KRANTIGURU SHYAMJI KRISHNA VERMA

KACHCHH UNIVERSITY
BHUJ-KACHCHH

Year: 2023-2024

B.Sc (Honours) Geology

(With Research /Without Research)

Semesters : I and II
(Exit option)

FACULTY OF SCIENCE

SYLLABUS

Curriculum as per UGC Guideline

Framed according to National Education Policy (NEP) - 2020
With effect from June – 2023 (and thereafter)

Geology Syllabus Sem I & II 1

B.Sc. (Honours) Geology Programme
(With Research/without Research)

NEP-2020

With effect from June – 2023 (and thereafter)

FACULTY OF SCIENCE
Subject: GEOLOGY

B. Sc. Semesters: I & II

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 NATURE AND EXTENT OF BACHELOR’S DEGREE PROGRAMME IN
GEOLOGY HONOURS)
A bachelor’s degree in Geology with Research or without Research is a 4 year degree
course which is divided into 8 semesters.
Mandatory Credits
Sl.No.
Type of Award Stage of Exit to secure Degree
Award
After successful completion Certificate With Exit 4
1 Certificate in the Discipline Credit course (44+4)
of 1st Year
After successful completion Diploma With Exit 4 Credit
2 Diploma in the Discipline course (88+4)
of 1st and 2nd Years
After successful completion Bachelor degree (132)
3 B.Sc. in Geology
of 1st, 2nd and 3rd Years
B.Sc. (Honours with After successful completion Bachelor + Honors
4 degree (176)
Research/ without Research) of 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th
Bachelor + Research
in Geology Years degree (176)
A student pursuing 4 years undergraduate programme with research in a specific
discipline shall be awarded an appropriate Degree in that discipline on completion of 8th
Semester if he/she secures required Credits. Similarly, for certificate, diploma and
degree, a student needs to fulfill the associated credits. An illustration of credits
requirements in relation to the type of award is illustrated as above.
Bachelor’s Degree (Honours) is a well-recognized, structured, and specialized graduate
level qualification in tertiary, collegiate education. The contents of this degree are
determined in terms of knowledge, understanding, qualification, skills, and values that a
student intends to acquire to look for professional avenues or move to higher education at
the postgraduate level.
Bachelor’s Degree (Honours) programmes attract entrants from the secondary level or
equivalent, often with subject knowledge that may or may not be directly relevant to the
field of study/profession. Thus, B.Sc. (Honours) Course in Geology aims to prepare
students to qualify for joining a profession or to provide development opportunities in
particular employment settings.

AIMS:
1. To develop the curriculum for fostering subjective-learning.
2. To adopt recent pedagogical trends in education including e-learning, flipped class,

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hybrid learning and MOOCs
3. To shape students as a responsible and sensible citizen.
4. To offer an environment that guarantees intellectual development of students in
an all-inclusive manner.
5. To provide updated subject matter theoretically and practically which can enhance
student’s core competency and learning.
6. To mould a responsible citizen who is aware of most basic domain-independent
knowledge, including critical thinking and communication.
7. To enable the graduate to prepare for national as well as international competitive
examinations, especially, IIT-JAM, UGC-CSIR NET, CUCET, GATE, GPSC, and
UPSC Civil Services Examination.

COURSE INTRODUCTION
The redesigned curriculum of B.Sc. in Geology offers essential knowledge and
technical skills to study earth in a holistic manner. Students would be exposed to
different areas of earth science using a unique combination of core, elective and
vocational papers with significant inter-disciplinary components. Students would be
taught modern methods and technologies to understand dynamics of earth system &
tectonics, minerals & rocks, geomorphology, stratigraphy, fossils science, natural
recourses and its exploration techniques etc.

The entire programme of B.Sc. Geology will include classroom theories as well as
practical field and laboratory component. The programme will also have field visits,
study tours, outstations and field activities and projects as part of their curriculum.

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Programme outcomes (POs):
Transformed curriculum shall develop educated outcome-oriented candidature, to
develop into responsible citizen for nation-building and transforming the country
towards the future with their knowledge gained in the field of earth science.
Programme specific objectives (PSOs): B.Sc. I Year Certificate Course in Geology
 This course will enable students to learn avenues in Geology.
 The first-year syllabus can help students to get ready for competitive exams.
 Students will be able to know about the basics of earth system science (i.e.
formation of earth, its internal structure, atmosphere, and hydrosphere).
 Certificate and diploma courses are framed to generate self- entrepreneurship and
self- employability, if multi exit option is opted.
 Students will increase the ability of critical thinking, reasoning and curiosity,
development of scientific attitude, problem solving, improve practical skills,
enhance communication skill, social interaction, and increase awareness in the field
of earth science and environment.
 The training provided to the students will make them competent enough for doing
jobs in Govt. and private sectors of academia, research and industry at entry level.

TEACHING LEARNING PROCESS

Teaching and learning in this programme involve classroom lectures as well
tutorials.
It allows-
• Closer interaction between the students and the teacher as each student gets
individual attention.
• Preparation of assignments and projects submitted by students
• Project-based learning
• Group discussion
• Home assignments
• Quizzes and class tests
• PPT presentations, Seminars, interactive sessions
• Co-curricular activity etc.
• Study Tour or Field visit

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EVALUATION METHODS:
Academic performance in various courses i.e. Major, Minor, IDC/MDC, AEC. VAC and
SEC are to be considered as parameters for assessing the achievement of students in the
subject. A number of appropriate assessment methods of Geology will be used to
determine the extent to which students demonstrate desired learning outcomes.

Following assessment methodology should be adopted:

1. The oral and written examinations (Scheduled and surprise tests),
2. Field learning of students
3. Problem-solving exercises,
4. Practical assignments and laboratory reports,
5. Observation of practical skills,
6. Individual and group project reports,
7. Efficient delivery using seminar presentations,
8. Viva voce interviews are majorly adopted assessment methods for this
curriculum.
9. The computerized adaptive testing, literature surveys and evaluations, peers and self-
assessment, outputs form individual and collaborative work are also other important
approaches for assessment purposes.

10. A student shall be evaluated through Comprehensive Continuous Assessment

(CCA)/ (Internal Evaluation) as well as the End of Semester examination (External
Evaluation). The weight-age of CCA shall be 50%, whereas the weight-age of the
Semester end examination shall be 50%.

11. The End of Semester examination (External Evaluation) shall have an

assessment based upon following perspective with respect to all the courses:

a. Evaluation with respect to Knowledge,

b. Evaluation with respect to Understanding,
c. Evaluation with respect to Skill,
d. Evaluation with respect to Application and
e. Higher Order Thinking Skills.

 The End of Semester Examination will be conducted by the University. A certified

journal of the respective practical course must be produced at the time of practical
examination by the student. The Field Excursion is highly essential for studying
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 ological features. There shall be at least one field Excursion (local or outstation).
 This is compulsory to record laboratory work in the Journal. Certified journal has to be
produced while appearing at the time of Practical examination

Year Semester Course Paper Title Credits Marks Total

Code CA UA
MAJ GEO- Elementary Earth 3 35 40 75
101 Science
(Theory)
MAJ GEO- As above (lab course) 1 10 15 25
102-P
(Practical)
MAJ GEO- Oceanography and 3 35 40 75
103 Atmospheric science
(Theory)
MAJ GEO- As above (lab course) 1 10 15 25
104-P
(Practical)
Total Credits 8 Total 200
Marks
I MIN GEO- Elementary Earth 3 35 40 75
105 Science
(Theory)
MIN GEO- As above (lab course) 1 10 15 25
First 106-P
Year (Practical)
Total Credits 4 Total 100
Marks
MDC Elementary Earth 3 35 40 75
GEO-107 Science
(Theory)
MDC As above (lab course) 1 10 15 25
GEO-108-
P
(Practical)
Total Credits 4 Total 100
Marks

MAJ GEO- Elementary 3 35 40 75

201 Mineralogy and
(Theory) petrology
II
MAJ GEO- As above (lab course) 1 10 15 25
202-P
(Practical)

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MAJ GEO- Introduction to 3 35 40 75
203 Physical Geology
(Theory)
MAJ GEO- As above (lab course) 1 10 15 25
204
(Practical)
Total Credits 8 Total 200
Marks
MIN GEO- Elementary 3 35 40 75
205 Mineralogy and
(Theory) petrology
MIN GEO- As above (lab course) 1 10 15 25
206-P
(Practical)
Total Credits 4 Total 100
Marks
MDC Elementary 3 35 40 75
GEO-207 Mineralogy and
(Theory) petrology
MIN GEO- As above (lab course) 1 10 15 25
208-P
(Practical)
Total Credits 4 Total 100
Marks

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 Structure of the Question Paper for the University Exam
KSKV Kachchh University: BHUJ
FIRST YEAR B.Sc.: GEOLOGY THEORY (MAJOR/MINOR/MDC)
Total Marks: 40, Duration: 2 hours 30 min
Passing standard: 16 Marks
PATTERN OF QUESTION PAPER
FOR SEMESTER-END EXAMS (Sem I & II)

Questions Section Marks

Question – 1
Unit – 1
2 Questions of 10 Marks, student
have to attempt any 1 10 marks
Question – 2
Unit –II –do-
10 marks
Question – 3
Unit – III 10 marks
–do-
Question – 4 12 short questions of 1 mark, 4 10 Marks
questions from each unit and the
students have to attempt any 10.

 Types of questions for Question 4 may be varied like: one-line answer / two-line answers /
definitions / reasoning / drawing small figures/ label the figure / one word answer / match
the pairs etc.

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 DETAILED SYLLABUS OF B.Sc. I YEAR FOR CERTIFICATE COURSE IN BASIC
GEOLOGY
KSKV Kachchh University, Bhuj - Kachchh
(Effective from June 2023-24 UNDER NEP-2020)
SEMESTER 1:
Paper GEO-101: Elementary Earth Science
(Course code: GEO-101) Credit: 3

Course Outcome
After the completion of the course the students will be able to:
1. The course enables the students to understand the scope and application of Geology and
gives them the confidence to go to the next level of learning in the subject.
2. It aims to provide adequate basic knowledge about origin and age of our Solar System and
planets including earth and its different layers.
3. Students will be able to understand the Internal Structure of Earth, its temperature and
Pressure conditions within the interior of the earth.
4. Course will help students to understand the basics concept of plate tectonics and dynamics
of earth.
5. Students will learn and understand the relation of ocean circulation with respect to celestial
bodies, oceanic tides and waves.
6. Strengthening understanding of atmosphere and its structure.
7. Develop skills of presentations and narration using computer & multimedia.

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 SEMESTER 1:
Paper: MAJ GEO-101: Elementary Earth Science
(Course code: MAJ GEO-101) Credit: 2

GEOLOGY SPECIFIC CORE COURSE

COURSE COURSE THEORY
COURSE SEMESTER
CODE TITLE Credits Lectures External Internal
MAJ GEO- Elementary Earth
Certificate 101 Science
Course B.Sc.-I 3 45 40 Marks 35 Marks

No. Of
UNIT TOPIC Lectures
(45 hrs)
Unit 1 Solar system and Earth: 15
 Introduction to earth science, branches and its scope.

 General characteristics and origin of the Universe.

 Solar System and its planets, Meteorites and Asteroids

 Earth in the solar system - origin, size, shape, mass, density,

rotational and revolution parameters.

 Concept of earth’s orbit with time and seasons

Unit 2 Earth and its internal structure 15

 Structure of Earth’s Interior.
 Introduction to seismic waves and evidences of internal structure
of earth from Seismology.
 Introduction to crust, mantle and core.
 Density, Temperature and Pressure condition of rocks in the
interior of the earth.

Unit 3 Age of earth and Plate tectonics 15

 Age of earth; Relative Methods -Sedimentation, Salinity method,
Rate of cooling of earth. Radiometric dating method.
 Basic concept of Plate Tectonics, Sea floor spreading and
continental drift.
 Introduction to Plate boundaries.

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Suggested readings
o Holmes' principles of physical geology, Arthur Holmes.
o Savindra Singh., (2008). Physical Geography. Prayag Pustak Bhawan.
o Robert H. Stewart, (2008), Introduction to Physical Oceanography.
o A Text Book of Geology, P. K. Mukerjee, World press.
o Principles of Engineering Geology, K.M. Banger, 2018, Standard Publisher.

Note: Students may refer variety of material available online and on web resources for further
understanding.

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 KSKV Kachchh University, Bhuj - Kachchh
(Effective from June 2023-24 UNDER NEP-2020)
SEMESTER 1:
Paper MAJ GEO-102-P: Elementary Earth Science

Practical/ Lab course (Course code: MAJ GEO-102-P)

Credit: 1
Course Outcome
After the completion of the course the students will be able to:
1. Basic understanding of the major tectonic plates.
2. Develop skills to identify major oceanic boundaries, and oceanic currents.
3. Learn observational skills to understand eclipses and tidal mechanism and demonstrate the
same in journals and exams.
4. They will learn preparing small reports and field observations at first year basic level.

DISCIPLINE SPECIFIC CORE COURSE

COURSE PRACTICAL
COURSE SEMESTER COURSE TITLE
CODE Credits Lectures INTERNAL/
External
Certificate MAJ GEO- Elementary
Course B.Sc -I P-102 1 30 hrs 25 (15+10)
Earth Science
Marks

Practical 1: Study of major plates of World

Practical 2: Understanding plate motions for major plates.
Practical 3: Study of eclipse.
Practical 4: Calculation of sea floor spreading rate.
Practical 5: Demarcation of internal structure of earth with discontinuity.
Note: Additional practical related to syllabus may be included during class work.

Journal / Submission
• Note: It is compulsory to record laboratory work (all the practicals) in the journal. The
journal is to be certified by the incharge teacher and the Head of the Department within time
frame. Certified journal must be produced while appearing at the time of Practical
examination.

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 SEMESTER 1:
Paper: MAJ GEO-103: Oceanography and Atmospheric science
(Course code: MAJ GEO-103) Credit: 2

GEOLOGY SPECIFIC CORE COURSE

COURSE COURSE THEORY
COURSE SEMESTER
CODE TITLE Credits Lectures External Internal
MAJ Oceanography and
Certificate GEO-103 Atmospheric science
Course B.Sc.-I 3 45 40 Marks 35 Marks

No. Of
UNIT TOPIC Lectures
(45 hrs)
Unit 1 Oceanography 15
 Introduction to water cycle.
 Oceans and seas of the world.
 Oceanic current system and effect of Coriolis force
 Oceanic tides and waves.
 Introduction to ocean basin relief and Hypsographic curve.
Unit 2 Atmosphere -I 15
 Atmosphere: Composition, Layers and Structure of Atmosphere.
 Atmospheric circulations
 Atmospheric pressure and thickness.
 Evolution of atmosphere.
Unit 3 Atmosphere -II 15

 Humidity and water vapor in atmosphere.

 Cloud; classification and major types.
 Origin of rainfall and types of rainfall.
 Introduction to cyclone and their types.

Suggested readings
o Holmes' principles of physical geology, Arthur Holmes.
o Physical Geography. Prayag Pustak Bhawan. Savindra Singh., (2008).
o Introduction to Physical Oceanography. Robert H. Stewart, (2008),
o A Text Book of Geology, P. K. Mukerjee, World press.
o Physical Geography, An introduction to earth environments. Michael Bradshaw & Ruth
Weaver, (1993)

Note: Students may refer variety of material available online and on web resources for further
understanding.

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 KSKV Kachchh University, Bhuj - Kachchh
(Effective from June 2023-24 UNDER NEP-2020)
SEMESTER 1:
Paper MAJ GEO-104-P: Elementary Earth Science

Practical/ Lab course (Course code: MAJ GEO-104-P)

Credit: 1
Course Outcome
After the completion of the course the students will be able to:
1. Basic understanding of the major tectonic plates.
2. Develop skills to identify major oceanic boundaries, and oceanic currents.
3. Learn observational skills to understand eclipses and tidal mechanism and demonstrate the
same in journals and exams.
4. They will learn preparing small reports and field observations at first year basic level.

DISCIPLINE SPECIFIC CORE COURSE

COURSE PRACTICAL
COURSE SEMESTER COURSE TITLE
CODE Credit Lectures INTERNAL/
s External
Certificate MAJ Oceanography
Course B.SC -I GEO-104- and 1 30 hrs 25 (15+10)
P Marks
Atmospheric
science

 Study of major ocean and oceanic currents of the World.

 Identification of ocean relief form satellite images.
 Study of tides with respect to position of sun, moon and earth.
 Demarcation of atmospheric layers.
 Study of well-known Geo-sites (India and world).
Note: Additional practical related to syllabus may be included during class work.

Journal / Submission
• Note: It is compulsory to record laboratory work (all the practicals) in the journal. The
journal is to be certified by the incharge teacher and the Head of the Department within time
frame. Certified journal must be produced while appearing at the time of Practical
examination.

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 SEMESTER 1:
Paper MIN GEO-105: Elementary Earth Science
(Course code: MIN GEO-105) Credit: 3

GEOLOGY SPECIFIC CORE COURSE

COURSE COURSE THEORY
COURSE SEMESTER
CODE TITLE Credits Lectures External Internal
MIN GEO- Elementary Earth
Certificate 105 Science
Course B.Sc.-I 3 45 40 Marks 35 Marks

No. Of
UNIT TOPIC Lectures
(45 hrs)
Unit 1 Solar system and Earth: 15
 Introduction to earth science, branches and its scope.

 General characteristics and origin of the Universe.

 Solar System and its planets, Meteorites and Asteroids

 Earth in the solar system - origin, size, shape, mass, density,

rotational and revolution parameters.

 Concept of earth’s orbit with time and seasons

Unit 2 Earth and its internal structure 15

 Structure of Earth’s Interior.
 Introduction to seismic waves and evidences of internal structure
of earth from Seismology.
 Introduction to crust, mantle and core.
 Density, Temperature and Pressure condition of rocks in the
interior of the earth.

Unit 3 Age of earth and Plate tectonics 15

 Age of earth; Relative Methods -Sedimentation, Salinity method,
Rate of cooling of earth. Radiometric dating method.
 Basic concept of Plate Tectonics, Sea floor spreading and
continental drift.
 Introduction to Plate boundaries.

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Suggested readings
o Holmes' principles of physical geology, Arthur Holmes.
o Savindra Singh., (2008). Physical Geography. Prayag Pustak Bhawan.
o Robert H. Stewart, (2008), Introduction to Physical Oceanography.
o A Text Book of Geology, P. K. Mukerjee, World press.
o Principles of Engineering Geology, K.M. Banger, 2018, Standard Publisher.

Note: Students may refer variety of material available online and on web resources for further
understanding.

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 KSKV Kachchh University, Bhuj - Kachchh
(Effective from June 2023-24 UNDER NEP-2020)
SEMESTER 1:
Paper MIN GEO-106-P: Elementary Earth Science

Practical/ Lab course (Course code: MIN GEO-106-P)

Credit: 1
Course Outcome
After the completion of the course the students will be able to:
1. Basic understanding of the major tectonic plates.
2. Develop skills to identify major oceanic boundaries, and oceanic currents.
3. Learn observational skills to understand eclipses and tidal mechanism and demonstrate the
same in journals and exams.
4. They will learn preparing small reports and field observations at first year basic level.

DISCIPLINE SPECIFIC CORE COURSE

COURSE PRACTICAL
COURSE SEMESTER COURSE TITLE
CODE Credits Lectures INTERNAL/
External
Certificate MIN Elementary
Course B.Sc -I GEO-106- Earth Science 1 30 hrs 25 (15+10)
P Marks

Practical 1: Study of major plates of World

Practical 2: Understanding plate motions for major plates.
Practical 3: Study of eclipse.
Practical 4: Calculation of sea floor spreading rate.
Practical 5: Demarcation of internal structure of earth with discontinuity.
Note: Additional practical related to syllabus may be included during class work.

Journal / Submission
• Note: It is compulsory to record laboratory work (all the practicals) in the journal. The
journal is to be certified by the incharge teacher and the Head of the Department within time
frame. Certified journal must be produced while appearing at the time of Practical
examination.

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 SEMESTER 1:
Paper MDC GEO-107: Elementary Earth Science
(Course code: MDC GEO-107) Credit: 3

GEOLOGY SPECIFIC CORE COURSE

COURSE COURSE THEORY
COURSE SEMESTER
CODE TITLE Credits Lectures External Internal
MDC Elementary Earth
Certificate GEO-107 Science
Course B.Sc.-I 3 45 40 Marks 35 Marks
No. Of
UNIT TOPIC Lectures
(45 hrs)
Unit 1 Solar system and Earth: 15
 Introduction to earth science, branches and its scope.

 General characteristics and origin of the Universe.

 Solar System and its planets, Meteorites and Asteroids

 Earth in the solar system - origin, size, shape, mass, density,

rotational and revolution parameters.

 Concept of earth’s orbit with time and seasons

Unit 2 Earth and its internal structure 15

 Structure of Earth’s Interior.
 Introduction to seismic waves and evidences of internal structure
of earth from Seismology.
 Introduction to crust, mantle and core.
 Density, Temperature and Pressure condition of rocks in the
interior of the earth.
Unit 3 Age of earth and Plate tectonics 15
 Age of earth; Relative Methods -Sedimentation, Salinity method,
Rate of cooling of earth. Radiometric dating method.
 Basic concept of Plate Tectonics, Sea floor spreading and
continental drift.
 Introduction to Plate boundaries.

Suggested readings
o Holmes' principles of physical geology, Arthur Holmes.
o Savindra Singh., (2008). Physical Geography. Prayag Pustak Bhawan.
o Robert H. Stewart, (2008), Introduction to Physical Oceanography.
o A Text Book of Geology, P. K. Mukerjee, World press.
o Principles of Engineering Geology, K.M. Banger, 2018, Standard Publisher.

Note: Students may refer variety of material available online and on web resources for further
understanding.
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 KSKV Kachchh University, Bhuj - Kachchh
(Effective from June 2023-24 UNDER NEP-2020)
SEMESTER 1:
Paper MDC GEO-107-P: Elementary Earth Science

Practical/ Lab course (Course code: MDC GEO-108-P)

Credit: 1
Course Outcome
After the completion of the course the students will be able to:
1. Basic understanding of the major tectonic plates.
2. Develop skills to identify major oceanic boundaries, and oceanic currents.
3. Learn observational skills to understand eclipses and tidal mechanism and demonstrate the
same in journals and exams.
4. They will learn preparing small reports and field observations at first year basic level.

DISCIPLINE SPECIFIC CORE COURSE

COURSE PRACTICAL
COURSE SEMESTER COURSE TITLE
CODE Credits Lectures INTERNAL/
External
Certificate MDC Elementary
Course B.Sc -I GEO-108- Earth Science 1 30 hrs 25 (15+10)
P Marks

Practical 1: Study of major plates of World

Practical 2: Understanding plate motions for major plates.
Practical 3: Study of eclipse.
Practical 4: Calculation of sea floor spreading rate.
Practical 5: Demarcation of internal structure of earth with discontinuity.
Note: Additional practical related to syllabus may be included during class work.

Journal / Submission
• Note: It is compulsory to record laboratory work (all the practicals) in the journal. The
journal is to be certified by the incharge teacher and the Head of the Department within time
frame. Certified journal must be produced while appearing at the time of Practical
examination.

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 KSKV Kachchh University, Bhuj - Kachchh
(Effective from June 2023-24 UNDER NEP-2020)
SEMESTER 1: Paper GEO-P-102: Elementary Earth Science

B. Sc.: SKELETAL STRUCTURE FOR PRACTICAL

Total Marks: 25 (15 internal + 10 External)

Instructions: Strictly follow the instructions given by examiner(s). marks

1. Draw/Demonstrate & explain. As per the map

asked
2. Describe the diagram. --do--

3. Plotting of features on given map --do--

4. Journal submission/field reports and Viva-voce 5 Marks

Note: Certified journal will be compulsory for University Practical Examination.

 Excursion/ Project work/ Visit/ Tour/ report and submission of specimens / Charts/ Model/
Fresh Material/ other activity (Given by teacher or as a part of Syllabus) will be mandatory
for all the students.

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 DETAILED SYLLABUS OF B.Sc. I YEAR (SEMESTER-II) FOR CERTIFICATE
COURSE IN BASIC GEOLOGY
KSKV Kachchh University, Bhuj - Kachchh
(Effective from June 2023-24 UNDER NEP-2020)

SEMESTER II:

Course Outcome
After the completion of the course the students will be able to:

1. Student will be introduced to Minerals and their formation.

2. Basic idea about mineral structure and chemical bonding and mineral classification.
3. Elementary study of physical properties of rock forming minerals and develop ability to
identify different minerals in hand specimen.
4. Introduction to different types of rocks and concept of rock cycle
5. Students will be introduced to earthquake science.
6. Understanding origin and types of soils and soil profile.
7. Students will be introduced to geomorphic science and processes acts on earth surface.

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 SEMESTER 2:
Paper MAJ GEO-201: Elementary Crystallography, Mineralogy and petrology
(Course code: MAJ GEO-201) Credit: 3

DISCIPLINE SPECIFIC CORE COURSES (MAJOR)

COURSE COURSE THEORY
COURSE SEMESTER
CODE TITLE Credits Lectures External Internal
MAJ Elementary
Certificate GEO-201 Mineralogy and
Course B.Sc. II 3 45 40 Marks 35 Marks
petrology

No.Of
UNIT TOPIC Lectures
(45 hrs)
Unit 1 Introduction to Mineralogy 15
• Definition and characteristics of mineral, rock forming and ore
minerals.
• Introduction to Dana System of Mineral Classification.
• Introduction to Gem minerals.

Unit 2 Minerals Properties 15

• Physical properties of minerals including Isomorphism,
Polymorphism, Pseudomorphism, Chatoyancy and Asterism.
• Electrical properties of minerals.

Unit 3 Introduction to petrology: 15

 Elementary study of Igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary
rocks
 Origin and major characteristics of different types of rocks
 Rock Cycle.

Suggested readings

•Rultey’s Elements of Mineralogy 26th edition, H.H. Read

•Rultey’s Elements of Mineralogy 27th edition, C.D Gribble
•Manual Mineralogy 21st edition, (after James D. Dana), Cornelis Klein, Cornelius S,
Hurlbut, Jr.
•Mineral science 22th edition, (after James D. Dana), Cornelis Klein.
•Mineralogy 2nd edition, Dexter Perkins.
•A Text Book of Geology, P. K. Mukherjee, World press.

Note: Students may refer variety of material available online and on web resources for further
understanding.

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 SKV Kachchh University, Bhuj - Kachchh
(Effective from June 2023-24 UNDER NEP-2020)
SEMESTER II:
Paper MAJ GEO-202-P Elementary Mineralogy and petrology

Practical/ Lab course (Course code: MAJ GEO202-P)

Credit: 1
Course Outcome
After the completion of the course the students will be able to:
1. Student will get basic understanding of formation and classification of minerals.
2. It will help them understand and develop skills for identifying minerals in hand specimen.
3. Learn observational skills in lab as well as field and demonstrate the same in journals and
exams.
4. At first year basic level, they will learn the preparation of brief reports of their observations in
field.

DISCIPLINE SPECIFIC CORE

COURSE
COURSE PRACTICAL
COURSESEMESTER COURSE
CODE Credits Lectures INTERNAL/
TITLE External
Certificate MAJ Elementary
Course B.SC GEO- Mineralogy 1 30 25 (15+10)
202-P and petrology hrs Marks

 Study of Mineral classification

 Study of the physical properties of the common rock forming minerals –

Talc, Gypsum, Muscovite, Biotite, Calcite, Fluorite, Apatite, Orthoclase,

Microcline, Plagioclase, Quartz, Amethyst, Chalcedony, Agate, Bloodstone, Flint,
Jasper, Opal, Topaz, Corundum, Beryl, Garnet, Epidote, Chlorite, Asbestoses,
Hornblende, Augite, Tourmaline, Olivine, Halite, Aragonite, Hypersthene.
 Study of types of clay.

Field Report/ Submission

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 SEMESTER 2:
Paper MAJ GEO-203: Introduction to Physical Geology
(Course code: MAJ GEO-203) Credit: 3

DISCIPLINE SPECIFIC CORE COURSES (MAJOR)

COURSE COURSE THEORY
COURSE SEMESTER
CODE TITLE Credits Lectures External Internal
MAJ Introduction to
Certificate GEO-203 Physical Geology
Course B.Sc. II 3 45 40 Marks 35 Marks

No. Of
UNIT TOPIC Lectures
(45hrs)
15
Earthquake science
• Earthquakes– Definition, Mechanism of Earthquakes,
• Seismic Waves, Scales of Earthquake, Earthquake Prediction.
• Seismograph and Seismogram,
• Effect of Earthquake, Seismic Belts, Relation between
earthquakes, Volcanoes and Plate Tectonics.
15
Soil
• Introduction - Soil.
• Basics of weathering.
• Soil composition and soil profile.
• Classification of soil.
• Soil groups of India.
• Soil erosion and conservation.
15
Elementary Geomorphology
• Definition and Scope
• Basic geomorphological concepts.
• Different cycles of erosion.
• Rejuvenation and its causes.
• Tools and Techniques in geomorphology.
• Introduction to First, second and third order relief structure.

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 KSKV Kachchh University, Bhuj - Kachchh
(Effective from June 2023-24 UNDER NEP-2020)
SEMESTER II:
Paper MAJ GEO-204-P Introduction to Physical Geology

Practical/ Lab course (Course code: MAJ GEO-204-P)

Credit: 1
Course Outcome
After the completion of the course the students will be able to:
1. Student will get basic understanding of formation and classification of minerals.
2. It will help them understand and develop skills for identifying minerals in hand specimen.
3. Learn observational skills in lab as well as field and demonstrate the same in journals and
exams.
4. At first year basic level, they will learn the preparation of brief reports of their observations in
field.

DISCIPLINE SPECIFIC CORE COURSE

COURSE PRACTICAL
COURSESEMESTER COURSE
CODE Credits Lectures INTERNAL/
TITLE External
Certificate MAJ Introduction
Course B.SC GEO- to Physical 1 30 25 (15+10)
204-P hrs Marks
Geology

 Demarcation of major global seismic belts.

 Identification of seismic zone of India
 Locating earthquake epicenter with the help of provided data.
 Study of soil profile.
 Study of soil map of India
 Identification of geomorphic structures form satellite imageries and toposheets.
Note: Additional practical related to syllabus may be included during class work.

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 SEMESTER 2:
Paper MIN GEO-205: Elementary Crystallography, Mineralogy and petrology
(Course code: MIN GEO-205) Credit: 3

DISCIPLINE SPECIFIC CORE COURSES (MAJOR)

COURSE COURSE THEORY
COURSE SEMESTER
CODE TITLE Credits Lectures External Internal
MIN Elementary
Certificate GEO-205 Mineralogy and
Course B.Sc. II 3 45 40 Marks 35 Marks
petrology

No.Of
UNIT TOPIC Lectures
(45 hrs)
Unit 1 Introduction to Mineralogy 15
• Definition and characteristics of mineral, rock forming and ore
minerals.
• Introduction to Dana System of Mineral Classification.
• Introduction to Gem minerals.

Unit 2 Minerals Properties 15

• Physical properties of minerals including Isomorphism,
Polymorphism, Pseudomorphism, Chatoyancy and Asterism.
• Electrical properties of minerals.

Unit 3 Introduction to petrology: 15

 Elementary study of Igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary
rocks
 Origin and major characteristics of different types of rocks
 Rock Cycle.

Suggested readings
•Rultey’s Elements of Mineralogy 26th edition, H.H. Read
•Rultey’s Elements of Mineralogy 27th edition, C.D Gribble
•Manual Mineralogy 21st edition, (after James D. Dana), Cornelis Klein, Cornelius S,
Hurlbut, Jr.
•Mineral science 22th edition, (after James D. Dana), Cornelis Klein.
•Mineralogy 2nd edition, Dexter Perkins.
•A Text Book of Geology, P. K. Mukherjee, World press.
Note: Students may refer variety of material available online and on web resources for further
understanding.

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 KSKV Kachchh University, Bhuj - Kachchh
(Effective from June 2023-24 UNDER NEP-2020)
SEMESTER II:
Paper MIN GEO-206-P Elementary Mineralogy and petrology

Practical/ Lab course (Course code: MIN GEO206-P)

Credit: 1
Course Outcome
After the completion of the course the students will be able to:
1. Student will get basic understanding of formation and classification of minerals.
2. It will help them understand and develop skills for identifying minerals in hand specimen.
3. Learn observational skills in lab as well as field and demonstrate the same in journals and
exams.
4. At first year basic level, they will learn the preparation of brief reports of their observations in
field.

DISCIPLINE SPECIFIC CORE

COURSE
COURSE PRACTICAL
COURSESEMESTER COURSE
CODE Credits Lectures INTERNAL/
TITLE External
Certificate MIN Elementary
Course B.SC GEO- Mineralogy 1 30 25 (15+10)
206-P and petrology hrs Marks

 Study of Mineral classification

 Study of the physical properties of the common rock forming minerals –

Talc, Gypsum, Muscovite, Biotite, Calcite, Fluorite, Apatite, Orthoclase,

Microcline, Plagioclase, Quartz, Amethyst, Chalcedony, Agate, Bloodstone, Flint,
Jasper, Opal, Topaz, Corundum, Beryl, Garnet, Epidote, Chlorite, Asbestoses,
Hornblende, Augite, Tourmaline, Olivine, Halite, Aragonite, Hypersthene.
 Study of types of clay.

Field Report/ Submission

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 SEMESTER 2:
Paper MDC GEO-207: Elementary Crystallography, Mineralogy and petrology
(Course code: MDC GEO-207) Credit: 3

DISCIPLINE SPECIFIC CORE COURSES (MAJOR)

COURSE COURSE THEORY
COURSE SEMESTER
CODE TITLE Credits Lectures External Internal
MDC Elementary
Certificate GEO-207 Mineralogy and
Course B.Sc. II 3 45 40 Marks 35 Marks
petrology

No.Of
UNIT TOPIC Lectures
(45 hrs)
Unit 1 Introduction to Mineralogy 15
• Definition and characteristics of mineral, rock forming and ore
minerals.
• Introduction to Dana System of Mineral Classification.
• Introduction to Gem minerals.

Unit 2 Minerals Properties 15

• Physical properties of minerals including Isomorphism,
Polymorphism, Pseudomorphism, Chatoyancy and Asterism.
• Electrical properties of minerals.

Unit 3 Introduction to petrology: 15

 Elementary study of Igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary
rocks
 Origin and major characteristics of different types of rocks
 Rock Cycle.

Suggested readings
•Rultey’s Elements of Mineralogy 26th edition, H.H. Read
•Rultey’s Elements of Mineralogy 27th edition, C.D Gribble
•Manual Mineralogy 21st edition, (after James D. Dana), Cornelis Klein, Cornelius S,
Hurlbut, Jr.
•Mineral science 22th edition, (after James D. Dana), Cornelis Klein.
•Mineralogy 2nd edition, Dexter Perkins.
•A Text Book of Geology, P. K. Mukherjee, World press.
Note: Students may refer variety of material available online and on web resources for further
understanding.

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 KSKV Kachchh University, Bhuj - Kachchh
(Effective from June 2023-24 UNDER NEP-2020)
SEMESTER II:
Paper MED GEO-208-P Elementary Mineralogy and petrology

Practical/ Lab course (Course code: MDC GEO208-P)

Credit: 1
Course Outcome
After the completion of the course the students will be able to:
1. Student will get basic understanding of formation and classification of minerals.
2. It will help them understand and develop skills for identifying minerals in hand specimen.
3. Learn observational skills in lab as well as field and demonstrate the same in journals and
exams.
4. At first year basic level, they will learn the preparation of brief reports of their observations in
field.

DISCIPLINE SPECIFIC CORE

COURSE
COURSE PRACTICAL
COURSESEMESTER COURSE
CODE Credits Lectures INTERNAL/
TITLE External
Certificate MDC Elementary
Course B.SC GEO- Mineralogy 1 30 25 (15+10)
208-P and petrology hrs Marks

 Study of Mineral classification

 Study of the physical properties of the common rock forming minerals –

Talc, Gypsum, Muscovite, Biotite, Calcite, Fluorite, Apatite, Orthoclase,

Microcline, Plagioclase, Quartz, Amethyst, Chalcedony, Agate, Bloodstone, Flint,
Jasper, Opal, Topaz, Corundum, Beryl, Garnet, Epidote, Chlorite, Asbestoses,
Hornblende, Augite, Tourmaline, Olivine, Halite, Aragonite, Hypersthene.
 Study of types of clay.

Field Report/ Submission

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 KSKV Kachchh University, Bhuj - Kachchh
(Effective from June 2023-24 UNDER NEP-2020)
SEMESTER 2
Course Title: Elementary Crystallography, Mineralogy and petrology
SKELETAL STRUCTURE OF INTERNAL PRACTICAL-GEO-P-202

Total Marks: 25 (15 internal + 10 External)

Instructions: Strictly follow the instructions given by examiner(s). marks

1. Classify the mineral specimen according to mineral group. As per mineral

asked

2. Identify the Mineral specimen megascopically using physical --do--

properties in Group no. __ to ____.

3. Give the chemical composition, crystal system, origin and at least --do--
two uses
4. Journal submission/field reports and Viva-voce 5 marks

Note: Certified journal will be compulsory for University Practical Examination.

 Excursion/ Project work/ Visit/ Tour/ report and submission of specimens / Charts/ Model/
Fresh Material/ other activity (Given by teacher or as a part of Syllabus) will be mandatory
for all the students.

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