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Central Universities Common Entrance Test ( CUCET ) Entrance Examination Syllabus - 2015 :

Syllabus for UG

This paper will comprise of two parts, Part-A and Part-B

Part-A

Language, general awareness, mathematical aptitude and analytical skills – comprising of 25 MCQs

Part-B ( It will have 4 sections I to IV. Each section will comprise of 25 MCQs. The candidate has to answer any three sections )

Section-I : PHYSICS

Measurement, Motion in one dimension, Laws of Motion, Motion in two dimensions, Work, Power and Energy, Linear Momentum & collisions, Rotation of a rigid body about a fixed axis, Gravitation, Oscillatory motion, Mechanics of solids and fluids, Heat and thermodynamics, Wave, Electrostatics, Current Electricity, Magnetic Effect of Current, Magnetism in Matter, Electromagnetic induction, Ray Optics and optical instruments, Wave Optics, Modern Physics

Section-II : CHEMISTRY

Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding, Redox Reactions, Chemical Equilibrium and Kinetics, Acid-Base concepts, Electrochemistry, Catalysis, Colloids, Colligative Properties of Solution, Periodic Table, Preparation and Properties of the following: Hydrogen peroxide. copper sulphate, silver nitrate, plaster of paris, borax, Mohr's salt, alums, white and red lead, microcosmic salt and bleaching powder, sodium thiosulphate. Thermochemistry, General Organic Chemistry, Reaction intermediates, Isomerism, Polymers, Carbohydrates, Preparation and Properties of the Followings: Hydrocarbons ,monohydric alcohols, aldehydes, ketones, monocarboxylic acids, primary amines, benzene, nitrobenzene, aniline, phenol, benzaldehyde, benzoic acid, Grignard Reagent. Solid State: Structure of simple ionic compounds, Crystal imperfections (point defects only), Born-Haber cycle, Petroleum: Important industrial fractions, cracking, octane number, anti knocking compounds.

Section-III : Mathematics

Algebra: Sets relations & functions, De-Morgan's Law, Mapping Inverse relations, Equivalence relations, Peano's axioms, Definition of rationals and integers through equivalence relation, Indices and surds, Solutions of simultaneous and quadratic equations, A.P., G.P. and H.P., Special sums i.e. Σn2 and Σn3 (nΣN ), Partial fraction, Binomial theorem for any index, exponential series, Logarithm and Logarithmic series. Determinants and their use in solving simultaneous linear equations, Matrices, Algebra of matrices, Inverse of a matrix, Use of matrix for solving equations.

Probability: Definition, Dependent and independent events, Numerical problem on addition and multiplication, theorem of probability.

Trigonometry: Identities, Trigonometric equations, properties of triangles, solution of triangles, heights and distances, Inverse function, Complex numbers and their properties, Cube roots of unity, De-Moivre's theorem.

Co-ordinate Geometry: Pair of straight lines, Circles, General equation of second degree, parabola, ellipse and hyperbola, tracing of conics.

Calculus: Limits & continuity of functions, Differentiation of function of function, tangents & normal, Simple examples of Maxima & Minima, Indeterminate forms, Integration of function by parts, by substitution and by partial fraction, definite integral, application to volumes and surfaces of frustums of sphere, cone and cylinder.Differential equations of first order and of first degree.

Vectors : Algebra of vectors, scalar and vector products of two and three vectors and

their applications.

Dynamics : Velocity, composition of velocity, relative velocity, acceleration, composition of accelerations, Motion under gravity, Projectiles, Laws of motion,Principles of conservation of momentum and energy, direct impact of smooth bodies.

Statics: Composition of coplanar, concurrent and parallel forces moments and couples resultant of set of coplanar forces and condition of equilibrium, determination of centroid in simple cases, Problems involving friction.

Section-IV : Biology

Zoology

Origin of Life: Oparin's theory, Miller's Experiment, Viruses - structure, properties, distribution, classification and pathogenesis (Eg. AIDS, CANCER), Viroids & Prions, Biotic balance.

Organic Evolution: Relationship among organisms and Evidences of organic Evolution - Principles of Evolution - Lamarkism, Darwinism and Speciation. Mechanism of Organic

Evolution: Variations - Definition, causes and types, Mutations (Principles of Hugo de'veries), Role of mutations in speciation. Evolution through ages and human evolution

Human Genetics and Eugenics: Human hereditary traits, study of Twins, A.B.O. blood groups and their inheritance, Rh-factor, Sex determination. Chromosomal aberrations, Important human syndromes, Sex linked characters and their inheritance, Applied Genetics - eugenics, euthenics, euphenics & I.Q. Test.

Applied Biology: Wild life of India - Endangered species: Biosphere Reserves, National Parks and sanctuaries, Project Tiger, Conservation of wild life, Bio-energy, Poultry, Fisheries (edible fishes), Human Population, Population explosion, problems & control. Test - Tube babies, & Amniocentasis, Application of Biotechnology in human welfare. Human Aging. Mammalian Anatomy (Eg. Rabbit): Reproductive system (excluding embryonic development) Osteology, structure and organization of different systems.

Animal Physiology:

(A) Animal Nutrition: Food, Balanced diet, Nutritional imbalances and deficiency diseases, Digestion, Absorption, Assimilation of food, (comparison between human and Rabbit).

(B) Animal Excretion and Osmoregulation: Chemical nature of excretory products in various animals, Physiology of excretion, Function of liver and kidney (Homeostatic regulatory functions of kidneys), Formation of urine, Osmoregulation by kidneys.

(C) Respiratory system: Exchange and transport of gases (O2 and Co2) factors affecting O2 and Co2 transport, Cellular respiration, different lung volumes, breathing and sound production.

(D) Nervous systems: Central, autonomic and peripheral nervous system, Receptors, Effectors, Reflexaction. Nature and conduction of Nerve- impulses, Synapse, Sense organs - Structure & working of Eye & Ear, Biochemistry of vision and taste buds.

(E) Endocrine System: Different endocrine glands and Hormones - definition, types, characteristics and their functions, (in relation to human beings), Hormonal disorders and pheromones.

(F) Circulatory System: Circulation of body fluids- Blood and lymph, Open and closed vascular systems, Structure and working physiology of Heart, Comparison between arteries and veins, Lymphatic system.

(G) Animal Diversity: Classification of Animal kingdom (Based on Storar & Eusinger), Chracteristic feature of different phyla and classes with examples.

Detailed studies of followings:

(a) Protozoa

(i) Amoeba- Habit & Habitat, structure, locomotion, reproduction, Osmoregulation, Parastic amoebae - Entamoeba histolytica and Entamoeba gengivalis, structure, diseases caused by them and their control measures.

(ii) Plasmodium vivax-life-cycle, malaria therapy and control.

(iii) Protozoan and diseases

(b) Porifera: A simple sponge ( Leucosolenia); Detailed study of structure & physiology, Sponge industry.

(c) Coelenterata: Hydra - Habit and Habitat, morphology, tissue differentiation in relation to physiological division of labour and regeneration.

(d) Aschelminthes: Ascaris- morphology, life-cycle, therapy and control.

(e) Annelida: Pheretima posthuma - Bionomics and economic importance.

(f) Arthropoda: (Periplanata): Structure- external and internal. Comparison between Periplanata and Blatta.

(i) Housefly & Mosquito: structure and life – cycle

(ii) Economic importance of insets & their control.

Botany

Plant Cell: Structure & functions electron microscopic structured mitochondria, Plastids centrosomes. Lysosomes, microsomes, endoplasmic reticulum, Nucleus, Golgibodes, D.N.A & R.N.A. Cytoplasm, membranes and cell wall.

Protoplasm: structure, components physical and chemical properties. Cell divison (formation) - free cell formation, Amitosis & Meosis, Duplication of D.N.A.

Ecology: Ecological factors (atmospheric, edaphic, climatic, geological & biotic factors).

Ecosystem: Structure, components of ecosystem eg. Water soluble minerals and gases, producers consumers, decomposers, Pond and forest ecosystem. Atmospheric pollution-causes and control, Types of pollution - Detergents, chemicals automobile exhaust, Radioactive matter, Smog, sound, Pesticides.

Genetics: Mendalism, Mendals experiment and law of inheritance. Modern Classification of plant kingdom- (according to Ostwald & Tippo) (outline).

Seeds in angiospermic plants: description of development of angiospermic plants (life history of angiospermic plants).

Fruits: Dispersal of fruits and seeds

Cell differentiation Plant Tissue: Meristimatic classification of meritimatic & permanet tissue and functions and classification of tissue system. Anatomy of Root, stem and leaf: difference between dicot and Monocot stem. Secondary growth of stem and root. Anatomy of hydrophytes, Xeophytes & Mesophytes.

Important phylums:

Algae: Habitat, general characters & uses, description of ulothrix & spirogyra. Bacteria: structure - types of nutrition, reproduction and economic importance.

Fungi: structure description of Rhizopus and yeast and their economic importance, Fermentation.

Broyophyta: structure and economic importance, description of funaria (Moss)

Pteridophyta: general structures of pteridophytes description of fern ( Droypteris ) General study of gymnosperms and life history of cycas. Classification of angiospermn, Description of families - identification and economic importance Cruciferae, Malvaceae, Leguminosae, compositeae, cucurbitaceae.

Soil: Absorption of water through root hairs osmosis, Translocation and Root pressure Nitrogen cycle. Special modes of nutrition in plants (Autotrophic, heterotrophic, Parasites, saprophytes, Symbionts insectivorous and their ecological relation.

Photosynthesis: Chloroplast, light, chlorophyll and Carbon dioxide, Mechanism of photosynthesis formation of A.T.P. and their functions and importance of photosynthesis.

Transpiration: factors and importance, Mechanism of opening and closing of stomata.

Respiration: aerobic, anaerobic respiration, mechanism of respiration (Glycolysis, Kreb's cycle, E.T.S.) Growth & movement: definition of growth, Region of growth & their measurements, types of movements in plants, Growth harmone.

Syllabus for UG02 (Part-A and -B)

There will be only one test paper for this session. The question paper will comprise of 100 MCQs from the following discipline. i.e. English, Numerical Aptitude/Data Interpretation, Analytical Skills, Reasoning, General Aptitude, General Knowledge.

Syllabus For M. Phil / Ph.D

This paper will comprise of two parts, Part-A and Part-B

Part-A

Part A of the question paper is compulsory for all candidates. It shall contain 25 MCQs covering English language competency, General knowledge, Current Awareness and Analytical Skills.

Part-B

Part B of the question paper will have 4 sections I to IV. Each section will comprise of 25 MCQs. The candidate will have to answer any three sections.

Part-A

English language competency, General knowledge, Current Awareness and Analytical Skills.

Part-B

Section-I

Unit-I

Management, Functions of Management, Managerial Roles and responsibilities, Management Thought-Classical Perspective, Scientific Management, Administrative Management, Bureaucratic Management, Behavioural Perspective. Social Responsibilities of Business. Leadership, transitions in leadership theories, trait theories, behavioural theories, contingency theories, leadership styles and skills, Managerial culture and leadership, Motivation and theories. Organization theories, Individual Behaviour, Personality, Perception, Organizational Learning, Group Dynamics, Team Building

Unit-II

Meaning and scope of Managerial Economics, Objectives of firm, Fundamental concepts of Economics - Incremental reasoning, contribution, Time perspective, Risk and uncertainty, Discounting principle, Opportunity cost, Profit maximization model, Growth maximization model and Behavioural model of firm Demand and revenue, Elasticity of demand, Demand function, Demand forecasting, Cost concepts, Production function, Laws of returns and returns to scale. Theory of pricing, Perfect competition, Imperfect Competition, Monopoly, Monopolistic competition, Monopsony, Duopoly and Oligopoly, National Income, Methods of measurement

Unit-III

Financial Accounting, Accounting as an information system, Accounting concepts, conventions and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Financial Statements: Preparation of Financial Statements-Trading Account, Profit & Loss Account, Balance Sheet and Adjustments in final accounts.

Management Accounting, Attributes and Usefulness of Financial Statements, Cost Accounting: Cost Accounting & Cost Centre. Elements and Methods of Costing, Preparation of Cost Sheet and Inventory Control. Marginal & Standard Costing and Budgetary Control, Marginal Costing, Absorption Costing, Concept and Application of CVP Analysis in business decision making, Standard Costing, Variance Analysis.

Unit-IV

Business Policy. Strategic Management, Strategy formulation, Strategic alternatives and choice, Strategic Analysis, Strategy implementation, Strategy Evaluation: Strategic Evaluation and Control Corporate Governance: Issues, Corporate Governance Code, Transparency & Disclosure. Global issues of Corporate Governance. Regulatory Framework of Corporate Governance, Major Corporate Scams-Indian and Global

Computer fundamentals. Computer Components: Hardware (Processing devices, memory (RAM, ROM), Input-Output devices, External storage devices), Software (System, Application software), Data, Humanware. MS-Office. Internet. Development of MIS

Section-II

Unit-I

            Business Communication: Principles of effective communication (7 Cs), Media for communication (covering written, oral, face-to-face, audio-visual, computer aided, silence), model of communication process. Types of communication: Formal (upward, downward, horizontal, diagonal), Informal (grapevine, consensus), Ethics in communication. Barriers to communication. Report writing Corporate communication. Means of communication

Entrepreneurship conceptual aspects. Entrepreneurial process & entrepreneurship development. Preparing for an entrepreneurial career. Institutional infrastructure to promote entrepreneurship. Emerging trends in Entrepreneurship.

Unit-II

Marketing concepts, Marketing management, Marketing mix, STP (Segmentation, Targeting, Positioning) concepts, Marketing planning, organization and control. Product, classification, product line-concepts and decisions, new product development process, Product Life Cycle, Packaging, labelling, tags, quality standards. Product portfolio decisions. Pricing, process, methods, pricing strategies. Physical distribution, levels of distribution channels, channel-management decisions. Promotion, promotion mix concept; Advertising, 5-M model ; Sales promotion ; Public relations, Direct marketing, Personal selling.

Financial Management, objectives of financial management, profit maximization vs. wealth maximization, Financial modelling-Concepts, scope and limitations. Sources of finance. Emerging short-term and long term financial instruments. Financing decisions, Capital structure, Investment decision, Working capital management, Dividend decision

Unit-III

Production and Operations management, Production planning and control, Production processes, Capacity planning, Plant location, Plant layout, Quality control, Statistical Quality Control, Control charts, Acceptance sampling techniques, Total Quality Management (TQM), Business Process Reengineering (BPR), Materials management, Inventory management

Business Environment, Environment Scanning, Environmental Analysis and forecasting ,business and society – Social responsibility of business Economic and Political Environment, Technological Environment, Demography and Socio-Cultural Environment, Legal, Financial and International Environment

Unit-IV

Probability Theory and Probability Distributions, Bayes' Theorem, Binomial, Poisson and Normal distributions, Measures of central tendency, Measures of Variation. Correlation and Regression. Index Numbers, Interpolation and Extrapolation. Research Methodology, types and process of research. Research Design. Data Sources, methods of data collection. Sampling and Tests of Significance, Sampling of Attributes, Sampling of Variables (Large and Small Samples). Data Analysis, Hypothesis testing, Parametric and Non-Parametric Tests. Statistical Decision Theory: Decision making process, Decisions under Uncertainty and Decisions under Risk. Linear Programming , Transportation Model, Assignment Model, Queuing Theory, PERT & CPM, Game Theory.

Section- III

Unit-I

Need for Training and development - Methods of Identification of Training needs - Training policy Methods of Training - supervisory development programmes, (SDP) - Techniques of SDP - Training and education for operative personnel, skill training, Computer Based Training(CBT), Multimedia Training, E-Learning/Online Learning, Distance Learning

Management Development (MD) and Organizational Development (OD). Methods of MD- OD interventions. Training Evaluation, Kirkpatrick Model of Evaluation, CIRO Model, Cost-Benefit Analysis, ROI of Training. Role of Professional bodies for Management Education and Training - AIMA, NIPM, ISTD, IIMS, School of Management Studies, NPC, NITIE and ASCI - Training and TQM and ISO 9000- Training Aids - Types of aids and Audio visual aids - Budget Estimation on Training.

Unit-II

Conceptual Framework of Strategic HRM, Models of Strategic HRM, SHRM for Competitive Advantage, Strategic HR, Strategic H R Planning , Implementation of Strategic HRM, Performance Management & Feedback, Compensation, Employee Separation.

Components of Strategic HRM , Strategic Knowledge Management. Evaluating Strategic Contributions, Approaches and methods of evaluation.

Industrial Relations, Grievances Handling, Industrial Discipline. Trade Unionism, Industrial Disputes, Collective Bargaining, Workers' Participation.

Unit-III

International Management and Culture; Strategic Decision-Making- the PESTEL Framework; Comparing Cultures; Movement in the Culture; Organisational Culture; Culture and Management Communication

Performance Management, Managing Organisational Performance, Evaluating performance management, Compensation Management. Payment of Wages Act, 1936, Employee's Provident Funds Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952

Unit-IV

The Factories Act- 1948, The Employees State Insurance Act, 1948, Industrial Employment (standing order) Act 1946, The Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972 Perspective of HRD, Organizational Effectiveness and Excellence. Evaluating HRD. Organizational Development (OD) -OD Programs and Techniques: OD Consultants. Organizational Development Process, Managing Organizational Change. Concept of Competency.

Section-IV

Unit-I

Tourism, Typology of Tourism, Classification of Tourists,Tourism Network,Historical Development ofTourism ? Major motivations and deterrents to travel. Tourism Industry; Structure and Components, Emerging areas of tourism, Ideals of Responsible Tourism ? Alternate Tourism. Tourist Transportation: Air transportation Surface Transport Rail Transport Water Transport.

Tourism Impacts, Tourism Area Life Cycle (TALC), Doxey’s Index, Demonstration Effect Push and Pull Theory, Tourism System, Mathieson and Wall Model & Leiper’s Model

Stanley Plog’s Model of Destination Preferences ? Demand and Supply in tourism ?Tourism regulations Present trends in Domestic and Global tourism, MNC’s in Tourism Industry.

Unit-II

Natural Tourism resources in India, Tourism & nature conservation, Tourism Organizations: Role and Functions of World Tourism Organization (WTO), Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA),World Tourism & Travel Council (WTTC), Ministry of Tourism, Govt. Of India, ITDC, Department of Tourism, Govt. of J&K, FHRAI, IHA, IATA, TAAI, IATO. Jammu and Kashmir Tourism, Tourism Products of Jammu & Kashmir, Religions and important pilgrimage sites, Tourism Destinations

Unit-III

Importance of geography in Tourism, IATA Areas, Factors affecting global and regional tourist movements; demand and origin factors, destinations and resource factors. Contemporary trends in International tourist movements, Physical and political features of Indian-subcontinent, Tourism and Environmental Change, Eco Tourism Resources in India

Study of wild life Parks, Sanctuaries & Tiger Reserves in India, Study of Hill station attractions & their environs. Islands: Resources & their use patterns.

Unit-IV

Adventure Tourism, Cultural and Heritage Tourism, Sustaining Tourism infrastructure for religious tourists and pilgrimages, local consultation and participation, administrative and regulatory issues; planning and management approaches, Cultural Events Management, MICE, Evolution of MICE industry; Components of MICE, Trade shows and exhibitions/expositions, Conference and Events venues, Incentive Tour, Travel Agencies and Tour Operators, Organizational Structure/Chart of travel agency, Different approval requirements from Government and Private Travel bodies for setting up a travel agency, Travel agency documents and formats used in operations. Destination Development, Process of Strategic Tourism Planning, destination planning and Synthesis, Destination Promotion, Destination development policies, Approaches to Destination Resort Planning.