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A Final Basic Ornithology Syllabus 2024
A Final Basic Ornithology Syllabus 2024
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1) Structure of syllabus:
2) Objective of Course:
3) Scope of Course:
Theory: Ornithology
Unit No. Topic Time Duration
1 Introduction to Ornithology
Avian Diversity and Classification Major (04)
Order of Class: Aves .
Origin of Aves.
Evolution and Speciation:
Beak and Leg modification, Types of Feathers.
Practical: Ornithology
1) To study classification of birds observed on field (10 specimens).
2) To study various methods for studying ecology of Birds (Transects, Point count, Census etc).
3) To study communities of birds in different habitats (Wetland, Grassland, Forest, Agriculture
etc).
4) To study courtship behavior of birds using field observation or videos with local examples.
5) To study the community structure of Birds within campus or local gardens (Shannon
diversity indices).
6) To study beak and leg modification in birds using field observations.
7) To study different types of Feathers.
8) To study migration in birds using local case studies.
9) To study different types of nest using field observations, or photographs or Models.
10) To study the scientific photographic approach for Avian studies.
5) Teaching Method
Class Lectures
Laboratory exercises (e.g., bird identification with models, Digital Photographs and
Powerpoint presentation)
Field Visits in campus (birdwatching, habitat observation)
Guest lectures by conservationists and NGO Reprentatives
6) Assessment:
Attendance
Presentation
Field Visit Reports
Quiz
Final Exam
7) Reference Books:
Practical: Ornithology