CURRENT UNDERGRADUATE ACADEMIC PROGRAMME
For
DEPARTMENT OF ZOOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY
LIST OF ACADEMIC STAFF
| S/N | NAME | RANK |
| 1. | CHRISTOPHER DIDIGWU NWANI | PROFESSOR/HOD |
| 2. | JOSEPH EFFIONG EYO | PROFESSOR |
| 3. | PATIENCE OBIAGELI UBACHUKWU | PROFESSOR |
| 4. | VEN. IKEM CHRISTIAN OKOYE | PROFESSOR |
| 5. | NDUKA ROSE OBIEZUE | PROFESSOR |
| 6. | NJOKU IVOKE | PROFESSOR |
| 7. | GREGORY EJIKEME ODO | PROFESSOR |
| 8. | FELICIA NKECHI EKEH | PROFESSOR |
| 9. | DR. (MRS) EKENMA JULIA AGWU | READER |
| 10. | DR. CHINEDU IFEANYI ATAMA | SENIOR LECTURER |
| 11. | DR. (MRS) GRACE CHINENYE ONYISHI | SENIOR LECTURER |
| 12. | DR. NGOZI EVELYN EZENWAJI | SENIOR LECTURER |
| 13. | DR. NKIRUKA FRANCISCA OPARAKU | SENIOR LECTURER |
| 14. | DR (MRS) NKIRU ESTHER EKECHUKWU | SENIOR LECTURER |
| 15. | DR. IKECHUKWU EUGENE ONAH | SENIOR LECTURER |
| 16. | DR. GODWIN IKECHUKWU NGWU | SENIOR LECTURER |
| 17. | DR. CHINWEIKE NORMAN ASOGWA | SENIOR LECTURER |
| 18. | DR. FRANCIS OGBONNA UGWU | SENIOR LECTURER |
| 19. | DR. NELSON IKE OSSAI | LECTURER 1 |
| 20. | MRS. TEMITOPE DADEWURA MELEFA | LECTURER 1 |
| 21. | FELIX ATAWAL ANDONG | LECTURER 1 |
| 22. | GERALD NNAMDI ATTAMA | LECTURER 1 |
| 23. | MRS. EBELE AUGUSTINA ORJI | LECTURER 1 |
| 24. | MR. ELIJAH CHIBUEZE ODII | LECTURER 11 |
| 25. | DR. IKELE CHIKA BRIGHT | LECTURER 11 |
| 26. | MR. CHARLES OBINWANNE OKOYE | LECTURER 11 |
| 27. | MRS. JOSEPHINE CHINENYE EKWEZUO | LECTURER 1 |
| 28. | CHIKE CHUKWUENYEM EBIDO | LECTURER 11 |
| 29. | IFEANYI MAXWELL EZENWA | LECTURER 11 |
| 30. | ELIJAH SUNDAY OKWUONU | LECTURER 11 |
| 31. | IFEANYI OSCAR NDIMKAOHA AGUZIE | LECTURER 11 |
| 32. | MRS. CHINENYE MARIA OHANU | LECTURER 11 |
| 33. | MR. KINGSLEY C. OKOYE | LECTURER 11 |
| 34. | JOY IHUOMA NZEI | LECTURER 1 |
| 35. | ECHUDE DANIEL | LECTURER 11 |
| 36. | CAJETHAN CHIDEBEM EZEORAH | LECTURER 11 |
| 37. | JULIET ONYEKACHI OKPASUO | LECTURER 11 |
| 38. | HOPE CHINWE EZINWA | LECTURER 11 |
| 39. | NNOLI NKECHI GLORIA | ASSISTANT LECTURER |
| 40. | IJEM ANYA NNACHI | LECTURER 11 |
| 41. | DR. J. O. OKORO | ASSISTANT LECTURER |
| 42. | FUNMILAYO FAITH HINMIKAIYE | GRADUATE ASSITANT |
| 43. | CHINEMEREM HODGES ORAKWELU | GRADUATE ASSISTANT |
| 44. | CHINEDU INNOCENT NGENE | GRADUATE ASSISTANT |
| 45. | CHIKE OBINNA CHIEJINA | GRADUATE ASSISTANT |
Brief History
“To restore the dignity of man” is the guiding principle on which the Department of Zoology and Environmental Biology (formerly Department of Zoology) was founded. This was way back in 1961. The Department was envisioned to be the first indigenous citadel of learning where zoology courses were taught to young Nigerians, Africans and global youths. The Department came out with the clear objective of giving effective training to Nigerians, Africans and global young men and women thus filling the need for the national and international production of high quality, competent and competitive Zoologist which possesses the attitude and attributes essential for the building of the nation to a desire focused direction and excellent level of intellectual development. These objectives were articulated with great clarity aimed at producing graduates who are versatile and of excellent intellectual fibre in addition to acquiring through passage within the university, a sound and impeccable moral character and a burning desire and willingness to devote themselves and their energies towards making great the Nigerian nation where excellence, truth and justice prevails. Against this background, the founding fathers in 1961 established the foundation Faculties of Science, Arts and The use of Library and Study Skill in addition to Engineering, and for the first time in Nigeria the School of General Studies. Within the Faculty of Science the Departments of Zoology, Botany, Physics and Chemistry were inaugurated as service and foundation Departments essential for man power development.
The Department of Zoology and Environmental Biology offers courses leading to the B.Sc (Hons.) Degree in Zoology and Environmental Biology. Admission is by University Matriculation Examination (UME) or by Direct-Entry. Candidates admitted by UME shall undergo a four-year degree programme while those admitted by Direct-Entry shall undertake a three-year degree programme.
Philosophy
In accordance with the Philosophy of the University, the Zoology and Environmental Biology programme is planned to promote general and practical education in Zoology and Environmental Biology. Animals’ existence is totally dependent on the abiotic and biotic variables of its environment. The knowledge of Zoology and Environmental Biology is the central theme in such emerging areas like Ecotoxicology, Animal Biotechnology, Biodiversity studies, Ecosystem monitoring, Environmental Management and Animal Bioinformatics. Environmental biology encompassing such multidisciplinary area has become an important issue in animal biodiversity prospecting and environmental management. Hence, it is imperative that the student should be properly trained to enable her play the expected pivotal roles in these emerging field of learning. Thus to play this role, adequate knowledge of environmental biology is imperative and has been built into the curriculum.
Objectives
- The objective of the programme is to train students to respond to the global challenges and the needs of the Nigerian society in particular, through broad training/education in the areas of General Biology, General and Applied Invertebrate and Vertebrate Zoology; Animal Developmental Biology, Histology, Genetics and Animal Breeding, Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics, Animal biotechnology, Animal Ecology, Systematic and Evolutionary Zoology, Animal Behaviour, General Physiology and Environmental Biology.
- To equip students with adequate practical knowledge that will enable them be self reliant and captains of biomedical, agro-aquacultural, petrochemical, environmental and human development industries.
- To equip students with adequate research techniques that will enable them function as research officers in biomedical, agro-aquacultural, petrochemical and environmental sectors of both national and global economies.
- To give adequate, effective and resourceful training needed for the national and international production of high quality, competent and competitive Zoologist that possess the attitude, character and attributes essential for building the Nigeria nation to excellent level of societal development.
Scope
Student are train in the areas of General Biology, General and Applied Invertebrate and Vertebrate Zoology; Animal Developmental Biology, Histology, Genetics and Animal Breeding, Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics, Animal biotechnology, Animal Ecology, Systematic and Evolutionary Zoology, Animal Behaviour, General Physiology and Environmental Biology. Students are also required to take ancillary courses in; Chemistry, Biochemistry, Statistics and Computer Science as well as elective courses in Mathematics, Physics, Agriculture, Geology, Computer Science, Microbiology, Soil Science, Plant Science and Biotechnology and Modern Languages.
In the final year the students are expected to branch out into one of the special areas (Parasitology, Fisheries Biology, Physiology, Entomology, Environmental Biology Genetics and Animal biotechnology, and take advanced courses in these areas that offer them greater exposure and in-depth knowledge in their chosen options. In addition, the Students’ Industrial Work Experience Scheme has been incorporated in the programme. It is scheduled for the second semester of the third year.
Areas in Zoology and Environmental Biology programme which are of particular National importance/interest include such areas as Fisheries Biology, Parasitology, Entomology (Pure and Applied), General and Comparative Animal Physiology as well as Environmental Biology, Animal Genetics, Animal biotechnology, Molecular Biology that are offered in greater detail in the third and the final year.
Zoology and Environmental Biology courses may be combined with others in relevant disciplines for the B.Sc. (Hons) degree in Zoology and Environmental Biology/ Plant Science and Biotechnology, Zoology and Environmental Biology/ Chemistry, Zoology and Environmental Biology / Biochemistry, Zoology and Environmental Biology / Microbiology, Education/Biology, etc.
Entry Requirements
- UME Entry Requirements: Five O level credit passes at not more than two sitting to include Biology, English Language, Mathematics or Physics and Chemistry are mandatory; at School Certificate or its equivalent are acceptable.
- Direct-Entry Requirements: Principal level passes at HSC or GCE A/L in Biology or Zoology and one other Science subject plus a credit pass in Mathematics or Physics in School Certificate or its equivalent; Diploma in Applied Biology from recognized institutions plus 4 credit level passes including Chemistry and Biology and a credit pass in English Language in School Certificate or its equivalent. A degree in relevant fields plus UME requirements, HND and NCE credit pass are acceptable.
Job Opportunities
Graduates of Zoology and Environmental Biology can find employment in different specialized sectors of the national and global economy. Relatively few of these sectors include; medical and biomedical sector such as hospitals, clinic, public health facilities, pharmaceutical companies, diseases vectors control departments, World Health Organization and medical and biomedical research institutions etc, for professional in public health and parasitology, entomology, animal biotechnology and physiology.
In agricultural establishments, pest control and crop protection units, aquaculture facilities, Institute of Marine and Oceanographic Research, Institute of Freshwater Fish Research, Institute of Topical Agriculture, fisheries unit of Ministry of Agriculture, veterinary clinics, snailry, laboratory /small animal production facilities, Food and Agricultural Organization, Food and Drugs Administration Agencies etc for professional entomologist, fisheries scientist, aquaculturist, animal biotechnologist and hydrobiologist.
Urban and municipal waste management, sewage management, sanitation projects, pollution and Environmental Protection Agencies, environmental impact assessment facilities, wild life and games resorts, zoological parks, biodiversity prospecting projects, museums of natural history and petrochemical industries (Oil and Gas industries) etc, for ecologist, hydrobiologist, mammalogist, environmental biologist, conservationist, animal biotechnologist etc.
They can also find work in industries such as breweries, feed production, food processing and educational facilities as auxiliary teachers, and in agricultural and commercial banks as bankers.
CURRENT ACADEMIC PROGRAMME
FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF ZOOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY
Stress Areas
The stress areas of the Department are as follows:
- General Zoology
- Physiology
- Parasitology
- Entomology
- Fisheries Biology
- Animal Ecology
- Project
Standard Four Year Degree Programme
First Year
First Semester
Major Courses
BIO 151 General Biology I 3
Required Ancillary
CHM 101 Basic Principles of Chemistry 2
CHM 171 Basic Practical Chemistry 2
MTH 111 General Mathematics I 3
MTH 121 General Mathematics II 3
PHY 101 General Physics for Life Sciences 2
PHY 191 Practical Physics 2
GSP 101 Communication in English I 2
GSP 111 The use of Library and Study Skill 2
Total 21
Second Semester
Major Courses
ZOO 102 Introductory Zoology 2
BIO 152 General Biology II 3
BIO 154 General Biology Practical 2
Required Ancillary
CHM 112 Basic Principles of Chemistry 2
CHM 122 Basic Principles of Chemistry 2
PHY 102 General Physics for Life Sciences II 2
GSP 102 Communication in English II 2
Total 15
Electives
ZOO 122 Parasitology for Medical Students 2
MCB 102 Introductory Microbiology 2
Second Year
First Semester
Major Courses
ZOO 201 General Invertebrate Zoology I 3
Required Ancillary
BCH 201 General Biochemistry 3
COS 101 Introduction to Computer Sciences 2
STA 203 Statistics for Agricultural & Biological Sciences I 2
CHM 221 General Organic Chemistry I 2
GSP 201 Basic Concepts and theory of Peace 2
GSP 207 Logic, Philosophy and Human Existence 2
Electives 19/20
Electives
BOT 211 Algology & Bryology 3
BOT 221 Plant Anatomy I 4
MCB 201 General Microbiology I 4
Second Semester
Major Courses
ZOO 202 General Invertebrate Zoology II 3
ZOO 204 Advanced & Comparative Invertebrate Zoology 3
Required Ancillary
BCH 202 General Biochemistry 3
COS 304 Computer Application 2
CHM 222 General Organic Chemistry 2
STA 204 Statistics for Agricultural & Biological Sciences II 2
GSP 202 Issues in peace and conflict resolution studies 2
GSP 208 Nigerian People and Culture 2
Elective(s) 4
23
Electives
BOT 242 Mycology I 4
MCB 202 General Microbiology II 4
THIRD YEAR
First Semester
Major Courses
ZOO 301 General Vertebrate Zoology I 3
ZOO 311 Basic Physiology 4
ZOO 313 Histology 3
BIO 351 General Genetics 2
Required Ancillary
CED 341 Introduction to Entrepreneurship 2
Electives 5/6
19/20
Electives
ZOO 305 Laboratory Techniques 2
ZOO 331 Applied Entomology 3
BOT 311 Morphology of Pteridophytes and Gymnosperms 4
BOT 311 Morphology & Taxonomy of Angiosperms 4
BOT 371 Special Problems I 2
MCB 311 Microbial Physiology & Metabolism 4
Second Semester
Major Courses
ZOO 302 General Vertebrate Zoology II 3
ZOO 304 Advanced & Comparative Vertebrate Zoology 3
ZOO 312 Basic Physiology Practical 2
BIO 352 Cytogenetics 4
BIO 362 Basic Principles of Ecology 4
Required Ancillary
CED 342 Business Development and Management 2
Electives ¾
21/22
Electives
ZOO 322 Introductory Parasitology 3
ZOO 342 Introductory Fishery Biology 3
BOT 332 Plant Physiology 4
Fourth Year
First Semester
Major Courses
ZOO 401 Seminar 2
ZOO 403 Taxonomy & Evolution 3
ZOO 411 Developmental Biology 4
ZOO 413 Animal Physiology I 4
or
ZOO 421 Animal Parasitology I 4
or
ZOO 431 General Entomology I 4
or
ZOO 441 Fisheries Biology I 4
Electives 2/4
15/17
Electives
ZOO 443 Pure & Applied Hydrobiology 2
ZOO 453 Conservation and Wildlife Management 4
Second Semester
Major Courses
ZOO 402 Animal Behaviour 4
ZOO 412 Animal Physiology II 4
or
ZOO 422 Animal Parasitology II 4
or
ZOO 432 General Entomology II 4
or
ZOO 442 Fisheries Biology II 4
ZOO 452 Animal Ecology 4
ZOO 460 Research Project 6
18
Elective
ZOO 454 Mammalogy 2
Standard Three Year Degree Programme
First Year
First Semester
Course No Course Title Units
Major Courses
ZOO 201 General Invertebrate Zoology 3
Required Ancillary Courses
BCH 201 General Biochemistry 3
COS 101 Introduction to Computer Sciences 2
CHM 221 General Organic Chemistry 2
STA 203 Statistics for Agricultural & Biological Sciences I 2
General Studies
GSP 101 Communication in English I 2
GSP 111 The use of Library and Study Skill 2
Electives 3/4
Total 19/20
Electives
BOT 211 Algology & Bryology 3
BOT 221 Plant Anatomy I 4
MCB 201 General Microbiology I 4
Second Semester
Major Courses
ZOO 202 General Invertebrate Zoology II 3
ZOO 204 Advanced & Comparative Invertebrate Zoology 3
Required Ancillary Courses
BCH 202 General Biochemistry 3
COS 304 Computer Application 2
CHM 222 General Organic Chemistry 2
STA 204 Statistics for Agricultural & Biological Sciences II 2
General Studies
GSP 102 Communication in English II 2
Elective 4
Total 19
Electives
BOT 242 Mycology I 4
MCB 202 General Microbiology II 4
Second Year
First Semester
Major Courses
Course No Course Title Units
ZOO 301 General Vertebrate Zoology I 3
ZOO 311 Basic Physiology 4
ZOO 313 Histology 3
BIO 351 General Genetics 2
Required Ancillary Courses
CED 341 Introduction to Entrepreneurship 2
General Studies
GSP 201 Basic Concepts and theory of Peace 2
GSP 207 Logic, Philosophy and Human Existence 2
Electives 2/3/4
Total 20/21/22
Electives
ZOO 305 Laboratory Techniques 2
ZOO 331 Applied Entomology 3
BOT 311 Morphology of Pteridophytes and Gymnosperms 4
BOT 311 Morphology & Taxonomy of Angiosperms 4
BOT 371 Special Problems I 2
MCB 311 Microbial Physiology & Metabolism 4
Second Semester
Major Courses
ZOO 302 General Vertebrate Zoology II 3
ZOO 304 Advanced & Comparative Vertebrate Zoology 3
ZOO 312 Basic Physiology Practical 2
BIO 352 Cytogenetics 4
BIO 362 Basic Principles of Ecology 4
CED 342 Business Development and Management 2
GSP 208 Nigerian People and Culture 2
Electives ¾
23/24
Electives
ZOO 322 Introductory Parasitology 3
ZOO 342 Introductory Fishery Biology 3
BOT 332 Plant Physiology 4
Third Year
First Semester
Major Courses
ZOO 401 Seminar 2
ZOO 403 Taxonomy & Evolution 3
ZOO 411 Developmental Biology 4
ZOO 413 Animal Physiology I 4
or
ZOO 421 Animal Parasitology I 4
or
ZOO 431 General Entomology I 4
or
ZOO 441 Fisheries Biology I 4
Electives 2/4
15/17
Electives
ZOO 443 Pure & Applied Hydrobiology 2
ZOO 453 Conservation and Wildlife Management 4
Second Semester
Major Courses
ZOO 402 Animal Behaviour 4
ZOO 412 Animal Physiology II 4
or
ZOO 422 Animal Parasitology II 4
or
ZOO 432 General Entomology II 4
or
ZOO 442 Fisheries Biology II 4
ZOO 452 Animal Ecology 4
ZOO 460 Research Project 6
18
Elective
ZOO 454 Mammalogy 2
ZOOLOGY/CHEMISTRY
First Year
First Semester
Major Course
Course No Course Title Units
First Semester
Major Courses
BIO 151 General Biology I 3
CHM 101 Basic Principles of Chemistry 2
CHM 171 Basic Practical Chemistry 2
Required Ancillary
MTH 111 General Mathematics I 3
MTH 121 General Mathematics II 3
PHY 101 General Physics for Life Sciences 2
PHY 191 Practical Physics 2
GSP 101 Communication in English I 2
GSP 111 The use of Library and Study Skill 2
21
Second Semester
Major Courses
ZOO 102 Introductory Zoology 2
BIO 152 General Biology II 3
BIO 154 General Biology Practical 2
CHM 112 Basic Principles of Chemistry 2
CHM 122 Basic Principles of Chemistry 2
Required Ancillary
PHY 102 General Physics for Life Sciences II 2
MTH 112 Elementary Mathematics II 3
GSP 102 Communication in English II 2
Total 18
Electives
ZOO 122 Parasitology for Medical Students 2
MCB 102 Introductory Microbiology 2
Second Year
First Semester
Major Courses
ZOO 201 General Invertebrate Zoology I 3
CHM 201 General Inorganic Chemistry 2
CHM 211 General Physical Chemistry 2
CHM 221 General Organic Chemistry 1 2
Required Ancillary
COS 101 Introduction to Computer Sciences 2
STA 203 Statistics for Agricultural & Biological Sciences I 2
GSP 201 Basic Concepts and theory of Peace 2
GSP 207 Logic, Philosophy and Human Existence 2
17
Electives
BCH 201 General Biochemistry 3
BOT 211 Algology & Bryology 3
BOT 221 Plant Anatomy I 4
MCB 201 General Microbiology I 4
Second Semester
Major Courses
ZOO 202 General Invertebrate Zoology II 3
ZOO 204 Advanced & Comparative Invertebrate Zoology 3
CHM 222 General Organic Chemistry II 2
CHM 232 Analytical Chemistry 2
CHM 272 Practical Inorganic Chemistry II 2
COS 304 Computer Application 2
STA 204 Statistics for Agricultural & Biological Sciences II 2
GSP 202 Issues in peace and conflict resolution studies 2
GSP 208 Nigerian People and Culture 2
20
Electives
BCH 202 General Biochemistry 3
BOT 242 Mycology I 4
MCB 202 General Microbiology II 4
Third Year
First Semester
Major Courses
ZOO 301 General Vertebrate Zoology I 3
ZOO 313 Histology 3
CHM 273 Practical Organic Chemistry 2
CHM 301 Inorganic Chemistry I 2
CHM 321 Organic Chemistry I 2
BIO 351 General Genetics 2
CED 341 Introduction to Entrepreneurship 2
16
Electives
ZOO 305 Laboratory Techniques 2
ZOO 331 Applied Entomology 3
BOT 311 Morphology of Pteridophytes and Gymnosperms 4
BOT 311 Morphology & Taxonomy of Angiosperms 4
BOT 371 Special Problems I 2
MCB 311 Microbial Physiology & Metabolism 4
Second Semester
Major Courses
ZOO 302 General Vertebrate Zoology II 3
ZOO 304 Advanced & Comparative Vertebrate Zoology 3
BIO 352 Cytogenetics 4
BIO 362 Basic Principles of Ecology 4
CHM 322 Organic Chemistry II 2
CHM 324 Organic Chemistry III 2
CED 342 Business Development and Management 2
20
Electives
ZOO 322 Introductory Parasitology 3
ZOO 342 Introductory Fishery Biology 3
BOT 332 Plant Physiology 4
Fourth Year
First Semester
Major Courses
ZOO 311 Basic Physiology 4
ZOO 403 Taxonomy & Evolution 3
ZOO 411 Developmental Biology 4
CHM 311 Physical & Structural Chemistry I 2
CHM 373 Practical Organic Chemistry II 2
CHM 375 Applied Spectroscopy 2
CHM 421 Advanced Organic Chemistry I 2
CHM 431 Modern Analytical Techniques 2
21
Electives
ZOO 413 Animal Physiology I 4
ZOO 421 Animal Parasitology I 4
ZOO 431 General Entomology I 4
ZOO 441 Fisheries Biology I 4
ZOO 443 Pure & Applied Hydrobiology 2
ZOO 453 Conservation and Wildlife Management 4
Second Semester
Major Courses
ZOO 312 Basic Physiology Practical 2
ZOO 402 Animal Behaviour 4
ZOO 452 Animal Ecology 4
CHM 312 Physical & Structural Chemistry II 2
CHM 422 Advance Organic Chemistry II 2
CHM 492 Research Project in Chemistry
or
ZOO 460 Research Project in Zoology 6
Total 20
Elective
ZOO 412 Animal Physiology II 4
ZOO 422 Animal Parasitology II 4
ZOO 432 General Entomology II 4
ZOO 442 Fisheries Biology II 4
ZOO 454 Mammalogy 2
ZOOLOGY/BIOCHEMISTRY
First Year
First Semester
Major Courses
BIO 151 General Biology I 3
Required Ancillary
CHM 101 Basic Principles of Chemistry 2
CHM 171 Basic Practical Chemistry 2
MTH 111 General Mathematics I 3
MTH 121 General Mathematics II 3
PHY 101 General Physics for Life Sciences 2
PHY 191 Practical Physics 2
GSP 101 Communication in English I 2
GSP 111 The use of Library and Study Skill 2
21
Second Semester
Major Courses
ZOO 102 Introductory Zoology 2
BIO 152 General Biology II 3
BIO 154 General Biology Practical 2
Required Ancillary
CHM 112 Basic Principles of Chemistry 2
CHM 122 Basic Principles of Chemistry 2
PHY 102 General Physics for Life Sciences II 2
PHY 104 General Physics for Life Sciences III 2
GSP 102 Communication in English II 2
Total 17
Electives
ZOO 122 Parasitology for Medical Students 2
MCB 102 Introductory Microbiology 2
SECOND YEAR
First Semester
Major Courses
ZOO 201 General Invertebrate Zoology I 3
BCH 201 General Biochemistry 3
Required Ancillary
COS 101 Introduction to Computer Sciences 2
STA 203 Statistics for Agricultural & Biological Sciences I 2
CHM 221 General Organic Chemistry I 2
GSP 201 Basic Concepts and theory of Peace 2
GSP 207 Logic, Philosophy and Human Existence 2
Electives ¾
Total 19/20
Electives
BOT 211 Algology & Bryology 3
BOT 221 Plant Anatomy I 4
MCB 201 General Microbiology I 4
Second Semester
Major Courses
ZOO 202 General Invertebrate Zoology II 3
ZOO 204 Advanced & Comparative Invertebrate Zoology 3
BCH 202 General Biochemistry II 3
Required Ancillary
COS 304 Computer Application 2
CHM 222 General Organic Chemistry 2
STA 204 Statistics for Agricultural & Biological Sciences II 2
GSP 202 Issues in peace and conflict resolution studies 2
GSP 208 Nigerian People and Culture 2
Total 19
Electives
BOT 242 Mycology I 4
MCB 202 General Microbiology II 4
Third Year
First Semester
Major Courses
ZOO 301 General Vertebrate Zoology I 3
ZOO 313 Histology 3
BCH 301 Enzymology 3
BCH 351 Primary Metabolic Pathways I 2
BCH 352 Primary Metabolic Pathways II 2
BCH 353 Primary Metabolic Pathways III 2
BCH 354 Primary Metabolic Pathways IV 2
BIO 351 General Genetics 2
Required Ancillary
CED 341 Introduction to Entrepreneurship 2
21
Electives
ZOO 305 Laboratory Techniques 2
ZOO 331 Applied Entomology 3
ZOO 311 Basic Physiology 4
BOT 371 Special Problems I 2
BOT 311 Morphology of Pteridophytes and Gymnosperms 4
BOT 311 Morphology & Taxonomy of Angiosperms 4
MCB 311 Microbial Physiology & Metabolism 4
Second Semester
Major Courses
ZOO 302 General Vertebrate Zoology II 3
ZOO 304 Advanced & Comparative Vertebrate Zoology 3
ZOO 312 Basic Physiology Practical 2
BIO 352 Cytogenetics 4
BIO 362 Basic Principles of Ecology 4
Required Ancillary
CHM 322 Organic Chemistry II 2
CHM 324 Organic Chemistry III 2
CED 342 Business Development and Management 2
22
Electives
ZOO 322 Introductory Parasitology 3
ZOO 342 Introductory Fishery Biology 3
BOT 332 Plant Physiology 4
Fourth Year
First Semester
Major Courses
BCH 491 Seminar in Biochemistry or
ZOO 401 Seminar in Zoology 2
ZOO 403 Taxonomy & Evolution 3
ZOO 411 Developmental Biology 4
ZOO 443 Pure & Applied Hydrobiology 2
BCH 401 Advanced Enzymology 2
BCH 411 Biosynthesis of Macromolecules 2
BCH 421 Tissue Biochemistry 2
BCH 481 Biochemical Reasoning 1
Total 18
Electives
ZOO 413 Animal Physiology I 4
ZOO 421 Animal Parasitology I 4
ZOO 431 General Entomology I 4
ZOO 441 Fisheries Biology I 4
ZOO 453 Conservation and Wildlife Management 4
Second Semester
Major Courses
ZOO 402 Animal Behaviour 4
ZOO 452 Animal Ecology 4
BCH 342 Nutritional Biochemistry 1
BCH 452 Metabolic Regulations 2
BCH 482 Advanced Biochemistry Methods 2
BCH 492 Research Project in Biochemistry or
ZOO 460 Research Project in Zoology 6
Total 19
Electives
ZOO 412 Animal Physiology II 4
ZOO 422 Animal Parasitology II 4
ZOO 432 General Entomology II 4
ZOO 442 Fisheries Biology II 4
ZOO 454 Mammalogy 2
ZOOLOGY/BOTANY
First Year
First Semester
Major Courses
BIO 151 General Biology I 3
Required Ancillary
CHM 101 Basic Principles of Chemistry 2
CHM 171 Basic Practical Chemistry 2
MTH 111 General Mathematics I 3
MTH 121 General Mathematics II 3
PHY 101 General Physics for Life Sciences 2
PHY 191 Practical Physics 2
GSP 101 Communication in English I 2
GSP 111 The use of Library and Study Skill 2
Total 21
Second Semester
Major Courses
ZOO 102 Introductory Zoology 2
BIO 152 General Biology II 3
BIO 154 General Biology Practical 2
Required Ancillary
CHM 112 Basic Principles of Chemistry 2
CHM 122 Basic Principles of Chemistry 2
PHY 102 General Physics for Life Sciences II 2
GSP 102 Communication in English II 2
Total 15
Electives
ZOO 122 Parasitology for Medical Students 2
MCB 102 Introductory Microbiology 2
Second Year
First Semester
Major Courses
ZOO 201 General Invertebrate Zoology I 3
BOT 211 Algology & Bryology 3
BOT 221 Plant Anatomy I 4
Required Ancillary
BCH 201 General Biochemistry 3
COS 101 Introduction to Computer Sciences 2
STA 203 Statistics for Agricultural & Biological Sciences I 2
CHM 221 General Organic Chemistry I 2
GSP 207 Logic, Philosophy and Human Existence 2
21
Second Semester
Major Courses
ZOO 202 General Invertebrate Zoology II 3
ZOO 204 Advanced & Comparative Invertebrate Zoology 3
BOT 242 Introductory Mycology I 4
Required Ancillary
BCH 202 General Biochemistry 3
COS 304 Computer Application 2
CHM 222 General Organic Chemistry 2
STA 204 Statistics for Agricultural & Biological Sciences II 2
GSP 208 Nigerian People and Culture 2
21
Third Year
First Semester
Major Courses
ZOO 301 General Vertebrate Zoology I 3
ZOO 313 Histology 3
BOT 311 Morphology of Pteridophytes and Gymnosperms 4
BOT 313 Morphology & Taxonomy of Angiosperms 4
BIO 351 General Genetics 2
Required Ancillary
CED 341 Introduction to Entrepreneurship 2
Electives 2/3/4
Total 20/21/22
Electives
ZOO 311 Basic Physiology 4
ZOO 331 Applied Entomology 3
BOT 371 Special Problems I 2
MCB 311 Microbial Physiology & Metabolism 4
Second Semester
Major Courses
ZOO 302 General Vertebrate Zoology II 3
ZOO 304 Advanced & Comparative Vertebrate Zoology 3
ZOO 312 Basic Physiology Practical 2
BOT 342 General Mycology 3
BIO 352 Cytogenetics 4
BIO 362 Basic Principles of Ecology 4
Required Ancillary
CED 342 Business Development and Management 2
21
Electives
ZOO 322 Introductory Parasitology 3
ZOO 342 Introductory Fishery Biology 3
BOT 332 Plant Physiology 4
Fourth Year
First Semester
Major Courses
ZOO 403 Taxonomy & Evolution 3
ZOO 411 Developmental Biology 4
BOT 431 Advanced Plant Physiology 4
BOT 441 Plant Pathology 4
BOT 481 Seminar in Botany
or
ZOO 401 Seminar in Zoology 2
17
Electives
ZOO 443 Pure & Applied Hydrobiology 2
ZOO 453 Conservation and Wildlife Management 4
ZOO 413 Animal Physiology I 4
ZOO 421 Animal Parasitology I 4
ZOO 431 General Entomology I 4
ZOO 441 Fisheries Biology I 4
Second Semester
Major Courses
ZOO 402 Animal Behaviour 4
ZOO 452 Animal Ecology
or
BOT 462 Plant Ecology 4
BOT 422 Plant Anatomy 4
ZOO 460 Research Project 6
18
Elective
ZOO 412 Animal Physiology II 4
ZOO 422 Animal Parasitology II 4
ZOO 432 General Entomology II 4
ZOO 442 Fisheries Biology II 4
ZOO 454 Mammalogy 2
DESCRIPTION OF COURSES OFFERED
ZOO 102 Introductory Zoology (2 Units)
(Pre-requisite: BIO 151)
The origin of life, generalized cell, functions of cell organelles. Diversity of animal forms. Habitats adaptive patterns and organization. Evolutionary survey of the main animal groups; protozoa, porifera, coelenterate, aschelminths, annelida, mollusca, arthropoda, echinodermata, protochrodata, pisces, amphibia, reptilia, aves and mammalian with emphasis on general morphology and development.
ZOO 122: Basic Parasitology for Medical Students (Services Course) (2 Units)
(Pre-requisite: BIO 151)
The phenomenon of parasitism. Major types of parasites of man and their life cycle; viruses, rickettsis, spirochaetes, protozoa, helminthes, arthropoda. Zoonoses, pathology, transmission and control of parasitic disease in the tropics with particular reference to Nigeria and West Africa.
ZOO 201: General Invertebrate Zoology I (3 Units)
(Pre-requisite: BIO 151, BIO 152, BIO 154 or their equivalents).
General characteristics, organization, classification, interrelationships, life history, modes of life adaptations and economic importance or the invertebrate phyla illustrated with selected examples from the protozoa to annelida.
ZOO 202 General Invertebrate Zoology II (3 Units)
(Pre-requisite: ZOO 102 and ZOO 201 or their equivalents)
General characteristics, organization, classification, interrelationships, life history, modes of life adaptations and economic importance or the invertebrate phyla illustrated with selected examples from arthropoda to echinodermata.
ZOO 204: Advanced and Comparative Invertebrate Zoology (3 Units)
(Pre-requisite: ZOO 102 and ZOO 201 or their equivalents)
General principles of organization in relation to functional requirements of invertebrates; comparative aspects of movements, comparative study of nutrition (food and feeding mechanisms), respiration, excretion, coordination and their phylogenetic significance, adaptations of invertebrates to special modes of life.
ZOO 301: General Vertebrate Zoology I (3 Units)
(Pre-requisite: BIO 151, BIO 152, BIO 154 and ZOO 102 or their equivalents)
General characteristics, organization, comparative morphology and anatomy, classification, range of form, origin, evolution and phylogenetic relationships, distribution and general biology of protochordate, pisces and amphibia illustrated with selected examples.
ZOO 302: (General Vertebrate Zoology II (3 Units)
(Pre-requisite: BIO 151, BIO 152, BIO 154, ZOO 102 and Zoo 301 or their equivalents)
General characteristics, organization, comparative morphology and anatomy, classification, range of form, origin, evolution and phylogenetic relationships, distribution and general biology of the reptilia, aves and mammalia illustrated with selected examples.
ZOO 304: Advanced and Comparative Vertebrate Zoology II (3 Units)
(Pre-requisites: ZOO 102 and Zoo 301 or their equivalents).
Phenomenon of adaptive radiation in vertebrates; skeletal systems and the evolution of the pectoral girdle. Comparative treatment of locomotory, circulatory and neuroendocrine systems. Treatment of such topics as fisheries, bird and mammalian ecology and behaviour with particular reference to Africa.
ZOO 305: Laboratory Techniques and Procedures I (2 Units)
(Pre-requisite: BIO 151, BIO 152, BIO 154 and ZOO 102 or their equivalents)
Micro-techniques, microphotography and biological illustrations in zoology. Histological and ecological and physiological techniques. Entomological, parasitological and fisheries techniques. Museum techniques and preparation of skeletons and other teaching aids.
ZOO 311: Basic Physiology (4 Units)
(Pre-requisite: BIO 151, BIO 152, BIO 154 or their equivalents)
Principles of physiology as illustrated by cells, tissues, organs and whole organisms. Functional interrelationships to different organs and systems in vertebrates. Metabolic processes; co-ordination and control of metabolism, growth, reproduction and contraception.
ZOO 312: Basic Physiology Practical (2 Units)
(Pre-requisite: BIO 151, BIO 152, BIO 154 or their equivalents)
Simple chemical tests for food substances (carbohydrates, fats and proteins). Simple enzymes bioassay techniques for amylases, lipases and proteases. Simple haematological techniques; red blood cell counts, white blood cell counts, platelets counts, packed cell volume (PVC), etc. ABO blood groups and red cell fragility test. Simple experiments on vertebrate metabolism; respiratory gaseous exchange, circulatory system, aspects of extra-renal elimination of wastes and hormone bioassay.
ZOO 313: Histology (3 Units)
(Pre-requisite: BIO 151, BIO 152, BIO 154 or their equivalents).
The detailed structure of tissues and organs of vertebrates, and the relation of these structures to function. Histological and histochemical techniques.
Zoo 322: Introductory Parasitology (3 Units)
(Pre-requisites: Zoo. 201).
Types of animal parasites. The ecology of animal parasites; life histories, modes of transmission and epidemiology. A review of important viral, rickettsial and spirochaetal infections of man and animals. Protozoal, helminth and arthropod diseases of man and animals; pathogenicity, prevention and control. Economic importance of parasites with special reference to Nigeria and West Africa.
ZOO 331: Applied Entomology I (3 Units)
(Pre-requisites: BIO 151, BIO 152 and BIO 154, ZOO 202 or their equivalents).
An introductory course to the study of the main groups of insects, ticks and mites related to human welfare and economy, especially in the Ethiopian faunal region with emphasis in the fields of agriculture, medicine and commerce. Basic classification leading to recognition and identification, patterns of life history, bionomics of suitable species. Economic importance and the general principles and methods of arthropod pest control.
ZOO 342: Introductory Fishery Biology (3 Units)
Classification, morphology and life history of important freshwater and marine fishes of West Africa with emphasis on Nigeria species. Adaptation of fish to aquatic life. Traditional fishing crafts, gear and methods. Fundamental principles of fishery management and production; fish culture practices in Nigeria – aims and types. Importance of fish and fishery products.
ZOO 401: Seminar: (2 Units)
Literature research/review on selected topics under staff guidance written up and presented in class and finally submitted as a write-up.
ZOO 402: Animal Behaviour II (4 Units)
(Pre-requisites: Zoo 201. Zoo 202, Zoo 204, Zoo 301, Zoo 302 and Zoo 304).
Principles of animal behaviour. Neurophysiological sense organs; stimuli, reflexes and biological rhythms. Instinct, learning, conflict behaviour. Propagative and other aspects of behaviour as shown by invertebrates and vertebrates including man.
ZOO 403: Taxonomy and Evolution (3 Units)
(Pre-requisites: Zoo 201. Zoo 202, Zoo 301 and Zoo 302).
A study of the principles of the collection, preservation, identification and classification of animals. The theories and mechanism of evolution with special emphasis on the genetic basis for evolution. Human evolution with special reference to man’s African origins.
ZOO 411: Developmental Biology (4 Units)
(Pre-requisites: Bio. 151 to Bio. 154 or their equivalents).
Comparative study of animal development emphasizing differences in developmental biology; techniques of and inference from experimental embryology.
ZOO 412: Environmental Physiology II (4 Units)
Physiological adjustments to the environment: temperature, heat, pressure, chemicals etc. animal rhythms. Life and regulatory mechanisms; ecto- and endo – terms etc. Formancy phenomena in animals. Physiological adjustments to diving, high altitudes and exercise, endogenous and exogenous factors in reproductive strategies physiology of specialized effectors – electric organs, vision, auditory phenomena; balance.
ZOO 413: Comparative Animal Physiology I (4 Units)
(1) Important concepts in physiology, (2) Membrane physiology and maintenance of steady state in animal cells; (3) Metabolic rate and body size.(4) Principles of gaseous exchange aquatic and terrestrial respiration. Respiratory adaptations and their physiological basis. (5) Comparative account of animal nutrition, (6) Haemodynamics Comparative treatment of animal hearts and circulatory mechanisms. (7) Homoeostasis – Regulation of body fluid composition; detoxification mechanisms and nitrogenous excretion. (8) Neuromuscular physiology. (9) Sensory and hormonal integrative mechanisms. (10) Growth and reproduction in animals.
ZOO 421: Animal Parasitology 1 General Parasitology (4 Units)
The ecological basis and nature, origin and features of parasitism; kinds and habitats of parasites, concepts and definition of hosts; ecology and geographical distribution of animal parasites. A review of important viral, rickettsial and spirochaetal infections of man and animals. Survey of parasitic protozoa; classification, biology and life cycles; transmission, epidemiology, pathogenic mechanisms, treatment and control. A comprehensive review of parasitic worms and nematodes. Classification, functional morphology and life cycles, geographical distribution, epidemiology, pathogenesis, treatment and control. Medical entomology: Disease causing arthropoda including myiasis) classification, habitats, life cycles, transmission and control. Insecticide and insecticide resistance.
ZOO 422: Animal Parasitology II (4 Units)
Physiology of animal parasites: nutrition, host finding mechanisms; physiology of the infectious process (e.g. excystment, hatching, escheatment). Physiology of host parasite relationship, host nutrition and parasite physiology. Biochemistry of animal parasites: Oxygen relations, carbon dioxide utilization, energy metabolism, active transport, phosphorylation. Reproductive physiology and biochemistry. Immunology of animal parasites: Non-specific mechanisms of immunity inmate immunity, specific immunological responses, immunoglobulins, complement and other factors; antigens ands the process of antibody production; serological aspects of the antigen-antibody reaction, cross reactions. Delayed – type hypersensitivity. Hypersensitivity mediated by antibodies. Cell-mediated immunity. Immunodiagnosis. Antiallergy and it’s relation to parasitic disease. Epidemiology and Public Health Parasitology: Epidemiological methods. Health – related aspects of community development; water supply, sanitation and disposal of waste matter. Epidemiology and control of water and food borne infections. Epidemiology and the control of Zoonoses. Administrative and cultural aspects of communicable disease control. Parasitic population models and the control of parasitic diseases.
ZOO 431: Entomology I: (4 Units)
(Pre-requisites Zoo. 202, Zoo 331)).
A comprehensive study of the taxonomy and bionomics of major insect orders with particular reference to tropical/subtropical specie; of agricultural, medical and veterinary importance. Pesticides – classification and mode of action. Pest management.
ZOO 432: Entomology II – Insect Anatomy and Physiology (4 Units)
(Pre-requisite: Zoo. 202, Zoo 331)
Insect integument – Composition, structure and physiology. Muscular and nervous systems, sense organs, alimentary system, respiratory and circulatory systems, excretory organs, reproductive systems, embryonic and post-embryonic developments. Physiology of snoulting. Hormones and Pheromones. Mode of action of pesticides.
ZOO 441: Fisheries Biology I (4 Units)
(Pre-requisites Zoo. 301, Zoo 342).
Morphology and anatomy of fish, classification of major fish groups with particular reference to tropical region. Fish biology – food and feeding habits, age and growth, reproduction and life history studies; fisheries ecology and productivity; fish behaviour, parasites, population dynamics and stock assessment studies.
ZOO 442: Fisheries Biology II (4 Units)
(Pre-requisites Zoo. 301, Zoo 342).
Fishing gear and methods; distribution and abundance of major marine and freshwater fisheries, fisheries management, aquaculture and fish farming practices/management; fish handling, preservation and processing techniques, distribution, marketing; fishermen’s co-operatives.
ZOO 443: Pure and Applied Hydrobiology (2 Units)
Principles of aquatic biology with particular reference to limnology. Water as an environment for life. The marine, brackish water/estuarine environments, colonization and succession. Procedures and techniques in the estimation of aquatic productivity a primary and secondary levels. Production processes of invertebrates that facilitate management of fish stocks, distribution, adaptations and inter relationships. Tropic relations, energy flow and consequent applied implications in terms of production and utilization. Man’s influence on aquatic communities. Pollution. Hydrobiological research techniques.
ZOO 452: Animal Ecology II (4 Units)
In-depth studies on the relationships of animal to their environment, especially as they affect their distribution and abundance. Population structures, community metabolism: zoogeography, evolutionary and genetic ecology; biological control. Environmental threats to man and animals. Game reserves and game cropping.
ZOO 452: Mammalogy II (2 Units)
(Pre-requisites: Zoo. 301, 302, and 304).
An introduction to the principles of mammalogy stressing the ecology of African mammals with particular reference to West Africa. Types, distribution, biology as well as role of wild animals in the economy of the continent.
ZOO 453: Conservation and Wildlife Management
(Pre-requisites: Zoo 201, 202, 204, 301, 302 and 304)
Factors which threaten natural communities and/or species; including landscape, alteration, pollution, industrial accidents, introduction of exotic species and the collection of animals for Zoos, the pet trade, research and hunting. The preservation of endangered communities and species, the management of natural communities; wild-life preserves, public education and legislation.
ZOO 460: Research Project (6 Units)
A selected project to be investigated by each student under tutorial guidance by the staff, written and submitted as a write – up and/or a written report on industrial attachment in partial fulfillment for the B.Sc. honours degree in Zoology.
PROPOSED ACADEMIC PROGRAMME FOLLOWING THE CHANGE OF NAME FROM DEPARTMENT OF ZOOLOGY TO THE DEPARTMENT OF ZOOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY
Stress Areas
Basic Courses in Zoology – 0
Physiology – 1
Parasitology – 2
Entomology – 3
Fisheries Biology – 4
Animal Ecology – 5
Animal Genetics, Molecular Biology and Biotechnology – 6
Environmental Biology – 7
Seminar – 8
Project – 9
FOUR-YEAR STANDARD PROGRAMME
FIRST YEAR
First Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
BIO 151 General Biology I 3
Required Ancillary Courses
CHM 101 Basic Principles of Chemistry 2
CHM 171 Basic Practical Chemistry 2
MTH 111 General Mathematics I 3
PHY 101 General Physics for Life Sciences I 2
PHY 191 Practical Physics 2
GSP 101 The use of English I 2
Total 16
Second Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
ZEB 102 Introductory Zoology 2
ZEB 172 Introductory Environmental Biology 2
BIO 152 General Biology II 3
BIO 154 General Biology Practical 2
Required Ancillary Courses
PHY 102 General Physics for Life Sciences II 2
CHM 112 Basic Principles of Physical Chemistry 2
CHM 122 Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry 2
GSP 102 The use of English II 2
Elective 2
Total 19
Elective (Choose any 2 units)
ZEB 122 Parasitology for Medical Students 2
MCB 102 Introductory Microbiology 2
PSB 102 Introductory Plant Biotechnology 2
SECOND YEAR
First Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
ZEB 201 General Invertebrate Zoology I 2
BIO 351 General Genetics 2
Required Ancillary Courses
BCH 201 General Biochemistry I 2
COS 101 Introduction to Computer Science 2
STA 203 Statistics for Agric and Biol. Sc. I 2
CHM 221 General Organic Chemistry I 2
CED 341 Introduction to Entrepreneurship 2
GSP 201 Basic Concepts and theory of Peace 2
GSP 207 Logic, Philosophy and Human Existence 2
Elective 2
Total 20
Electives (Choose any 2 units)
PSB 211 Phycology and Bryology 2
PSB 221 General Plant Anatomy 2
PSB 241 General Mycology 2
MCB 201 General Microbiology 1 2
SSC 211 Principles of Soil Science 2
Second Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
ZEB 202 General Invertebrate Zoology II 2
ZEB 272 Environmental Health Biology 2
ZEB 276 Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety 2
BIO 352 Cytogenetics 2
BIO 362 Basic Principles of Ecology 2
Required Ancillary Courses
BCH 202 General Biochemistry II 2
COS 304 Computer Applications 2
STA 204 Statistics for Agric. and Biol. Sciences II 2
CED 342 Business Development and Management 2
GSP 202 Issues in Peace and Conflict Resolution Studies 2
GSP 208 Nigerian People and Culture 2
Elective 2
Total 24
Electives (Choose any 2 units)
PSB 246 General Plant Pathology 2
PSB 282 Mushroom Technology 2
PSB 284 Plant Macropropagation and Floriculture 2
THIRD YEAR
First Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
ZEB 301 Chordate Zoology I 2
ZEB 303 Laboratory Technique 2
ZEB 311 Basic Animal Physiology 2
ZEB 313 Animal Histology 2
ZEB 321 Basic Parasitology 2
ZEB 331 Basic Entomology 2
ZEB 341 Basic Fisheries 2
ZEB 361 Basic Animal Molecular Biology 2
ZEB 363 Basic Animal Biotechnology 2
ZEB 371 Ecosystem Monitoring and Management 2
Elective 2
Total 22
Electives (Choose any 2 units)
ZEB 351 Climatic Change and Animal Biodiversity 2
PSB 313 Morphology and Phytosystematics of Higher Plants 2
PSB 381 Principles of Plant Biotechnology 2
PSB 303 Ethnomedicinal Plants 2
PSB 355 General Plant Molecular Biology 2
Second Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
ZEB 392 Students’ Industrial Work Experience Scheme (Field Work) 6
ZEB 394 SIWES Report 6
ZEB 396 SIWES Seminar 3
Total 15
FOURTH YEAR
First Semester
Course Code Course Title
Major Courses Units
ZEB 401 Chordate Zoology II 2
ZEB 403 Systematic Zoology and Evolution 2
ZEB 411 Animal Developmental Biology 2
ZEB 443 Hydrobiology 2
ZEB 481 Seminar 2
ZEB 471 Environmental Biology 2
ZEB 455 Wastes and Waste Management 2
Elective 2
Special Area 2
ZEB 413 Animal Physiology I (2 units) or
ZEB 421 Animal Parasitology I (2 units) or
ZEB 431 Entomology I (2 units) or
ZEB 441 Fisheries Biology I (2 units) or
ZEB 461 Animal Genetics and Molecular Biology (2 units) or
ZEB 463 Advanced Animal Biotechnology I (2 units)
Total 18
Electives (Choose any 2 units)
ZEB 405 Mammalogy 2
ZEB 453 Wildlife Conservation and Park Management 2
Second Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
ZEB 402 Ethology 2
ZEB 404 Small Animal Production 2
ZEB 452 Animal Ecology 2
ZEB 490 Research Project 6
ZEB 472 Environmental Impact Assessment 2
Elective 2
Special Area 2
ZEB 412 Animal Physiology II (2 units) or
ZEB 422 Animal Parasitology II (2 units) or
ZEB 432 Entomology II (2 units) or
ZEB 442 Fisheries Biology II (2 units) or
ZEB 462 Animal Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics (2 units) or
ZEB 463 Advanced Animal Biotechnology II (2 units)
Total 18
Electives (Choose any 2 units)
ZEB 468 Population Genetics 2
ZEB 454 Animal Biodiversity Management and Prospecting 2
THREE-YEAR STANDARD PROGRAMME
FIRST YEAR
First Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Course
ZEB 201 General Invertebrate Zoology I 2
BIO 351 General Genetics 2
Required Ancillary Courses
BCH 201 General Biochemistry I 2
COS 101 Introduction to Computer Science 2
STA 203 Statistics for Agric and Biol. Sciences 2
CHM 221 General Organic Chemistry I 2
CED 341 Introduction to Entrepreneurship 2
GSP 101 The use of English I 2
Electives 2
Total 18
Electives (Choose any 2 units)
PSB 211 Phycology and Bryology 2
PSB 221 General Plant Anatomy 2
PSB 241 General Mycology 2
MCB 201 General Microbiology I 2
SSC 211 Principles of Soil Science 2
Second Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
ZEB 202 General Invertebrate Zoology II 2
ZEB 272 Environmental Health Biology 2
ZEB 276 Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety 2
BIO 352 Cytogenetics 2
BIO 362 Basic Principles of Ecology 2
Required Ancillary Courses
BCH 202 General Biochemistry II 2
COS 304 Computer Applications 2
STA 204 Statistics for Agric and Biol. Sciences II 2
CED 342 Business Development and Management 2
GSP 102 The use of English II 2
Elective 2
Total 22
Electives (Choose any 2 units)
PSB 246 General Plant pathology 2
PSB 282 Mushroom Technology 2
PSB 284 Plant Macropropagation and Floriculture 2
SECOND YEAR
First Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
ZEB 301 Chordate Zoology I 2
ZEB 303 Laboratory Techniques 2
ZEB 311 Basic Animal Physiology 2
ZEB 313 Animal Histology 2
ZEB 321 Basic Parasitology 2
ZEB 331 Basic Entomology 2
ZEB 341 Basic Fisheries 2
ZEB 361 Basic Animal Molecular Biology 2
ZEB 363 Basic Animal Biotechnology 2
ZEB 371 Ecosystem Monitoring and Management 2
Required Ancillary Courses
GSP 201 Basic Concepts and theory of Peace or
GSP 207 Logic, Philosophy and Human Existence 2
Elective 2
Total 24
Electives: (Choose any 2 units)
ZEB 351 Climatic Change and Animal Biodiversity 2
PSB 313 Morphology and Phytosystematics of higher plants 2
PSB 381 Principles of Plant Biotechnology 2
PSB 303 Ethnomedicinal Plants 2
PSB 355 General Plant Molecular Biology 2
Second Semester
Major Courses
ZEB 392 Students’ Industrial Work Experience Scheme (Field Work) 6
ZEB 394 SIWES Report 6
ZEB 396 SIWES Seminar 3
Total 15
THIRD YEAR
First Semester
Course Code Course Title Unit
Major Courses
ZEB 401 Chordate Zoology II 2
ZEB 403 Systematic Zoology and Evolution 2
ZEB 455 Wastes and Waste Management 2
ZEB 411 Animal Developmental Biology 2
ZEB 443 Hydrobiology 2
ZEB 481 Seminar 2
ZEB 471 Environmental Biology 2
Electives 2
Special Area 2
ZEB 413 Animal Physiology I (2 units) or
ZEB 421 Animal Parasitology I (2 units) or
ZEB 431 Entomology I (2 units) or
ZEB 441 Fisheries Biology I (2 units) or
ZEB 461 Animal Genetics and Molecular Biology (2 units) or
ZEB 463 Advanced Animal Biotechnology I (2 units)
Total 18
Electives (Choose any 2 units)
ZEB 405 Mammalogy 2
ZEB 453 Wildlife Conservation and Park Management 2
Second Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
ZEB 402 Ethology 2
ZEB 452 Animal Ecology 2
ZEB 490 Research Project 6
ZEB 404 Small Animal Production 2
ZEB 472 Environmental Impact Assessment 2
Electives 2
Special Area 2
ZEB 412 Animal Physiology II (2 units) or
ZEB 422 Animal Parasitology II (2 units) or
ZEB 432 Entomology II (2 units) or ZEB 442 Fisheries Biology II (2 units) or
ZEB 462 Animal Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics (2 units) or
ZEB 464 Advanced Animal Biotechnology II (2 units)
Total 18
Electives (Choose any 2 units)
ZEB 468 Population Genetics 2
ZEB 454 Animal Biodiversity Management and Prospecting 2
COMBINED PROGRAMME
ZOOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY/CHEMISTRY
FOUR YEAR STANDARD PROGRAMME
FIRST YEAR
First Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
BIO 151 General Biology I 3
CHM 101 Basic Principles of Chemistry 2
CHM 171 Basic Practical Chemistry 2
Required Ancillary Courses
MTH 111 General Mathematics I 3
PHY 101 General Physics for life sciences I 2
PHY 191 Practical Physics 2
GSP 101 The use of English I 2
Total 16
Second Semester
Course Code Course Title Unit
Major Courses
ZEB 102 Introductory Zoology 2
ZEB 172 Introductory Environmental Biology 2
BIO 152 General Biology II 3
BIO 154 General Biology Practical 2
CHM 112 Basic Principles of Physical Chemistry 2
CHM 122 Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry 2
Required Ancillary Courses
PHY 102 General physics for Life Sciences II 2
GSP 102 The use of English II 2
Elective 2
Total 19
Electives (Chose any 2 units)
ZEB 122 Parasitology for Medical Students 2
MCB 102 Introductory Microbiology 2
PSB 102 Introductory Plant Biotechnology 2
SECOND YEAR
First Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
ZEB 201 General Invertebrate Zoology I 2
BIO 351 General Genetics 2
CHM 201 General Inorganic chemistry 2
CHM 211 General Physical Chemistry 2
CHM 221 General Organic Chemistry I 2
Required Ancillary Courses
COS 101 Introduction to Computer Science 2
STA 203 Statistics for Agriculture of Biol. Sciences I 2
CED 341 Introduction to Entrepreneurship 2
GSP 201 Basic Concepts and theory of Peace 2
GSP 207 Logic, Philosophy and Human Existence 2
Elective 2
Total 22
Electives (Choose any 2 units)
ZEB 351 Climatic Change and Animal Biodiversity 2
PSB 211 Phycology and Bryology 2
PSB 221 General Plant Anatomy 2
PSB 241 General Mycology 2
MCB 201 General Microbiology I 2
SSC 211 Principles of Soil Science 2
BCH 201 General Biochemistry I 2
Second Semester
Course Code Course Title Unit
Major Courses
ZEB 202 General Invertebrate Zoology II 2
ZEB 272 Environmental Health Biology 2
ZEB 276 Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety 2
BIO 362 Basic Principles of Ecology 2
CHM 222 General Organic Chemistry II 2
CHM 232 Analytical Chemistry 2
CHM 274 Practical Inorganic Chemistry I 2
Required Ancillary Courses
COS 304 Computer Applications 2
STA 204 Statistic for Agric. and Biol. Sciences II 2
CED 342 Business Development and Management 2
GSP 202 Issues in Peace and Conflict Resolution Studies 2
GSP 208 Nigeria People and Culture 2
Total 24
THIRD YEAR
First Semester
Course Code Course Title Unit
Major Courses
ZEB 301 Chordate Zoology I 2
ZEB 303 Laboratory Techniques 2
ZEB 311 Basic Animal Physiology 2
ZEB 313 Animal Histology 2
ZEB 321 Basic Parasitology 2
ZEB 331 Basic Entomology 2
ZEB 341 Basic Fisheries 2
ZEB 361 Basic Animal Molecular Biology 2
ZEB 363 Basic Animal Biotechnology 2
CHM 273 Practical Organic Chemistry I 2
CHM 301 Inorganic Chemistry I 2
CHM 321 Organic Chemistry I 2
Total 24
Second Semester
Course Code Course Title Unit
Major Courses
ZEB 392 Students’ Industrial Work Experience Scheme (Field Work) 6
ZEB 394 SIWES Report 6
ZEB 396 SIWES Seminar 3
Total 15
FOURTH YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
ZEB 401 Chordate Zoology II 2
ZEB 403 Systematic Zoology and Evolution 2
ZEB 411 Animal Developmental Biology 2
ZEB 443 Hydrobiology 2
ZEB 481 Seminar 2
ZEB 455 Wastes and Waste Management 2
CHM 311 Physical and Structural Chemistry I 2
CHM 421 Advanced Organic Chemistry 1 2
CHM 431 Modern Analytical Techniques 2
Elective 2
Total 20
Elective (Choose any 2 units)
ZEB 405 Mammalogy 2
ZEB 453 Wildlife Conservation and Park Management 2
ZEB 413 Animal Physiology I 2
ZEB 421 Animal Parasitology I 2
ZEB 431 Entomology I 2
ZEB 441 Fisheries Biology I 2
ZEB 461 Animal Genetics and Molecular Biology 2
ZEB 463 Advanced Animal Biotechnology I 2
Second Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
ZEB 402 Ethology 2
ZEB 404 Small Animal Production 2
ZEB 452 Animal Ecology 2
ZEB 490 Research Project 6
ZEB 472 Environmental Impact Assessment 2
CHM 322 Organic Chemistry II 2
CHM 312 Physical and Structural Chemistry II 2
CHM 422 Advanced Organic Chemistry II 2
Elective 2
Total 22
Electives (Choose any 2 units)
ZEB 468 Population Genetics 2
ZEB 454 Animal Biodiversity Management and Prospecting 2
ZEB 412 Animal Physiology II 2
ZEB 422 Animal Parasitology II 2
ZEB 432 Entomology II 2
ZEB 442 Fisheries Biology II 2
ZEB 462 Animal Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics 2
ZEB 464 Advanced Animal Biotechnology II 2
DEPARTMENT OF ZOOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY/ BIOCHEMISTRY
FOUR YEAR STANDARD PROGRAMME
FIRST YEAR
First Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
BIO 151 General Biology I 3
Required Ancillary Courses
CHM 101 Basic Principles of Chemistry 2
CHM 171 Basic Practical Chemistry 2
MTH 111 General Mathematics I 3
PHY 101 General Physics for life sciences I 2
PHY 191 Practical Physics 2
GSP 101 The use of English I 2
Total 16
Second Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
BIO 152 General Biology II 3
BIO 154 General Biology Practical 2
ZEB 102 Introductory Zoology 2
ZEB 172 Introductory Environmental Biology 2
Required Ancillary Courses
CHM 112 Basic Principles of Physical Chemistry 2
CHM 122 Basic principles of Organic Chemistry 2
PHY 102 General Physics for life sciences II 2
GSP 102 The use of English II 2
Elective 2
Total 19
Electives (Choose any 2 units)
ZEB 122 Parasitology for Medical Students 2
MCB 102 Introductory Microbiology 2
PSB 102 Introductory Plant Biotechnology 2
SECOND YEAR
First Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
ZEB 201 General Invertebrate Zoology I 2
BCH 201 General Biochemistry I 2
Required Ancillary Courses
COS 101 Introduction to Computer Science 2
STA 203 Statistics for Agric. and Biol. Sc. I 2
CHM 211 General Physical Chemistry 2
CHM 221 General Organic Chemistry I 2
CHM 273 Practical Organic Chemistry I 2
CED 341 Introduction to Entrepreneurship 2
GSP 201 Basic Concepts and theory of Peace 2
GSP 207 Logic, Philosophy and Human Existence 2
Electives 2
Total 22
Electives (Choose any 2 units)
PSB 211 Phycology and Bryology 2
PSB 221 General Plant Anatomy 2
PSB 241 General Mycology 2
MCB 201 General Microbiology I 2
SSC 211 Principles of Soil Science 2
Second Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
ZEB 202 General Invertebrate Zoology II 2
ZEB 272 Environmental Health Biology 2
ZEB 276 Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety 2
BCH 202 General Biochemistry II 2
BIO 362 Basic Principles of Ecology 2
BIO 352 Cytogenetics 2
Required Ancillary Courses
STA 204 Statistics for Agric. and Biol. Sciences II 2
COS 304 Computer Applications 2
CHM 222 General Organic Chemistry II 2
CED 342 Business Development and Management 2
GSP 202 Issues in Peace and Conflict Resolution Studies 2
GSP 208 Nigerian People and Culture 2
Total 24
THIRD YEAR
First Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
ZEB 301 Chordate Zoology I 2
ZEB 303 Laboratory Techniques 2
ZEB 311 Basic Animal Physiology 2
ZEB 313 Animal Histology 2
ZEB 371 Ecosystem Monitoring and Management 2
ZEB 361 Basic Animal Molecular Biology 2
BCH 301 Enzymology 3
BCH 351 Primary Metabolic Pathway I 2
BCH 353 Primary Metabolic Pathway II 2
Elective 2
Total 21
Elective (Choose any 2 units)
ZEB 351 Climatic Change and Animal Biodiversity 2
ZEB 321 Basic Parasitology 2
ZEB 331 Basic Entomology 2
ZEB 341 Basic Fisheries 2
ZEB 361 Basic Animal Molecular Biology 2
ZEB 363 Basic Animal Biotechnology 2
Second Semester
Course Code Course Title Unit
Major Courses
ZEB 392 Students’ Industrial Work Experience Scheme (Field Work) 6
ZEB 394 SIWES Report 6
ZEB 396 SIWES Seminar 3
Total 15
FOURTH YEAR
First Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
ZEB 401 Chordate Zoology II 2
ZEB 411 Animal Developmental Biology 2
ZEB 403 Systematic Zoology and Evolution 2
ZEB 443 Hydrobiology 2
ZEB 455 Wastes and waste Management 2
ZEB 481 Seminar 2
BCH 411 Biosynthesis of Macromolecules 2
BCH 421 Tissue Biochemistry 2
BCH 401 Advanced Enzymology 2
Elective 2
Total 20
Electives (Choose any 2 units)
ZEB 405 Mammalogy 2
ZEB 453 Wildlife Conservation and Park Management 2
ZEB 413 Animal Physiology I 2
ZEB 421 Animal Parasitology I 2
ZEB 431 Entomology I 2
ZEB 441 Fisheries Biology I 2
ZEB 461 Animal Genetics and Molecular Biology 2
ZEB 463 Advanced Animal Biotechnology I 2
Second Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
ZEB 402 Ethology 2
ZEB 404 Small Animal Production 2
ZEB 472 Environmental Impact Assessment 2
ZEB 452 Animal Ecology 2
ZEB 490 Research Project 6
BCH 422 Tissue Biochemistry 2
BCH 452 Metabolic Regulations 2
Elective 2
Total 20
Electives (Choose any 2 units)
ZEB 468 Population Genetics 2
ZEB 454 Animal Biodiversity Management and Prospecting 2
ZEB 412 Animal Physiology II 2
ZEB 422 Animal Parasitology II 2
ZEB 432 Entomology II 2
ZEB 442 Fisheries Biology II 2
ZEB 462 Animal Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics 2
ZEB 464 Advanced Animal Biotechnology II 2
ZOOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY/PLANT SCIENCE AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
FOUR YEAR STANDARD PROGRAMME
FIRST YEAR
First Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
BIO 151 General Biology I 3
Required Ancillary Courses
CHM 101 Basic Principles of Chemistry 2
CHM 171 Basic Practical Chemistry 2
MTH 111 General Mathematics I 3
PHY 101 General Physic for life Sciences I 2
PHY 191 Practical Physics 2
GSP 101 The use of English I 2
Total 16
Second Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
BIO 152 General Biology II 3
BIO 154 General Biology Practical 2
ZEB 102 Introductory Zoology 2
ZEB 172 Introductory Environmental Biology 2
PSB 102 General Biotechnology 2
Required Ancillary Courses
CHM 112 Basic Principles of Physical Chemistry 2
CHM 122 Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry 2
COS 304 Computer Applications 2
PHY 102 General Physics for life sciences II 2
GSP 102 The use of English II 2
Total 21
SECOND YEAR
First Semester
Course Code Course Title Unit
Major Courses
ZEB 201 General Invertebrate Zoology I 2
PSB 211 Phycology and Bryology 2
PSB 221 General Plant Anatomy 2
Required Ancillary Courses
PSB 331 General Plant Physiology 2
BIO 351 General Genetics 2
BCH 201 General Biochemistry I 2
COS 101 Introduction to Computer Science 2
STA 203 Statistics for Agric. and Biol. Science I 2
CED 341 Introduction to Entrepreneurship 2
GSP 201 Basic Concepts and theory of Peace 2
GSP 207 Logic Philosophy and Human existence 2
Total 20
Second Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
ZEB 202 General Invertebrate Zoology II 2
ZEB 272 Environmental Health Biology 2
ZEB 276 Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety 2
PSB 246 General Plant Pathology 2
BIO 362 Basic Principles of Ecology 2
BIO 352 Cytogenetics 2
Required Ancillary Courses
STA 204 Statistics for Agric and Biol. Sciences II 2
CED 342 Business Development and Management 2
GSP 202 Issues in Peace and Conflict Resolution Studies 2
GSP 208 Nigerian People and Culture 2
Total 20
THIRD YEAR
First Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
ZEB 301 Chordate Zoology I 2
ZEB 303 Laboratory Technique 2
ZEB 313 Animal Histology 2
ZEB 371 Ecosystem Monitoring and Management 2
ZEB 361 Basic Animal Molecular Biology 2
PSB 313 Morphology and Phytosystematics of Higher Plants 2
PSB 331 General Plant Physiology 2
PSB 381 Principles of Plant Biotechnology 2
BIO 351 General Genetics 2
Elective 2
Total 20
Electives
ZEB 351 Climatic Change and Animal Biodiversity 2
ZEB 321 Basic Parasitology 2
ZEB 331 Basic Entomology 2
ZEB 341 Basic Fisheries 2
ZEB 361 Basic Animal Molecular Biology 2
ZEB 363 Basic Animal Biotechnology 2
Second Semester
Course Code Course Title Unit
Major Courses
ZEB 392 Students’ Industrial Work Experience Scheme (Field Work) 6
ZEB 394 SIWES Report 6
ZEB 396 SIWES Seminar 3
Total 15
FOURTH YEAR
First Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
ZEB 401 Chordate Zoology II 2
ZEB 403 Systematic Zoology and Evolution 2
ZEB 311 Basic Animal Physiology 2
ZEB 411 Animal Developmental Biology 2
ZEB 371 Ecosystem Monitoring and Management 2
ZEB 471 Environmental Biology 2
ZEB 481 Seminar 2
ZEB 455 Wastes and Waste Management 2
PSB 431 Advances in Plant Physiology 2
PSB 441 Advances in Plant Pathology 2
Elective 2
Total 22
Electives (Choose any 2 units)
ZEB 405 Mammalogy 2
ZEB 453 Wildlife Conservation and Park Management 2
ZEB 413 Animal Physiology I 2
ZEB 421 Animal Parasitology I 2
ZEB 431 Entomology I 2
ZEB 441 Fisheries Biology I 2
ZEB 461 Animal Genetics and Molecular Biology 2
ZEB 463 Advanced Animal Biotechnology I 2
Second Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
ZEB 452 Animal Ecology 2
ZEB 402 Ethology 2
ZEB 404 Small Animal Production 2
ZEB 490 Research Project 6
ZEB 472 Environmental Impact Assessment 2
PSB 422 Pulp and Paper Technology 2
PSB 464 Phytoremediation and Erosion Control 2
Elective 2
Total 20
Electives (Choose any 2 units)
ZEB 468 Population Genetics 2
ZEB 454 Animal Biodiversity Management and Prospecting 2
ZEB 412 Animal Physiology II 2
ZEB 422 Animal Parasitology II 2
ZEB 432 Entomology II 2
ZEB 442 Fisheries Biology II 2
ZEB 462 Animal Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics 2
ZEB 464 Advanced Animal Biotechnology II 2
ZOOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY/MICROBIOLOGY
FOUR YEAR STANDARD PROGRAMME
STANDARD FOUR YEAR PROGRAMME
FIRST YEAR
First Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
BIO 151 General Biology I 3
Required Ancillary Courses
CHM 101 Basic Principles of Chemistry 2
CHM 171 Basic Practical Chemistry 2
MTH 111 General Mathematics I 3
PHY 101 General Physics for Life Sciences I 2
PHY 191 Practical Physics 2
GSP 101 The use of English I 2
Total 16
Second Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
ZEB 102 Introductory Zoology 2
ZEB 172 Introductory Environmental Biology 2
MCB 102 Introductory Microbiology 2
BIO 152 General Biology II 3
BIO 154 General Biology Practical 2
Required Ancillary Courses
PHY 102 General Physics for Life Sciences II 2
CHM 112 Basic Principles of Physical Chemistry 2
CHM 122 Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry 2
GSP 102 The use of English II 2
Total 19
SECOND YEAR
First Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
ZEB 201 General Invertebrate Zoology I 2
MCB 201 General Microbiology 1 2
BIO 351 General Genetics 2
Required Ancillary Courses
BCH 201 General Biochemistry I 2
COS 101 Introduction to Computer Science 2
STA 203 Statistics for Agric and Biol. Sc. I 2
CHM 221 General Organic Chemistry I 2
CED 341 Introduction to Entrepreneurship 2
GSP 201 Basic Concepts and theory of Peace 2
GSP 207 Logic Philosophy and Human existence 2
Total 22
Second Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
ZEB 202 General Invertebrate Zoology II 2
ZEB 276 Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety 2
MCB 202 General Microbiology II 2
Required Ancillary Courses
BIO 352 Cytogenetics 2
BIO 362 Basic Principles of Ecology 2
BCH 202 General Biochemistry II 2
COS 304 Computer Applications 2
STA 204 Statistics for Agric. and Biol. Sciences II 2
CED 342 Business Development and Management 2
GSP 202 Issues in Peace and Conflict Resolution Studies 2
GSP 208 Nigerian People and Culture 2
Total 22
THIRD YEAR
First Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
ZEB 301 Chordate Zoology I 2
ZEB 311 Basic Animal Physiology 2
ZEB 313 Animal Histology 2
ZEB 371 Ecosystem Monitoring and Management 2
ZEB 303 Laboratory Technique 2
MCB 321 Environmental Microbiology 2
MCB 331 Pathogenic Bacteriology 4
BIO 351 General genetics 2
Elective 2
Total 20
Electives (Choose any 2 units)
ZEB 351 Climatic Change and Animal Biodiversity 2
ZEB 321 Basic Parasitology 2
ZEB 331 Basic Entomology 2
ZEB 341 Basic Fisheries 2
ZEB 361 Basic Animal Molecular Biology 2
ZEB 363 Basic Animal Biotechnology 2
Second Semester
Major Courses Units
ZEB 392 Students’ Industrial Work Experience Scheme (Field Work) 6
ZEB 394 SIWES Report 6
ZEB 396 SIWES Seminar 3
Total 15
FOURTH YEAR
First Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
ZEB 401 Chordate Zoology II 2
ZEB 411 Animal Developmental Biology 2
ZEB 403 Systematic Zoology and Evolution 2
ZEB 443 Hydrobiology 2
ZEB 455 Wastes and waste Management 2
ZEB 481 Seminar 2
MCB 431 Virology 4
MCB 451 Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology 4
Elective 2
Total 22
Electives (Choose any 2 units)
ZEB 405 Mammalogy 2
ZEB 453 Wildlife Conservation and Park Management 2
ZEB 413 Animal Physiology I 2
ZEB 421 Animal Parasitology I 2
ZEB 431 Entomology I 2
ZEB 441 Fisheries Biology I 2
ZEB 461 Animal Genetics and Molecular Biology 2
ZEB 463 Advanced Animal Biotechnology I 2
Second Semester
Course Code Course Title Units
Major Courses
ZEB 452 Animal Ecology 2
ZEB 402 Ethology 2
ZEB 404 Small Animal Production 2
ZEB 490 Research Project 6
ZEB 472 Environmental Impact Assessment 2
MCB 452 Analytical Microbiology and Quality Control 4
Elective 2
Total 20
Electives (Choose any 2 units)
ZEB 468 Population Genetics 2
ZEB 454 Animal Biodiversity Management and Prospecting 2
ZEB 412 Animal Physiology II 2
ZEB 422 Animal Parasitology II 2
ZEB 432 Entomology II 2
ZEB 442 Fisheries Biology II 2
ZEB 462 Animal Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics 2
ZEB 464 Advanced Animal Biotechnology II 2
DESCRIPTION OF COURSES OFFERED
ZEB 102: Introductory Zoology 2 Units
The origin of life. Generalized cell, functions of cell organelles. Diversity of animal forms, habitats, adaptive patterns, and organization. Evolutionary survey of the main animal groups – protozoa, porifera, coelenterate, Aschelminthes, Annelida, Mollusca, Arthropoda, Echinodermata, Protochrodata, Pisces, Amphibia, Reptilia, Aves and Mammalia with emphasis on general morphology and development
ZEB 122: Parasitology for Medical Students 2 Units
The phenomenon of parasitism; major types of parasites of man and their life cycle; viruses, rickettiassis, spirochaetes, protozoa, helminthes, Arthropoda; Zoonoses; Pathology; transmission and control of parasitic disease in the tropics with particular reference to Nigeria and West Africa.
ZEB 172: Introductory Environmental Biology 2 Units
Ecological basic of environmental biology; types of pollution and pollutants; effects of environmental degradation (Health, socio-cultural, agricultural, development etc). Biodiversity and its assessment methods, Climatic change and human environment, Assessment of environmental degradation, wastes etc.
ZEB 201: General Invertebrate Zoology I 2 Units
(Pre-requisite BIO 151 to 154 or their equivalents). General characteristics, organization, classification, interrelationships, life history, modes of life adaptations and economic importance or the invertebrate phyla illustrated with selected examples from the Protozoa to Annelida.
ZEB 202: General Invertebrate Zoology II 2 Units
General characteristics, organization, classification, interrelationships, life history, adaptations and economic importance of the invertebrate phyla illustrated with selected examples from Arthropoda to Echinodermata.
ZEB 276: Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety 2 Units
Emphasis on Industry (petroleum, sewage, Industrial effects Insecticides, heavy metals etc). Effects of the pollution on the ecosystem, population and communities; pollution and climatic change; pollutants and loss of biodiversity, Transport of pollutants in the environment and biological magnification, Determination and quantification of pollutant levels, Climatic change and ecotoxicology, etc.
ZEB 272: Environmental Health Biology 2 Units
Health implication of xenobiotics and environmental agents; global overview; common environment hazards (sources and causes) Industrial, laboratory and field hazards and safety practices; municipal solid waste health implication; Health implications of pesticides, herbicides, nematicides etc; radiation ecology; Climatic change and environmental health, Effect of environmental laws, Institutions and organizations involved operations-rescue, emergency services; prevention of industrial hazards; post-hazard, Laboratory Safety, etc Pollution and pollution control; formulation of control policies; systems of control and administration (National and International) National and International processes of enforcement and Institutions/ organizations, civil liberty, polluter pay principles; Economic tools , Agencies , compliance assessment etc.
ZEB 301: Chordate Zoology I 2 Units
General characteristics, organization, comparative morphology and anatomy, classification, range of form, origin, evolution and phylogenetic relationships, distribution and general Biology of Protochordate, Pisces and Amphibia illustrated with selected examples.
ZEB 303: Laboratory Techniques 2 Units
Principles of laboratory safety and precautions; laboratory wears (coats, boots, gloves, etc); handling of chemical spills, electrical accidents, animal care (housing, feeding etc); Microtechniques, Microphotography, Biological illustration. Histological and Physiological techniques, Entomological, Parasitological, Fisheries and Environmental biology techniques, preparation of skeletons and other teaching aids;
ZEB 311: Basic Animal Physiology 2 Units
(Pre-requisite: BIO 152). Principles of physiology as illustrated by cells, tissues, organs, and whole organisms. Functional interrelationships to different organs and organ systems in vertebrates. Metabolic process. Co-ordination and control of metabolism, growth, reproduction and contraception.
ZEB 313: Animal Histology 2 Units
(Pre-requisite: BIO 152). The detailed structure of tissues and organs of vertebrates, and the – relation of these structures to function. Histological and histochemical techniques.
ZEB 321: Basic Parasitology 2 Units
(Pre-requisites: ZEB 201 and ZEB 202). Types of parasites; the ecology of animal parasites; life histories, modes of transmission and epidemiology. A review of important viral rickettsial and spirochaetal infections of man and animals Protozoal, helminth and arthropod diseases of man and animals – pathogenicity, prevention and control. Economic importance of parasites with special reference to Nigeria and West Africa, Effects of climatic change on animal parasites and parasitism.
ZEB 331: Basic Entomology 2 Units
(Pre-requisites: ZEB 202, BIO. 151 to BIO 154 or their equivalents). An introductory course to the study of the main groups of insects, ticks, and related to human welfare and economy, especially in the Ethiopian faunal region with emphasis in the fields of agriculture, medicine and commerce. Basic classification leading to recognition and identification, patterns of life history, bionomics of suitable species. Economic importance and the general principles and methods of arthropod pest control. Effects of climatic change on tropical insects ecology and biodiversity.
ZEB 341: Basic Fisheries 2 Units
Classification, morphology and life history of important freshwater and marine fish of West Africa with emphasis on Nigeria species. Adaptation of fish to aquatic life. Traditional fishing crafts, gear and methods. Fundamental principles of fishery management and production; fish culture practices in Nigeria – aims and types. Importance of fish and fishery products. Effects of climatic change on tropical finfish ecology, distribution and abundance.
ZEB 351: Climatic Change and Animal Biodiversity 2 Units
What is weather and climate, Climatic change in temperature, precipitation, humidity, evaporation, carbon budget, green house, etc; Climate change and ecosystem; History of climatic change and animal extinction; Impact of climatic changes on animal (Invertebrate and vertebrate) biodiversity; Techniques in the study of climatic change and animal biodiversity; Adaptation and management options to climatic change: water management, vegetation management, waste management etc.
ZEB 361: Basic Animal Molecular Biology 2 Units
Gross structure and function of cells and cellular organelles. Biological membrane phenomena; Nuclear and cytoplasmic relationships; Structure of DNA and RNA. Chromosome structure; DNA synthesis, transcription, translation; Genetic code and protein synthesis. Techniques in molecular biology. Effects of climatic change on characterization, breeding and conservation of animal genetic resources.
ZEB 363: Basic Animal Biotechnology 2 units
Meaning of biotechnology; history of biotechnology, products from modern animal biotechnology, types of biotechnology. Review of; cell structure, life molecules, chromosome structure, DNA replication and genomes, RNA and protein synthesis, mutation in animals and its consequences. Recombinant DNA technology and DNA cloning, vectors, identification of clones. Genetically modified organisms (GMO). Genomics and bioinformatics. Climatic change and genetically modified organisms.
ZEB 371: Ecosystem Monitoring and Management 2 Units
Principles of biological monitoring; biological indicators of environmental change; Vertebrates and invertebrates as biological monitors and their roles in predicting changes. Applications of comparative physiology, anatomy and biochemistry in biomonitoring. Biomonitoring as an assessment tool in remediation programmes; Use of biological data in assessing compliance with environmental policies, regulations and standards, Case studies etc. Principles of biotechnology, application of biotechnology principles in pollution and clean-ups, Enzymes in waste management, sewage treatment, bioremediation, biodeterioration etc. Biotechnology products in environmental management, etc.
ZEB 392: Students’ Industrial Work Experience Scheme (Field Work) 6 units
ZEB 394: SIWES Report 6 units
ZEB 396: SIWES Seminar 3 units
ZEB 401: Chordate Zoology II 2Units
(Pre-requisite: ZEB 301). General characteristics, organization, comparative morphology and anatomy, classification, range of form, origin, evolution and phylogenetc relationships, distribution and general biology of the Reptilia, Aves and Mammalia illustrated with selected examples.
ZEB 402: Ethology 2 Units
(Pre-requisites: ZEB 201, 202, 301, 401). Principles of animal behaviour. Neurophysiological sense organs; stimuli, reflexes and biological rhythms. Instinct, learning, conflict behaviour. Propagative and other aspects of behaviour as shown by invertebrates and vertebrates including man.
ZEB 403: Systematic Zoology and Evolution 2 Units
(Pre-requisites: ZEB 201, 202, 301, 401). A study of the principles of the collection, preservation, identification and classification of animals. The theories and mechanism of evolution with special emphasis on the genetic basis for evolution. Human evolution with special reference to man’s African origins.
ZEB 404: Small Animal Production 2 Units
Biology of small animal (Invertebrates and vertebrates), Ecology of small animals, parasites and diseases of small animals; Breeding and rearing of small animals, population dynamics of small animals ,Limitations of small animal production-energy and increased labour requirements, diseases, predations; legal and administrative restrictions; production systems of small animals e.g. Insects (Termites, maggots, Drosophila, Honey bee), Molluscs ( freshwater and land snails, mussels), Rodents ( giant rats, Grass cutters, guinea pigs,), Small mammals (Duikers, musk deer, other small antelopes), Reptiles, etc.
ZEB 405: Mammalogy 2 Units
(Pre-requisites: ZEB 301; 302). An introduction to the principles of mammalogy stressing the ecology of African mammals with particular reference to West Africa. Types, distribution, biology as well as role of wild animals in the economy of the continent.
ZEB 411: Animal Developmental Biology 2 Units
(Pre-requisites: ZEB 311, ZEB 313, BIO 151). Comparative study of animal development emphasizing differences in developmental biology; techniques of and inference from experimental embryology, etc.
ZEB 412: Animal Physiology II 2 Units
Physiological adjustments to the environment: temperature, heat, pressure, chemicals etc. animal rhythms. Life and regulatory mechanisms: ecto-and endo-therms etc. Dormancy phenomena in animals. Physiological adjustments to diving, high altitudes and exercise, endogenous and exogenous factors in reproductive strategies physiology of specialized effectors – electric organs, vision, auditory phenomena; balance.
ZEB 413: Animal Physiology I 2 Units
(Pre-requisites ZEB 311, ZEB 313). Important concepts in physiology. Membrane physiology and maintenance of steady state in animal cells; Metabolic rate and body size. Principles of gaseous exchange: aquatic and terrestrial respiration – respiratory adaptations and their physiological basis. Comparative account of animal nutrition. Haemodynamics. Comparative treatment of animal hearts and circulatory mechanisms. Homoeostasis – Regulation of body fluid composition; detoxification mechanisms and nitrogenous excretion. Neuromuscular physiology. Sensory and hormonal integrative mechanisms. Growth and reproduction in animals.
ZEB 421: Animal Parasitology 1 2 Units
(Pre-requisites ZEB 321). The ecological basis and nature, origin and features of parasitism; kinds and habitats of parasites; concepts and definition of hosts; ecology and geographical distribution of animal parasites. A review of important viral, rickettsial and spirolchaetal infections of man and animals. Survey of parasitic protozoa: classification, biology and life cycles; transmission, epidemiology, pathogenic mechanism, treatment and control. A comprehensive review of parasitic worms and nematodes. Classification, functional morphology and life cycles, geographical distribution, epidemiology, pathogenesis treatment and control. Medical entomology: Disease causing arthropoda including myiasis) classification, habitats, life cycles, transmission and control. Arthropods as intermediate hosts and vectors of parasites Insecticide and insecticide resistance.
ZEB 422: Animal Parasitology II 2 Units
Physiology of animal parasites: nutrition, host finding mechanisms, physiology of the infectious process (e.g. excystment, hatching, exsheathment), physiology of host parasite relationship, host nutrition and parasite physiology. Biochemistry of animal parasites: Oxygen relations, carbon dioxide utilization, energy metabolism, active transport, phosphorylation. Reproductive physiology and biochemistry,
Immunology of animal parasites: non-specific mechanisms of immunity inmate immunity, specific immunological responses, immunoglobulin, complement and other factors; antigens and the process of antibody production, serological aspects of the antigen-antibody reaction, cross reactions. Delayed-type hypersensitivity, Hypersensitivity mediated by antibodies. Cell-mediated immunity. Immunodiagnosis. Antiallergy and its relation to parasitic disease.
Epidemiology and Public Health Parasitology: epidemiological methods. Health-related aspects of community development: water supply, sanitation and disposal of waste matter. Epidemiology and control of water and food borne infections. Epidemiology and the control of zoonoses. Administrative and cultural aspects of communicable disease control. Parasitic population models and the control of parasitic diseases.
ZEB 431: Entomology I 2Units
(Pre-requisites: ZEB. 201, 202). A comprehensive study of the taxonomy and bionomics of major insect orders with particular reference to tropical/subtropical species of agricultural, medical and veterinary importance. Pest management, etc.
ZEB 432: Entomology II 2 Units
Insect integument – Composition, structure and physiology. Muscular and nervous systems, sense organs, alimentary system, respiratory and circulatory systems, excretory organs, reproductive systems, embryonic and post-embryonic developments. Physiology of smoulting, Hormones and Pheromones. Mode of action of pesticides.
ZEB 441: Fisheries Biology I 2 Units
Morphology and anatomy of fish, classification of major fish groups with particular reference to tropical region. Fish biology – food and feeding habits, age and growth, reproduction and life history studies; fisheries ecology and productivity; fish behaviour, parasites, population dynamics and stock assessment studies.
ZEB 442: Fisheries Biology II 2 Units
Fishing gear and method; distribution and abundance of major marine and freshwater fisheries, fisheries management, aquaculture and fish farming practices/management; fish handling, preservation and processing techniques, distribution, marketing; fishermen’s co-operatives.
ZEB 443: Hydrobiology 2 Units
Principles of aquatic biology with particular reference to limnology. Water as an environment for life. The marine, brackish water/estuarine environments, colonization and succession. Procedures and techniques in the estimation of aquatic productivity a primary and secondary levels. Production processes of invertebrates that facilitate management of fish stocks, distribution, adaptations and inter relationships. Tropic relations, energy flow and consequent applied implications in terms of production and utilization: Man’s influence on aquatic communities, pollution. Hydrobiology research techniques.
ZEB 452: Animal Ecology 2 Units
In depth studies on the relationships of animal to their environment, especially as they affect their distribution and abundance, population structures, community metabolism; zoogeography, evolutionary and genetic ecology; biological control, Environmental threats to man and animals, Game reserves and game cropping.
ZEB 453: Wildlife Management, Conservation and Park Management 2 Units
(Pre-requisites: ZEB 201, 202, 301, 401). Factors which threaten natural communities and/or species; including landscape, alteration, pollution, industrial accidents, introduction of exotic species and the collection of animals for Zoos, the pet trade, research and hunting. The preservation of endangered communities and species; the management of natural communities; wildlife preserves, public education and legislation. Effects of climatic change on tropical wildlife (Mammals, Reptiles and Birds) ecology and biodiversity.
ZEB 454: Animal Biodiversity Management and Prospecting 2 Units
Introduction to animal biodiversity; Principles of biodiversity and methods of conservation evaluation; numerical diversity measures; Extent of animal diversity, evaluation, animal diversity measurements, techniques (multivariate and graphical); Diversity indices, temporal and spatial variability. Biodiversity differences in terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems; wetlands etc.
ZEB 455: Wastes and Waste Management 2 Units
Sources and characterization of wastes (physical, chemical and biological etc) Municipal waste management. Strategies of waste management and control (re-cycling, feedstock, land fills, etc). Techno-economic and socio-political aspects of waste management; organisms associated with waste management. Problems and prospects of waste management in Nigeria. Transboundary movement of wastes. Transboundry control; Harmful wastes acts; Institutions and commissions etc.
ZEB 481 Animal Genetics and Molecular Biology 2 Units
(Pre-requisites: Bio 351, 352; ZEB 361). Structural organization of chromosomes of prokaryotes and eukaryotes’. Advances of the eukaryotic chromosomes over the prokaryotic types. Evolution of thee eukaryotic chromosome type. The cell division cycle; Mitosis and meiosis. Techniques in animal cytogenetics and karyotyping. Physical and chemical properties of nucleic acids. Gene expression and control; mutation and mutagenesis; transformation; modern trends in molecular genetics etc
ZEB 462: Animal Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics 2 Units
(Pre-requisites: Bio 351,352; ZEB 361). Significant of human genetics; problems of experimentation and data collection; mendelian genetics; Deviations from mendelian ratios; cell division; Nature of chromosomes; Gene; DNA; Protein synthesis; Mutations; Human Karyotype Criteria for autosomal sex linked inheritances. Pedigree analysis; Inherited homoglobinohties e.g. Sickle cell anaemia; inherited enzymes defects- PKU, Albinisim etc; Human ABO systems. Genetic counseling etc. Introduction to Bioinformatics, Internet studies- world wide web, HTML and URL, Search engines, PubMed and information retrieval, MeSH vocabulary; Sequence Information Sources-EMBL nucleotide sequence data base, Genbank overview, Entrez, LotusLink, UniGene; Protein information sources, Sequence and phylogeny analysis, etc Genome, nucleotides and Polynucleotide, Base Paring, DNA ,RNA, genetic code, Homology, Protein synthesis.
ZEB 463: Advanced Animal Biotechnology I 2 units
Animal protein biotechnology and products. Animals in biotechnology research. Clones; creating Dolly, limits of cloning, future of cloning. Transgenic animals; transgenic techniques, improving agro-aquaculture products with transgenics, transgenic animals as bioreactors, knock-out: a special case of transgenics. Antibodies production in animals models; monoclonal antibodies, egg as antibody factories. DNA fingerprinting and forensic biotechnology. Molecular genetics of aquatic animals. Biomass and bioprocessing. Environmental animal biotechnology and bioremediation.
ZEB 464: Advanced Animal Biotechnology II 2 units
Advances in medical biotechnology; biomarkers for disease detection, vaccines and therapeutic antibodies, detecting genetic diseases, gene therapy. Cell and tissue transplanting; tissue engineering, stem cell technologies and cloning, embryonic stem cell and therapeutic cloning. Human genomic project. Gene banks. Animal biotechnology regulations; inspections, EPA, food and drugs administration, legislation and regulations, patents, ethical issues in biotechnology. Biotechnology and nature.
ZEB 468: Population Genetics 2 Units
(Pre-requisites: ZEB 281 and BIO 351). The Population; diversity and sample; Mendelian and quantitative genetics; gene and genotype frequencies and Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium; factors affecting genetic frequencies and natural populations. Ecological genetics, coefficients of natural /artificial selection. Gene polymorphism, population growth and limitations; Genetics in animal breeding; cross programmes to investigate quantitative characters etc.
ZEB 471: Environmental Biology 2 Units
(Pre-requisites: ZEB 172, 274 and 371). Ecosystem Management, Fundamentals of environmental education, Ecosystems (urban, estuarine, freshwaters, aerial, land etc) and components, Watershed approach to sustainable management and development, Major environmental problems (global warming and climatic change, water quality, etc.),Effect of chemical industries/ development projects on animal life forms and environmental quality, Elements and Techniques of environmental monitoring and remote sensing, etc.
ZEB 472: Environmental Impact Assessment 2 Units
Animal population estimation techniques in various habitats, Principles of environmental Impact assessment; the use of animal population data in environmental impact assessment, phases in environmental impact assessment, scoops etc. Techniques of environmental impact assessment (EIA), Elements of EIA; Environmental impact statements (EIS) Environmental auditing (EA) and modeling, case studies, Remediation and appraisals, Predictive value of animal population data, application of biodiversity indices in environmental studies and management, etc. Legislative frameworks (national and International) etc.
ZEB 481: Seminar 2 Units
Literature research/review on a selected topic under staff guidance written up and presented in class and finally submitted as a write-up.
ZEB 490: Research Project 6 Units
A selected project to be investigated by each student under tutorial guidance by the staff, written and submitted as a write-up; and/or a written report on industrial attachment in partial fulfillment for the B.Sc. honours degree in Zoology and Environmental Biology.
