Friday, 24 February 2012

Society And Environment Syllabus


Society And Environment
Group A
Societal structure and dynamics: An analysis of basic sociological concepts and their applications to contemporary society. Social stratification, caste, cultural heritage, occupation, mobility and income distribution. Social tensions and their causes; social responsibilities and social institutions.
Development processes. Parameters for development. Inter-relationship between social, economic and scientific factors. Role of science and technology in development. Planning- its objectives and assessment.
Technology assessment historical development of science and technology. Criteria for assessment of appropriate technology and technology adaption.

Group B
Ecosystems. Natural ecosystems. Principles of ecobalance. Biosphere cycle, carbon dioxide cycle. Causes for eco-imbalance-its effects and remedies.
Environmental degradation. Causes of degradation- its effects. Control of air, water, soil and noise pollutions. Protection of ozone layer.
Waste management. Agricultural, urban and industrial wastes.
Sustainable development. Definition and concept. Technology for sustainable energy and materials.

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