Group A
Society
Societal Structure and Dynamics
An analysis of basic sociological conceptand their applications to contemporary society; social stratification, caste, class, cultural hetitage, occupation, mobility and income distribution. Socail tensions and their causes; societal responsibilities and social institutions.
Development Processes
Parameters for development. Interrelationship 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 appopriate technology and technology adaption.
Group B
Enviroment
Ecosystems
Natural ecosystem. Principles of ecobalance. Biosphere cycle. carbon dioxide cycle. Causes for eco-imbalance-its effects and remedies.
Enviromental Degradation
Causes for degradation-its effects. Control of air, water, soil and noise pollutions. Protection of ozone layer.
Waste Management
Agricultural, urban and industrial wastes.
Sustainable Development
Defination and concept. Technology for sustainable energy and materials.
Recommended Books.
1. S C Naik and T N Tiwari. Society and Enviroment. Oxford & IBH Publishing Co.(P) Ltd., New Delhi.
2.R Sharan Engineering, Enviroment & society. The Institution of Engineers(India), Kolkata.
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