Report-One-Day Teachers’ Training Workshop on the Changed Syllabus of B.Sc. III Chemistry (Semester-V)

Introduction

The Department of Chemistry and IQAC of Bharati Vidyapeeth’s Dr. Patangrao Kadam Mahavidyalaya, Sangli, organized a One-Day Teachers’ Training Workshop on the Changed Syllabus of B.Sc. III Chemistry (Semester-V) on Saturday, 22nd August 2026. The workshop was sponsored by Shivaji University, Kolhapur.

The primary objective of the workshop was to acquaint teachers with the changes introduced in the B.Sc. III Chemistry (Semester-V) curriculum and to facilitate a comprehensive understanding of the revised syllabus, its content, and effective strategies for its academic implementation. The programme also provided a platform for interaction, discussion, and exchange of academic ideas among Chemistry teachers.

Details of the Workshop

Particular	Details
Title	One-Day Teachers’ Training Workshop on the Changed Syllabus of B.Sc. III Chemistry (Semester-V)
Organized by	Department of Chemistry and IQAC, Bharati Vidyapeeth’s Dr. Patangrao Kadam Mahavidyalaya, Sangli
Sponsored by	Shivaji University, Kolhapur
Date	Saturday, 22nd August 2026
Venue	Bharati Vidyapeeth’s Dr. Patangrao Kadam Mahavidyalaya, Sangli

Organizing Team and Chief Guests

Designation	Name
Organizing Chairman	Prin. Dr. D. G. Kanase, Ex-Member, Management Council, SUK
Chief Guest	Prof. (Dr.) R. K. Mane, I/c Chairman, BoS in Chemistry & Chemical Engineering, SUK
Chief Guest	Prof. (Dr.) R. V. Gurav, I/c Dean, Faculty of Science & Technology, SUK
Co-ordinator	Dr. A. R. Supale
Convener	Dr. S. T. Mane
Co-convener	Dr. V. P. Shinde
Secretary	Dr. T. R. Lohar

Inauguration Ceremony

The workshop commenced with a formal inauguration ceremony, marking the beginning of the one-day teachers’ training programme on the changed B.Sc. III Chemistry (Semester-V) syllabus.

The inaugural session was graced by the organizing chairman, chief guests, academic dignitaries, resource persons, faculty members, and participating teachers. The presence of distinguished academic personalities created an enriching academic environment and emphasized the importance of effective implementation of the revised curriculum.

The inaugural programme highlighted the objectives of the workshop and the need for teachers to remain updated with curricular changes. It also emphasized the significance of academic interaction, collaborative learning, and sharing of teaching experiences for the successful implementation of the revised syllabus.

Organic Chemistry Session

A dedicated academic session on Organic Chemistry was conducted as an important component of the teachers’ training programme.

The session was delivered by Prof. (Dr.) A. S. Kumbhar, Vivekanand College, Kolhapur, Member, BoS in Chemistry, with Dr. G. A. Gaikwad, Shrimant Babasaheb Deshmukh Mahavidyalaya, Atpadi, serving as the Chairperson.

The resource person provided detailed academic inputs on the important components of the revised Organic Chemistry syllabus. The session focused on the following topics:

Major Elective (Theory)

UV-Visible Spectroscopy
IR Spectroscopy
Retrosynthesis/Natural Products, including Terpenoids and Alkaloids
Reagents and Reactions in Organic Synthesis/Agrochemicals

Elective Practical Paper in Organic Chemistry-I

Qualitative Analysis – Solid + Solid and Solid + Liquid
Quantitative Analysis – Organic Estimations
Organic Preparations

The session provided teachers with an opportunity to understand the scope and academic requirements of the revised syllabus in greater depth. The resource person explained the subject matter systematically and discussed its relevance to undergraduate teaching.

The interactive nature of the session encouraged participating teachers to raise questions, exchange views, and discuss possible approaches for effective classroom teaching and practical implementation. The session therefore proved highly useful in strengthening teachers’ subject knowledge and preparedness for teaching the revised Organic Chemistry curriculum.

Inorganic Chemistry Session

A special academic session on Inorganic Chemistry was conducted as part of the workshop. The session was delivered by Dr. R. P. Patil, with Dr. B. R. Chopde serving as the Chairperson.

Dr. R. P. Patil provided a comprehensive and insightful discussion on the major topics included in the revised B.Sc. III Inorganic Chemistry syllabus. The session covered the following areas:

Metal–Ligand Bonding in Transition Metal Complexes
Crystal Field Theory (CFT)
Molecular Orbital Theory (MOT)
Metals, Semiconductors and Superconductors
Organometallic Chemistry
Catalysis

The discussion on Crystal Field Theory (CFT) and Molecular Orbital Theory (MOT) enabled teachers to develop a systematic understanding of bonding, electronic structures, and the properties of transition-metal complexes.

The session further covered Metals, Semiconductors and Superconductors, including theories of bonding in metals, classification of solids, properties of conductors, insulators and semiconductors, and the phenomenon of superconductivity along with its applications.

The Organometallic Chemistry component included the definition and nomenclature of organometallic compounds, methods of synthesis and structural aspects of alkyl and aryl compounds of beryllium and aluminium, and mononuclear metal carbonyls, with particular emphasis on the nature of bonding.

The final component of the session focused on Catalysis, covering the classification and types of catalytic reactions, characteristics and mechanisms of catalysis, and important industrial applications of catalytic processes.

The session was highly informative, interactive, and academically enriching. It enabled participating teachers to gain a clearer understanding of the revised syllabus and provided valuable academic inputs for effective classroom teaching and curriculum implementation.

The session concluded with an expression of gratitude to Dr. R. P. Patil for his valuable academic contribution and to Dr. B. R. Chopde for chairing the session.

Physical Chemistry Session

A special academic session on Physical Chemistry was conducted as part of the workshop. The session was delivered by Dr. R. S, Yalgudre with Dr. A. M. Hasure serving as the Chairperson.

Dr. R. S. Yalgudre provided a comprehensive and insightful discussion on the major topics included in the revised B.Sc. III Physical Chemistry syllabus. The session covered the following areas:

Introductory Quantum Mechanics
Spectroscopy
Photochemistry
Electromotive Force

The speaker highlighted and discussed important concepts from Introductory Quantum Mechanics and Spectroscopy topics. He further covers fundamental laws of photochemistry, Efficiency, photochemical reactions and photophysical pathways.

The changes made in Electromotive Force topic were discussed. The final component of the session focused on practicals. covering the detailed experimental procedures, calculations and expected final results.

The session concluded with an expression of gratitude to Dr. R. S. Yalgudre for his valuable academic contribution and to Dr. A. M. Hasure for chairing the session.

Academic Significance of the Workshop

The workshop served as an effective academic platform for teachers to understand and discuss the changes incorporated into the B.Sc. III Chemistry (Semester-V) syllabus.

The subject-oriented sessions provided detailed academic exposure to the revised curriculum and helped teachers strengthen their conceptual understanding of important topics.

The interaction with experienced resource persons also facilitated the exchange of teaching methodologies, clarification of academic queries, and discussion of effective approaches for classroom and laboratory teaching.

The workshop thus contributed significantly to the academic preparedness and professional development of Chemistry teachers from colleges affiliated with Shivaji University, Kolhapur.

Outcome of the Workshop

The workshop successfully achieved its objective of providing teachers with comprehensive orientation regarding the changed B.Sc. III Chemistry (Semester-V) syllabus.

The major outcomes of the workshop were:

Enhanced understanding of the revised B.Sc. III Chemistry (Semester-V) curriculum.
Detailed subject-wise orientation to important components of Organic and Inorganic Chemistry.
Clarification of conceptual and academic aspects of the revised syllabus.
Exposure to effective approaches for classroom teaching and practical implementation.
Opportunities for academic interaction and exchange of experiences among teachers.
Strengthening of teachers’ preparedness for implementing the revised curriculum.
Promotion of professional development and continuous academic enrichment among Chemistry teachers.

Conclusion

The One-Day Teachers’ Training Workshop on the Changed Syllabus of B.Sc. III Chemistry (Semester-V) was successfully organized by the Department of Chemistry and IQAC of Bharati Vidyapeeth’s Dr. Patangrao Kadam Mahavidyalaya, Sangli, with the sponsorship of Shivaji University, Kolhapur.

The inauguration and subject-specific academic sessions provided valuable opportunities for teachers to understand the revised curriculum and discuss its effective implementation. The expert guidance of the resource persons, active participation of the teachers, and academic interactions made the programme meaningful and productive.

Overall, the workshop was a successful initiative towards syllabus orientation, academic enrichment, knowledge sharing, and professional development of Chemistry teachers, thereby contributing to the effective implementation of the revised B.Sc. III Chemistry curriculum.