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B.Sc Composite Home Science

Students undertaking the B.Sc. Composite programs in Home Science at Mount Carmel College are trained to explore the technicalities of the field. The program is designed by reputed professors to foster a culture wherein students’ talent and creativity are enhanced and amplified with technical training and guidance.

The department harmoniously blends the disciplines of Food, Nutrition and Dietetics, Human Development, Resource Management, Textiles and Clothing, and Extension Education to foster the empowerment of young women. Our related laboratories are specially designed towards enforcing an empirical approach to learning. Internships are woven into the curriculum. Students are also encouraged towards innovative research to enhance the quality of family, community, and industry through scientific interventions.

On acquiring in-depth knowledge about the field and learning the qualitative and quantitative techniques, along with co-curricular activities, Graduates of this degree will be able to demonstrate their skills in the areas of Food, Nutrition and Dietetics, Human Development, Resource Management, Textiles, and Clothing and Extension Education.

The department is associated with the Department of Agriculture, the Government of Karnataka, and the Karnataka Nutrition Mission. “Mritika” is further an extension food outlet of the department engaged in spreading awareness on the health benefits of millets through the sale of freshly prepared food including ‘meal in a bowl’ salads.

Head of Department

Dr. A. Sundaravalli

Dean

Major. Dr. Shantha Maria

Vision

To provide a humanized process of education based on the amalgamation of science, technology and humanities contributing towards an improved quality of life.

Mission

  • To sensitize the learner towards individual needs and group needs of family and society
  • To empower the learner with the knowledge to build a healthy social environment
  • To enable them to identify professional and entrepreneurial opportunities in Home Science
  • Meets the criteria of Choice Based Credit System which enables students to choose papers of their interest.
  •  Helps students to prepare for higher education both in India and abroad.
  •  Students become eligible to take up qualifying exams conducted by UGC- NET/ SLET.
  • Serves as a base to enter allied fields and courses like Banking, Design, Education, MBA, Public Health, Applied Psychology, etc
Home Science CBCS Syllabus
Semester - I
Subjects Papers Instruction hrs/week Duration of exam (hrs) Total Marks (IA + Exam) Credits
Part I General Course Language -I Theory 1 x 4 3 100(30 + 70) 2
Language -II English Theory 1 x 4 3 100(30 + 70) 2
Value Education 1 - - -
Part II Core Course Paper 1.3 chemistry Theory
Practical		 1 x 4
1 x 2		 3 100(30 + 70)
50(15 + 35)		 4
1
Paper 1.4 Basics of Textile Technology Theory
Practical		 1 x 4
1 x 2		 3 100(30 + 70)
50(15 + 35)		 4
1
Paper 1.5 Introduction to Extension Education Theory
Practical		 1 x 4
1 x 2		 3 100(30 + 70)
50(15 + 35)		 4
1
Part III Additional Course AEC - Environmental studies and public health Theory 2 1 50(15 + 35) 2
Total credits per Semester 21
Semester - II
Subjects Papers Instruction hrs/week Duration of exam (hrs) Total Marks (IA + Exam) Credits
Part I General Course Language -I Theory 1 x 4 3 100(30 + 70) 2
Language -II English Theory 1 x 4 3 100(30 + 70) 2
Value Education 1 - - -
Part II Core Course Paper 2.3 Basics of Psychology Theory 1 x 5 3 150(50 + 100) 5
Paper 2.4 Essentials of Physiology and Microbiology Theory
Practical		 1 x 4
1 x 2		 3 100(30 + 70)
50(15 + 35)		 4
1
Paper 2.5 Introduction to Resource Management Theory
Practical		 1 x 4
1 x 2		 3 100(30 + 70)
50(15 + 35)		 4
1
Part III Additional Course AEC - Indian constitution Theory 2 1 50(15 + 35) 2
Total credits per Semester 21
Semester - III
Subjects Papers Instruction hrs/week Duration of exam (hrs) Total Marks (IA + Exam) Credits
Part I General Course Language -I Theory 1 x 4 3 100(30 + 70) 2
Language -II English Theory 1 x 4 3 100(30 + 70) 2
Part II Core Course Paper 3.3 Basic Nutrition & Nutrition during life cycle Theory
Practical		 1 x 4
1 x 2		 3 100(30 + 70)
50(15 + 35)		 4
1
Paper 3.4 Human Development I Theory
Practical		 1 x 4
1 x 2		 3 100(30 + 70)
50(15 + 35)		 4
1
Paper 3.5 Basics of Design Applications Theory
Practical		 1 x 4
1 x 2		 3 100(30 + 70)
50(15 + 35)		 4
1
Part III Additional Course *IDC Theory 2 2 50(15 + 35) 2
Total credits per Semester 21
*Garment construction/Personal grooming/Embroidery
Semester - IV
Subjects Papers Instruction hrs/week Duration of exam (hrs) Total Marks (IA + Exam) Credits
Part I General Course Language -I Theory 1 x 4 3 100(30 + 70) 2
Language -II English Theory 1 x 4 3 100(30 + 70) 2
Part II Core Course Paper 4.3 Food Science Theory
Practical		 1 x 4
1 x 2		 3 100(30 + 70)
50(15 + 35)		 4
1
Paper 4.4 Applied Textile Design and Finishes Theory
Practical		 1 x 4
1 x 2		 3 100(30 + 70)
50(15 + 35)		 4
1
Paper 4.5 Communication In Extention Theory
Practical		 1 x 4
1 x 2		 3 100(30 + 70)
50(15 + 35)		 4
1
Part III Additional Course *SEC Theory 2 2 50(15 + 35) 2
Total credits per Semester 21
*Fruit and Vegetable Preservation
Semester - V
Subjects Papers Instruction hrs/week Duration of exam (hrs) Total Marks (IA + Exam) Credits
Core Course Paper 5.1 Food Service & Hospitality Management Theory
Practical		 1 x 3
1 x 3		 3
3		 100(30 + 70)
50(15 + 35)		 3
1
Paper 5.2 Early Childhood Education Theory
Practical		 1 x 3
1 x 3		 3
3		 100(30 + 70)
50(15 + 35)		 3
1
Paper 5.3 Housing and Finishes Theory
Practical		 1 x 4
1 x 3		 3
3		 100(30 + 70)
50(15 + 35)		 3
1
Paper 5.4 Apparel Making – I Theory
Practical		 1 x 4
1 x 3		 3
3		 100(30 + 70)
50(15 + 35)		 3
1
Paper 5.5 NGO Management and Social Welfare Theory
Practical		 1 x 4
1 x 3		 3
3		 100(30 + 70)
50(15 + 35)		 3
1
Paper 5.6 Research Methods and Documentation Theory
Practical		 1 x 4
1 x 3		 3
3		 100(30 + 70)
50(15 + 35)		 3
1
Mandatory Course Entrepreneurship Theory 1 x 2 2 50(15 + 35) 1
General Course Value education Theory 1 2 50(15 + 35) 1
Total credits per Semester 25
Semester - VI
Subjects Papers Instruction hrs/week Duration of exam (hrs) Total Marks (IA + Exam) Credits
Core Course Paper 6.1 Dietetics Theory
Practical		 1 x 3
1 x 3		 3
3		 100(30 + 70)
50(15 + 35)		 3
1
Paper 6.2 Family Studies Theory
Practical		 1 x 3
1 x 3		 3
3		 100(30 + 70)
50(15 + 35)		 3
1
Paper 6.3 Personal finance and consumer studies Theory
Practical		 1 x 4
1 x 3		 3
3		 100(30 + 70)
50(15 + 35)		 3
1
Paper 6.4 Apparel Making - II Theory
Practical		 1 x 4
1 x 3		 3
3		 100(30 + 70)
50(15 + 35)		 3
1
Paper 6.5 Programme planning and project management Theory
Practical		 1 x 4
1 x 3		 3
3		 100(30 + 70)
50(15 + 35)		 3
1
Elective papers Paper 6.6 a. Human Development – II
b. Biochemistry		 Theory
Practical		 1 x 4
1 x 3		 3
3		 100(30 + 70)
50(15 + 35)		 3
1
Mandatory Course Legal Literacy/Financial Literacy Theory 1 x 2 2 50(15 + 35) 1
General Course Value education Theory 1 2 50(15 + 35) 1
Total credits per Semester 25

CBCS Syllabus

Semester IChemistry
Basics of Textile Technology
Introduction to Extension Education
Environmental studies and public health
Semester IIBasics of Psychology
Essentials of Physiology & Microbiology
Introduction to Resource Management
Semester IIIBasic Nutrition & Nutrition during life cycle
Human Development I
Basics of Design Applications
Semester IVFood Science
Applied Textile Design and Finishes
Communication in Extension
Semester VFood Service and Hospitality Management
Childhood Education
Housing and Finishes
Apparel Making – I
Management and Social Welfare
Research Methods and Documentation
Semester VIDietetics
Family Studies
Personal Finance and Consumer Studies
Apparel Making – II
Programme Planning and Project Management

Elective 1: Bio-Chemistry

Elective 2 : Human Development - II

NEP Syllabus

Semester IFundamentals of textiles
Extension Education and Communication
Human Development I - Child Development
Semester IIBasic Nutrition and Food Science
Fundamentals of Interior Design
Human Physiology
Semester IIIFamily Meal Management
Dyeing Printing and Finishing of Textiles
Resource Management
Semester IVHuman Development II - Childhood and Adolescence 
Traditional Textiles and Costumes of India
Community Development
  • Deliver quality tertiary education through learning while doing.
  • Reflect universal and domain-specific values in Home Science.
  • Involve, communicate and engage key stakeholders.
  • Preach and practice change as a continuum.
  • Develop the ability to address the complexities and interface among of self, societal and national Priorities.
  • Generate multi-skilled leaders with a holistic perspective that cuts across disciplines.
  • Instill both generic and subject-specific skills to succeed in the employment market.
  • Foster a genre of responsible students with a passion for lifelong learning and entrepreneurship.
  • Develop sensitivity, resourcefulness and competence to render service to families, communities, and the nation at large.
  • Promote research, innovation and design (product) development favouring all the disciplines in Home Science.
  • Enhance digital literacy and apply them to engage in real time problem solving and ideation related to all fields of Home Science.
  • Appreciate and benefit from the symbiotic relationship among the five core disciplines of Home Science – Resource Management, Food Science and Nutrition, Textiles and Clothing, Human Development and Family Studies and Extension and Communication.
  • Mrithika - An initiative of the department to inculcate healthy eating among the stake holders by providing different millet menu.
  • Hands on workshops and training programs to improve entreprenewral skills Ex. Bakery, fruit and vegetable preservation, sewing, embroidery, product development and extrepreneurship, CAD.
  • Internships and projects with industry to build academic and inductry relationship.

 

Placement Policy & Guidelines for Students

The Placement Policy is applicable to all students registered with the Placement Cell of Mount Carmel College, Autonomous, and is to be followed during their entire tenure at the college.

  1. The Placement Officer & the Placement Coordinator are the facilitators and counsellors for placement related activities and will be responsible for all concerned activities & functioning of the Placement Cell.
  2. The Student Placement Committee will be assisting the Placement Officer & the Placement Coordinator in all activities related to placements.
  3. Neither the College nor the Placement Cell guarantees a job. The Placement Cell will facilitate and coordinate the placement activities on campus including bringing in companies, coordinating the recruitment drives, organizing recruitment training and other related activities leading to the successful placements of the deserving students.
  4. Applying for a company, getting recruited, joining a company is entirely the responsibility/decision of the student concerned.
  5. Opting to register for placements is completely the choice of the students. As some would want to pursue higher studies or other opportunities, such students can refrain from registering with the Placement Cell.
  6. Students are required to check the ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA for registering with the Placement Cell before registering.
  7. All final year students with an aggregate score of 60% and above and with NO ACTIVE BACKLOGS are eligible to register for placements.
  8. All registered students are required to MANDATORILY attend the recruitment training conducted by the Placement Cell and meet the necessary threshold of 75% attendance and 80% completion of the practice tests & assessments to qualify for applying to the cos. Failing to qualify may result in re-training of the student at an additional cost which is to be borne at actuals by the concerned student.
  9. The Placement Cell will notify all the registered students about the upcoming recruitment drives through mails and Whatsapp group notifications and not individually. The students are to be alert and keep a track of the notifications and apply as per their interest and eligibility.
  10. Once a student registers/enrolls for a particular company, she is expected to complete the entire recruitment process as relevant and required. Failing to do so, will result in the student being debarred from sitting for further recruitment drives. Exceptions will be made at the sole discretion of the Placement Cell only in genuine cases. Such cases/reasons to be formally communicated to the Placement Office over mail at least one day prior to the drive.
  11. The student has a choice not to participate in the recruitment process of a company after attending the Pre-Placement Talk. If she decides to continue, then she will be bound by the College Placement Policy to attend the rest of the recruitment process of the company as stated above.
  12. Students will not be allowed to participate in the selection process of a company for which she has missed the PPT.
  13. While the Placement Cell will do its due diligence and bring in the right companies, it is the responsibility of every student to check the company profile, eligibility, Job Profile and the Job Role before applying. The same will also be mailed and/or updated on the Notice Boards or social media groups.
    a. Ex 1- If a company requires the applicant to have an average of 70%, be well assured that you meet the criteria before applying to that company.
    b. Ex 2- If the company requires you to have NO standing arrears/backlogs at the time of attending the placement process, kindly DO NOT APPLY to the company if you do not meet this criterion.
  14. If, after being selected by a company, for some reason the student is not satisfied either with the pay, the timings, work allotted, etc during onboarding, she will need to take it up with the concerned within the company. The Placement Cell will not be able to intervene in internal matters. However, it is important that the students reach out to us in case there are major deviations from the terms mentioned by the company at the time of recruitment.
  15. A student can apply to as many companies as she wants and appear for interviews until the first job is secured. A student will be considered to have secured a job if her name appears in the final select list of a company.
  16. The Placement Office of MCC follows a strict “ONE OFFER PER STUDENT” Policy. However, if a student has been offered a job with a CTC less than or equal to INR 2 lakhs PA, she can opt to apply for ONE more company, subject to prior formal approval by the Placement Office.
  17. Once a student’s name appears in the final selects of a company, it is obligatory for the student to accept the offer. Rejecting offers is strictly not allowed. Defaulters will be required to submit a letter to the Principal along with a penalty fee which could be equivalent to one month’s salary being offered by the said company.
  18. Recruitment Process: All companies generally follow the following procedure (however they could be exceptions) –
    a. Presentation about the company & Job Profile (Pre-Placement Talk)
    b. Written Exam (Aptitude / Technical Test)
    c. Group Discussion and/or Task (Assignments)
    d. Interview (Technical/HR/Others)
    e. Verification of Documents
    f. Offer Letter
  19. Students are to strictly ensure the following for all recruitment drives:
    a. Must report on time as mentioned in the schedules
    b. Wear Business Formals for every recruitment process. Students wearing casuals during recruitment process will be sent back
    c. Always carry one folder containing resumes (2-3 copies), passport size photos, copies of mark sheets, certificates & stationery
    d. Compulsorily carry College & Govt. ID Cards
  20. Most companies require applicants to have Govt. ID – Aadhar & PAN. Hence it is advised for all students to apply for these before registering for placements.
    Students are not allowed to contact the Company / HR team directly for any reason through the recruitment process. In case of any issues or concerns, they are advised to contact their Placement Office and discuss their problems.
  21. Strict action will be taken against students found to be engaged in maligning the College or the Placement Office with the companies. Any grievances you may have, are to be brought to the notice of the of the Placement Officer for resolution.
  22. If a student makes any false claims in the Resume/Student Registration Form, her registration will be cancelled immediately and job offer if any, will be revoked.
  23. All companies conduct a thorough background check/verification. If the company finds that you have manipulated your marks / documents in any manner/or mis-represented any information, your job offer will be terminated, and your name will be blacklisted.
  24. Strict discipline needs to be followed by every student during the recruitment process. Any sort of indecent behavior/misbehavior which affects the decorum of the Placement Cell or the reputation of the College or the Company, will attract severe penalty and disqualification.
  25. Unless explicitly permitted by the companies, use of mobile phones is strictly prohibited during the recruitment process.
  26. Malpractice in all forms or marking proxies during the selection process and beyond, is strictly prohibited and those caught indulging in such activities would be debarred from the placement process. Also, note that no concessions in any form shall be made in such cases.
  27. It may happen that the campus recruitment process can stretch till late evenings. Students are required and prepared to be available accordingly. In case of off-line drives, students are to inform their parents and should arrange their own transportation.
  28. In case of virtual (online) recruitment drives, it is the responsibility of the students to ensure they have the necessary equipment (laptop/PC with functional webcam and mic) and sufficient internet bandwidth for seamless conduction of the process.
  29. Students are required to provide correct email IDs and contact numbers at the time of registration. These will be used for all communication from the Placement Cell and the recruiting companies. The onus is on the students to ensure the contact details provided are correct and up to date.
  30. Students are advised to check their mails regularly as all communication related to placements will be sent through mails.
  31. It is mandatory that once you receive an Intent Letter/Offer Letter from the Company, a copy must be submitted to the Placement Office. Failing which, the end semester examination Hall Ticket/results will be withheld.
  32. All students registered for placements will be bounded by the Attendance Policy of the College. Any exception to the above is permitted only through formal approval of the Placement Office and the respective Department Heads.

WE EXPECT OUR STUDENTS TO BE PROFESSIONAL AND UPHOLD THE VALUES OF THE COLLEGE AT ALL TIMES.

For all matters not covered in the above policy, the Placement Office will use its discretion to take appropriate decisions as and when required.

The above guidelines are to ensure a smooth process in the best interest of our students and the participating companies.