Environment Sem 1 Bca

Model curriculum for UG Degree in BCA
Text/Reference Books:
1. AICTE’s Prescribed Textbook: Communication Skills in English (with Lab Manual),
Anjana Tiwari, Khanna Book Publishing Co., 2023.
2. Effective Communication Skills. Kul Bhushan Kumar, Khanna Book Publishing, 2022.
3. Practical English Usage. Michael Swan. OUP. 1995.
4. Remedial English Grammar. F.T. Wood. Macmillan.2007
5. On Writing Well. William Zinsser. Harper Resource Book. 2001
6. Study Writing. Liz Hamp-Lyons and Ben Heasly. Cambridge University Press. 2006.
7. Communication Skills. Sanjay Kumar and PushpLata. Oxford University Press. 2011. 8.
Exercises in Spoken English. Parts. I-III. CIEFL, Hyderabad. Oxford University Press.
Alternative NPTEL/SWAYAM Course:

S.No. NPTEL/SWAYAM Course Instructor Host Institute
Name
1 English language for Prof. Aysha iqbal IIT MADRAS
competitive exams
2 Technical English for engineers Prof. Aysha iqbal IITM
Course Outcomes: The student will acquire basic proficiency in English including reading
and listening comprehension, writing and speaking skills
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Indian Knowledge System

MDE 101 Indian Knowledge System 2L:0T:0P 2 Credits
*For Detailed Course Refer APPENDIX – II
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Environmental Science and Sustainability
VAC 101 Environmental Science and Sustainability 2L:0T:0P 2 Credits
Course description:
This course aims to familiarize students with fundamental environmental concepts and their
relevance to business operations, preparing them to address forthcoming sustainability
challenges. It is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to make
decisions that account for environmental consequences, fostering environmentally sensitive and
responsible future managers. The course content is divided into four comprehensive units.
Unit 1 introduces basic environmental principles, the man-environment relationship, and
sustainability issues.
Unit 2 focuses on ecosystems, biodiversity, and sustainable practices.
Unit 3 addresses environmental pollution, waste management, and sustainable development
strategies. Finally,
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Unit 4 explores social issues, environmental legislation, and practical applications through
hands-on fieldwork. Through this holistic approach, students will gain a deep understanding of
environmental processes, the importance of sustainable practices, and their role in promoting
sustainability within business contexts.
Course Objective(s):
1. This course aims to familiarize students with basic environmental concepts, their
relevance to business operations, and forthcoming sustainability challenges.
2. This course will equip students to make decisions that consider environmental
consequences.
3. This course will enable future business graduates to become environmentally sensitive
and responsible managers.
Course Content:
Unit 1: Understanding Environment, Natural Resources, and Sustainability

Fundamental environmental concepts and their relevance to business operations; Components
and segments of the environment, the man-environment relationship, and historical
environmental movements. Concept of sustainability; Classification of natural resources, issues
related to their overutilization, and strategies for their conservation. Sustainable practices in
managing resources, including deforestation, water conservation, energy security, and food
security issues. The conservation and equitable use of resources, considering both
intergenerational and intergenerational equity, and the importance of public awareness and
education.
Unit 2: Ecosystems, Biodiversity, and Sustainable Practices

Various natural ecosystems, learning about their structure, functions, and ecological
characteristics. The importance of biodiversity, the threats it faces, and the methods used for its
conservation. Ecosystem resilience, homeostasis, and carrying capacity, emphasizing the need
for sustainable ecosystem management. Strategies for in situ and ex situ conservation, nature
reserves, and the significance of India as a mega diverse nation.
Unit 3: Environmental Pollution, Waste Management, and Sustainable Development

Various types of environmental pollution, including air, water, noise, soil, and marine pollution,
and their impacts on businesses and communities. Causes of pollution, such as global climate
change, ozone layer depletion, the greenhouse effect, and acid rain, with a particular focus on
pollution episodes in India. Importance of adopting cleaner technologies; Solid waste
management; Natural and man-made disasters, their management, and the role of businesses in
mitigating disaster impacts.
Unit 4: Social Issues, Legislation, and Practical Applications

Dynamic interactions between society and the environment, with a focus on sustainable
development and environmental ethics. Role of businesses in achieving sustainable
development goals and promoting responsible consumption. Overview of key environmental
legislation and the judiciary's role in environmental protection, including the Water (Prevention
and Control of Pollution) Act of 1974, the Environment (Protection) Act of 1986, and the Air
(Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act of 1981. Environmental justice, environmental
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refugees, and the resettlement and rehabilitation of affected populations; Ecological economics,
human population growth, and demographic changes in India.
Readings:
Text Books (Latest Editions):

● Poonia, M.P. Environmental Studies (3rd ed.), Khanna Book Publishing Co.
● Bharucha, E. Textbook of Environmental Studies (3rd ed.) Orient Blackswan Private Ltd.
● Dave, D., & Katewa, S. S. Text Book of Environmental Studies. Cengage Learning India Pvt
Ltd.
● Rajagopalan, R. Environmental studies: from crisis to cure (4th ed.). Oxford University Press.
● Miller, G.T. & Spoolman S. Living in the Environment. (20th ed.). Cengage.
● Basu, M., & Xavier Savarimuthu, S. J. Fundamentals of environmental studies. Cambridge
University Press.
● Roy, M. G. Sustainable Development: Environment, Energy and Water Resources. Ane
Books.
● Pritwani, K. Sustainability of business in the context of environmental management. CRC
Press.
● Wright, R.T. & Boorse, D.F. Environmental Science: Toward A Sustainable Future (13th ed,).
Pearson.
References
Web links:
● https://www.ourplanet.com
● https://www.undp.org/content/undp/en/home/sustainable-development-goals.html
● www.myfootprint.org
● https://www.globalchange.umich.edu/globalchange1/current/lectures/kling/ecosystem
/ecosystem.html
Course Outcome(s):
1. Explore the basic environmental concepts and issues relevant to the business and
management field.
2. Recognize the interdependence between environmental processes and socio-economic
dynamics.
3. Determine the role of business decisions, policies, and actions in minimizing
environmental degradation.
4. Identify possible solutions to curb environmental problems caused by managerial
actions.
5. Develop skills to address immediate environmental concerns through changes in
business operations, policies, and decisions.
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Model curriculum for UG Degree in BCA

Alternative NPTEL/SWAYAM Course:

Indian Knowledge System

*For Detailed Course Refer APPENDIX – II

Unit 1: Understanding Environment, Natural Resources, and Sustainability

Unit 2: Ecosystems, Biodiversity, and Sustainable Practices

Unit 3: Environmental Pollution, Waste Management, and Sustainable Development

Unit 4: Social Issues, Legislation, and Practical Applications

Text Books (Latest Editions):

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