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I, III & V SEMESTER ONLINE TEACHING AND PRACTICE GUIDE
CBCS Undergraduate Courses in Geography
University of Calcutta
Online Teaching Guide for Selected UG Practical Papers
GEO-A-CC-1-01-P – Geotectonics and Geomorphology Lab
Measurement of dip and strike using clinometer
Online teaching
• Explanation of dip and strike and utility of a clinometer
• Parts of a clinometer and its uses
• Method of measuring dip
• Method of measuring bearing
• Method of determining dip and strike directions
• Method of field book entry and ways of writing dip and strike information of rock strata
Online evaluation
• Short theoretical questions on parts of a clinometers and their uses
• Methods of measuring angles
• A given field book with dip stated and strike to be calculated
• A photograph of rock strata from where angle of dip is to be read.
Megascopic identification of minerals and rocks
Online teaching
• Distinction between minerals and rocks
• Physical characteristics of minerals
• Types of rocks
• Characteristics of all mineral and rock specimens specified in the syllabus (to be shown using magnet, HCl acid, Penknife, magnifying glass, streak-plate etc)
Online evaluation
• Two characteristics of a specimen may be asked to be written
• Two characteristics may be given to identify a particular specimen
• Photographs of typical specimens may be given for identification (which do not need use of magnet, acid etc.).
Example:
Tourmaline Gneiss
Extraction and interpretation of geomorphic information from Survey of India 1:50k topographical maps of plateau region
GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR ONLINE TEACHING
• For the practical exercises of Geomorphology, the attached soft copy of the topographical map (No. 73I/4 – Open Series) is to be given to the students. The students are advised to get their respective hard copies (print out) of the map and do the practical exercises accordingly using the same.
• To explain the principles, methodologies and techniques, on screen tools like Jam board (Google Meet), White Board (Zoom), Paint Brush (Windows Utility) etc. may be used, PPT may be presented or relevant You Tube video links may be shared with the students.
• The PDF version of the scanned images or screenshots of the final work sheets are to be submitted online by the students to their respective teachers within stipulated time.
• The teachers are requested to keep a record of the same. Based on the record, online completion certificates are to be issued at the end of the semester to each of the students stating that he/she has successfully completed all the practical assignments mentioned in the curriculum.
• The students will upload the completion certificates at the time of online practical examination along with PDF versions of their laboratory notebooks.
TOPIC-SPECIFIC GUIDELINES
Construction of Relief Profiles (Superimposed, Projected and Composite)
Online teaching
• Definition and characteristics
• Method of construction
• Applicability and interpretation
• A practical exercise of profile drawing is to be given to the students selecting topographical section lines from the given topographical sheet.
Online evaluation
• Identification of the type (Superimposed/ Projected/ Composite) of the given profiles. The reasons in support of the answer are also to be mentioned. (The profiles are to be given along with an index map showing their locations.)
• Interpretation of the same.
• Short theoretical questions.
Delineation of Drainage Basins
Online teaching
• Definition of a drainage basin
• Necessity of delineation of a drainage basin
• Principles to be followed at the time of delineating the drainage basin
• An exercise of delineation of drainage basin is to be given to the students selecting a basin from the given topographical map.
• The teacher may upload a properly delineated sample basin (other than that given for practical exercise) for easy understanding of the students.
Online evaluation
• A drainage basin, delineated in an incorrect manner and superimposed on properly numbered network of square grids, may be given to the students and they are to be asked to identify the errors along with reasons, mentioning the grid numbers as location identity.
• Short theoretical questions on principles of drainage basin delineation.
Construction of Relative Relief map, Slope map (Wentworth’s method) and Drainage Density map
Online teaching
• Explanation of all the three concepts, their significance as morphometric techniques and their interrelationship.
• The techniques of data extraction from the topographical map.
• In the context of preparation of Drainage Density map, different parts of a rotameter are to be shown using a properly labelled diagram and the technique of measuring curvilinear lines using the said instrument is to be explained diagrammatically.
• If the students have no access to rotameter, then it is suggested to provide them with the required data i.e., length of stream channel in centimetres in each of the one square kilometre grid covering the entire basin area. The students may be asked to convert the data of stream length into kilometre according to the map scale.
• Calculations.
• Techniques of drawing the isopleth lines to divide the basin into different zones (e.g., high, moderate, low etc.) and preparation of the final map.
Online evaluation
• Grid-wise calculation of Relative Relief, Average Slope and Drainage Density using the given data. The type of data to be given may be as shown in the following table:
• RELATIVE RELIEF: Grid-wise data of the highest and lowest elevations in metre, mentioning the respective grid numbers,
• AVERAGE SLOPE (AFTER WENTWORTH): Grid-wise data of number of contour crossings, mentioning the respective grid numbers,
• DRAINAGE DENSITY: Grid-wise data of the length of stream channel in km/km2,
• A properly labelled 1 km × 1 km grid is to be given with a linear scale on it, so that the students can have an idea about the spatial distribution of the morphometric data.
• Drawing of inferences regarding the nature of the topography on the basis of the above-mentioned calculations.
• Short theoretical questions.
Stream Ordering (Strahler) and Bifurcation Ratio
Online teaching
• Explanation of the concept of stream ordering and its importance.
• Techniques of stream ordering after Strahler using online tools or You Tube videos.
• Explanation of the concept of bifurcation ratio, its significance and method of calculation.
• Ordering of the streams of the selected basin.
• Calculation of the number of streams of different order of that basin.
• Calculation of bifurcation ratio.
Online evaluation
• Short answer type questions on the technique of stream ordering after Strahler.
• Objective type questions like-
o Fill in the blanks:
According to Strahler’s method, each fingertip tributary is designated as a ________ order stream.
If two fingertip tributaries join, the resulting stream is designated as a ________ order stream.
o Tick the correct answer:
When a first order stream joins with a second order stream, the resulting stream is of second / third order.
• Calculation of bifurcation ratio based on the given data of stream order and number.
Construction of Hypsometric Curve and derivation of Hypsometric Integral of a River Basin
Online teaching
• Theoretical concept of hypsometric curve and hypsometric integral.
• Method of construction. (The relevant pages of the book ‘Modern Concepts in Geomorphology’ by Patrick McCullagh is attached herewith for reference.)
• Construction of the hypsometric curve for the given basin.
• Calculation of the hypsometric integral.
• Interpretation.
Online evaluation
• Construction of the hypsometric curve on the basis of the given data of height and corresponding area of a drainage basin.
• Calculation of hypsometric integral.
• Interpretation.
Reference documents attached
• Topographical map no 73I/4 – Open Series
• PDF of Chapter 2 from McCullagh, P. 1978. Modern Concepts in Geomorphology, Oxford University Press, Oxford: 128p. GEO-A-CC-3-05-P – Climatology Lab
Measurement of weather elements using analogue instruments: Mean daily temperature, air pressure, relative humidity, and rainfall
Online teaching
Instruments involved: Six’s Maximum-minimum Thermometer, Fortin’s Barometer, Hygrometer and Rain gauge
• Statement of the problem [Example for Fortin’s Barometer: To measure the height of the mercury column with the help of Fortin’s Barometer and record the reading in the proper field book]
• Introduction and objective
o Brief introduction of the instrument
o Estimation of different parameters [Maximum and minimum temperature reached in a given period of time / Air Pressure / Relative Humidity / Amount of rainfall]
o Its role / application in various fields
• Description
o Brief description and function of different parts.
o Labelling on the image
• Theoretical knowledge on methodology
o Steps of work with the help of image or video
o Preparation of field book
o Solving easy problems from the given field book (wherever applicable)
Online evaluation
• Parts of the instruments may be asked to be identified from drawings with the parts shown by numbers of alphabets.
• Objective type questions on various aspects
• Problems involving readings of Hygrometer and Barometer (2 marks per question)
• Facilities like Google From with options of short answer, multiple choice, check boxes, drop down, multiple choice grid, or checkbox grid etc. may be utilised for home evaluation of the students for this and other topics.
Interpretation of a daily weather map of India (any two): Pre-Monsoon, Monsoon, and Post-Monsoon
Online teaching
• The teacher will provide scanned soft copy of the weather map to the student
• The teacher will explain salient features of weather map for all the three seasons with the help of scanned map. Questions will be set for any two seasons during the examination according to the syllabus.
• Concept of pressure gradient and transect chart will be explained theoretically.
• The students will learn to draw cartographic representation regarding rainfall, cloud cover, wind velocity etc.
• The students should learn to draw typical sketches on eye estimation to identify distinct features of a particular weather map. Pasting of scanned map is acceptable for reference in the Laboratory Notebook.
• The map may be interpreted under the following heads:
o Introduction
o Pressure condition (land and sea)
o Wind velocity and direction
o Cloud cover and precipitation
o Sea condition
o Other weather phenomena
o Identification of the season and forecasting
Online evaluation
• Softcopy of a weather map(s) may be provided to the students and they can be asked to interpret specified aspects.
• Symbols of weather phenomena can be asked to be identified.
• Objective-type questions on various aspects of weather map interpretation.
Construction and interpretation of hythergraph, climograph (G. Taylor), and of wind rose
• Data will be provided by the teacher and the process will be explained for both topic 3 and 4.
• The students can draw the diagram and attach the image of the same or they can digitise the diagram. Both processes will be acceptable.
• Process of online examination should follow the procedures outlined earlier. GEO-A-CC-5-11-P – Research Methodology and Fieldwork Lab
For basic instructions on regular, offline mode of teaching and evaluation of this paper, please refer to <CUGeog – UG CBCS Exam Modalities v6>.
The following guidelines apply to (a) the undergraduate departments that did not complete their fieldworks and field reports prior to the pandemic-related lockdown, or (b) the departments that completed their fieldworks, but not field reports.
• Each student will prepare a report based on primary data collected from field survey and/or secondary data collected from different sources.
• The students will select either one rural area (mouza) or an urban area (municipal ward) for the study, with the primary objective of evaluating the relation between physical and cultural landscape.
• A specific problem or a special feature may optionally be identified based on which, the study area will be selected.
• The report should be in English in the candidate’s own words between 2,000 and 4,000 words (typically containing sections on: Introduction, Physical Aspects, Socio-economic Aspects, Conclusions).
• The report including tables, photographs, maps, diagrams, references and appendices should not exceed 20 A4 pages.
• An electronic copy of the report prepared in PDF format (A4 size), and duly certified by the concerned teacher, is to be submitted for online examination. In the event of regular, offline examination, this electronic file is to be printed (or the original pages are to be), bound, and submitted.
• Points specified in the syllabus may be modified to meet the above criteria.
GEO-A-CC-5-12-P – Remote Sensing, GIS and GNSS Lab
Online teaching
RS & GIS: It is expected that the teacher will conduct the classes from a desktop or notebook computer where QGIS (version 3.10) is installed.
• The teacher will introduce QGIS to the students and show how to download the software online.
• The teacher will give a brief overview of the QGIS interface (Panels, Toolbars etc.) and share the concepts of plug-ins and add-ins by showing how to install them.
• The teacher will explain the concepts of GCS and PCS and show the processes of georeferencing (ground/map to image) using Georeferencer tool (Raster Menu) and image reprojection (GCS to PCS).
• The teacher will introduce LISS 3 or/and Landsat OLI data by showing the bands and preparing standard FCCs from stacked images. The teacher will explain how to identify different LULC features from the standard FCCs.
• The teacher will show the steps to prepare reflectance libraries of LULC features (in MS Excel or MS Word) across different image bands using Identify Features tool of Attribute Toolbar.
• The teacher will show the processes of supervised image classification, class editing, and post-classification analysis using SCP Plug-in (Semi-Automatic Classification Plug-in). Teacher will explain the importance of selection of proper training classes and classification algorithms. A classification report is to be generated and the output is to be shown with annotated layout.
• The teacher will show how to add vector layers and digitise features and administrative boundaries from a georeferenced map/image.
• The teacher will explain the processes of data attachment to the polygons and show some examples of overlay analysis using vectors.
• The teacher will show the steps for preparing of thematic maps and annotated map layout.
Online Resources on QGIS
https://docs.qgis.org/testing/en/docs/user_manual/
https://docs.qgis.org/testing/en/docs/training_manual/
https://docs.qgis.org/testing/en/docs/gentle_gis_introduction/
https://www.youtube.com/c/KlasKarlsson/videos
https://www.youtube.com/c/GeoDeltaLabs/videos
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5ZiG-efprVE3EC7d2qIr-w/videos
https://www.youtube.com/c/LucaCongedoGIS/videos
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vGDB47Ez1nI
GNSS: It is expected that the teacher has access to a Garmin eTrex-10 GNSS receiver and a computer with Garmin BaseCamp software (version 4.7.3) installed.
• Steps of waypoint collection from Garmin eTrex-10 GNSS receiver and exporting to Garmin BaseCamp software using a USB cable are to be demonstrated and explained.
• Preparation of a field book showing waypoints and their UTM coordinates (or longitudes and latitudes) is to be taught:
Online Resources on Garmin equipment and software – click on the links
Garmin eTrex-10 manual #1
Garmin eTrex-10 manual #2
Garmin eTrex-10 operation tutorial #1
Garmin eTrex-10 operation tutorial #2
Garmin Base Camp manual
Garmin Base Camp tutorial links
Garmin Base Camp data transfer tutorial
Online evaluation
• Questions may be set on basic software steps to perform given tasks.
• Functions of different QGIS tools and plugins may be asked to explain.
• Features marked by numbers in standard FCCs to be identified by the students with criteria used.
• The students can be asked to identify typical features like water and vegetation from given sets of digital numbers of blue/green, red, and near-infrared bands.
• GNSS waypoints can be asked to be plotted graphically
GEO-A-DSE-A-5-01-P – Fluvial Geomorphology Lab
Analyses of pebbles: Sphericity and roundness indices
Online teaching
• The teacher needs to display how to measure and record the three axes of a pebble using a slide calliper, ratio of the axes lengths to determine sphericity and roundness values. The students can be encouraged to collect a few pebbles of different shapes at home, and photograph three sides of the samples by placing them on (or by the side of) a scale. The axes dimensions of the pebbles can be indicated by drawing lines on the photos and their lengths can be worked out from the scale.
• Other topics of the syllabus mostly involve topographical maps, satellite hardcopy images and data. These can easily be taught online following usual norms.
Online evaluation
• For shape analysis of pebbles, suitable photographs can be supplied for measurement of the three axes; or the axes measurements can be given for calculating the indices. GEO-A-DSE-B-5-05-P – Cultural and Settlement Geography Lab
Mapping Language distribution of India
• OPTION 1: Mapping of language distribution by showing total number of persons speaking scheduled languages, as per Census of India (CoI) and other languages out of the total population either for all the states and Uts or for selected states ( Zone wise) of India.
Method: Pie-graph
Data Source: Statement 2, p 12, www.censusindia.gov.in
• OPTION 2: Mapping of language distribution by showing UT and State-wise distribution of some selected Scheduled Languages out of the total 22 Scheduled languages (as per CoI). E.g., Assamese, Bengali, Gujrati, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Santali, Tamil, Telegu, Urdu, Nepali.
Method: Pie-graph or compound bar graph.
Data Source: Statement 9, Part A, p 23-30, www.censusindia.gov.in
CD Block-wise housing distribution in any district of West Bengal using proportional square
Selection of housing data, e.g., total number of households for every CD Block of a selected district of West Bengal.
Method: Proportional square
Data Source: To be compiled from 2011 CoI data on West Bengal.
Identification of Rural Settlement types from Survey of India 1:50 k topographical maps.
Suggested Rural Settlement types based on nucleation and dispersion:
o Compact type
o Semi-compact type
o Hamlet Settlements
o Dispersed Settlements
Reference: Singh, R.Y. 1994 Geography of Settlements, Rawat Publications, New Delhi: p 134–142.
Method: Diagram box
Data Source: To be selected from topographical maps, preferably of a plateau area.
Social area analysis of a city (Shevky & Bell)
Reference: Carter, H. 1995. The Study of Urban Geography, 4th ed., Arnold, London: 220–226.
GEO-A-DSE-B-5-06-P– Social Geography Lab
Preparation of spatial distribution map of India: Gender, Caste and Religion
• GENDER: Representation of UT and State-wise population data of India with Male-Female breakup to show spatial distribution on the basis of gender.
Method: Compound Bar graph or Pie graph
Data Source: Basic Demographic data, 2011 Handbook on Social Welfare Statistics, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Govt. of India.
• CASTE: Representation of Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe and Other Backward Classes (suggested) population individually out of the total population of selected or every State and UT of India.
Method: Pie-graph
Data Source: 2011 Handbook on Social Welfare Statistics, www.censusindia.gov.in
• RELIGION: Selection of 5 or 6 major religions (as per CoI category) and representation of data for each religion for every selected State and UT of India. E.g., Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, Buddhism, and Others. (suggested as per CoI data availability)
Method: Pie graph or bar graph
Data Source: www.censusindia.gov.in
Preparation of spatial distribution map of West Bengal: Healthcare indices and institutions.
• MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS: Different types of Medical Institutions under Public and Private category can be shown by the total number of individual categories of institutions in West Bengal as a whole.
Method: Pie graph
Data source: West Bengal Directorate of Health Services (Data on Health): Health on the March 2015-16, Chapter VI, Medical Institutions in West Bengal, Table No.VI.2 ) www.wbhealth.gov.in
• HEALTHCARE INDICES: Selected healthcare Indices can be represented on the basis of performance of district hospitals to show the spatial distribution of healthcare indices in West Bengal.
Suggested Healthcare Indices: Total number of beds, total number of outdoor patients, number of surgeries, number of institutional deliveries, total number of laboratory tests done, total number of emergency admissions, total admission and total discharge, total number of referred cases etc.(Annual data for every district).
Method: Pie graph or Compound Bar graph
Data source: West Bengal Directorate of Health Services (Data on Health): Health on the March 2015-16, Chapter VI, Medical Institutions in West Bengal, Table No.VI.2 ) www.wbhealth.gov.in
Analysis of migration data (a) rural to urban(b) urban to urban
Bar graphs or pie graphs showing reasons of migration for male migrants and female migrants for five states with state-level data or West Bengal district data
Two maps, one for rural to urban migration, and another for urban to urban migration are to be prepared
Data source: www.censusindia.gov.in 2001, D 5 table
Preparation for Social Impact Assessment (checklist of indices only)
Preparation of checklist for social impact assessment of any development project, such as tourism project in coastal or hill area, construction of large dam etc.
Reference: www.iucn.org/sites/dev/files/iucn_esms_sia_guidance_note.pdf
www.iisd.org/learning/eia/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/SIA.pdf
(Accessed 3 Oct 2020)
General Instructions on Preparation of Laboratory Notebooks for online evaluation
• Before the examination, the students will submit electronic copies of their Laboratory Notebooks (LNB).
• LNB will consist of all the drawings and write-up in a single PDF file, duly certified by the concerned teacher(s) (see below).
• All text pages are to be handwritten and sequentially arranged.
• The page size of the LNB hardcopy (from where electronic versions are to be scanned) may either be A3, or A4.
• In the first section of the electronic LNB following document should be attached:
o Title page (Name of Examination, Year, Subject, Module, Candidate’s Roll and Registration Number)
o Statement of the concerned teacher(s) certifying the assignments he / she has supervised. Putting signatures on the pages of the electronic LNB is not mandatory for the teachers, but it is a good practice to follow. Consider using ‘Fill & Sign’ option in Adobe Acrobat Reader Document Cloud (DC).
• In the event of regular examination, this electronic file is to be printed (or the original pages are to be), bound and submitted.
II, IV & VI SEMESTER ONLINE TEACHING GUIDE
CBCS Undergraduate Courses in Geography
University of Calcutta
Online Teaching and Evaluation Guide for Selected UG Practical Papers
GEO-A-CC-2 04-P- Thematic Mapping and Surveying Lab
1. Traverse survey using prismatic compass
Online teaching and evaluation
Preparation of the field book, correction of observed bearings and plotting the traverse on a suitable scale on the basis of given data including observed magnetic bearings (forward and backward), and distances .
2. Profile survey using dumpy level
Online teaching and evaluation
Staff readings, Bench Mark and distances may be given; students asked to calculate the reduced levels and plot the profile on a suitable scale.
3. Height determination of base accessible and inaccessible (same vertical plane method) objects by theodolite
Online teaching and evaluation
Vertical angle/angles, distance, instrument height, and Bench Mark may be given and the students asked to calculate the height of the object.
4. Interpretation of geological map with uniclinal structure, fold, unconformity and intrusions
Online teaching and evaluation
A geological map with a section drawn along a line marked on the map may be provided and students asked to interpret the map under the following heads:
o Sequence of beds
o Structure
o Relation of rock groups
o Topography/ drainage and its relation to structure
o Geological history
5. Viva voce based on laboratory notebook
Evaluation of laboratory notebook in pdf form
GEO-A-CC-4-10-P – Soil and Biogeography Lab
1. Determination of soil reaction (pH) and salinity using field kit
Online teaching:
(Students will be required to write the following steps for estimation of pH in the Lab book)
Objective (a): Estimation of soil reaction (pH) in the Given Soil Sample Using Soil Testing Kit.
Procedure:
o Step 1: Collection of soil sample in field
o Step 2: Preparation of the soil sample for testing
o Step 3: Preparation of soil solution
o Step 4: Reading, Calculation and Result
o Step 5: Draw a table and note down the room temperature in degree Celsius and determined value of pH.
o Step 6: Write a conclusion about the collected soil sample and its nature.
o For each of the above steps, matter/ instructions (on the procedures) should be as detailed as possible
References:
https://www.britannica.com/technology/pH-meter
https://chem.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Physical_and_Theoretical_Chemistry_Textbook_M
aps/Supplemental_Modules_(Physical_and_Theoretical_Chemistry)/Acids_and_Bases/Acids_
and_Bases_in_Aqueous_Solutions/The_pH_Scale#:~:text=At%20pH%207%2C%20the%20sub
stance,an%20upper%20nor%20lower%20bound.
(Students will be required to write the following steps for estimation of soil salinity in the Lab book)
Objective (b) : Estimation of soil salinity in the Given Soil Sample Using Soil Refractometer
Procedure:
o Materials required- Salinity Refractometer, Water dropper and Soil solution sample to be measured
o Steps following the procedures as required (as detailed as possible)
o Add note on Calibration, precautions etc.
References:
A schematic drawing of a typical hand held refractometer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XRN-YRqaV2A
After applying distilled water on the prism, we have to adjust the waterline by turning the screw (available in
the Refractometer box).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XRN-YRqaV2A
2. Determination of soil type by ternary diagram textural plotting
No guideline necessary
3. Plant species diversity determination by matrix method
Online teaching:
Simple exercises on the formula
o Data Table shall be provided to the student for lab book exercises
o Student shall have to do the following for Laboratory Note Book:
a. draw the grid (2 cm / 2 cm)
b. calculate the value for each box
c. show the full calculation for any one box
d. calculate the value for other boxes accordingly
e. draw an isopleth map on the grid marking the diversity zone
f. add heading, labelling and index accordingly
g. interpret the drawing.
Study the comparison between Shannon – Wiener Index and Simpson’s Index
Advantage, disadvantage and limitation of indices
Online evaluation
Execution of the above from given data
4. Time series analysis of biogeography data
No guideline required
5. Viva-voce based on laboratory notebook
Online evaluation
Evaluation of Laboratory Note Book in pdf form
GEO-A-CC-6-13-P – Evolution of Geographical Thought Lab
1. Changing perception of maps of the world (Ptolemy, Ibn Batuta*, Mercator)
2. Mapping voyages; Columbus, Vasco da Gama, Magellan, Thomas Cook
Online teaching and evaluation:
A laboratory notebook, comprising class assignments of topics 1 and 2, is to be prepared and submitted in pdf format.
All texts are to be handwritten.
The exercises are to be drawn in pencil with photocopied representation of source materials where necessary.
3. Group Presentation of five to ten students on any selected school of geographical thought
Online teaching and evaluation:
One report will be prepared by a group of five to ten students. Different groups may choose different Schools of Thought/Proponents.
The report should:
o contain a proper title
o be prepared on secondary data and hand-written on A4 page in candidates’ own words not exceeding 2,000 words excluding references.
o incorporate relevant illustrations if any, and references, not exceeding ten pages.
The pdf format will be submitted for evaluation on/within stipulated date as announced.
Hard copy (soft/spiral bound) may be duly retained for offline submission at a later date, or may be called for, at any later date.
Without submission of the report in PDF, the candidates will not be evaluated for GEOA-
CC-6-13-P.
4. Viva-voce based on laboratory notebook on topics 1 and 2
Online evaluation:
Evaluation of the Laboratory Note Book in PDF form as prepared for 1 and 2
*Please note that Ibn Batuta is not included in the syllabus for this semester
GEO-A-CC-6-14-P – Hazard Management Lab
A Group Project Report is to be prepared and submitted based on any one case study among the following hazards from West Bengal, incorporating a preparedness plan, preferably in the vicinity of the candidates’ institution / district
Online teaching:
A Group Project Report is to be prepared and submitted based on any one case study among the hazards from West Bengal (as enlisted in syllabus), incorporating a preparedness plan
One case study will be done by a group of five to ten students. Different groups may choose different case studies from any one or different types of disasters.
The report should be prepared on secondary data and handwritten on A4 page in candidates’ own words not exceeding 2,000 words excluding references.
The report should contain a proper title.
The report should incorporate relevant tables, maps, diagrams, and references, not exceeding ten pages. Photographs are optional and should not exceed three.
The pdf format will be submitted for evaluation on/within stipulated date as announced by the respective colleges.
Hard copy (soft/spiral bound) may be duly retained for offline submission at a later date, or may be called for, at any later date.
Without submission of the report in PDF, the candidates will not be evaluated for GEOA-
CC-6-13-P.
Online evaluation:
The report in pdf will be evaluated and viva voce conducted as notified by the respective Colleges.
GEO-A-DSE-A-6-04-P – Resource Geography Lab
1. Mapping and area estimate of changes in forest or vegetation cover from maps and/or
satellite images
2. Mapping and number estimate of changes in water bodies from maps and/or satellite
images
Online teaching
Std FCC images of two different years (or corresponding topographical sheet and Std FCC) will be provided
The image will be interpreted from the screen as in visual interpretation (as in case of hard copy image interpretation).
Student may use rough sketches to explain special features/map smaller sub-areas etc.
[Area estimation will not be possible in case of visual interpretation].
For evaluation 5’x5’ grid will be given.
Online evaluation
Execution of the above with reference to given 5’x5’ grid
3. Decadal changes in state-wise production of coal and iron ore
No guideline necessary
4. Computing Human Development Index: Comparative decadal change of top five Indian
states
[ Note: Computation for 2011 and comparison to be made with indices of 2020]
5. Viva-voce based on laboratory notebook
Online evaluation
Evaluation of Laboratory Notebook in pdf form
GEO-A-DSE-B-6-07-P – Urban Geography Lab
A laboratory notebook, comprising class assignments of the following, is to be prepared and submitted. The exercises are to be drawn in pencil with photocopied representation of source materials where necessary. All texts are to be handwritten.
1. Hierarchy of urban settlements: Rank-size rule
Online teaching
Should be calculated by using Zipf’s Rank-size Rule.
For Rank-size Rule, a state of India is to be chosen and at least 10 cities of the state are to be taken.
Zipf’s method (Largest city/Rank) should be used for calculation.
The data should be plotted on a log-log graph.
Online evaluation
Execution of the above, using given data.
2. State-wise variation and trends of urbanisation
Online teaching
For spatial variation, any five states of India are to be taken and the percentage of urban population in each state are to be represented by choropleth method.
For trends of urbanization, the percentage of urban population for the Census years 2001 and 2011 of these states are to be plotted in paired bar-graphs.
Online evaluation
Execution of the above, using given data.
3. Temporal analysis of urban growth using Census of India data
Online teaching
Census of India data to be used
Urban population of India should be taken for each Census decade (1951-2011) and are to be plotted in a time-series graph.
Use percentage figures of urban population.
For curve fitting, exponential trend should be used.
Online evaluation
Execution of the above, using given data
4. Preparation of urban land use land cover map from satellite images
Online teaching
Std FCC images of two different years (or corresponding topographical sheet and Std FCC) will be provided
The image will be interpreted from the screen as in visual interpretation (as in case of hard copy image interpretation).
Student may use rough sketches to explain special features/map smaller sub-areas etc.
[Area estimation will not be possible in case of visual interpretation].
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For evaluation 5’x5’ grid will be given for execution of the above.
5. Viva-voce based on laboratory notebook
Evaluation of Laboratory Notebook in pdf form
GEO-A-DSE-B-6-08-P –Geography of India Lab
A laboratory notebook, comprising class assignments of the following, is to be prepared and submitted. The exercises are to be drawn in pencil with photocopied representation of source materials where necessary. All texts are to be handwritten.
1. Monthly temperature and rainfall graphs of five select stations from different
physiographic regions of India
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Monthly temperature and rainfall graphs of five select stations from different physiographic regions of India
The Physiographic Regions delineated by S.P. Chatterjee should be considered.
Meteorological stations where data is available should be selected from these divisions:
E.g. Delhi (location: Gangetic plains), Darjeeling (location: Himalayas) can be considered for drawing rainfall temperature graphs.
For collection of suitable data, please refer to the District Statistical Handbook or visit website of the IMD (IndianMeteorological Department: www.mausam.imd.gov.in)
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Execution of the above, using given data
2. Crop combination: Comparison of any two contrasting districts from West Bengal
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For calculating Crop Combination,Weaver’s method of Crop Combination is to be followed.
[Refer to ‘Statistical Methods in Geographical Studies’ by Aslam Mahmood.]
For calculation, two districts ofWest Bengal having contrasting cropping pattern should be considered. For collection of data, refer to Statistical Abstract,2015,West Bengal
[http://www.wbpsm.gov.in]
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Execution of the above, using given data
3. Annual trends of production: Mineral resources and manufacturing goods over two
decades
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Annual trends of production; mineral resources and manufacturing goods over two decades is to be used.
Linear trend by the Least Square Method should be used for showing the annual trend of production.
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Execution of the above, using given data
4. Composite Index: Comparison of developed and backward states of India
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Comparison of Developed and Backward states of India. For this exercise, at least four developed states and four backward states should be used.
Two economic and two social parameters are to be chosen for the preparation of Composite Index. [E.g, per capita income and road density of the states as economic parameters and female literacy and fertility rate as social parameters].
For calculating Composite Index, Kendall’s Method should be used (Refer to: Statistical Methods in Geographical Studies, Aslam Mahmood).
Data source examples:
o For female literacy: Census figures of 2011 [the data for 2011-12 are to be
considered].
o For per capita income: refer to the website
[https://pbplanning.gov.in/pdf/statewise%20GDSP%20PCIand %20G.R. pdf]
o Road density: Basic Road Statistics of India, 2011-12- Ministry of Road Transport,
Transport ResearchWing, published on December, 2013 [https://www.morth.nic.in]
o Fertility rate: Human Development- Hindu, Muslim fertility differentials in India:
District level estimates from 2011, written by Saswata Ghosh.
[https://www.ideasforindia.in>topics>human-development]
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Execution of the above, using given data
5. Viva-voce based on laboratory notebook
Evaluation of Laboratory Notebook in pdf form
Kindly Note: For all General Practical Papers: No separate guidelines are provided as it is to be determined by the respective Colleges internally.