta functions.
Approximation and Series: Taylor polynomials and series. Convergence of series. Taylor's series. Taylor's
theorem and remainders. Differentiation and integration of series. Validity of Taylor expansions and
computations with series.
Books Recommended:
1.
Howard Anton - Calculus (7th and forward edition).
2.
E.W. Swokowski - Calculus with Analytic Geometry.
3.
Md. A Matin & B Chakraboty - Differential Calculus.
4.
B.C Das & BN Mukharjee Differential Calculus
5.
B.C Das & BN Mukharjee Integral Calculus
6.
Rahman and Bhattacharjee - Differential Calculus
7.
Rahman and Bhattacharjee - Integral Calculus
8.
Fazlur Rahman & Hafiqur Rahman Calculus
Paper Code
Paper Title:
213705
Marks: 75
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 45
Linear Algebra
Matrices and Determinants:,

Notion of matrix. Types of matrices. Algebra of matrices. Determinant function. Properties of determinants.
Minors, Cofactors, expansion and evaluation of determinants. Elementary row and column operations and rowreduced echelon matrices. Invertible matrices. Different types of matrices, Rank of matrices.
Vectors in Rn and Cn: Review of geometric vectors in R2 and R3 spaces. Vectors in Rn and Cn. Inner product.
Norm and distance in Rn and Cn.
System of Linear Equations: System of linear equations (homogeneous and non-homogeneous ) and their
solutions. Application of matrices and determinants for solving system of linear equations. Applications of
system of equations in real life problems.
Vector Spaces: Notion of groups and fields. Vector spaces. Subspaces. Linear combination of vectors. Linear
dependence of vectors. Basis and dimension of vector spaces. Row and column space of a matrix. Rank of
matrices. Solution spaces of systems of linear equations.
Linear Transformation: Linear transformations. Kernel and image of a linear transformation and their
properties. Matrix representation of linear transformations. Change of bases.
Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors: Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors. Diagonalization. Cayley-Hamilton theorem and
its application.
Books Recommended :
1.
Howard Anton & Chris Rorres Elementary Linear Algebra with Application.
2.
Seymour Lipschutz (Schaum's Outline Series)-Linear Algebra.
3.
Md. Abdur Rahman- Linear Algebra.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
213707
Marks: 75
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 45
Analytic and Vector Geometry
Two-dimensional Geometry: Transformation of coordinates, Pair of straight lines (homogeneous second degree
equations, general second degree equations representing pair of straight lines, angle between pair of straight lines,
bisectors of angle between pair of straight lines), General equations of second degree (reduction to standard
forms, identifications, properties and tracing of conics).
Three-dimensional Geometry: Coordinates, Distance, Direction cosines and direction ratios, Planes (equation of
plane, angle between two planes, distance of a point from a plane), Straight lines (equations of lines, relationship
between planes and lines, shortest distance). Spheres. Conicoids (basic properties).
Vector Geometry: Vectors in plane and space. Algebra of vectors. Rectangular Components. Scalar and Vector
products. Triple scalar product. Applications of vectors to geometry (vector equations of straight lines and planes,
areas and volumes).
Books Recommended :
1. H.H. Askwith - Analytic Geometry of Conic Section.
2. J. A. Hummel- Vector Geometry.
3. S.K. Bhattacharjee mvZK wgvwK RvwgwZ
Paper Code
Paper Title:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
212807
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours:60
Chemistry-I
Measurements and the Scientific Method: Measurements, units, SI units, reliability of measurements
precision and accuracy, rounding off, significant figures, significant figures in calculation, mean and median,
errors, sources of errors.
Structure of atom: Atom, isotopes, Atomic masses, Mass spectroscopy, Atomic nucleus, Nuclear binding
energy, Nuclear reactions fission and Fusion reactions, Bohr atom model, Spectrum of atomic hydrogen,
Dual nature of electron, Heisenberg uncertainty principle, Quantum numbers, Atomic orbitals, Aufbau
principle, Pauli exclusion principle, Hunds rule of maximum multiplicity, Electronic configuration of atoms.
Periodic Table: Periodic law, Periodic table, Electronic configurations from the periodic table, Periodic
properties of the elements such as ionization energies, Electron affinity, Electro negativity, Atomic/ionic
radius along a period and down a group, Diagonal relationship
Chemical Bonds: Chemical bond, Types of chemical bonds ionic, Covalent coordination, Metallic,
Hydrogen, Polar and no polar covalent bonds, Lewis dot structure, Shapes of molecules, VSEPR theory,
Valence bond theory, Hybridization, - and -bonding in compounds, Molecular orbital theory.
Oxidation and reduction: Redox reactions, Writing and balancing Redox reactions,
States of Matter: Comparison between solids, Liquids and gases, Changes of state, m.p. and b.p, phase
transition, Phase diagram of water.
Gaseous and Their Properties: The gas laws , The perfect gas equation, The kietic theory of
gases, Van der waals equations, Real gases, Grahams laws of diffusion and Effusion.
Solutions: Solubility and intermolecular forces, Solubility product, Types of concentration units,
Colligative properties of solutions, Henrys law, Nernst distribution law.
Acids and Bases: Various concepts on acids and bases, Conjugate acids and bases, Neutralization reactions
acid- base strength, pH, Acid-base titrations, Acid-base indicatiors, Acid-base properties of salts, The common
ion effect, Buffer solutions, Hard and soft acids and bases.
Chemical Equilibrium: Reversible reactions and the equilibrium state, The equilibrium law, Reaction
quotients and equilibrium constants, Calculations using Kc, Kp, Homogeneous and heterogeneous equilibria,
The principle of Le Chatelier and Brown.
Hydrocarbons: Hydrocarbons, Saturated and unsaturated hydrocarbons, Alkanes, Alkenes, And Alkynes,
Nomenclature of organic compounds-the IUPAC system natural gas, Petroleum, Petrochemicals.
Study of different classes of organic Compounds: Alcohols, Aldehydes, Ketones, Carboxylic Acids,
Esters, Amines and Amides.
Books recommended:
1. General Chemistry, D. D. Ebbing, Houghton Miffin Co.
2. Chemistry The Molecular Nature of Matter and Change, M. Siberberg. WCB /Mc Graw- Hill.
3. Introduction to Modern Inogranic Chemistry, S.Z. haider, Friends International.
4. Principles of physical chemistry, M. M. Huque and M. A Nawab, students publications.
5. Essentials of Physical chemistry, B.S Bahl, G.D Tuli and A Bahl, S. Chand & Co.Ltd.
6. Advanced Organic Chemistry, B.S. Bahl and A Bahl, S. Chand & Co. Ltd.
7. A Level chemistry by C.W. Ramsden
8. Organic Chemistry: T Morrison and R.N Boyed,
9. Fundamental of Organic Chemistry by W Solomons
Paper Code
Paper Title:
212808
Marks: 50
Credits: 2
Class Hours: 30
1.
2.
Preparation of FeSO4 7H2O, Mohrs salt and potash alum.

Separation and identification of four radicals from a mixture of anions and cations The
cations are pb2+, cu2+, Cd2+ , Al3+ , Fe2+ , Fe3+, Co2+, Ni2+, Zn2+ Ca2+, Ba2+, Na+, K+ , and
NH4 + , the anions are NO3, CO32-, S2-, SO4 2-, Cl , Br and I+
Determination of the enthalpy change for the decomposition sodium dicarbonate into
sodium carbonate.
Books Recommended:
1.
2.
3.
4.
A Text Book of Quantitative Inorganic Analysis, A.I. Vogel, 3rd/4th edition,

A Text Book of Quantitative Inorganic Analysis, A.I. Vogel 3r d /4th edition,
A Text Book of practical organic chemistry, A.I. vogel, ELBS edition.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
213607
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
1. Descriptive Statistics: Statistics-Its nature and some important use, Qualitative and
quantitative data, Classification, Tabulation and frequency distribution, Graphical
representation of data, Measure of location, Measures of Dispersion, Skewness and
Kurtosis, Mathmatical relationtionship among different measures of location, dispersion,
Skewness and kurtosis.
2. Bivariate Data: Correlation coefficient, Correlation analysis, The purpose and uses of
regression analysis, Simple regression and methods of least squares and estimation of
parameters Correlation ratio, Rank correlation, Partial and multiple correlation.
3. Elementary Probability: Meaning of probability, Classical and empirical definitions of
Probability, Axiomatic approch of defining probability, Event, Sample space and simple
problems of probability, Addition rule, Conditional probability, Multiplication rule and Bayes
theorems, The concept of a random variables, Probability function and probability density
function, Joint probability function. Marginal and conditional distributions, Statistical
independence, Expected value and related theorems, Moment generating function, Common
probability distributions, Binomial, Poisson and Normal.
4. Index Number: Concept of an index number and problems in the construction of index
number, Types of indices (Price, Quantity, Value and cost of living indices) and their uses,
Tests for index numbers.
5. Time Series anlysis: Elements of time-series analysis, Measurement of trend by moving

average, By least square method, Trend curve, Determination of seasonal indices, Cylical.
6. Numerical Mathematics: Differences of a polynomial, Finite difference operator,
Difference table, Newtons formula and starlings central difference formula, Inverse
interpolation, Numerical integration.
Books Recommended:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Yule and Kendall

Islam, M. Nurul.
Mostafa M.G.
David E.N.
Weatherburn C.F.
Ali A.
9. Mallick, S.A.
10. Freeman H.
11. Scarborough
12. David F.N.
13. Shil R.N.
14. Feller, W
Paper Code
Paper Title:
213608

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Marks: 100
Credits: 2
Class Hours: 30
Condensation and tabulation of data, Graphical representation of data, Frequency table, Measures of location,
Dispersion, Moments, Skewness and Kurtosis, measures of correlation coefficient, Rank correlation, Fitting of
simple regression lines, Fitting of Binomial, Normal and Poissons distributions, Finding trend values and
seasonal variation from time series data by different methods, Calculation of Index numbers and test of index
number, Use of Newtons forward and backward formula, Solution of numerical integration.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
1.
2.
3.
4.
212707
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Physics-I (Mechanics, Properties of Matter, Waves & Optics)

Vector Analysis: Vectors and scalars, Addition and multiplication of vectors, Triple scalar & vector
products, Derivatives of vectors, Gradient, divergence and curl-their physical significance, Theorems of
Gauss, Green & Stokes.
Work, Energy and Power: Work energy theorem, Conservation of energy and linear momentum,
Conservative and non-conservative forces and systems, Conservation of energy and momentum, Centre of
mass, Collision problems.
Rotational Motions: Rotational variables, Rotation with constant angular acceleration, Relation between
linear and angular kinematics, Torque on a particle, Angular momentum of a particle, kinetic energy of
rotation and moment of intertia. Combined translational and rotational motion of a rigid body, Conservation
of angular momentum.
Gravitation: Centre of gravity of extended bodies, Gravitational field and potential their calculations,
Determination of gravitation constant and gravity, Compound and katers pendulums, Motion of planets and
satellites, Escape velocity.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
Surface Tension: Surface tension as a molecular phenomenon, Surface tension and surface energy, Capillary
rise or fall of liquids, Pressure on a curved membrane due to surface tension, Determination of surface
tension of water, mercury and soap solution, Effect of temperature.
Fluid Dynamics: Viscosity and coefficient of viscosity, Poiseulles equation, Determination of the
coefficient of viscosity of liquid by Stokes method, Bernoullis theorem and its applications, Toricelli s
theorem, Venturimeter.
Waves: Mechanical waves, types of waves, travelling waves. The superposition principle. Wave speed,
Power and intensity in wave motion. Interference of waves, Standing Waves and resonance.
Oscillatory Motions: Simple harmonic motion, Combination of harmonic motions, Damped
harmonic motion, Forced oscillations and resonance.
Geometrical Optics: Fermats Principles, Theory of equivalent lenses, Defect of images, Optical instrument,
Dispersion rainbow.
Nature and Propagation of light: Properties of light, Wave theory and Huygenes Principle, Theories of
light.
Interference: Youngs experiment: Bi-prism, Newtons ring.
Diffraction: Fresnels and Fraunhofer types, Diffraction through single slit and double slit, diffraction
grating, Dispersive and resolving powers of gratings.
Polarization: Plane, Elliptical and circular Polarizations, Optical, Rotatory dispersion, Polarimeters.
Books Recommended:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
Spiegel, M.R.
R.S. Halliday, R. Resnick, and J.Walker
Halliday, D and Resnick, R.
Sears, F.W., Zimansky, M.W. and
Young, H.D.
Mathur, D.S.
Newman, F.W. and Serale, V.H.L
Fundamantals of Optics
A Text Book of Light
Principles of Optics
Paper Code
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5.
6.
7.
8.
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Vector Analysis
Fundamentals of Physics
Physics
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University Physics
Properties of Matter
General Properties of Matter.
Choudhury, Saha & Pramanik
F.A. Jenking & H.E. White
K.G. Mazumder
B.K. Mathur
Marks: 50
Credits: 2
212709
Class Hours: 30
Thermometry: Temperature, Concepts of thermal equilibrium, measurement of low and high temperature:
Gas thermometers, Resistance thermometer, Thermocouple, Pyrometry, International temperature scale.
Calorimetry: Specific heats of solids, liquids and gases by method of mixture with radiation
corrections: Newtons Law of cooling, Variations of specific heats, Atomic and molecular heats.
Transmission of Heat: Thermal conductivity, Determination of thermal conductivities of good
and bad conductors.
Thermodynamic Systems: Concept of internal energy: The first law of thermodynamics, Work and specific
heats, Isothermal and adiabatic processes.
The second law of thermodynamics: Reversible and irreversible processes: Carnot cycle, Efficiency of
reversible engines, Absolute thermodynamic temperature scale, Change of phase: Clausius and Clapeyron
equation, Porous plug experiment.
Entropy: Entropy of an ideal gas, Temperature-entropy diagram, Increase of entropy.
Thermodynamic Functions: The Maxwells relations, Specific heat equations.
Radiation: Concept of black body radiation, Kirchhoffs law, StefanBoltzmann law, Wiens dis-
Books Recommended:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
R.S. Halliday, R. Resnick, and J.Walker

Halliday, D and Resnick, R.
A Text Book of Heat
Principles of Heat, Thermodynamics
and Radiation
Text Book of Heat, Thermodynamics
and Radiation
Taxt Book of Heat , Thermodynamics
and Radation
Heat and Theromodynamics
Tap O Tapagati Bijnan
Heat & Thermodynamics
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First Year Syllabus

Department of Physics

National University
Subject: Physics
Syllabus for Four Year B. Sc Honours Course

FIRST YEAR
Paper Code
212701
212703
212705
212706
213709
213711
212807
212808
213607
213608
211501
Paper Title
Mechanics
Properties of Matter, Waves & Oscillations
Heat, Thermodynamics and Radiation
Physics Practical-I
Calculus-I
Chemistry-I
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Total=
Marks
75
75
75
75
100
50
100
50
100
Credits
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3
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3
4
2
4
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100
700
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Detailed Syllabus
Paper Code
Paper Title:
212701
Mechanics
Marks: 75
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 45
1. Vector Algebra: Vector and scalar quantities; Vectors and their components, Vector
addition and subtraction, Scalar and vector triple products, scalar and vector fields,
Vector differentiation and integration, Gradient, Divergence and Curl and their
physical significance, Gausss divergence theorem, Greens theorem and Stokes
theorem, Polar, Spherical and Cylindrical co-ordinates.
2. Concept of Measurement: Different Measurement units, International system of
units, Origin of Length mass and time, Conversion of units from one system to
another.
3. Particles Motion in one dimension: Concept of motion and frame of reference,
Position and displacement, Average velocity and average speed, Instantaneous
velocity and speed, Acceleration, Constant acceleration, Equations for motion with
constant acceleration, Free-fall acceleration, Equation for free-fall acceleration,
Particles of physics and basic structure of atoms and nuclear.
4. Particles Motion in Two and Three Dimensions: Position and displacement using
vectors, Velocity and average velocity, Acceleration and average acceleration,
Equation of motion using vector, Projectile motion, Uniform circular motion.
5. Force and Motion: Newtons laws of motion and their applications, Concept of mass,
Force and weight, Frictional forces and Properties of friction, Drag force and terminal
speed, Forces of nature.
6. Work, Energy and Power: Kinetic and Potential energy, Work done by constant and
variable forces, Work-energy theorem, Hookes law, Work done by a spring force,
Work done by weight, Power, Gravitational potential energy, Conservation of energy.
7. System of Particles: Center of mass of systems of particles, Center of mass of rigid
bodies, Linear momentum of a particle, Linear momentum of a system of particles,
Conservation of linear momentum for a system of particles.
8. Collisions of Bodies: Collisions and its classification, Impulse and linear momentum, Elastic and
inelastic collision in one dimension, Motions of the center of mass of colliding bodies.
9. Rotational Kinematics: Translational and Rotational motion, Angular Position, Angular
displacement, Angular Velocity and angular acceleration, Rotation with constant angular acceleration,
Relation between linear and angular kinematics of a particles in circular motion.
10. Rotational Dynamics: Torque and angular momentum and their relation, Kinetic
energy of rotation and rotational inertia (moment of inertia), Combined Translational
and rotational motion of a rigid body, Parallel and perpendicular axes theorems of
moment of inertia, calculation of moment of inertia for solids of different shapes,
conservation of angular momentum. Relation between angular momentum and torque.
Books Recommended:
1. Spigel, M.R.
2. Halliday, D., Resnick, R. and
Walker, J
3. Halliday, D and Resnick, R.
4. Sears, F.W., Zemansky, M.W. and
Young, H.D.
:
:
Vector Analysis
Physics
University Physics
Paper Code
Paper Title:
212703
Marks: 75
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 45
Properties of Matter, Waves & Oscillations
1. Gravitation: Keplers Laws, Law of universal gravitation, G and its determination,

Inertial and gravitational mass, Acceleration due to gravity and its variation,
Measurement of acceleration due to gravity by compound pendulum and Katers
pendulum, Gravitational potential and field in simple cases, Gravitational potential
energy.
2. Elasticity: Hookes Law, Elastic constants of isotropic solids, Poissons ratio and
their interrelations, Internal elastic potential energy, Experimental determination of
elastic constants, Torsion of a cylinder, Bending of beams, Cantilever, Variation of
elasticity with temperature.
3. Surface Tension: Surface tension and surface energy, Adhesive and cohesive forces,
Molecular theory of surface tension, Pressure on a curved membrane of uniform
tension, Soap bubble, Capillarity, Angle of contact and its measurement,
Determination of surface tension of water and mercury drop, Variation of surface
tension with temperature.
4. Fluid Dynamics: General concepts of fluid flow, Streamlines, Equation of continuity,
Bernoullis equation, Application of Bernoullis equation and equation of continuity.
Coefficient of viscosity, Critical velocity and Reynolds number, Poiseuilles formula
and its correction, Measurement of viscosity, Variation of viscosity with temperature.
5. Waves: Waves and Particles, Types of waves, Transverse and Longitudinal waves,
Wavelength and frequency, The Speed of a traveling Wave, Wave speed on a
stretched string, Energy and power of a traveling string wave, The principle of
superposition for waves, Interference of waves, Complex waves, Standing waves and
Resonance.
6. Sound Waves: The Speed of Sound, Propagation and speed of longitudinal waves,
Traveling longitudinal waves, Standing longitudinal waves, Beats, Doppler effect.
7. Oscillations: Simple harmonic motion (SHM), Energy consideration in SHM,
Applications of SHM, Relation between SHM and uniform circular motion,
Combinations of two SHMs, Lissajous figures, Two-body oscillations, Damped
harmonic motion, Forced oscillations and resonance, Power and intensity of wave
motion.
8. Vibrations: Vibrations of string, Membranes, bars, plates and air-column, Sonometer,
Meldes experiment, Rectangular and circular membranes, Transverse and
longitudinal vibration of rod, Air-columns in cylindrical pipes, Organ pipes, Chladnis
figure.
Books Recommended:
1. Spigel, M.R.
2. Halliday, D., Resnick, R. and
Walker, J
3. Halliday, D and Resnick, R.
Young, H.D.
:
:
Vector Analysis
Physics
University Physics
Paper Code
Paper Title:
212705
Marks: 75
Credits: 3
Class Hours: 45
Heat, Thermodynamics & Radiation
1. Heat and Temperature: Concept of temperature, Thermal equilibrium, Mesurement of

low and high temperatures, The Clausius & Fahrenheit scales, Thermal expansion, Gas
Thermometers, Platinum resistance thermometer, Thermocouple.
2. Kinetic Theory of Gases: Equation of state of an ideal gas, Equipartition of energy,
Translational kinetic energy, Mean free path, Maxwells theory of distribution of
velocities, Brownian motion, Degrees of freedom & Molar Specific Heats, Van der
Waals Equation of state, Transport phenomena.
3. Transmission of Heat: Conduction, Convection, Radiation, Conduction of heat in solids,
Measurement of thermal conductivity of a bad conductor, Heat conduction through composite walls.
4. First Law of Thermodynamics: Internal Energy, Heat and work, Isothermal and adiabatic processes,
Work done by expanding gases, Statement of first law of thermodynamics and applications.
5. Second Law of Thermodynamics and Entropy: The Thermodynamic temperature
scale, Concept of entropy, Calculation of entropy change in reversible and irreversible
processes, Entropy and second law of thermodynamics, Entropy and disorder. The
Carnot engine, Efficiency of heat engines, Carnots theorem, Refrigerator and airconditioner, Clausius theorem, Clausius-Clapeyron equation.
6. Third Law of Thermodynamics: Nernst heat theorem, Phase rule and its uses, Third
law of thermodynamics.
7. Thermodynamic Functions: Thermodynamic potentials at constant volume and
pressure, Maxwells thermodynamic relations, Specific heat equations, JouleThomson effect and its applications.
8. Radiation Laws: Concept of black body and black body radiation, Emissive and
absorptive powers, Kirchhoffs law, Stefan-Boltzmanns Law, Wiens displacement
law, Rayleigh-Jeans law, Plancks quantum hypothesis, Plancks law, Applications of
radiations laws.
Books Recommended:
1. Halliday, D, Resnick, R. and
Walker, J.
Young, H.D.
3. Zemansky, M.W.
4. Sears, F.W.
5. Hossain, T.
6. Saha, M.N. and Srivastava, B.N.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
212706
University Physics
:
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Heat and Thermodynamics

An Introduction to Thermodynamics
Text Book of Heat
A Treatise on Heat.
Marks: 75
Credits: 3
Physics Practical-I
To perform two experiments (one from each group) each of three hours duration.
i) Experiments (3 hours each)
ii) Laboratory note book
iii) Experimental Viva-voce
2 x 30 =
60
10
05
Class Hours: 45
Total marks = 75 Marks for each experiment shall

be distributed as follows:
a) Theory
b) Data collection and tabulation
c) Calculation, graphs and result
d) Discussion
5
12
10
03
Total marks = 30
Group A
1. Determination of acceleration due to gravity g by compound pendulum.
2. Determination of acceleration due to gravity g by Katers pendulum.
3. Determination of Youngs modulus and rigidity modulus by Searles dynamic method.
4. Determination of rigidity modulus of a wire/rod by static method.
5. Determination of rigidity modulus of the material of a wire by dynamic method.
6. Determination of the spring constant and effective mass of a given spiral spring and hence to
calculate the rigidity modulus of the material of the spring.
7. Determination of the Youngs modulus by the flexture of a beam (bending method).
8. Determination of the moment of inertia of a fly-wheel about its axis of rotation.
9. Determination of the Youngs modulus for the material of a wire by Searles apparatus.
10. Determination of Surface tension of water by capillary tube method.
11. Determination of surface tension of mercury by Quincke s method.
Group B
1. Determination of the specific heat of solid by method of mixture, with radiation correction.
2. Determination of the specific heat of a liquid by the method of cooling.
3. Determination of the thermal conductivity of a good conductor by Searles apparatus.
4. Determination of the thermal conductivity of a bad conductor by Lees method.
5. Determination of mechanical equivalent of heat J with radiation correction.
6. Investigation of the variation of resistance of a copper wire with temperature and determination of its
temperature coefficient of resistance.
7. Verify the laws of transverse vibration of a stretched string with a sonometer (n-l, and n 1/l curves
only)
8. Determination of the frequency of a tuning fork by Meldes experiment.
9. Determination of latent heat of fusion of ice with radiation correction.
10. Determination of latent heat of condensation of steam with radiation correction.
11. Determination of density of water at various temperature by specific gravity bottle and study the
variation of density with temperature from the graph.
Books Recommended:
1. Ahamed, G.U. and Uddin, M.S.
2. Chawdhury, S.A. and Bashak, A.K.
3. Din, K. and Matin, M.A.
4. Worsnop and Flint
Paper Code
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Advanced Practical Physics
Marks: 100
213709
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
1. Real Number System: Field and order properties, Natural numbers, Integers and rational numbers,
Absolute value and their properties, Basic inequalities.

2. Complex Number System: Field of Complex numbers, De Moivre's theorem and its applications.
3. Theory of equations: Relations between roots and coefficients, Symmetric functions of roots, Sum
of the powers of roots, Synthetic division, Des Cartes rule of signs, Multiplicity of roots,
Transformation of equations.
4. Matrices and Determinants: Notion of matrix, Types of matrices, Algebra of matrices, Determinant
function and its properties, Minors, Cofactors, Expansion and evaluation of determinants, Elementary
row and column operations and row-reduced echelon matrices, Invertible matrices, Diagonal,
triangular and Symmetric matrices.
5. System of Linear Equations: System of linear equations (homogeneous and non-homogeneous) and
their solutions, Gaussian elimination, Application of matrices and determinants for solving system of
linear equations, Applications of system of equations in real life problems.
6. Vector Spaces: Euclidean n-space, Real vector spaces, Subspaces, Linear combination of vectors,
Linear dependence of vectors, Basis and dimension, Linear transformations, Matrix representation of
linear transformation, Kernel and image, Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors.
7. Two-dimensional Geometry: Transformation of coordinates, Pair of straight lines
(homogeneous second degree equations, General second degree equations
representing pair of straight lines, angle between pair of straight lines, Bisectors of
angle between pair of straight lines), General equations of second degree (reduction to
standard forms, Identifications, Properties and tracing of conic s).
8. Three-dimensional Geometry: Three-dimensional coordinates, Distance, Direction
cosines and direction ratios, Planes and straight lines, Vectors in plane and space,
Algebra of vectors, Scalar and vector product, Vector equations of straight lines and
planes.
Books Recommended :
Paper Code
Paper Title:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
213711
Calculus-I
Marks: 50
Credits: 2
Class Hours: 30
Functions & their graphs : Polynomial and rational functions, Logarithmic and exponential
functions, Trigonometric functions & their inverses, Hyperbolic functions & their inverses,
Combinations of such functions.
Limit and continuity: Definitions and basic theorems on limit and continuity, Limit
at infinity & infinite limits, Computation of limits.
Differentiation: Tangent lines and rates of change. Definition of derivative, Onesided derivatives. Rules of differentiation, Successive differentiation, Leibnitz's
theorem, Related rates, Linear approximations and differentials.
Applications of Differentiation: Mean value theorem, Maximum and minimum
values of functions, Concavity and points of inflection, Optimization problems.
Integration: Anti-derivatives and indefinite integrals, Techniques of integration,
Definite integration using anti-derivatives, Fundamental theorems of calculus, Basic
6.
7.
properties of integration, Integration by reduction.

Applications of Integration: Arc length. Plane areas, Surfaces of revolution,
Volumes of solids of revolution, Volumes by cylindrical shells, Volumes by cross
sections.
Approximation and Series: Taylor polynomials and series, Convergence of series,
Taylor's series, Taylor's theorem and remainders, Differentiation and integration of
series.
Books Recommended:
1. Howard Anton
Calculus (7th and forward editions).
2. E.W. Swokowski
Calculus with Analytic Geometry.
3. Md. A Matin & B Chakraborty :
Paper Code
Paper Title:
212807
Differential Calculus.
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Chemistry-I
1. Measurements and the Scientific Method: Measurements, units, SI units, reliability of

measurements precision and accuracy, rounding off, significant figures, significant figures in
calculation, mean and median, errors, sources of errors.
nucleus, Nuclear binding energy, Nuclear reactions fission and Fusion reactions,
Bohr atom model, Spectrum of atomic hydrogen, Dual nature of electron, Heisenberg
atoms.
3. Periodic Table: Periodic law, Periodic table, Electronic configurations from the
periodic table, Periodic properties of the elements such as ionization energies,
Electron affinity, Electro negativity, Atomic/ionic radius along a period and down a
group, Diagonal relationship
coordination, Metallic, Hydrogen, Polar and no polar covalent bonds, Lewis dot
structure, Shapes of molecules, VSEPR theory, Valence bond theory, Hybridization,
- and -bonding in compounds, Molecular orbital theory.
6. States of Matter: Comparison between solids, Liquids and gases, Changes of state,
m.p. and b.p, phase transition, Phase diagram of water.
7. Gaseous and Their Properties: The gas laws , The perfect gas equation, The kietic
theory of gases, Van der waals equations, Real gases, Grahams laws of diffusion and
Effusion.
8. Solutions: Solubility and intermolecular forces, Solubility product, Types of
concentration units, Colligative properties of solutions, Henrys law, Nernst
distribution law.
Neutralization reactions acid- base strength, pH, Acid-base titrations, Acid-base
indicatiors, Acid-base properties of salts, The common ion effect, Buffer solutions,
Hard and soft acids and bases.
10. Chemical Equilibrium: Reversible reactions and the equilibrium state, The
equilibrium law, Reaction quotients and equilibrium constants, Calculations using Kc,
Kp, Homogeneous and heterogeneous equilibria, The principle of Le Chatelier and
Brown.
Alkenes, And Alkynes, Nomenclature of organic compounds-the IUPAC system
natural gas, Petroleum, Petrochemicals.
Books recommended:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.

Paper Code
Paper Title:
212808
Marks: 50
Credits: 2
Class Hours: 30

2. Separation and identification of four radicals from a mixture of anions and cations The cations are
pb 2+ , cu 2+ , Cd 2+ , Al 3+ , Fe 2+ , Fe 3+ , Co 2+ , Ni2+ , Zn 2+ Ca 2+ , Ba 2+ , Na + , K + , and NH4 + , the anions are NO3, CO32-,
S2-,
SO42-, Cl , Br and I+
Determination of the enthalpy change for the decomposition sodium dicarbonate into sodium
carbonate.
7H2O,
Books Recommended:
1. A Text Book of Quantitative Inorganic Analysis, A.I. Vogel, 3rd/4th edition, ELBS and Longman
Green & Co. Ltd.
2. A Text Book of Quantitative Inorganic Analysis, A.I. Vogel 3rd /4th edition, ELBS and Longman
Green & Co. Ltd.
4. A Text Book of practical organic chemistry, A.I. vogel, ELBS edition.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
Marks: 100
213607
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
1 . Descriptive Statistics: Statistics-Its nature and some important use, Qualitative and quantitative
data, Classification, Tabulation and frequency distribution, Graphical representation of data, Measure
of location, Measures of Dispersion, Skewness and Kurtosis, Mathmatical relationtionship among
different measures of location, dispersion, Skewness and kurtosis.
2. Bivariate Data: Correlation coefficient, Correlation analysis, The purpose and uses of regression
analysis, Simple regression and methods of least squares and estimation of parameters, Correlation
ratio, Rank correlation, Partial and multiple correlation.
3. Elementary Probability: Meaning of Probability, Classical and empirical definitions of Probability,
Axiomatic approach of defining probability, Event, Sample space and simple problems on
probability, Addition rule, Conditional probability, Multiplication rule and Bayes theorems, The
concept of a random variables, Probability function and probability density function, Joint probability
function. Marginal and conditional distributions, Statistical independence, Expected value and related
theorems, Moment generating function, Common probability distributions, Binomial,
Poisson and Normal.
4. Index Number: Concept of an index number and problems in the construction of
index number, Types of indices (Price, Quantity, Value and cost of living indices) and
their uses, Tests for index numbers.
5. Time Series analysis: Elements of time-series analysis, Measurement of trend by moving average,
By least square method, Trend curve, Determination of seasonal indices, Cyclical movements.
6. Numerical Mathematics: Differences of a polynomial, Finite difference operator, Difference table,
Newtons formula and starlings central difference formula, Inverse interpolation, Numerical
integration.
Books Recommended:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Yule and Kendall

Islam, M. Nurul.
Mostafa M.G.
David E.N.
Weatherburn C.F.
Ali A.
9. Mallick, S.A.
10. Freeman H.
11. Scarborough
12. David F.N.
13. Shil R.N.
14. Feller, W
Paper Code
Paper Title:

: Basic Statistics.
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Marks: 50
213608
10
Credits: 2
Class Hours: 30
Condensation and tabulation of data, Graphical representation of data, Frequency table, Measures of
location, Dispersion, Moments, Skewness and Kurtosis, measures of correlation coefficient, Rank
correlation, Fitting of simple regression lines, Fitting of Binomial, Normal and Poissons distributions,
Finding trend values and seasonal variation from time series data by different methods, Calculation of
Index numbers and test of index number, Use of Newtons forward and backward formula, Solution of
numerical integration.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
211501
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60

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NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
First Year Syllabus

D e p a r t m e n t of Psychology

National University
Subject: Psychology

FIRST YEAR
Paper Code
213401
213403
211501
213404
212009
212111
211909
211709
212209
213709
213607
213105
215021
Paper Title
General Psychology
Experimental Psychology
Bangladesh
Practical: Experiment (Marks Distribution) (One
day)
Laboratory Note Book - 20

Conduction
- 20
Report/Script
- 35
Viva
- 25
Any Three Subjects from the following
or
Introduction to Philosophy
Or
or
Zoology I
Total =
Marks
100
100
100
Credits
4
4
4
100
1003
=300
43
=12
700
28
Detailed Syllabus
Paper Code
Paper Title:
Marks: 100
213401
General Psychology
Credits: 4
Introduction :
Definition and nature of psychology
Psychology as a science
Subject matter of psychology
Fields of psychology
1.4.1 Social psychology
1.4.2 Experimental psychology
1.4.3 Environmental psychology
1.4.4 clinical psychology
1.4.5 Counseling psychology
1.4.6 Educational psychology
1.4.7 Industrial and organizational psychology
1.4.8 Developmental psychology
1.4.9 Physiological psychology
1.4.10 Engineering psychology
1.5
Research methods
1.5.1 Observational method
1.5.2 Experimental method
1.5.3 Clinical method
1.5.4 Case study method
1.5.5 Statistical method
1.5.6 Survey method
1.5.7 Introspection method
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
2.2.1
2.2.2
2.2.3
2.2.4
Sensation and perception :

Introducing sensation
Visual sensation
Auditory sensation
Perceptual processes
Organization of perception
Perceptual constancy (size and brightness)
Depth perseption
Error in perception (illusion and hallucination)
3.2.1
3.2.2
3.2.3
3.2.4
Learning:
Definition and Nature of Learning
Factors and types of learning
Classical conditioning
Operant conditioning
Latent learning
Insightful learning
2.1
2.1.1
2.1.2
2.2
3
3.1
3.2
Class Hours: 60
3.3
3.3.1
3.3.2
3.3.3
4
Reinforcement
Principles of reinforcement
Types of reinforcement
Schedule of reinforcement
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5
Memory and forgetting

definitions
scuffing processing
Types of memory
Measuring memory
Causes of forgetting
5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
5.5
Motivation & emotion:

Definition of motivation and emotion
Motivation Cycle
Characteristics of motivated behavior
Classification of motivation
Bodily changes in emotion
6.1
6.2
6.3
Personality:
Definition
Types of personality
Measures of personality- Projective and non projective tests
7.3
Intelligence and creativity

Defining intelligence
Concept of IQ (Measurement)
Verbal and nonverbal test
Individual and group test
Creativity vs intelligence
8.1
8.2
8.3
Thinking
Concept formating
Thinking process
Problem solving
7.1
7.2
7.2.1
7.2.2
References:
1. Avdmvi Dwb (2002), mvavib gbvwevb, ivRkvnx wekwe`vjq cKvkb evW, ivRkvnx|
2. KvRx mvBdzxb (2007), mvavb gbvwevb, Avwei cvewjKm, XvKv|
3. hvM` Kzgvi gj (2008), mvavib gbvwevb, nvmvb eyK nvDm, XvKv|
4. wbnvi ib miKvi, gbvwevb I Rxeb, vbKvl cKvkbx, XvKv|
5. Grider, A.B, Goethals, G.R, Robert, D, Kavanaugh, R.D, Solumon, P.R (1993),
Psychology, Harper Colling College Publishers, New york.
6. Feldman, R.S (2002). Understanding Psyclology, Mc, Groaw Hill, New york.
7. Hilgard, E.R, Alkimsn, R, and Atkinson, R.C Introduction to psyitiology, Harcourt brace,
new york.
8. Huyffman, k (2004). psychology in action, joon willey and sons ins , USA
9. Munn, N,k (1969) introduction to psychology hougkton miffing co, USA
10. Gg. Avi. Avjx, gbvwevb
11. Newman, P.R and Newman, B.M (1983). Principles of psychology, Dorsey press, USA
Paper Code
Paper Title:
Marks: 100
213403
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
1. Psychology and science: Science and common sense, Goals of science, characteristics of
science, psychology as a science.
2. Nature and scope of experimental psychology, characteristics of experimental method,
experiment versus systematic observation.
3. Variables: concept and types of variables- Independent, Dependent, and Extraneous
variables; Stimulus, Organismic / Intervent and Response variables; Continuous and
Discrete variables, control of independent and extraneous variables- techniques of
control.
4. The problem: Defining a problem, sources of a problem, Techniques involved in defining
problem, selecting a problem.
5. Hypothesis: definition and types of Hypothesis, Sources of Hypothesis, Functions of
Hypothesis, Criteria of good Hypothesis.
6. Designing and conducting Experiments: Types of experiments, relationship studies in
psychological experiments, steps in planning an experiment, conducting an experiment,
writing report.
7. Experimental Design: Witdhind group design: single group design; between group
design: Two randomized group design, Two matched group design, Multiple group
design, Repeated measurement design, Factorial design.
8. Psychophysics: Nature of Psychophysics, types of thresholds, Methods of measuring
thresh old the method of limit, the method of Average Error, the method of constant
stimuli.
Books Recommended:
1. MeGiuam, F.J, Experimental psychology, Prentice hall. N.J
2. Woodworth, R.S & Scholsberg, H. Experimential psychology, hoth renhart & winston,
new york.
3. Osgood G.F, Methods and theries of experimental psychology
4. Craig, J.R & metz, L.P Methods of psychological research, Prentice hall, New jersy.
5. Kothari, Cr, Research methods
6. miKvi bxnvi ib, cixb I cwigvcb
7. KvRx mvBdzxb )2008), cixb gbvwevb I MelYv cwZ, Avexi cvewjKm, evsjvevRvi, XvKv|
Paper Code
Paper Title:
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
211501
Class Hours: 60

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Paper Code
Paper Title:
Marks: 100
213404
Practical (Experiment)
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Any six of the following experiments

1. To study the retention as a function of time.
2. To study the effect of division of attention on learning /performance
3. To investigate the phenomenon of bilateral transfer of learning
4. To measure immediate memory span.
5. To compare incidental versus intentional learning.
6. To study the effect of natural and emotional word on reaction time.
7. to study the effect of incentive on muscular work
8. To study the role of organization on verbal learning.
9. To study the effect of retroactive inhibition on paired-associate learning
10. To study the effect of colour on depth perception
Marks destribution
a. Laboratory note book
b. Experiment
i)
Conduction
ii)
Report
c. Viva
Total =
-20
-20
-35
-25
100
Books Recommended:
1. gyi Avng` I gn` b~ijvn cixvMvi gbvwevb
Paper Code
Paper Title
212009
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
1. Definition, Nature & Scope of Sociology, relationship with other social

sciences. Development of Sociology: Contributions of Auguste Comte,
Herbert Spencer, Emile Durkheim, Max Weber
2. Culture, Beliefs & Values: Norms, sanctions, symbols, language,
subculture, counterculture, hegemony & resistance
3. Globalization, Culture and Society: Globalization and its different
dimensions, Cultural globalization, global culture and social change
4. Urbanization and Social Formation: Definition of urbanization and urbanism,
Process of urbanization in developing societies and social formation, over
urbanization, growth of slum & poverty in mega cities
5. Gender and Society: DisPaper of WID, WAD and GAD, Why gender is
important in the disPaper of development, Gender inequality & womens
subjugation in developing societies.
6. Environmental Problems, Natural Disasters and Social Crisis: Climate
change and its impact on society, Natural disaster, social crisis and
vulnerabilities, Climate change, deforestation and mal-development.
7. Social Inequality: Dimensions of social inequality: Class, gender, age,
minority group (religious and indigenous), economic vulnerability, Social
inequalities in developed & developing countries.
8. Types of societies: Marxist view on classifying societies on the basis of
type of control over economic resources and Lenskis view on classifying
societies by their main means of
9. Deviance & Social Control: Definition of deviance, theories of deviance. Crime
& justice system, agencies of social control
10. Health, Illness and Society: Nature & scope of the problem, Urbanizations, acute,
chronic & life style diseases, Social, environmental & behavioural factors affecting
health, Communicable & behavioural diseases: STD, HIV/AIDS, TB, Hep-B etc
Reference
Giddens Sociology
Paper Code
Paper Title
212111
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
1. Social Work: Meaning, Characteristics, Scope and Importance Relationship of Social

Work with other Sciences- Sociology, Economics, Psychology and Political Science.
3. Social Reformers and their Movements in Pre-partition India and Bangladesh: Raja
Rammohan Ray, Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar, A.K Fazlul Haque, Sir Syad Ahmed,
Begum Rokeya.
5. Profession and Social Work: Meaning and Characteristics of Profession, Social
Work as profession, Philosophical, Religions and Ethical Basis of Social Work.
6. Industrial Revolution: Meaning, Impact on Society, Industrialization,
Urbanization, Welfare State.
8. Methods of Social Work: Basic and Auxiliary Methods and their Basic Issues such
as Meaning, Elements, Principles and Area of Use. Importance of Social Work
Methods in Bangladesh.
Books Recommended:
1. Barker, Robert L. :Social Work Dictionary, 3rd ed. NASW, New York, 1995.
2. Coulshed, Veronica Social Work Practice: An Introduction 2nd ed. London. Macmillan, 1991.
3. Friedlander, Walter A. : Introduction to Social Welfare. Prentice Hall, 2nd ed. New
Delhi-1967.
4. Khalid, M. : Welfare State, Karachi, Royal Book, 1968 5.
Morales, A. And Shaefor, B. Social Work A Profession of many faces, 4th ed.
Allyan and Bacan, Boston, 1986.
Paper Code
Paper Title
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
211909
Class Hours : 60
Political Science : Meaning, Nature, Scope, Methods, Relations to other Social Sciences,
Importance to Study Political Science.
State : Definition, Elements, State and Government, State and Individual, State and
Society, Theories of the origin of the state.
Rousseau.
Books Recommended :
1.
R.G. Gettell
: Political Science
2.
J. W. Garner
3.
R. M. MacIver
: The Modern State
4.
G.H. Sabine
5.
William Ebenstein
6.
H.G. Laski
7.
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Paper Code : 211709

Marks : 100
Credits : 4
Paper Title :
Class Hours : 60
Origin, nature & scope of philosophy.

Philosophy and its related subjects: science, religion, life and common-sense.
Epistemological problems: rationalism, empiricism, criticism and intuitionism.
Object of knowledge: idealism and realism.
Theories of truth: correspondence theory, coherence theory and pragmatic theory;
Concept of space, time and matter.
Nature of life: mechanism, vitalism and the concept of emergence.
Creation and evolution, theories of evolution: mechanical, teleological, creative and emergent
evolution.
Theories of reality: monism, dualism and pluralism, idealism and materialism.
Nature of mind and mind-body relation.
Idea of God : proofs for the existence of God.
Nature of value and its classification: intrinsic and extrinsic value.
Books Recommended:
1. Matin, A.
2. Patrick, T.W.
3. Titus, H.
4. Avwgbyj Bmjvg
5.
:
:
:
:
An Outline of Philosophy, Dhaka, 1968

An Introduction to Philosophy, New York, 1935.
Living Issues in Philosophy, New York, 1944
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: `vkwbK mgmv I mgKvj, gwj cKvkbx, XvKv, 2002
6. Gg. gwZDi ingvb
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7.
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12. ikx`yj Avjg
: `kbi f~wgKv, mvwnZ KzwUi, eov, 2q msiY, 1979
Paper Code
Paper Title:
212209
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60

Fundamental Problems of Economics, Production Possibility Frontier,
Opportunity Cost, Efficiency and Equity.
Curve and Shift of Supply and Demand Curve and Its Effects on Equilibrium
Price and Quantity. Elasticity of Supply and Demand; Determinants of Elasticity
of Demand.
Variable Input; Production with Two Variable Inputs; Returns to Scale; Costs in
the Short-run; Costs in the Long-run.
5. Market Analysis:
B. Monopoly: Average and Marginal Revenue; Supply Curve of the
Monopolist; Perfect Competition and Monopoly Compared;

8. Growth and Development: Economic Development and Economic Growth,
Measurement of Economic Development, Obstacles to Economic Development.
9. Money: Definition and Functions of Money-Importance of Money in Modern
Economy-Different Concepts of Money (M1, M2, M3)-Value of Money. Concept,
Causes and Effects of Inflation and Deflation.
10. Government Revenue and Expenditure: Difference between Public Sector and
Private Sector finance, Different Sources of Govt. Revenues, Taxation and
Different Kinds of Taxes, Definition of Revenue Budget, Development Budget,
Revenue Budget Vs. Development Budget, Surplus, Deficit and Balanced Budget.
Books Recommended:
1. N. Gregory Mankiw. Principles of Economics. Any Late Edition. South Western College.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
213709
Marks: 100
Credits:4
Class Hours: 60

Books Recommended :
Paper Code
Paper Title:
213607
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
1 . D escriptive StatisticsIts nature and some important uses, Qualitative and quantitative statistics; data:
Classification, Tabulation and frequency distribution, Graphical representation of data, Measures of
location, Measures of Dispersion, Skewness and Kurtosis, Mathematical relationship among different
measures of location, dispersion, Skewness and kurtosis.
Poisson and Normal.
4. Index Number: Concept of an index number and problems in the construction of index number,
Types of indices (Price, Quantity, Value and cost of living indices) and their uses, Tests for index
numbers.
integration.
Books Recommended:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Yule and Kendall

Islam, M. Nurul.
Mostafa M.G.
David E.N.
Weatherburn C.F.
Ali A.
9. Mallick, S.A.
10. Freeman H.
11. Scarborough
12. David F.N.
13. Shil R.N.
14. Feller, W
Paper Code
Paper Title:
213105

: Basic Statistics.
: mvswLK MwbZ
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Zoology I

e. Phylum Cnidaria: Obelia
f.
g. Phylum Mollusca: Pila
h. Phylum Arthropoda: Prawn
i.
j.


Bangladesh.
Books Recommended:
1.
2.
Dubuque, Iwoa.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.


11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.

Carps. ADB/ICLARM
Paper Code : 215021

Marks : 100
Paper Title :
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60

Hardware.
Information System.
Books Recommended :

Hill Companies Inc.
New- Delhi
NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
First Year Syllabus

D e p a r t m e n t of Psychology

National University
Subject: Psychology

FIRST YEAR
Paper Code
213401
213403
211501
213404
212009
212111
211709
211909
212209
213709
213607
213105
215021
Paper Title
General Psychology
Bangladesh
Practical: Experiment (Marks Distribution) (One
day)
Laboratory Note Book - 20

Conduction
- 20
Report/Script
- 35
Viva
- 25
Any Three Subjects from the following
or
Or
or
Zoology I
Total =
Marks
100
100
100
Credits
4
4
4
100
1003
=300
43
=12
700
28
Detailed Syllabus
Paper Code
Paper Title:
Marks: 100
213401
General Psychology
Credits: 4
Introduction :
Definition and nature of psychology
Psychology as a science
Subject matter of psychology
Fields of psychology
1.4.1 Social psychology
1.4.2 Experimental psychology
1.4.3 Environmental psychology
1.4.4 clinical psychology
1.4.5 Counseling psychology
1.4.6 Educational psychology
1.4.7 Industrial and organizational psychology
1.4.8 Developmental psychology
1.4.9 Physiological psychology
1.4.10 Engineering psychology
1.5
Research methods
1.5.1 Observational method
1.5.2 Experimental method
1.5.3 Clinical method
1.5.4 Case study method
1.5.5 Statistical method
1.5.6 Survey method
1.5.7 Introspection method
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
2.2.1
2.2.2
2.2.3
2.2.4
Sensation and perception :

Introducing sensation
Visual sensation
Auditory sensation
Perceptual processes
Organization of perception
Perceptual constancy (size and brightness)
Depth perseption
Error in perception (illusion and hallucination)
3.2.1
3.2.2
3.2.3
Learning:
Definition and Nature of Learning
Factors and types of learning
Classical conditioning
Operant conditioning
Latent learning
2.1
2.1.1
2.1.2
2.2
3
3.1
3.2
Class Hours: 60
3.2.4
3.3
3.3.1
3.3.2
3.3.3
4
Insightful learning
Reinforcement
Principles of reinforcement
Types of reinforcement
Schedule of reinforcement
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5
Memory and forgetting

definitions
scuffing processing
Types of memory
Measuring memory
Causes of forgetting
5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
5.5
Motivation & emotion:

Definition of motivation and emotion
Motivation Cycle
Characteristics of motivated behavior
Classification of motivation
Bodily changes in emotion
6.1
6.2
6.3
Personality:
Definition
Types of personality
Measures of personality- Projective and non projective tests
7.3
Intelligence and creativity

Defining intelligence
Concept of IQ (Measurement)
Verbal and nonverbal test
Individual and group test
Creativity vs intelligence
8.1
8.2
8.3
Thinking
Concept formating
Thinking process
Problem solving
7.1
7.2
7.2.1
7.2.2
References:
1. Avdmvi Dwb (2002), mvavib gbvwevb, ivRkvnx wekwe`vjq cKvkb evW, ivRkvnx|
2. KvRx mvBdzxb (2007), mvavb gbvwevb, Avwei cvewjKm, XvKv|
3. hvM` Kzgvi gj (2008), mvavib gbvwevb, nvmvb eyK nvDm, XvKv|
4. wbnvi ib miKvi, gbvwevb I Rxeb, vbKvl cKvkbx, XvKv|
5. Grider, A.B, Goethals, G.R, Robert, D, Kavanaugh, R.D, Solumon, P.R (1993),
Psychology, Harper Colling College Publishers, New york.
6. Feldman, R.S (2002). Understanding Psyclology, Mc, Groaw Hill, New york.
7. Hilgard, E.R, Alkimsn, R, and Atkinson, R.C Introduction to psyitiology, Harcourt brace,
new york.
8. Huyffman, k (2004). psychology in action, joon willey and sons ins , USA
9. Munn, N,k (1969) introduction to psychology hougkton miffing co, USA
10. Gg. Avi. Avjx, gbvwevb
11. Newman, P.R and Newman, B.M (1983). Principles of psychology, Dorsey press, USA
Paper Code
Paper Title:
Marks: 100
213403
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
1. Psychology and science: Science and common sense, Goals of science, characteristics of
science, psychology as a science.
2. Nature and scope of experimental psychology, characteristics of experimental method,
experiment versus systematic observation.
3. Variables: concept and types of variables- Independent, Dependent, and Extraneous
variables; Stimulus, Organismic / Intervent and Response variables; Continuous and
Discrete variables, control of independent and extraneous variables- techniques of
control.
4. The problem: Defining a problem, sources of a problem, Techniques involved in defining
problem, selecting a problem.
5. Hypothesis: definition and types of Hypothesis, Sources of Hypothesis, Functions of
Hypothesis, Criteria of good Hypothesis.
6. Designing and conducting Experiments: Types of experiments, relationship studies in
psychological experiments, steps in planning an experiment, conducting an experiment,
writing report.
7. Experimental Design: Witdhind group design: single group design; between group
design: Two randomized group design, Two matched group design, Multiple group
design, Repeated measurement design, Factorial design.
8. Psychophysics: Nature of Psychophysics, types of thresholds, Methods of measuring
thresh old the method of limit, the method of Average Error, the method of constant
stimuli.
Books Recommended:
1. MeGiuam, F.J, Experimental psychology, Prentice hall. N.J
2. Woodworth, R.S & Scholsberg, H. Experimential psychology, hoth renhart & winston,
new york.
3. Osgood G.F, Methods and theries of experimental psychology
4. Craig, J.R & metz, L.P Methods of psychological research, Prentice hall, New jersy.
5. Kothari, Cr, Research methods
6. miKvi bxnvi ib, cixb I cwigvcb
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Paper Code
Paper Title:
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
211501
Class Hours: 60

L) bZvwK MVb
M) fvlv
L) jvnvi cve, 1940
N) cvwKvb mw, 1947
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GjGdI (Legal
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1.
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
2.
a.
b.
c.
Ethniccomposition.
Language.
Basic
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Badar,
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of
intellectuals.
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Paper Code
Paper Title:
Marks: 100
213404
Practical (Experiment)
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Any six of the following experiments

1. To study the retention as a function of time.
2. To study the effect of division of attention on learning /performance
3. To investigate the phenomenon of bilateral transfer of learning
4. To measure immediate memory span.
5. To compare incidental versus intentional learning.
6. To study the effect of natural and emotional word on reaction time.
7. to study the effect of incentive on muscular work
8. To study the role of organization on verbal learning.
9. To study the effect of retroactive inhibition on paired-associate learning
10. To study the effect of colour on depth perception
Marks destribution
a. Laboratory note book
b. Experiment
i)
Conduction
ii)
Report
c. Viva
Total =
-20
-20
-35
-25
100
Books Recommended:
1. gyi Avng` I gn` b~ijvn cixvMvi gbvwevb
Paper Code
Paper Title
212009
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60

3. Globalization, Culture and Society: Globalization and its different
dimensions, Cultural globalization, global culture and social change
8. Types of societies: Marxist view on classifying societies on the basis of
type of control over economic resources and Lenskis view on classifying
societies by their main means of
Reference
Giddens Sociology
Paper Code
Paper Title
212111
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60
1. Social Work: Meaning, Characteristics, Scope and Importance Relationship of Social

Work with other Sciences- Sociology, Economics, Psychology and Political Science.
Begum Rokeya.
Methods in Bangladesh.
Books Recommended:
Delhi-1967.
Paper Code : 211709

Marks : 100
Credits : 4
Paper Title :
Class Hours : 60
Origin, nature & scope of philosophy.

Philosophy and its related subjects: science, religion, life and common-sense.
Epistemological problems: rationalism, empiricism, criticism and intuitionism.
Object of knowledge: idealism and realism.
Theories of truth: correspondence theory, coherence theory and pragmatic theory;
Concept of space, time and matter.
Nature of life: mechanism, vitalism and the concept of emergence.
Creation and evolution, theories of evolution: mechanical, teleological, creative and emergent
evolution.
Theories of reality: monism, dualism and pluralism, idealism and materialism.
Nature of mind and mind-body relation.
Idea of God : proofs for the existence of God.
Nature of value and its classification: intrinsic and extrinsic value.
Books Recommended:
1. Matin, A.
2. Patrick, T.W.
3. Titus, H.
4. Avwgbyj Bmjvg
5.
:
:
:
:
An Outline of Philosophy, Dhaka, 1968

An Introduction to Philosophy, New York, 1935.
Living Issues in Philosophy, New York, 1944
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7.
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8.
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12. ikx`yj Avjg
: `kbi f~wgKv, mvwnZ KzwUi, eov, 2q msiY, 1979
Paper Code
Paper Title
Marks : 100
Credits : 4
211909
Class Hours : 60
Political Science : Meaning, Nature, Scope, Methods, Relations to other Social Sciences,
Importance to Study Political Science.
State : Definition, Elements, State and Government, State and Individual, State and
Society, Theories of the origin of the state.
Rousseau.
Books Recommended :
1.
R.G. Gettell
: Political Science
2.
J. W. Garner
3.
R. M. MacIver
: The Modern State
4.
G.H. Sabine
5.
William Ebenstein
6.
H.G. Laski
7.
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8.
GgvRDwb Avng`
: gahyMi ivwPv
9.
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Paper Code
Paper Title:
cUvi wicvewjK
Marks: 100
212209
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60

Fundamental Problems of Economics, Production Possibility Frontier,
Opportunity Cost, Efficiency and Equity.
Curve and Shift of Supply and Demand Curve and Its Effects on Equilibrium
Price and Quantity. Elasticity of Supply and Demand; Determinants of Elasticity
of Demand.
5. Market Analysis:

Private Sector finance, Different Sources of Govt. Revenues, Taxation and
Books Recommended:
Paper Code
Paper Title:
213709
Marks: 100
Credits:4
Class Hours: 60
Books Recommended :
Paper Code
Paper Title:
213607
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
1 . D escriptive StatisticsIts nature and some important uses, Qualitative and quantitative statistics; data:
Classification, Tabulation and frequency distribution, Graphical representation of data, Measures of
location, Measures of Dispersion, Skewness and Kurtosis, Mathematical relationship among different
measures of location, dispersion, Skewness and kurtosis.
Poisson and Normal.
4. Index Number: Concept of an index number and problems in the construction of index number,
Types of indices (Price, Quantity, Value and cost of living indices) and their uses, Tests for index
numbers.
integration.
Books Recommended:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Yule and Kendall

Islam, M. Nurul.
Mostafa M.G.
David E.N.
Weatherburn C.F.
Ali A.
9. Mallick, S.A.
10. Freeman H.
11. Scarborough
12. David F.N.
13. Shil R.N.
14. Feller, W
Paper Code
Paper Title:
213105

: Basic Statistics.
: mvswLK MwbZ
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Zoology I

e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
j.


Bangladesh.
Books Recommended:
1.
2.
Dubuque, Iwoa.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.


11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.

Carps. ADB/ICLARM
20. MZg ey `vk| 2004| cvjwU Drcv`b| evsjv GKvWgx|

Paper Code : 215021

Marks : 100
Paper Title :
Credits : 4
Class Hours : 60

Hardware.
Information System.
Books Recommended :

Hill Companies Inc.
New- Delhi
NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
First Year Syllabus

Department of Soil Science

Effective from the session : 20132014
National University
Subject: Soil Science
Effective from the session: 2013-2014
FIRST YEAR
Paper Code
213301
213303
213304
212807
212808
213007
213008
211501
Paper Title
Introductory Soils-I
Introductory Soils-II
Soil Science Practical
Chemistry-I
Botany-I
Botany-I Practical
Total=
Marks
Credits
100
100
100
100
50
100
50
100
4
4
4
4
2
4
2
4
700
28
Detailed Syllabus
Paper Code
213301
Paper Title:
Introductory soils-I
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Soil Science as an independent discipline; historical development of Soil Science; Branches of

Soil Science and their relationship with other branches of science; the scope of the application of
the knowledge of soil science.
Concepts of soil- soil as a natural body, the earth and the soil, the formation and structure of the
earth, the earth and its biotic and abiotic environment, environmental segments. The ecosystemsoil as a component of the ecosystem.
Soil composition Solid, liquid and gaseous proportions; chemical composition of soil solids.
Soil forming rocks and minerals; organic fraction; characteristics of the liquid and gases.
Fundamental processes of soil formation Weathering of rocks and minerals, silicate structure,
synthesis of silicate clays. Factors affecting soil formation. Development of soil horizons and
soil profile, Master horizons. Ideal soil profile.
Soil as a dispersed three-phase system. Mass and volume relations of soil constituents.
Soiltexture - classes & importances, Practical size analysis. Soil structure classification, genesis
& importance. Soil density & Soil temperature.
Books Recommended:
1. The Nature and Properties of Soil
2. Russells Soil Condition & Plant Growth
3. Soils in our environment
4. Soils Ecology
5. Introductory Soil Science
Paper Code
Paper Title:
Marks: 100
213303
Introductory Soils-II
: N.C. Brady & Weil 13th ed.

: Alan Wild - 2011
: R.W Miller and R.L Donahue 2011 8th ed.
: A. Wild
: Dilip Kumar Das 3rd ed.(2011)
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
The Soil biota: types of biota, plant roots, interaction between plant roots and soil biota; occurrence, population,
structure and functions of Bacteria, Actinomycetes, Fungi and Algae. Nutritional division of soil microflora;
meso-and macro-fauna: Oligochaetes, Nematodes, Arthropods, Mollusks, Viruses, Protozoa and Slime moulds.
The soil as source of energy and nutrient to soil biota- soil minerals as a source of nutrients; soil organic matter
and living biomass as source of nutrients. The soil atmosphere as source of carbon and other nutrients.
Concept of pH and Soil solutions, Essential plant nutrient elements- criteria and classification, elementary idea
about the function and deficiency symptoms of nutrient elements. Role of N, P, K and S in plant nutrition.
Concept of soil fertility and productivity. Basic idea on the fertility status of Bangladesh soils. The need of soil
fertility management. Basic idea about the soil fertility management techniques. Fertilizers- organic, inorganic
and biofertilizers.
Books Recommneded:
1.
2.
Principles of Soil Chemistry

Soil Chemistry
:
:
3.
Chemistry of the Soil
4.
Soil Chemistry and its application
Kim H. Tan.
Bohn. McNealed, A.O.Connor, John Willy and
S
New York.
F.E Bear, Oxford IBH Publishing Co Pvt. New
Delhi.
Malcolm Cresser, Ken Kilham &
Tony Edwards. Cambridge University Press.
5.
Fertilizer Recommendation Guide-2012:
Paper Code
Paper Title:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Marks: 100
213304
Soil Science Practical
BARC
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Precautions to be taken in the laboratory.

Collection, preparation and storage of soil sample.
Determination of soil moisture by gravimetric method.
Determination of soil bulk density and particle density.
Preparation of standard solution of K2Cr2O7, oxalic acid, NaOH and FeSO4
Determination of organic carbon present in soil by wet oxidation method.
Determination of soil PH and free carbonates.
Books Recommended:
1. A Handbook on Analysis of Soil, Plant & Water S. M. Imamul Huq and Md. Didar-ul-Alam
Paper Code
Paper Title:
Marks: 100
212807
Chemistry-I
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
1.
Measurements and the Scientific Method: Measurements, units, SI units, reliability of

measurements precision and accuracy, rounding off, significant figures, significant figures in
calculation, mean and median, errors, sources of errors.
2.
Structure of atom: Atom, isotops, atomic masses, mass spectroscopy, atomic nucleus, nuclear
binding energy, nuclear reactions fission and fusion reactions, Bohr atom model, spectrum of
atomic hydrogen, dual nature of electron, Heisenberg uncertainty principle, quantum numbers,
atomic orbitals, Aufbau principle, pauli exclusion principle, Hunds rule of maximum
multiplicity, electronic configuration of atoms.
3.
Periodic Table: Periodic law, periodic table, electronic configurations from the periodic table, periodic
properties of the elements such as ionization energies, electron affinity, electro negativity, atomic/ionic
radius along a period and down a group, diagonal relationship
4.
Chemical Bonds: Chemical bond, types of chemical bonds ionic, covalent coordination, metallic,
hydrogen, polar and no polar covalent bonds, Lewis dot structure, shapes of molecules, VSEPR theory,
valence bond theory, hybridization, - and -bonding in compounds, molecular orbital theory.
5.
Oxidation and reduction: redox reactions, writing and balancing redox reactions,
6.
States of Matter: Comparison between solids, liquids and gases, changes of state, m.p. and b.p, phase
transition, phase diagram of water.
7.
Gaseous and Their Properties: The gas laws , the perfect gas equation, the kietic theory of gases, Van
der waals equations, real gases, Grahams laws of diffusion and effusion.
8.
Solutions: Solubility and intermolecular forces, solubility product, types of concentration units,
colligative properties, of solutions, Henrys law, Nernst distribution law.
9.
Acids and Bases: Various concepts on acids and bases, conjugate acids and bases, neutralization
reactions acid- base strength, pH, acid-base titrations, acid-base indicatiors, acid-base properties of salts,
the common ion effect, buffer solutions, hard and soft acids and bases.
10.
Chemical Equilibrium: Reversible reactions and the equilibrium state, the equilibrium law, reaction
quotients and equilibrium constants, calculations using Kc , Kp.
Homogeneous and heterogeneous equilibria, the principle of Le Chatelier and Brown.
11.
Hydrocarbons: Hydrocarbons, saturated and unsaturated hydrocarbons, alkanes, alkenes,

and alkynes, nomenclature of organic compounds- the IUPAC system natural gas, petroleum,
petrochemicals.
12.
Study of different classes of organic Compounds: Alcohols, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic

acids, esters, amines and amides.
Books Recommended:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.

Paper Code
Paper Title:
Marks: 50
212808
Credits: 2
Class Hours:30
1. Preparation of Fe SO4 7H2O, Mohrs salt and potash alum.

2. Separation and identification of four radicals from a mixture of anions and cations The cations are pb2+ , cu2+ ,
Cd2+ , Al3+ , Fe2+ , Fe3+ , Co2+ , Ni2+ , Zn 2+ Ca2+, Ba2+, Na+, K+ and NH4+ , the anions are NO3, CO32-, S2-, SO42-, Cl ,
Br and I+
4. Determination of Fe2+ using standard permanganate solution
+
5. Iodometric determination of copper(II) using standard Na2SO3 solution.

6. Gravimetric determination of nickel as Ni(HDMG)2 complex
7. Determination of the enthalpy change for the decomposition sodium dicarbonate into sodium carbonate.
10.Determination of the presence of nitrogen, halogen and sulphur in organic compounds.
11. Identification of the functional groups (unsaturation, alcohol, phenol, carbonyl, aldehlyde, ketone, carboxylic
acid, aromatic amine, amide and nitro- groups) in organic compound.
Books Recommended:
1.
2.
3.
A Text Book of Quantitative Inorganic Analysis, A.I. Vogel, 3rd/4th edition, ELBS
and Longman Green & Co. Ltd.
A Text Book of Quantitative Inorganic Analysis, A.I. Vogel 3rd /4th edition, ELBS
and Longman Green & Co. Ltd.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
213007
Botany-I
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours:60
2. Microbiology:
c)

e)
f)


3.
4.
5.
Anthoceros.
6.

and Christella.
7.
8.
9.
diseases, symtomatology and control measures; forecasting of plant diseases.
10.
each of the following groups: (a) Food, (b) medicine, (c) timber, (d) fibre, (e) oil and (f) vegetables.
Books Recommended:
2. Bold, H.C. and
M.J. Wynne. 1978
:
:

:
:

London.
Inc. New York.


8. Hill,F.A. 1972.
:
:
ZwiKzj Bmjvg
12. evmvi, Gg. G., Gg.G. nvmvb Ges g.
iwdKzj Bmjvg. 2004
Gg. K. Avjg. 1997
Paper Code
Paper Title:
1.

India.
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Marks: 50
213008
Botany-I Practical
Credits: 2
Class Hours:30
Algae
: Saccnaromyces and Accoboius
Bryophyte
10
Pteridophyte
Gymnosperms
: Cycas
Angiosperm
2.
Algae
Fungi
06
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Books Recommended:
1. Agrios, G.N 1997
:Plant Pathology (4th ed.). Academic Press, London.
:Introduction to the Algae, Prentice Hall, India
3. Devlin, M.R. and H.F. Witham.1986 :Plant Physiology (4th ed.). CBS Publishers and Distributors,
New Delhi.
4. Esau,K.1953
:Plant Anatomy. John Wiley & Sons, Inc., New York.
:Introduction to Plant Biochemistry (2nd ed.). Pergamon Press.
:Fungi, Hutchinson Univ. Library, Cambridge Univ. Press,
London.
7. Kumar, H.D. 1995
:General Ecology, Vikash Pub. House, India.
:Taxonomy of Vascular Plants. The Macmillan Co. New York.
9. Pelczer, M.J., E.C.S. Chan and N.R. Krieg.1993
:Microbiology: Concepts and Applications.
McGraw Hill Book Co. Inc. New York.

: Botany for Degree Students: Pteridophyta. S.C. Chand & Co. Ltd.

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20. nvmvb, Gg. G. 1996
Gg. K. Avjg. 1997
Paper Code
Paper Title:
Ramnagar, New Delhi.

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Credits: 4
211501

L) bZvwK MVb
M) fvlv
L) jvnvi cve, 1940
N) cvwKvb mw, 1947
Class Hours: 60

ivRbwZK eenvi)
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9| gywhy 1971
GjGdI (Legal

K) ^`k cZveZb
L) msweavb cYqb
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significance.
intellectuals.
a. Homecoming
mnvqK M
XvKv 2002|
1992|
XvKv 2001|
XvKv 2013|
Dhaka 1977.
NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
First Year Syllabus

Department of Statistics

National University
Subject: Statistics

FIRST YEAR
Paper Code
213601
213603
213604
213606
213709
213711
212209
212211
211501
Paper Title
Introductory Statistics
Introductory Probability & Numerical Mathematics
Lab 1: Descriptive Statistics
Lab 2: Numerical Mathematics
Calculus-I
Bangladesh Agricultural Economics
Total =
Marks
100
100
50
50
100
50
100
50
100
700
Credits
4
4
2
2
4
2
4
2
4
28
Detailed Syllabus
PaperCode
PaperTitle:
Marks:100
213601
Statistics-Its Definition and Scope: History of statistics, its definition, nature and characteristics,
Methods of statistics, Scope and application of statistics, Abuse of statistics, Primary and secondary
sources of data.
Processing of Data: Variables & its types, Measurement scales; Attributes, Classification, Characteristic
and basis of classification, Array formation. Tabulation, Different types of tables, Frequency distribution.
Presentation Data: Graphical presentation of data, Details of different types of graphs and charts with
their relative merits and demerits, Exploratory data analysis: Stem-and-leaf plot using the right number of
stems,
Characteristics of Statistical Data: Measures of location, Dispersion, Moments, Related theorems with
their proofs, Skewness, Kurtosis and their properties. Box-and-Whisper plots.
Relationship between Variables: Bivariate data, Scattered diagram, Simple correlation, Rank
correlation, Correlation ratio, Simple regression analysis. Standard error of estimators of regression
coefficients & their properties. Fitting of regression lines.
Books Recommended:
1
Islam, M.N.
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Simpson, G & Kapka, F.

Mostafa, M.G.
Kendal, M.G.
Hoel, P.G.
Anderson, R.L. and Bancraft, T.A
Draper & Smith
Shil, R.N & Debnuth, S.C
Jalil, M A & Ferdous R
PaperCode
PaperTitle:
An introduction to Statistics and Probability (4th Ed.)

Mullick & Brothers
Basic Statistics.
Method of Statistics
Advanced Theory of Statistics, Vol 1& 2
Introduction to Statistics, 4th Edition Wiley and Sons
Statistical Theory in Research
Applied Regression Analysis, Wiley & Sons
An introduction to the theory of Statistics
Basic statistics, Robi Publisher
Marks:100
213603
Introduction to Probability and Numerical Mathematics
Part-A: Introduction to Probability

Experiments and Related Concepts: Set theory, Random experiment, Sample space, Event space,
Union and intersection of events, Different types of events. Multiplication rule, permutation &
combination.
Basic Concepts of Probability: Meaning of probability, Scope of probability, Different approaches of

defining probability. Theorem on total probability, Conditional probability, Theorems on multiplicative
law of probability. Bayes theorem and its uses & importance in statistics.
Random Variable: Discrete and continuous random variables, probability mass function, probability
density function. Function of random variable and its probability distribution, joint distribution, marginal
and conditional distribution, independence of random variables, mathematical expectation, expectations
of sum and products of random variables, conditional expectation and conditional variance. Moments and
moment generating functions, Characteristics function, Cumulants and cumulant generating functions,
Relationship between moments and cumulants.
Part-B: Numerical Mathematics
Differences of a polynomial, Finite difference operator. Factorial notation. Difference equations.
Newtons forward and backward interpolation formula. Central difference formula. Gausss, Stirlings
and Bessels interpolation formula, Lagranges interpolation formulae. Interpolation with unequal interval
of the argument. Inverse interpolation. The accuracy of the interpolation formulae, Numerical
differentiation. Numerical integration: General quadrature formula. Numerical integration by different
formulae. The accuracy of quadrature formula. Numerical integration for unequal intervals of the
arguments. Stirlings formula for factorial N. Numerical solution of equations by various methods,
convergence of these methods and their inherent errors. Simultaneous equations in several unknowns.
Double interpolation. Function of two variables. Double interpolation by applying single interpolation
formula.
Books Recommended:
Part-A: Introduction to Probability
1
Islam, M.N.
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Mosteller, Rourket
Parzen, E
Roy, M.K.
Cramer, H
Hoq. S
Ross
Shil, R.N & Debnuth, S.C
An introduction to Statistics and Probability (4th Ed.), Mullick &

Brothers
Probability with Statistical Applications.
Modern Probability and its Application, Wiley & Sons
Fundamentals of Probability and Probability Distributions
The Elements of Probability, Wiley and Sons
Probability: An Introduction
A first Paper in Probability, Collier McMillan
An Introduction to the Theory of Statistics
Part-B: Numerical Mathematics

1 James B.Scasborough.
2 Freeman, H
3 Mallick, S.A and E.U Ahmed
4 Hilderbrand
PaperCode
PaperTitle:
Numerical Mathematical Analysis

Finite Differences for Actuarial Statistics
Numerical Mathematics
Introduction to Numerical Analysis
Marks:50
213604
Lab-1: Descriptive Statistics
Condensation and tabulation of data. Formation of frequency distribution from both qualitative and
quantitative data. Construction of bivariate table. Graphical representation of data. Measures of location
and dispersion, Calculation of moments, Measures of skewness and kurtosis. Simple correlation
coefficient and fitting of regression lines. Computation of rank correlation coefficient.
PaperCode
PaperTitle:
Marks:50
213606
Lab 2: Numerical Mathematics
Numerical Mathematics: Problems with operators and polynomials. Uses of interpolation formulae for
equal and unequal interval. Newtons forward and backward formula, Stirlings Bsselss and Lagranges
interpolation formula. Newtons divided difference formula, Inverse interpolation, Numerical solution of
equation, Numerical integration. Double interpolation.
PaperCode
PaperTitle:
Marks:100
213709
1. RealNumberSystem:Fieldandorderproperties,Naturalnumbers,Integersandrationalnumbers,
Absolutevalueandtheirproperties,Basicinequalities.
2. ComplexNumberSystem:FieldofComplexnumbers,DeMoivre'stheoremanditsapplications.
3. Theoryofequations:Relationsbetweenrootsandcoefficients,Symmetricfunctionsofroots,Sum
ofthepowersofroots,Syntheticdivision,DesCartesruleofsigns,Multiplicityofroots,
Transformationofequations.
4. MatricesandDeterminants:Notionofmatrix,Typesofmatrices,Algebraofmatrices,Determinant
function and its properties, Minors, Cofactors, Expansion and evaluation of determinants,
Elementary row and column operations and rowreduced echelon matrices, Invertible matrices,
Diagonal,triangularandSymmetricmatrices.
5. SystemofLinearEquations:Systemoflinearequations(homogeneousandnonhomogeneous)and
theirsolutions,Gaussianelimination,Applicationofmatricesanddeterminantsforsolvingsystemof
linearequations,Applicationsofsystemofequationsinreallifeproblems.
6. Vector Spaces: Euclidean nspace, Real vector spaces, Subspaces, Linear combination of vectors,
Lineardependenceofvectors,Basisanddimension,Lineartransformations,Matrixrepresentation
oflineartransformation,Kernelandimage,EigenvaluesandEigenvectors.
7. Twodimensional Geometry: Transformation of coordinates, Pair of straight lines
(homogeneous second degree equations, General second degree equations
representing pairofstraightlines,anglebetweenpairofstraightlines,Bisectorsof
anglebetweenpairofstraightlines),Generalequationsofseconddegree(reduction
tostandardforms,Identifications,Propertiesandtracingofconics).
8. Threedimensional Geometry: Threedimensional coordinates, Distance, Direction
cosines and direction ratios, Planes and straight lines, Vectors in plane and space,
Algebraofvectors,Scalarandvectorproduct,Vectorequationsofstraightlinesand
planes.
BooksRecommended:
1. S.Bernard&JMChildHigheralgebra.
2. HowardAnton&ChrisRorresElementaryLinearAlgebrawithApplication.
3. KhoshMohammadAnalyticGeometryandVectorAnalysis.
4. Md.AbdurRahmanLinearAlgebra.
PaperCode
PaperTitle:
213711
Calculus-I
Marks:50
1.Functions&theirgraphs:Polynomialandrationalfunctions,logarithmicandexponentialfunctions,
trigonometricfunctions&theirinverses,hyperbolicfunctions&theirinverses,combinationsofsuchfunctions.
2.Limitandcontinuity:Definitionsandbasictheoremsonlimitandcontinuity.Limitatinfinity
&infinitelimits,Computationoflimits.
3.Differentiation:Tangentlinesandratesofchange.Definitionofderivative.Onesided
derivatives.Rulesofdifferentiation.Successivedifferentiation.Leibnitz'stheorem.Related
rates.Linearapproximationsanddifferentials.
4.ApplicationsofDifferentiation:Meanvaluetheorem.Maximumandminimumvalues
offunctions.Concavityandpointsofinflection.Optimizationproblems.
5.Integration:Antiderivativesandindefiniteintegrals.Techniquesofintegration.Definite
integrationusingantiderivatives.Fundamentaltheoremsofcalculus.Basicpropertiesof
integration.Integrationbyreduction.
6.ApplicationsofIntegration:Arclength.Planeareas.Surfacesofrevolution.Volumes
ofsolidsofrevolution.Volumesbycylindricalshells.Volumesbycrosssections.
7.ApproximationandSeries:Taylorpolynomialsandseries.Convergenceofseries.
Taylor'sseries.Taylor'stheoremandremainders.Differentiationandintegrationof
series.
BooksRecommended:
1. HowardAntonCalculus(7thandforwardeditions).
2. E.W.SwokowskiCalculuswithAnalyticGeometry.
3. Md.AMatin&BChakraboty,DiferentialCalculus.
PaperCode
PaperTitle:
Marks:100
212209
Fundamentals of Economics: Definition, Mature and scope of economics, Scarcity of resources, Various
forms of economic organization, Three fundamental problems of economics, Production possibility
frontier, Opportunity cost, Efficiency and equity.
Supply and Demand: Demand and quantity demanded. demand schedule. Demand curve. Supply and
quantity supplied, Supply schedule. Supply curve, Equilibrium of supply and demand, Movement along
the supply and demand curve and shift of supply and demand curve and its effects of equilibrium price
and quantity. Elasticity of supply and demand. Determinants of elasticity of demand.
The Theory of Consumer Behavior: Total and Marginal Utility; Law of Diminishing Marginal Utility;
Equi-Marginal Utility: Consumer Surplus.
Production and Cost: Production Function and Technology: Production with One Variable Input;
Production with Two Variable Inputs; Returns to Scale; Costs in the Short-run; Costs in the Long-run.
Market Analysis:
(A) Perfect Competition: Characteristics of Perfect Competition; Average and Marginal Revenue;
Individual and Market Supply. Short-run equilibrium of a competitive firm Long run Equilibrium under
Perfect Competition.
(B) Monopoly: Average and Marginal Revenue: Supply Curve of the Monopolist; Perfect Competition
and Monopoly Compared;
Overview of Macro Economics: Objective and instruments of macroeconomics. National income
accounting, gross domestic product, problem of double counting net domestic product, gross national
product, from GDP to disposable income. Net economic welfare (NEW).
International Trade: Domestic Vs. International trade, Balance of trade vs. Balance of payment- trend
of changes in international trade of Bangladesh. Free trade vs. Protection. Comparative advantage theory.
Growth and Development: Economic development and economic growth, Measurement of economic
development, obstacles to economic development.
Money: Definition and functions of money, Importance of money in modem economy- Different
concepts of money (M1, M2, M3). Value of money. Concept, causes and effects of inflation and
deflation.
Government Revenue and Expenditure: Difference between public sector and private sector finance,
Different sources of Govt. revenues, taxation and different kinds of taxes. Definition of revenue budget,
development budget, revenue budget Vs. Development budget, surplus, deficit and balanced budget.
Books Recommended:
1
2
3
4
N. Gregory Mankiw
Michael Parkin
Karl Case and Ray Fair
Paul Samuelson and William Nordhaus
PaperCode
PaperTitle:
Any Late Edition. South Western College
Economics, McGraw Hill
Marks:50
212211
Bangladesh Agricultural Economics
Introduction: Definition of Agricultural Economics, need for a separate study.

Structure and Characteristics of Traditional Agriculture: Basic features of traditional agriculture,
development in traditional agriculture.
Contribution of Agriculture to Economic Development: Product contribution; factor contribution,
market contribution and their relative importance; Importance of agriculture for industrial
development.
Types of Farming: Commercial, cooperative and collective farming; share cropping, subsistence
farming Vs. Capitalist farming.
Agricultural Finance: Importance of agricultural credit, sources of agricultural credit, institutional
and non institutional; functions of rural money markets if the LDCs.
Land Reform: Definition, objectives of land reform, features of past and modern land reform,
difficulties of implementing land reform.
Marketing: Role of agricultural marketing, marketing functions and market structure, market
intelligence, imperfections of agricultural marketing in LDCs.
Role of Government: Rationale for government intervention in agriculture, protections of farmers
income, price support and input subsidy- a comparative study.
Books Recommended:
1
2
3
4
5
6
Ghatak and lngersent

Hill and Ingersent
Mellor
Southworth and Johnson
Barkat, Zaman & Raihan
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Paper Title:
Agriculture and Economic Development

Economic Analysis of Agriculture
Economics of Agricultural Development
Agricultural Development
Political Economy of Khas land
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Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60

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NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
First Year Syllabus

Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Four-Year B.Sc. (Honours) Course

National University
Subject: Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
FIRST YEAR
Paper Code
212901
212903
212904
213007
213008
213105
213106
211501
Paper Title
Biophysical and Bioorganic Chemistry
Introductory Biochemistry
Biochemistry Practical
Botany-I
Botany-I Practical
Zoology-I
Zoology-I Practical
History of the Emergence of Independent of
Bangladesh
Total =
Marks
100
100
100
100
50
100
Credits
4
4
4
4
2
4
50
100
2
4
700
28
Detailed Syllabus
Paper Code
Paper Title:
212901
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Biophysical and Bioorganic Chemistry
Part A: 50 marks
1.
Thermodynamics:
(a)
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
First law of thermodynamics: Introduction, definitions, nature of heat and work, PV

work, maximum work, first law of thermodynamics - internal energy, enthalpy, molar heat
capacities, isothermal and adiabatic expansion.
(b) Thermochemistry : Exothermic and endothermic reactions, standard enthalpy of
formation,
thermochemical equations, reaction enthalpy - dependence on temperature, bond energies.
(c) Second law of thermodynamics: Thermodynamics - reversibility and irreversibility,
spontaneous processes, entropy, thermodynamic efficiency and Carnots theorem,
statements of second law, entropy changes - phase transition, heating, irreversible
processes. Third law of thermodynamics. Free energy - variation with temperature and
pressure, Gibbs-Helmholtz
equation, applications of thermodynamics in biochemistry, biochemical relevance of
classical thermodynamics, open systems.
Chemical equilibrium :
The nature of chemical equilibrium, law of mass action, equilibrium constant, relationship
between G and Keq, effect of temperature and pressure, Le Chattelier principle, equilibrium
reaction involving protons, coupling of reactions. Applications in living systems.
Chemical Kinetics : Definition, reaction rate, rate laws, zero-, first- and second-order reactions,
molecularity of a reaction, pseudo first order reaction, half-life, determination of order and rate
constant, effect of temperature on reaction rates. Theories of reaction rates - the collision theory,
the activated complex theory. Catalysis : Definition, types, characteristics of catalysts, activation
energy and catalysis.
Acids and bases : Bronsted-Lowry concept, Lewis concept, strengths of acids, weak acids and
bases, pH, buffer solutions. Henderson-Hasselbalch equation, buffering against pH changes in
biological systems, maintaining the pH of blood, acid-base indicators, acid base titration, choice
of a suitable indicator.
Properties of liquids (brief treatment): Introduction the kinetic molecular description,
intermolecular forces in liquids, dielectric constant, surface tension, viscosity, diffusion, osmotic
pressure, phase rule, phase diagram of water, ionization of water, water as a reactant.
Spectrophotometry : Beer-Lambert law, standard curves, working principle of a
spectrophotometer.
Part B : 50 marks
1.
Physico-chemical parameters for biomolecules:

Inter and Intramolecular interaction: covalent, ionic bond, hybrid orbitals, polarity
of bonds, electronegativity, dipole, hydrogen bonding, dihydrogen bonding,
hydrophobic interactions, Van der waals interaction.
2.
Nature of bonding in organic molecules and in relation to biomolecules:

Delocalized chemical bonding-conjugation, cross conjugation, resonance,
hyperconjugation, bonding in fluorescences, tautomerism.
3.
Reaction intermediates:
Formation, structure, stability and reactions of Carbocation, Carbanions, free
radicals, Nitrenes, Carbenes, Benzynes.
4.
Alcohols, ethers, epoxides and di-ols: Occurrence, nomenclature, structure,

synthesis, physical and chemical properties and uses.
5.
Dienes: Structure and properties of 1, 3-butadiene, addition reactions,

polymerisation, Diels-Alder and other reactions of dienes.
6.
Aromaticity:
Structure of benzene, sources of aromatic hydrocarbons, industrially important
aromatic compounds, nomenclature of benzene derivatives, electrophilic and
nucleophilic aromatic substitution, chemistry of aromatic aliphatic compounds.
7.
Aldehydes and ketones:

Nomenclature, synthesis, nucleophilic addition, elimination reaction, oxidation and
reduction of carbonyl compounds, haloform reaction, enolisation in biological
system, -halocarbonyl compounds, aldol condensation, benzoin condensation,
Claisen condensation, crossed aldol and crossed Claisen condensation, perkin
condensation. Witting reaction, Reformatsky reaction, ,-unsaturated carbonyl
compounds
8.
Carboxylic acids and their derivatives: Nomenclature, synthesis, classification,

properties, reactions, uses, decarboxylation reactions, dicarboxylic acids, esters.
9.
Nitro-compounds and amines: Occurrence, nomenclature,

classification, properties, reactions, uses, diazonium compounds.
10.
Phenols: Occurrence, nomenclature, synthesis, properties and reactions, polyhydric

phenols.
Heterocyclic Compounds: reactions, classification and synthesis of heterocyclic
compounds with special reference to pyrroles, purines and pyrimidines.
11.
Books Recommended:
1) Essentials of Physical Chemistry
a. By : B.S. Bahl G.D. Tuli and A. Bahl
b. Publisher : S. Chand & Company Ltd.
2) Physical Chemistry with Application in Biological Systems
a. By : Ramond Chang
b. Publisher : Macmillan Publishers Co.
3) Text Book of Physical Chemistry
a. By : S. Glasstone
b. Publisher : D. Van Nostrand Company
4) Elements of Physical Chemistry
a. By. S. Glasstone and D. Lewis
b. Publisher : The Macmillan Press
5) Organic Chemistry
a. By : R.T. Morrison and R.N. Boyd
b. Publisher: Allyn and Bacon Inc.
synthesis,
a. By : I.L. Finar Vol. 1 and Vol. 2

b. Publisher : English Language Book
c. Society and Longman Group. Ltd.
a. By: H. Hart and R.d. Schuetz
b. Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Company
8) Contemporary Organic Chemistry
a. By: A. L. Ternay
b. Publisher: W.B. Sanders Company
9) Concepts In Modern Chemistry
a. By: P. Kavanah, J. Robbins and J. Oberkrieser
b. Publisher: Cambridge Book
Paper Code
Paper Title:
212903
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Introductory Biochemistry
1. History, scope and future of biochemistry

2. Concept of life and living process. The identifying characteristics of a living matter.
3. The cell and its evolution, from molecules to the first cell, from .prokaryotes to eukaryotes,
structure and function of sub-cellular organelles, their isolation and identification, brief
treatment of meiosis and mitosis.
4. Biomolecules:
Carbohydrates : Biological functions of carbohydrates, classification and
(i)
nomenclature, optical properties, ring structure of common monosaccharides, proof
of ring structure of glucose, mutarotation of glucose, general .properties and colour
test of reducing sugars, important derivatives of monosaccharides, sugar acids.
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)
Disaccharides: Maltose, lactose, sucrose and other disaccharides, isolation from

natural source, structure and biological importance.
Polysaccharides: Storage and structural polysaccharides, structures and functions of
starch, glycogen and cellulose, other polysaccharides of biological interests:
structure and their functions.
Lipids: nomenclature, classification, general reactions of fats, fatty acids, and
sterols, structure and biological functions of different classes of lipids, isolation of
cholesterol and .phospholipids from natural sources.
Amino acids and peptides: Structural features, optical activity, classification,
physio-chemical properties of amino acids and peptides.
Proteins: General introduction to .proteins, classification of proteins based on
biological functions, shape and structure, isolation, and purification, primary
structure of proteins, sequence determination of insulin, sequence homology of
homologous proteins, denaturation of proteins.
Fibrous proteins: Secondary structure of proteins, protein conformation, alphakeratins, X-ray analysis of keratin, planar peptide bonds, alpha-helix, helix forming
and destablizing amino acids, the insolubility of alpha-keratins, beta-keratins
conformation and structure, structures of collagen and elastin, filamentous proteins

actin, myosin and microtubules.
Globular proteins: Tertiary structures of proteins: distinctive tertiary structures of
myoglobin, and ribonuclease, renaturation of unfolded and denatured ribonuclease,
factors maintaining the tertiary structure of globular proteins, oxygen-binding curves
of haemoglobin and myoglobin, the cooperative binding of oxygen by haemoglobin,
factors contributing to oxygen saturation curve of hemoglobin, sickle-cell anaemia
and its relation to haemoglobin.
Protein purification and characterization : Dialysis and ultrafiltration, density
gradient centrifugation, gel filtration, isoelectric .precipitation, solvent fractionation,
salting-in and salting-out of proteins, electrophoresis, ion-exchange chromatography,
selective adsorption, affinity chromatography, minimum molecular weight
determination.
Books Recommended:
1. Lehninger Principle of Biochemistry
By: David L., Nelson and Michael M. Cox.
Publisher: W.H. Freeman and Company, New York
2. Biochemistry
By: Lubert Stryer
Publisher: W.H. Freeman and Company, New York
3. Biochemistry
By: Donald Voit and Juldith Voit
Publisher: John Wiliy & Sons.
4. Cell and Molecular Biology
By: Gerald Karp
Publisher: John Willy & Sons
Paper Code
Paper Title:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
Marks: 100
212904
Biochemistry Practical
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Use of analytical balance.

Preparation of standard solutions.
Standardisation of HCl.
Estimation of acetic acid content of vinegar.
Estimation of calcium by the permanganate method.
Estimation of iron content of Mohrs salt by the dichromate method..
Estimation of copper by iodometry.
Estimation of ascorbic acid content of biological samples.
Identification of organic compounds and colour tests for biomolecules.
Separation of amino acid mixture by paper chromatography,
Books Recommended :
1. Text Book of Organic Chemistry
By A.I. Vogel
Publisher : Allyn and Bacon Inc.
2. Test Book of Practical Inorganic Chemistry
By A.I. Vogel
Publisher : English Language Book Society and Liongman Group Ltd.
Paper Code
213007
Paper Title:
Botany-I
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours:60
1. Introduction: Origin and evolution of life; differences between plants and animals;
modern concepts of classification of living organisms.
2. Microbiology:
b) Virus: Physical and chemical nature of phage, plant and animal viruses, multiplication of HIV
virus and economic importance.
c)
d) Fungi: Habitat, characteristics, classification up to class (Alexopoulos), reproduction, importance,

life history of Saccharomyces.
e)
f)

3.
4.
5.
Bryophyta: Habitat, characteristics, classification up to classes and reproduction; life history of Riccia
and Anthoceros.
6.
Pteridophyta: Habitat, characteristics, classification up to classes, importance; life history of

Selaginella and Christella.
7.
8.
Angiosperms: Habitat, characteristics, ICBN, classification systems of plant kingdom. (Artificial,

natural & phylogenetic). Identifying characters and economic importance of the following families: (a)
Fabaceae, (b) Solanaceae and (c) Malvaceae and (d) Poaceae.
9.
Plant Pathology: Concept of diseases in plants, causes, diagnosis, classification and importance of
plant diseases, symtomatology and control measures; forecasting of plant diseases.
Causal organisms, symptoms and control measures of brown spot of rice, stem rot of jute, citrus
canker and tungro disease of rice.
10.
Economic Botany: Local and scientific names, parts used and importance of at least 8 prominent
plants of each of the following groups: (a) Food, (b) medicine, (c) timber, (d) fibre, (e) oil and (f)
vegetables. Cultivation and processing of tea and rubber.
Books Recommended:
2. Bold, H.C. and
M.J. Wynne. 1978
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:

London.

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:

Inc. New York.

India.


8. Hill,F.A. 1972.
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Paper Code
213008
Paper Title:
Botany-I Practical
1.
Credits: 2
Class Hours:30
10
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2.
Marks: 50
: S a c c n a r o my c e s a n d A c c o b o i u s
Bryophyte
Pteridophyte
G y m n o sp e r m s
: Cycas
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4.
5.
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8.
6.
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Books Recommended:
1. Agrios, G.N 1997
: Plant Pathology (4th ed.). Academic Press, London.
3. Devlin, M.R. and H.F. Witham.1986 : Plant Physiology (4th ed.). CBS Publishers and
4. Esau,K.1953

Press.

London.
7. Kumar, H.D. 1995

York.

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Paper Code
Paper Title:
213105
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Zoology-I

Introduction to Zoology: Definition and scope of zoology. Foundation of animal life: Level of organization
(protoplasmic, cellular, tissue, organ, organ system, organism, species, individual, population, community,
fauna, biota, ecosystem, biosphere, biodiversity. Cells: Cell and cell theory, structure and functions of cell
organelles. Gametogenesis: Spermatogenesis and oogenesis; placentation. Classification of animals: Animal
kingdoms; classification up to phyla on the basis of organization, symmetry, coelom and phylogeny; different
taxa and Linnean hierarchy and nomenclature.
Protozoa and non-chordates: General characteristics of the following protozoa and non-chordates phyla
with examples Apicomplexa, Ciliophora, Porifera, Cnidaria, Ctenophora, Platyhelminthes, Gastrotricha,
Nematomorpha, Rotifera, Acanthocephala, Kinorhyncha, Loricifera, Priapulida, Supuncula, Pogonophora,
Tardigrada, Onychophora, Phoronida, Brachiopoda, Bryozoa/Ectoprocta, General and diagnostic
characteristics of the following phyla with examples Sarcomastigophora, Annelida, Arthropoda and
Mollusca.
Type study of the following with their systematic position, habitats, external morphology, organ systems
such as digestion, movement, circulation, respiration, excretion, nervous, and reproduction; food and feeding
habits, mode of life and development
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
j.

Human Physiology: Outline of the physiology of digestion, blood circulation, respiration, excretion and
reproduction; endocrine glands and their functions; vitamins and vitamin deficiency diseases.
Applied Zoology: Introduction to the major fields of applied zoology: Entomology, Fisheries Biology,
Wildlife Biology, and Parasitology. Agricultural pests: Major pests of rice, jute, sugarcane and stored grains.
Integrated fish farming: Types, poultry, livestock and paddy-cum-fish culture. Poultry farming: System of
poultry farming, diseases of poultry and their control, economic importance of poultry and their impacts on
socio-economic condition of Bangladesh.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
213106
Marks: 50
Credits: 2
Class Hours: 30
Zoology Practical -I

a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
2. Study of permanent slides: Whole mount, body parts and various cells and invertebrate
tissues (at least 10 slides to be studied)
Whole animals representatives of protozoans, rotifers and arthropods.
Parasites nematodes and platyhelminths.
4. External morphology and dissection of various organ systems of earthworm,
cockroach, prawn, Pila and Lam ellidens.
a. Digestive system of prawn, Pila and Lamellidens.
c.Nervous system of cockroach, grasshopper, prawn, Pila and Lamellidens.
5.
a.
b.
c.
Temporary mounting
Brain of earthworm.
Salivary gland of cockroach.
Statocyst of prawn.
6.
Study of appendages of prawn.
7.
Animal physiology
a.
b.
Estimation of blood pressure and pulse rate.

Determination of blood group.
8.
Class records.

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

a.
Invertebrate specimens (4 items) 2 4 = 8 marks.
b.
Whole mount slides (mouth parts, parasites, larvae) (2 items) 2 2 = 4 marks.
c.
Histological slides (2 items) 2 2 = 4 marks.
marks.
Class records = 10 marks.
Books Recommended:
1.
2.
L.S. Dillon. 1976. Animal Variety: An Evolutionary Account: Wm C. brown Company

Publishers, Dubuque, Iwoa.
3.
4.
E.E. Ruppert and R.D. Barnes. 1994. Invertebrate Zoology (6th edition). Saunders College
Publishing-harcourt Brace College Publishers, New York, London
5.
C.P. Hickman. Integrated Principles of Zoology, C.V. Morsby Co. Inc., New York A.J. Marshal
and W.D. Williams. Text Book of Zoollogy Invertebrates, (edited the 7th edition of Text Book of
Zoology, Vol. I,T.J. Parker and W.A. Haswell)
6.
7.
8.
9.


11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.

V.G. Jingran and R.S.V. Pull in 1985. A Hatchery Manual for the Common, Chinese and Indian
Major Carps. ADB/ICLARM
Paper Code
Paper Title:
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
211501

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First Year Syllabus

Department of Sociology
FourYearB.S.S.(Honours)Course
EffectivefromtheSession:20132014
NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Syllabus for Four Year B.S.S. Honours Course
Subject: Sociology
Session: 2013-2014
FIRST YEAR
PaperCode
212001
212003
212005
212007
211501
211909
212209
PaperTitle
IntroductorySociology
SocialHistory&WorldCivilization
PoliticalSociology
SocialProblems
or
Marks
Credits
100
100
100
100
100
100
4
4
4
4
4
4
600
24
PrinciplesofEconomics
Total=
Detailed Syllabus
PaperCode
PaperTitle:
Marks:100
212001
Introductory Sociology
1. Introducing Sociology: Definition, nature and scope of sociology, relationship with other social
sciences. Development of Sociology: Contributions of Auguste Comte, Herbert Spencer, Emile
Durkheim, Max Weber, Karl Marx
2. Methods and Measures in Sociology: Scientific method, experiment, survey, participant
observation, participatory techniques and historical sociology
3. Culture, Beliefs and Values: Norms, sanctions, symbols, language, subculture, counter-culture,
hegemony and resistance
4. Social Interaction and Social Structure: Socialization - agencies of socialization, socialization
and life cycle. Social interaction, exchange, status, role, group, types of group
5. Social Institutions: Definition, nature and role of institutions, family and marriage, economic
institution, political institutions, education, bureaucracy, property
6. Social Stratification and Mobility: Meaning of stratification, slavery, caste, class, role and
status, age, gender; theories of stratification-- Marx, Weber, Davis and Moore; social mobility factors affecting mobility
7. Deviance and Social Control: Definition of deviance, theories of deviance; crime and justice
system, agencies of social control
8. Social Problems of Bangladesh: Poverty, unemployment, prostitution, HIV/AIDS, population
problem, corruption, disaster, violence against women, child trafficking and pornography
9. Social Change: Factors of social change, theories of social change: functionalism, conflict,
modernization, dependency, world system and globalization
Books Recommended:
1. R. T. Schaefer (2009)
Sociology
2. Giddens
Sociology
3. Smelser
Sociology
4. Stewart & Glynn
Introduction to Sociology
5. David Jary and Julia Jary
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212003
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Social History & World Civilization
1. Introduction: Definition, scope and recent trends in social history, relations with history and
historical sociology
2. Culture of Prehistoric Age (Stone Age): (a) The Eolithic Age (b) The Neolithic Age
3. Types of societies:
Marxist viewclassifying societies on the basis of type of control over economic resources
Lenskis viewclassifying societies by their main means of subsistence
4. Civilization: Definition of Civilization. Different theories regarding its rise, growth and downfall
5. Birth of civilization: Indus valley civilization, Babylonian civilization, Egyptian civilization,
Chinese civilization, Aztec civilization
6. Rise and fall of Greek and Roman civilizations.
7. Political and Social Structure of Feudalism in the Middle Ages: the manorial system, cities in
the middle ages, economy, conflict between the pope and the emperor; education, origin and
growth of the universities, philosophy, renaissance
8. Advent of Capitalism and Industrial Society: Historical forces relating to the growth of
capitalism; capitalism and rapid social change; capitalism, gender relations and inequality
9. Social history of the emergence of Bangladesh: Political, cultural and economic background;
six point movement, mass upsurge in 1969 and the freedom struggle of Bangladesh
Books Recommended:
1. Burns and Ralph, World Civilization (Abridged edition)
2. Gordon Childe, What Happened in History
3. James Edgar Swain, A History of World Civilization
4. Clive Bell, Civilization
5. Joseph Reither, World History at a Glance
6. T. W. Wallbank and M. A. Taylor, Civilization, Past and present. (vol.1)
7. Thompson, History of the Middle Ages. (Vols. 2)
8. Adams, Civilization during the Middle Ages
9. Thompson & Jonnson, Introduction to the Middle Ages
10. Oman, The Dark Age
11. Tout, The Empire and the Papacy
12. Lodge, Close of the Middle Ages
13. Edward M. Burns, Robert E. Lerner & Staudish Meacham, Western Civilization, 10th Edition
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Marks:100
Political Sociology
1. Definition, Nature, Scope and Importance of Political Sociology:

Its relationship with other branches of social sciences
Approaches to sociological analysis of political issues
2.
Major Concepts of Political Sociology

Political Culture, political socialization, political communication
Political polarization, political modernization, political mobility & political development
Political movement, political ideology, political behaviour
3. Theories Regarding the Origin of State

Anthropological theories: Morgan, Lowie, Maine
Development of sociological theories of the state: Engels
Pluralistic theory of the state
4.
Relations of the State with Other Institutions & Organization

State and family
State and property
State and law
State and religion
State and education
State and government
5.
Sociology of the Modern State

Representation and electoral system, political parties and social classes
Political parties and pressure groups
Leadership and Elites: civil, military and party bureaucracy
6.
Sociology of Movements : conservatism, liberalism, fascism, populism, socialism and

communism
7. Gender, Race and the State
Gender politics in developing societies
States policy on minority, gender and development
8. Class, Power and the State

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Relationship between class and state

Nexus of class, power and state
9. Civil Society, Power and the State

Civil societys influence over power
Nature of civil society in developing societies
10. Democracy and State
Nature of democracy in developing societies
Challenges to democracy in developing societies
Books Recommended:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Bottomore
Jangam
Rangalal Sen
Sharma & Ashraf
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Political Sociology
Political Elites in Bangladesh
Political Sociology
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Marks:100
Social Problems
1. The Sociology of Social Problems
Nature of social problems

Sociological approaches
Theoretical perspective on social problems
Research on social problems in developing countries
2. Population and Environment

Nature and the scope of the problem
Population growth in developing countries
Malthusian trap
3. Urbanization
Definition of urbanization and urbanism
Process of urbanization in developing societies and social formation
Nexus among over-urbanization, growth of slum and poverty
4. Culture in the Age of Globalization
Diffusion of culture and cultural globalization
Impact of cultural imperialism in developing countries
Threat and challenges to indigenous and local culture in developing countries
5. Social Inequality
Nature and scope of the problem
6
Dimensions of social inequality: Class, gender, age, minority group, lower class and
economic vulnerability
Social inequalities in developed and developing countries
6. Health and Illness

Nature & scope of the problem
Urbanizations, acute, chronic and life style diseases
Social, environmental and behavioural factors affecting health
Communicable and behavioural diseases: STD, HIV/AIDS, TB, Hep-B etc.
7. Institutional Problems
The educational system
The workplace
The family
The health care system.
8. Crime, Delinquency and Deviance
Drugs, alcoholism and crime
Peer group pressure, deviance and crime
9. Prostitution, Pornography and the Sex Trade
Sex trade and collapse of social control and morality
Prostitution, pornography, social stigma and discrimination
10. Natural Disaster and Environmental Problems
Climatic variability and its impact on society
Natural disaster and social crisis in developing societies
Books Recommended:
1. Mecheal Mckee & Lan Robertson, 1980. Social Problems
2. Merton and R.A. Nisbet (eds.), 1971. Contemporary Social Problems. New York: Harcourt
PaperCode
PaperTitle:
211501
Marks:100

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17. HarunorRoshid,TheForeshadowingofBangladesh:BengalMuslimLeagueandMuslimPolitics,
19061947,TheUniversityPressLimited,Dhaka2012.
18. Rounaq Jahan, Pakistan: Failure in National Integration, The University Press Limited, Dhaka
1977.
19. Talukder Maniruzzaman, Radical Politics and the Emergence of Bangladesh, Mowla, Brothers,
Dhaka2003.
PaperCode
PaperTitle:
211909
Marks:100
PoliticalScience:Meaning,Nature,Scope,Methods,RelationstootherSocialSciences,Importance
11
State:Definition,Elements,StateandGovernment,StateandIndividual,StateandSociety,
Theoriesoftheoriginofthestate.
Fundamentalconcepts:Sovereignty,Law,Liberty,Equality,RightsandDuties,Nation,
Nationalism,Internationalism.
ConceptsofPoliticalSociology:Politicalculture,elitetheory,MaxWeberandBureaucracy
PoliticalThinkers:Plato,Aristotle,St.Augustine,St.ThomasAquinas,Machiavelli,Hobbes,
LockeandRousseau.
BooksRecommended:
1.
R.G.Gettell
: PoliticalScience
2.
J.W.Garner
: PoliticalScienceandGovernment
3.
R.M.MacIver
: TheModernState
4.
G.H.Sabine
: AHistoryofPoliticalTheory
5.
WilliamEbenstein
: GreatPoliticalThinkersPlatotothePresent
6.
H.G.Laski
: AGrammarofPolitics
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PaperTitle:
212209
Marks:100
PrinciplesofEconomics
1.
Fundamentals of Economics: Definition, Nature and Scope of Economics, Scarcity of Resources, Various
forms of Economic Organization, Three Fundamental Problems of Economics, Production Possibility
Frontier,OpportunityCost,EfficiencyandEquity.
2.
Supply and Demand: Demand and Quantity Demanded, Demand Schedule, Demand Curve, Supply and
QuantitySupplied,SupplySchedule,SupplyCurve,EquilibriumofSupplyandDemand,Movementalongthe
SupplyandDemandCurveandShiftofSupplyandDemandCurveandItsEffectsonEquilibriumPriceand
Quantity.ElasticityofSupplyandDemand;DeterminantsofElasticityofDemand.
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3.
TheTheoryofConsumerBehavior:TotalandMarginalUtility;LawofDiminishngMarginalUtility,Equi
MarginalUtility;ConsumerSurplus.
4.
ProductionandCost:ProductionFunctionandTechnology;ProductionwithOneVariableInput;Production
withTwoVariableInputs;ReturnstoScale;CostsintheShortrun;CostsintheLongrun.
5.
MarketAnalysis:
A. PerfectCompetition:CharacteristicsofPerfectCompetition;AverageandMarginalRevenue;Individual
and Market Supply; Shortrun equilibrium of a competitive firm Long run Equilibrium under Perfect
Competition.
B. Monopoly:AverageandMarginalRevenue;SupplyCurveoftheMonopolist;Perfect
6. Overview of Macro Economics: Objective and Instruments of Macroeconomics, National Income

Accounting,GrossDomesticProduct,ProblemofDoubleCounting,NetDomesticProduct,GrossNational
Product,FromGDPtoDisposableIncome,NetEconomicWelfare(NEW).
7. InternationalTrade:DomesticVs.InternationalTradeBalanceofTradeVs.BalanceofPaymentTrendof
ChangesinInternationalTradeofBangladesh.FreeTradeVs.Protection,ComparativeAdvantageTheory.
8. GrowthandDevelopment:EconomicDevelopmentandEconomicGrowth,MeasurementofEconomic
Development,ObstaclestoEconomicDevelopment.
9. Money:DefinitionandFunctionsofMoneyImportanceofMoneyinModernEconomyDifferentConcepts
ofMoney(M1,M2,M3)ValueofMoney.Concept,CausesandEffectsofInflationandDeflation.
10. Government Revenue and Expenditure: Difference between Public Sector and Private Sector finance,
DifferentSourcesofGovt.Revenues,TaxationandDifferentKindsofTaxes,DefinitionofRevenueBudget,
DevelopmentBudget,RevenueBudgetVs.DevelopmentBudget,Surplus,DeficitandBalancedBudget.
BooksRecommended:
1.
N.GregoryMankiw.PrinciplesofEconomics.AnyLateEdition.SouthWesternCollege.
2.
MichaelParkin.Economics.AnyLateEdition.PrenticeandHall.
3.
KarlCaseandRayFair.PrinciplesofEconomics.AnyLateEdition.PrenticeandHall.
4.
PaulSamuelsonandWilliamNordhaus.Economics.AnyLateEdition.McGrawHill.
13
NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
First Year Syllabus

Department of Economics
Four-Year B.S.S. (Honours) Course

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Subject: Economics
Session: 2013-2014
FIRST YEAR
Paper Code
Paper Title
212201
212203
Basic Microeconomics
Basic Macroeconomics
Basic Mathematics
Basic Statistics
or
Total =
212205
212207
211501
212009
212111
Marks
100
100
100
100
100
100
Credits
4
4
4
4
4
4
600
24
Detailed Syllabus
Paper Code
Paper Title:
Marks: 100
Basic Microeconomics
212201
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Paper Objectives and Outcomes:

The objective of this Paper is to provide an understanding of the basic concepts of
microeconomics. The main focus of the Paper is to provide an introduction to the economic
principles behind the determination of demand, supply and production functions and on how
equilibrium price and quantity are reached in selected markets.
Paper Contents:
1. Introduction: Definition, Nature and Scope of Economics; The Economic Problem: Scarcity
and Choice of Economics- Scarcity, Choice, Opportunity Cost, Comparative Advantage and
Gains from Trade, Economic Systems; Microeconomics vs. Macroeconomics; Positive and
Normative Economics.
2. Demand and Supply: The Circular Flow of the Market; Demand & Supply and their
Determinants; the Law of Demand and the Law of Supply; Movement and Shifts of Demand
and Supply Functions; Market Equilibrium and Changes in Market Equilibrium- Excess Demand
and Excess Supply; Consumers and Producers Surplus; Government Intervention in the
Market.
3. Elasticity of Supply and Demand: Concepts and Measurements of Various Elasticities of
Demand and Supply.
4. Utility Analysis: Total and Marginal Utility; Law of Diminishing Marginal Utility; EquiMarginal Principle; Derivation of Demand Curves; Indifference curve, budget constraint,
Optimizing behavior- consumers equilibrium.
5. Theory of Production: Production Function and the Technology of Production; Production
with One Variable Input- Average and Marginal Products, Average and Marginal Product of
Labor, The Law of Diminishing Marginal Returns; Production with Two Variable
Inputs- Isoquants; Returns to Scale.
6. Theory of Cost: Accounting, Economic, Opportunity and Sunk Costs; Short-Run Total and
Per-Unit Costs Curves; Costs in the Long-Run; Long-Run vs Short-Run Costs.
7. Perfect Competition: Assumptions and Implications of Perfect Competition; Profit
Maximization- Demand, Average and Marginal Revenue; Profit Maximization in the Short RunAccounting and Operating Profits and Losses, Shut Down Point; Short-Run Supply
Curve of the Firm and the Industry; Long-Run Competitive Equilibrium
8. Monopoly: Demand, Average and Marginal Revenue; Monopolists Output Decision and
Supply Curve; Monopoly Power; Perfect Competition and Monopoly Compared.
Books Recomended
1. Mankiw, N. Gregory. Principles of Microeconomics. Any Late Edition. South Western
College.
2. Michael Parkin. Microeconomics. Any Late Edition. Prentice and Hall.
3. Karl Case and Ray Fair. Principles of Microeconomics. Any Late Edition. Prentice and Hall.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
Marks: 100
Basic Macroeconomics
212203
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60

Macroeconomics studies the behavior of the main aggregates of the economy. The objective of
this Paper is to teach macroeconomic analysis techniques, presenting models that help explain
how the economy works.
Paper Contents:
1. Introduction: Objectives and Instruments of Macroeconomics; Fundamental Concepts of
Macroeconomics; Macroeconomic Measures: Output, Price and Employment; Potential
GDP/GNP, GNP Gap; Business Cycles; Budget Deficit and International Deficit; Aggregate
Demand and Aggregate Supply.
2. National Income Accounting: Circular Flow of Income; Injections and Leakages; Various
Concepts of National Income: Gross National Product (GNP), Gross Domestic Product (GDP),
Net National Income (NNP), Methods and problems of computing National Income: The
Expenditure Approach, The Output Approach, The Value Added Approach, The Income
Approach; Limitations of National Income accounting; GDP at Market Price and Constant Price;
The CPI and the GDP Deflator; Basic Keynesian Income Determination Model.
3. Consumption and Saving Function: Consumption and Consumption Function; Definition of
Autonomous Consumption and Induced Consumption; Average Propensity to Consume (APC),
Marginal Propensity to Consume (MPC); Saving and Saving Function; Average Propensity to
Save (APS), Marginal Propensity to Save (MPS).
4. Investment Function: Determinants of Investment; MEC, MEI, Present Value Criteria;
Autonomous Investment and Induced Investment.
5. Inflation: Definition, Causes and Examples of Inflation: Demand-pull, Supply-push,
Hyperinflation; Costs of Inflation.
6. Money and Monetary Policy: Meaning and Functions of Money; Different Types of Money
(M1, M2, M3); Credit Creation of Banks; The Money Multiplier; Value of Money, Fishers
Quantity theory of money; Central Bank and Commercial Bank; Monetary Policy and
Instruments: Expansionary and Contractionary Monetary Policy Using Open Market Operation
and Reserve Requirement.
7. Employment: Employment: Definition and Measurement; Unemployment: Definition,
Measurement and Types of Unemployment; Relationship between Inflation and Unemployment
using Basic Phillips Curve.
Books Recommended:
1. Mankiw, N. Gregory. Principles of Macroeconomics. Any Late Edition. South Western
College.
2. Michael Parkin. Macroeconomics. Any Late Edition. Prentice and Hall.

3. Karl Case and Ray Fair. Principles of Macroeconomics. Any Late Edition. Prentice and Hall.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
212205
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Basic Mathematics

This Paper focuses on the development of understanding of basic concepts and principles of
mathematics used in the area of business and economics. The Paper gives ideas of calculus to
solve business and economics problems.
Paper Contents:
1. Review of Some Core Concepts: Nature of mathematical economics; Real Number System;
Even, Odd, Prime, Composite Numbers; Fractions; Exponents; Variables, Constants and
Parameters; Importance of Model Building, etc.
2. Concepts of Sets: Some Basic Definitions- Set, Elements, Finite, Infinite, Null, Unique,
Equal, Equivalence, Subset, Comparability, Disjoint, Power, Family and Universal Sets; Venn
Diagrams; Representation of Set-Basic Operation; Union, Difference and Intersection; De
Morgans Law; Idempotent Law, Identity Law; Partition of Set.
3. Elementary Static Analysis: Meaning of Equilibrium; Partial Equilibrium in Markets;
National Income Analysis and its Solution.
4. Function, Limit and Continuity: Concept of function, classification and type, and their
diagrammatic representation, graphs of the function, slope, intercept, graph of linear function,
quadratic, cubic function, inverse function, and two variable function; Limit of a function,
continuity of a function, exponential function, Rules for Logarithms; Common Logarithms;
Calculation of Logarithm of a Number; Natural Logarithm.
5. Equation System: Solution of Equations; Simultaneous Equation System; Solution of
Simultaneous Equation Systems with Specific Applications to Economic Problems; Inequalities.
6. Geometry: Cartesian Co-ordinate System; Distance between Two Points, Straight Line;
Application of Linear Equations.
7. Elementary Differential Calculus: Derivative, slope of a curvilinear function, differentiation,
higher order derivatives, concavity, convexity, curve sketching, inflection point, total derivative,
partial derivative, total differential, partial differential , implicit and inverse function rule,
differentiation of logarithmic and exponential function.
8. Optimization: Optimum value and extreme value, relative extremum values, first order and
second order derivatives tests, optimization of multivariable function.
Books Recommended
1. Alpha Chiang. Fundamental Methods of Mathematical Economics. Fourth Edition. McGraw
Hill.
2. Edward Dowling. Schaums Outline to Mathematical Economics. Third Edition. McGraw
Hill.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
212207
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Basic Statistics

This Paper introduces the use of statistical methods and tools in evaluating data for business and
economics decision making. The Paper is designed to explain statistical techniques to decisionmaking situations & how to interpret the results. Throughout the learning session the students
will be able to apply statistical techniques with the help of business and economics data.
Paper Contents:
1. Introduction to Statistics: Population and Sample; Discrete and Continuous Variables;
Random Variables; Statistical Methods; Scope, Importance, and Limitations of Statistics.
2. Collection and Presentation of Data: Data Sources; Methods of Collecting Data; Designing
a Questionnaire; Types and Principles of Classification; Tabulation of Data; Arranging Data
Using the Data Array and the Frequency Distribution; Construction of a Frequency Distribution;
Graphical Representation of Quantitative and Qualitative Data (Histogram, Ogive, Pie-chart, Bar
Diagram and Frequency Polygon etc.).
3. Measures of Central Tendency: Computation, Application, Advantages and Disadvantages
of Different Measures of Central Tendency; Arithmetic Mean, Geometric Mean, Harmonic
Mean, Median, Mode; Relationship between Mean, Median and Mode.
4. Measures of Dispersion: Definition, Importance and Computation, Application of Different
Measures of Dispersion (Absolute and Relative)-Range, Quartiles, Percentiles, Inter-Quartile
Range, Mean Deviation, Standard Deviation, Variance, and Coefficient of Variation, Properties
of Standard Deviation.
5. Moments, Skewness, and Kurtosis: Concepts and Measures of Skewness, Moments and
Kurtosis; Moments of Group Data; Population Moment.
6. Correlation and Regression Analysis: Types of Correlation-Coefficient of Correlation;
Limitations of Correlation; Measures of Correlation; Relationship between Correlation and
Regression; Definition of Regression; Scatter Diagram; Method of Least Square; Estimating with
Regression Line.
7. Index Number: Index Number and Three Index Numbers-Price, Quantity and Value
Indices; Methods of Constructing Index Numbers-Unweighted Aggregates Index, Weighted
Aggregates Index; Shifting Bases of Index Numbers; Issues in Constructing an Index Number.
Books Recommended:
1. Prem Mann. Introductory Statistics. Any Late Edition. Wiley
2. Murray Spiegel and Larry Stephens. Schaums Outline of Statistics. Any Late Edition.
McGraw Hill.
3. Paul Newbold, William Carlson and Betty Thorne. Statistics for Business and Economics.
Any Late Edition. Prentice Hall.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
211501
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60

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Paper Title:
Marks: 100
212009
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60

8. Types of societies: Marxist view on classifying societies on the basis of type of
control over economic resources and Lenskis view on classifying societies by
their main means of subsistence.
Reference
Giddens Sociology
Paper Code
Paper Title:
Marks: 100
212111
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
1. Social Work: Meaning, Characteristics, Scope and Importance Relationship of

Social Work with other Sciences- Sociology, Economics, Psychology and Political
Science.
Begum Rokeya.
Methods in
Books Recommended:
Delhi-1967.
NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
First Year Syllabus

DepartmentofPoliticalScience
FourYearB.S.S.(Honours)Course
NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Subject: Political Science
Session: 2013-2014
FIRST YEAR
Paper Code
Paper Title
211901
211903
211905
211907
211501
Political Institutions and Organizations

Western Political Thought
Major Foreign Governments: UK, USA & France
Introduction to Public Administration
212009
212111
212209
or
or
Total =
Marks
100
100
100
100
100
100
Credits
4
4
4
4
4
4
600
24
Detailed Syllabus
Paper Code 211901
Paper Title:
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Political Institutions and Organizations
Class Hours: 60
Paper Content:
A. State and Society, State and Government, Theories of the Origin of State.
B. Fundamental Concepts: Sovereignty, Law, Liberty, Rights, Nation, Nationalism, and
Internationalism.
C. Constitution: Definition, Necessity, Methods of Establishing Constitution, Characteristics of a
Good Constitution, Constitutionalism and Constitutional Government
D. Forms of Government: Democracy and Dictatorship, Parliamentary and Presidential, and Unitary
and Federal.
E. Organs of State: Legislature - Its Importance and Functions, Unicameral and Bi-cameral
Legislature, Decline of the Power of the Legislature; Executive Its Importance and Functions,
Growing Power of the Executive, Cabinet Dictatorship; Judiciary Its Importance and Functions,
Independence of Judiciary, Judicial Review and Separation of Powers
F. Representation: Proportional and Majoritarian Representation, and Consociotionalism
G. Political Parties, Bureaucracy and Pressure Groups: Bi-party and Multiparty System, Coalition
Politics, Role of Bureaucracy, Functions of Pressure Groups, Political Parties and Pressure
Groups, Bureaucracy and Pressure Groups
H. Public Opinion: Its Meaning, and Significance
I. State and Civil Society
Selected Readings:
Alan R Ball and B Guy Peters, Modern Politics & Government, New York, Seven Bridges Press, 2000
Arend Lijphart, Democracy in Plural Societies: A Comparative Exploration, New Haven, Yale University Press,
1977
Arend Lijphart, Thinking about Democracy: Power Sharing and Majority Rule in Theory and Practice, Abingdon,
Routledge, 2008
Harold J. Laski, A Grammar of Politics, New York, HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, 5th edition, 1967
James G. March and Johan P. Olsen, Rediscovering Institutions: The Organizational Basis of Politics, New York,
Free Press, 1989
James Q. Wilson, Political Organizations, Princeton, Princeton University Press, 1995
Josep M. Colomer, Political Institutions, Oxford, Oxford University Press, 2003
Kenneth Clinton Wheare, Modern Constitutions, Oxford, Oxford University Press, 1951
Robert Morrison MacIver, The Web of Government, London, Macmillan, 1947
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Paper Title:
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Western Political Thought
Class Hours: 60
Paper Content:
A. Ancient Period: Greek Society and Institutions; slavery and Greek Political Thought-Socrates,
Plato and Aristotle; Four Schools of Thought: Sophists, Epicureanism, Cynicism and Stoicism;
Roman Contributions to Political Thought: Polybius, Cicero and Seneca
B. Medieval Period: Social Structure and Political Thought; Feudalism and General Features;
Church vs. State; St. Augustine, St. Thomas Aquinas, Dante, Marsilio of Padua
C. Modern Period: Socio-economic Background of Modern Political Thought-Renaissance and
Reformation; Rise of Modern Nation State-Machiavelli and Hobbes; Industrial Capitalism and
Growth of Modern Bourgeoisie; John Locke, Montesquieu and Rousseau
Selected Readings:
Bertrand Russell, A History of Western Philosophy, London, Routledge, 1995
Ernest Barker, Greek Political Theory, London, Methuen, 1967
Ernest Barker, Political Thought of Plato and Aristotle, New York, Free Press, 1959
George H. Sabine, A History of Political Theory, New York, Henry Holt, 1950
Raymond G. Gettell, History of Political Thought, New York, Appleton-Century, 1968
W. A. Dunning, A History of Political Theories: Ancient and Medieval, New York, Macmillan, 1902
William Ebenstein, Great Political Thinkers: Plato to the Present, New Delhi, Oxford and IBH Publication,
1951
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Paper Code 211905

Paper Title:
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Major Foreign Governments: UK, USA and

France
Paper Content:
Class Hours: 60
A. UK: Nature and Basic Features of the British Constitution; Role of Conventions; Monarchy- Its
Functions and Prerogatives; Parliament- House of Commons and House of Lords, and their
Composition and Functions; Ministry and the Cabinet; Prime Minister and the Cabinet; Judicial,
Electoral and Party System in UK
B. USA: Nature and Basic Features of the American Constitution; Federalism and Federal
Centralization, Separation of Powers; Checks and Balances; Presidency- Powers and Leadership
Role; Congress- Composition, Powers and Functions of
Senate and the House of
Representatives; Role of Congressional Committees; Judiciary: Supreme Court and Judicial
Review; Electoral and Party System in USA
C. France: Nature and Basic Features of the French Constitution; The 5 th Republic; Presidency,
Prime Minister and the Cabinet; Parliament; the Party System, Relations between the President,
Cabinet and Legislature; Electoral and Party System in France
Selected Readings:
Anthony King, The British Constitution, Oxford, Oxford University Press, 2009
David McKay, American Politics and Society, New York, Wiley-Blackwell; 8th Edition, 2013
Keith E. Whittington, Political Foundations of Judicial Supremacy: The Presidency, the Supreme Court, and
Constitutional Leadership in U.S. History, Princeton, Princeton University Press, 2009
Shofie Boyron, The Constitution of France: A Contextual Analysis, London, Hart Publishing, 2012
Thomas Jefferson, The Constitution of the United States of America, with the Bill of Rights and all of the Amendments;
The Declaration of Independence; and the Articles of Confederation, New York, CreateSpace Independent
Publishing Platform, 2013
Vernon Bogdanor, The New British Constitution, London, Hart Publishing, 2009
Walter Bagehot and Miles Taylor, The English Constitution, Oxford, Oxford University Press, 2009
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Paper Code 211907

Paper Title:
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Introduction to Public Administration
Class Hours: 60
Paper Content
A. Public Administration: Meaning, Nature, Scope and Significance; Public and Private
Administration; Approaches to the Study of Public Administration, Recent Trends in Public
Administration
B. Principles of Administration and Organization: Formal and Informal Organization, Hierarchy,
Span of Control, Delegation, Generalist and Specialists, Power and Authority, Centralization and
Decentralization, Coordination and Control, Decision Making, Leadership and Communication
C. Bureaucracy: Various Concepts of Bureaucracy; Max Webers Ideal Type of Bureaucracy;
Characteristics and Dysfunctions of Bureaucracy; Bureaucracy in Developing Countries
D. Development Administration: Meaning and Scope
Selected Readings
Jay M. Shafritz Jr. and Albert C. Hyde, Classics of Public Administration, New York, Wadsworth Publishing
Company, 2008
Jay M. Shafritz Jr., E.W. Russell, Christopher P. Borick, Introducing Public Administration, New York,
Pearson Longman, 2008
Joseph La Palombara (ed.), Bureaucracy and Political Development, Princeton, Princeton University Press, 1971
Leonard D. White, Introduction to the Study of Public Administration, London, Macmillan, 1955
Mohit Bhattacharya, New Horizons of Public Administration, New Delhi, Jawahar Publishers & Distributors,
2008
Richard J. Stillman II, Public Administration: Concepts and Cases, London, Cengage Learning, 2009
W. F. Willoughby, Principles of Public Administration, Washington, The Brookings Institution, 1927
Md. Mohabbat Khan, Bureaucratic Self Preservation, Dacca: University of Dacca, 1980.
Mohammad Mohabbat Khan, and John P. Thorp Bangladesh: Society, Politics and Bureaucracy,
Dhaka: Center for Administrative Studies, 1984
Syed Giasuddin Ahmed, Bangladesh Public Service Commission, Dhaka: University of Dhaka,
1990.
Syed Giasuddin Ahmed, Public Personnel Administration in Bangladesh, Dhaka: University of
Dhaka, 1986.
HabibZafarullahandMohammadMohabbatKhan,TheBureaucraticAscendancy:PublicAdministration
inBangladesh,AHDevelopmentPublishingHouse,Dhaka:2005.
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Paper Code
Paper Title:
211501
Marks: 100
Credits: 4

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Paper Title:
Marks: 100
212009
Credits: 4

10
Class Hours: 60

8. Types of societies: Marxist view on classifying societies on the basis of type of
control over economic resources and Lenskis view on classifying societies by
their main means of subsistence.
& justice system, agencies of social control.
Reference
Giddens Sociology
Paper Code
Paper Title:
Marks: 100
212111
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
1. Social Work: Meaning, Characteristics, Scope and Importance Relationship of

Social Work with other Sciences- Sociology, Economics, Psychology and Political
Science.
Begum Rokeya.
11

Methods in
Books Recommended:
Delhi-1967.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
Marks: 100
211509
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60

Fundamental Problems of Economics, Production Possibility Frontier, Opportunity
Cost, Efficiency and Equity.
Curve and Shift of Supply and Demand Curve and Its Effects on Equilibrium Price
and Quantity. Elasticity of Supply and Demand; Determinants of Elasticity of
Demand.
5. Market Analysis:
12
6. Overview of Macro Economics: Objective and Instruments of

Macroeconomics, National Income Accounting, Gross Domestic Product,
Problem of Double Counting, Net Domestic Product, Gross National Product,
From GDP to Disposable Income, Net Economic Welfare (NEW).
10. Government Revenue and Expenditure: Difference between Public Sector
and Private Sector finance, Different Sources of Govt. Revenues, Taxation and
Books Recommended:
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NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
First Year Syllabus

Department of Social Work

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Subject: Social Work
Session: 2013-2014
FIRST YEAR
Paper Code
212101
212103
212105
212107
212109
211501
Paper Title
Bangladesh Studies: History, Culture And Heritage
History and Philosophy of Social Work
Human Psychology and Social Work
Economics and Development
Total =
Marks
100
100
100
100
100
100
600
Credit
4
4
4
4
4
4
24
Detailed Syllabus
Paper Code 212101
Paper Title:
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Exam. Duration: 4 Hours
1. Basic Concepts: Social problem, social reform, social security and social service, social
welfare, social work.
2. Relationship and differences of social work with sociology, psychology, economics and
anthropology.
3. Social Work Paradigm: Clinical, radical and ecological.
4. Role of Social Work: Functionalist and Marxist perspectives.
5. Social Work Methods: Social casework, social group work, community organization, social
work research, social welfare administration and social action.
6. Social work practice in different settings: Hospital/medical, psychiatric, correctional
services, disability and geriatric, etc.
7. Social Work: Professional status and the limitations of the profession.
Books Recommended:
Bios,D.U.&Kiley,K.K.(1992).SocialWork:AnEmpoweringProfession.Singapore:AllyhandBacon.
Friedlander,W.A.(1977).AnIntroductiontoSocialWelfare.NewYork:PrenticeHall.
Healy,K.(2000).SocialWorkPractices.London:SagePublications.
Vass,A.(ed.).(1999).SocialWorkCompetences.London:SagePublications.
Paper Code 212103

Paper Title:
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Bangladesh Studies: History, Culture and

Heritage
Class Hours: 60
People of Bangladesh: Origin and anthropological identity, socio-economic history of the

british period. emergency of middle class, renaissance of bengal and contribution of noted
personalities: Raja Rammohon Roy, Henry Luies Vivian Derozio, Debendranath Tagore,
Iswar Chandra Vidyasagar, The Pakistan Movement and the Birth of Pakistan, Language
Movement (1948-52), United Front (Juktafront) Elections-1954, six-point programs-1966,
emergence of bangalee nationalism, struggle for independence and war of liberation in 1971,
different sectors of liberation war and the birth of bangladesh, political profile of
Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman (1920-1975), Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur
Rahmans great leadership to the birth of bangladesh, culture of bangladesh and its basic
characteristics, urban and rural cultural differences, sub-cultural issues, cultural conflict, role
of social work in changing culture, folk culture of bangladesh and its special features, the
influence of folk culture on the life and behavior of common people. conflicts between folk
and modern cultures, ethnicity and race, ethnic communities, minorities and race in rural
societies. indigenous and marginalized communities in bangladesh; social work intervention
for indigenous and marginalized peoples in bangladesh.
Recommended Books:
Iqbal,M.Z.(2008).HistoryoftheLiberationWar.Dhaka:Proteeti.
Islam,S.(ed.).(2003).Banglapedia:NattionalEncyclopediaofBangladesh.Dhaka:AsiaticSocietyof
Bangladesh.
Islam,S.HistoryofBangladesh;SocialandCulturalHistory,PoliticalHistory,EconomicalHistory.
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Paper Code 212105

Paper Title:
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
History and Philosophy of Social Work
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Class Hours: 60
1. Historical background of Social Work in the UK: Early charities in England, poor laws,
charity organization society (COS). settlement movement, poor law commission of 1905,
Beverage report and the social security programmes in England.
2. Historical and professional evolution of social work in the U.S.A and Canada
3. Social welfare practices during ancient and the medieval period in undivided India.
4. Evolution of social work education in Indian sub-continent
5. Social Work: Objectives, Values, Principles and Ethical issues.
6. Social Work and Philosophy: Religious and social context, contribution of major
religions (i.e. Islam, Hinduism, Christianity and Buddhism) to the development of social
work values, social thought and social work: ideal state, utopia, liberalism, socialism
(social democracy and Marxism) and welfare state.
7. Industrial Revolution: Impact of industrial revolution on social welfare and social work,
the process of industrialization and the spread of social work education and profession.
Book Recommended :
Charles,Z.(2000).Introductiontosocialworkandsocialwelfare.BeimoutThomson.
Morales,A.T.&Shafor,B.W.(1992).SocialWorkAProfessionofManyFaces.Singapore:Allyn&
Becon.
Reisch,M.&Gambrill,E.(ed.).(1997).SocialWorkinthe21thCentury.California:PineFargePress.
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Paper Code 212107

Paper Title:
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
Human Psychology and Social Work
1. Introduction: Definition and nature of psychology, psychology as a basic and applied science,
fields and methods of psychology, branches of psychology, psychology and social work.
2. Motivation: Motivational cycles, types of motivation, influence of motives on behaviour.
3. Learning: Definition and nature of learning, factors influencing learning, types of learning.
4. Emotion: Relations between feelings and emotion, bodily changes in emotion, constructive and
destructive impacts of emotion, theories of emotion, defense mechanism.
5. Perception: Nature and process of perception, perceptual organization, attention, interpretation and
perception illusion, hallucination and perception set.
6. Importance of psychology in social work practice.
7. Attitude: Nature of attitude, formation of attitude, measurement of attitudes, process of attitude
change.
8. Intelligence: Definition of intelligence, concept of I.Q. measurement of intelligence scale.
9. Memory and Forgetting: Types of memory, process and system of memory, ways of measuring
memory, causes of forgetting and different theories of forgetting.
10. Personality: Nature and determinants of personality, types of personality, assessment of
personality. theories of personalityFreuds psycho analytic theory, Eriksons theory of
psychological development, Dollar and Millars theory of learning, implication of these theories
in understanding human behavior.
11. Mass Communication and Collective Behavior: Public opinion, formation and assessment of
public opinion, propaganda and mass persuasion. techniques and principles of propaganda.
Books Recommended:
Crider,A.B.&etal.(1983).Psychology.London:ScottForsemenandCompany.
Morgan,A.B.&King,R.A.(1975).IntroductionofPsychology.NewYork:TataMcGrawHill.
Newman,P.R.&Newman,B.M.(1964).PrinciplesofPsychology.Illinois:TheDorseyPress.
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Paper Code 212109
Paper Title:
Marks: 100
Economics and Development
Credits: 4
Class Hours: 60
1. Definition and Scope of Economics: Importance and relevance of studying in economics

by the social worker.
2. Utility analysis, demand and supply, consumers surplus, factors of production and
division of labor.
3. Money: Concept, types, functions, value of money and measurement of the changes in
the value of money, Banking: concept, types, Functions, Control of Credit by Central
Bank.
4. National Income: Meaning and measurement of national income.
5. Labor and Productivity: Characteristics of labor market, labor reallocation, employment
and wages, theories of wages, inflation, employment and unemployment.
6. Welfare Economics: Concepts of welfare economics and its application.
7. Features of Bangladesh Economy: Agriculture, industry, trade, foreign aid and
assistance and market economy.
Book Recommended:
Dewett,K.K.(1966).ModernEconomicTheory.NewDelhi:Premier.
GoB(1998).TheFifthFiveYearPlan(19972002).Dhaka:MinistryofPlanning.
Pigou,A.C.(1960).TheEconomicsofWelfare.London:Mcmillan.
Samuelson,B.A.(1955).Economics:AnIntroductoryAnalysis.NewYork:McGrawHill.
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Paper Code
Paper Title:
211501
Marks: 100
Credits: 4

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NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
First Year Syllabus

Department of Anthropology

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Syllabus for Four-Year B.S.S. Honours Course
Subject: Anthropology
Session: 2013-2014
FIRST YEAR
Paper Code
214001
214003
214005
214007
211501
212209
Paper Title
Introduction to Anthropology
Kinship
Introduction to Biological Anthropology and
Archaeology
Other Cultures
Bangladesh
Total =
Marks
100
100
Credits
4
4
100
100
100
100
600
4
24
Detailed Syllabus
Paper Code
Paper Title:
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
214001
Introduction to Anthropology
Class Hours: 60 hrs.
The Paper is designed to provide a basic introduction to anthropology in general and its major
areas, basic concepts, distinctive approaches, major schools and orientations to the beginners
of anthropology who come with different backgrounds. Specific attention has been given to
its historical formation in the UK and USA, and, its major concerns (regarding its study areas,
research, representation of findings and the like) as a distinctive field of knowledge.
Paper Contents:
1. A General Overview of Anthropology
A. Definition, scope and subject matter of anthropology
B. Historical formation of anthropology as an academic discipline
C. Distinctive approaches of anthropology: holism, cross-cultural comparison,
cultural relativism (as opposed to ethnocentrism), emic and etic views and
intensive fieldwork.
D. Sub-fields of anthropology and interdisciplinary specialties
E. The institutionalization anthropology in Europe and the U. S. (i.e. social and
cultural anthropology)
F. Relationship of anthropology with other disciplines.
2. Major Areas and concepts in Anthropology:
A. Culture and human condition; Economic system; political system and power;
Language and society; Belief and values
B. Family B. Marriage C. Kinship D. Economics E. Politics F. Beliefs and Rituals
G. Social Inequality H. Ethnicity.
C. Fieldwork in anthropology; methods and techniques, current issues and concerns;
3. Applications of Anthropological Knowledge
A. Overgrowth of Applied Anthropology
B. Issues and Concerns of Applied Anthropology the role of American
Anthropological Association.
C. Anthropology in the Contemporary World with Special Reference to Bangladesh.
Required Texts:
(These are available text books. The Paper teacher may pick one or two texts which h/she
thinks will serve the purpose)
Haviland, W. A. 2000. Anthropology. New York: Holt, Rinehart and Winston Inc.
Kottak, C. P. 2008. Anthropology: The Exploration of Human Diversity. New York: McGraw
Hill Inc.
Kottak, C. P. (1997) Cultural Anthropology, McGraw-Hill Inc.
Miller, B., Penny Van Esterik and J. V. Esterik, 2002. Cultural Anthropology, Canada:
Pearson Educational Publication.
Nanda, S. 1996. Cultural Anthropology, California: Wadsworth Publishing Company.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
214003
Kinship
Marks: 100
Credits: 4
Kinship studies constitute a major field in socio-cultural anthropology. The Paper is intended
to make students familiar with the concepts, typologies and theories developed by
anthropologists about the kinship systems of different societies. As family and marriage
everywhere provide the context of kinship relations and help give rise of descent groups,
these are highlighted in the content of this Paper. The Paper also includes discussion on
kinship in Bangladesh.
Paper Contents:
1. Introduction to the Study of Kinship:
A.
B.
C.
D.
The meaning of kinship

The nature of kinship in different kinds of societies
Key Concepts in Kinship Studies: Descent, Alliance, Kinship Terminology, Fictive
Kinship, Family, Household, Domestic Group, Reproduction, Parenthood, Marriage,
Incest and Exogamy.
Current Status of Kinship Studies in Anthropology.
2.
A Brief Overview of the Studies on Kinship:
A. The Beginning; Contributions of Morgan, Radcliffe-Brown; Jack Goody; Schneider (?)

and Meillassous (?)
3. The Study of Descent Groups:
A. Rules of Descent Unilineal, Non-Unilineal, Double
B. Extensions of Unilineal Descent Group lineage, clan, phratry, moiety and tribe.
C. The Descent Theory.
4. Emergence of Kinship in the Context of Family and Marriage: Marriage, family and
domestic groups:
A. The problem of giving general definitions of marriage, family and household
Cross-cultural analysis of rules, patterns and functions of marriage: The incest taboo
B. Marriage as alliance; Marriage transactions; Patterns of post-marital residence
C. The organization of deomestic life
5. Kinship in the Changing World Scenario:
E. Kinship in Bangladesh
Reading List:
Graburn, Nelson (ed.). 1971. Readings in Kinship and Social Structure. New York: Harper
and Row.
Holy, L. 1996. Anthropological Perspectives on Kinship. Chicago: Pluto Press.
Keesing, R. M. 1975. Kin Groups and Social Structure. New York: Holt, Rinehart and
Winston Inc.
Parkin, R. Kinship: An Introduction to Basic Concepts. Oxford: Blackwell Publishers.
Stone, Linda (ed.). 2001. New Directions in Anthropological Kinship. New York: Rowman
and Littlefield Publishers Inc.
Aziz, A. (1979) Kinship in Bangladesh. ICDDRB Monograph Series, No. 1. Dhaka: ICDDRB
Paper Code
Paper Title:
Marks: 100 Credits: 4

214005
Introduction to Biological Anthropology and Archaeology
The Paper will provide an introduction to both biological and archaeological anthropology to
the beginners without much technical details. The biological part of this Paper will deal with
evolution, variation and adaptation of humans from both macro and micro-evolutionary
perspectives. The archaeological part will focus mainly on archaeological explorations, --the techniques of surveying, excavating, recovering, recording, preserving and interpreting
archaeological evidences.
Paper Contents
1. Basic Introduction:
A. Definition, Scope and Subject Matter of Biological and Archaeological
Anthropology
B. Methods of Biological and Archaeological Anthropology.
2. Dimensions of Biological Existence of Humans:
A. Macro-Evolutionary Processes: mechanisms of evolutionary changes; human
adaptation Darwins theory. Hardy-Win berg Law of genetic equilibrium --speciation, reproductive isolation; The Linnaean Hierarchy Kingdom, Phylum,
Class, Order, Family, Genus and Species.
B. Micro-Evolutionary Processes: genetic basis of evolution; Mendels Law of
Inheritance
C. Organic Evolutionary Development of Humans: hominid evolution; early and late
humans; morphological and cultural correlates; biological and social races.
3. Traces of Humans in the Remote and Recent Past Through:
A. Archaeological Survey
B. Archaeological Excavation
C. Post-Fieldwork Jobs like processing, recording and preserving evidences
Estimation of the Age through the Dating Techniques, and,
D. Interpretation of Evidences.
4. Reconstruction of the Stages of Socio-Cultural Development. (i.e. stone, metal age
etc.)
Required Texts:
Bahn, P. and Colin Renfrew. 2008. Archaeology: Techniques, Methods and Practice. New
York: Thames and Hudson.
Barnouv, V., 1989. Physical Anthropology and Archaeology, 4th ed., Georgetown: The
Dorsey Press.
Feder, Kenneth, L. and Michael Alan Park, 2001. Human Antiquity: An Introduction to
Physical Anthropology and Archaeology, 4th edition. New York: McGraw Hill.
Kottak, C. P. 2011. Anthropology: Appreciating Human Diversity. New York: McGraw Hill
Inc.
Paper Code:
Paper Title:
Marks: 100
214007
Other Cultures
Credits: 4
This Paper will orient the students the concept of otherness as a tool for understand the
features and uniqueness of other culture. It will examine the ways the concept of other
emerged and evolved throughout the history of anthropology. It will also review the efforts
that challenged and even attempted to re-conceptualize the practices of othering.
Paper Contents:
A.
B.
C.
D.
The Concept of Other Culture, Other and Otherness in Anthropology.

Ethnography of the Others: Colonial Contexts of Classical Ethnographic Studies.
Multiple Factors of Othering : Class, Race, Gender and Ethnicity.
Otherness across the Borders: Ethnocentrism, Westernization, Globalization, Transnationalism. Diaspora and the like.
E. Otherness in Local Contexts:
F. The process of othering while studying ones own culture. Example from
ethnographic studies
Required Texts:
(There is no specific text for this Paper. The following titles will help the ciurse teacher ti pick
and choose but h.she will require additional materials journal articles, book chapters to fulfill
the Paper need)
Ahmed, R. 1981. The Bengali Muslims 1871-1906: A Quest for Identity. Delhi: Oxford
University Press.
Arens, J. and Beurden, V. 1988. Jhagrapur: Poor Peasants and Women in a Village of
Bangladesh. Amsterdam: Arens and Van Beurden.
Okely, J. 1996. Own and Other Culture. London: Routledge.
Hall, S. (ed.). 1991. Representations: Cultural Representations and Signifying Practices.
London: Open University Press.
Woodward, K. 1977. Identity and Differences. London: Open University Press.
Paper Code
Paper Title:
211501
Marks: 100
Credits: 4

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significance.
c. Thespontaneousearlyresistanceandsubsequentorganizedresistance(MuktiFouz,
MuktiBahini,guerillasandthefrontalwarfare)
intellectuals.
a. Homecoming
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AvMvgx cKvkbx, XvKv 2002|
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evsjv`k, XvKv 1992|
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2013|
7. W. AvZdzj nvB wkejx I W.gvt gvneyei ingvb, evsjv`ki mvsweavwbK BwZnvm 1773-1972,
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2011|
17. Harun-or-Roshid, The Foreshadowing of Bangladesh: Bengal Muslim League
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Paper Code
Paper Title:
Marks: 100
212209
Credits: 4
1. Fundamentals of Economics: Definition, Nature and Scope of Economics, Scarcity of

Resources, Various forms of Economic Organization, Three Fundamental Problems of
conomics, Production Possibility Frontier, Opportunity Cost, Efficiency and Equity.
2. Supply and Demand: Demand and Quantity Demanded, Demand Schedule, Demand
Curve, Supply and Quantity Supplied, Supply Schedule, Supply Curve, Equilibrium of
Supply and Demand, Movement along the Supply and Demand Curve and Shift of Supply
and Demand Curve and Its Effects on Equilibrium Price and Quantity. Elasticity of Supply
and Demand; Determinants of Elasticity of Demand.
3. The Theory of Consumer Behavior: Total and Marginal Utility; Law of Diminishing
Marginal Utility, Equi-Marginal Utility; Consumer Surplus.
Variable Input; Production with Two Variable Inputs; Returns to Scale; Costs in the
Short-run; Costs in the Long-run.
5. Market Analysis:
B. Monopoly: Average and Marginal Revenue; Supply Curve of the Monopolist;
Perfect Competition and Monopoly Compared;
National Income Accounting, Gross Domestic Product, Problem of Double Counting,
Net Domestic Product, Gross National Product, From GDP to Disposable Income, Net
Economic Welfare (NEW).
7. International Trade: Domestic Vs. International Trade-Balance of Trade Vs. Balance
of Payment-Trend of Changes in International Trade of Bangladesh. Free Trade Vs.
Protection, Comparative Advantage Theory.
9. Money: Definition and Functions of Money-Importance of Money in Modern EconomyDifferent Concepts of Money (M1, M2, M3)-Value of Money. Concept, Causes and
Effects of Inflation and Deflation.
Private Sector finance, Different Sources of Govt. Revenues, Taxation and Different
Kinds of Taxes, Definition of Revenue Budget, Development Budget, Revenue Budget
Vs. Development Budget, Surplus, Deficit and Balanced Budget.
Books Recommended:
1. N. Gregory Mankiw. Principles of Economics. Any Late Edition. South Western
College.

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NATIONAL UNIVERSITY

First Year Syllabus

Four-Year B.A. (Honours) Course

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Umayyads in North Africa & Spain

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A. The Social System of Islam:

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History of the Emergence of Independent Bangladesh

First Year Syllabus

Four-Year B.A. (Honours) Course

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globalization, global culture and social change

: Political Science and Government

: The Modern State

: A History of Political Theory

: Great Political Thinkers-Plato to the Present

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History of the Emergence of Independent Bangladesh

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First Year Syllabus

Four-Year B.A. (Honours) Course

Paper Code : 211101

English Reading Skills

Paper Code : 211103

Paper Code : 211105

Shall I compare thee to a summers day?

Paper Code : 211107

A Cat in the Rain

2. J. W. Garner : Political Science and Government

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First Year Syllabus

Four-Year B.A. (Honours) Course

1. Meaning and definition of History

Periodization and chronology in history.

: The Idea of History

: An Introduction to the Philosophy of History

: The Nature of History

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Paper Code: 211505 Marks: 100

: History of Bengal vol. 1

Paper Code: 211507

Sources of ancient and medieval Indian history

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Political and Cultural History of Islam up to 1258

Syed Amir Ali

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