Semester I
BSc Nursing
Check out the syllabus for AIIMS Norcet exam preparation. The application form for AIIMS NORCET will open in August and exam is taking place on 12 September.
Communicative English & Soft Skills
Effective healthcare hinges on precision. This subject masterfully breaks down the LSRW framework (Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing) tailored for clinical practice. It transitions from basic grammar, sentence structuring, and phonetics (vowels, word stress, intonation) to specialized tasks like documenting accurate patient history, anecdotal records, and abstracts. It also integrates essential interpersonal relationships (IPR) strategies, conflict management, and telephone etiquette to ensure seamless bedside manner and professional presentations.
Applied Anatomy
Anatomy provides the structural map of the human body. This section covers basic anatomical positioning, planes, and kinetic movements (flexion, abduction, rotation), transitioning quickly into a cellular and histological analysis of tissues, membranes, and glands.
Major Organ Systems Covered
- Cardiovascular: Positional relationships, chambers, layers, valves, and coronary vessels.
- Respiratory & Digestive: Organs, structural layers, and specific respiratory muscles.
- Musculoskeletal: Structural classifications of bones, major joints, and the critical muscle groups involved in nursing interventions (like the deltoid or vastus lateralis for injections).
- Nervous, Renal, Reproductive, and Endocrine Systems: Structural landmarks, neural pathways, and sensory organ architecture.
Applied Physiology
Physiology explores the operational mechanisms behind the structural map. It focuses extensively on cell transport, homeostasis, and fluid-electrolyte distribution across body compartments.
Key Topics
- Cardiac cycle
- Conduction pathways
- Blood pressure dynamics
- Hemostasis (clotting cascades and pathways)
- Hematology (erythropoiesis)
- Regulation of respiration
- Digestive secretions
- GFR regulation
- Menstrual cycle
- Nerve impulses and pain transmission
Applied Sociology & Clinical Applications
Nurses treat patients within a social context. This unit reviews social structures, communities (urban, rural, tribal), and the vital role of socialization and cultural diversity in modern healthcare.
Topics Covered
- Marriage and family in India
- Poverty
- Substance abuse
- Child labor
- Vulnerable populations
- Clinical Sociology
- Crisis intervention
Applied Microbiology & Immunology
Understanding the invisible world ensures infection control.
Topics Covered
- Microbial taxonomy
- Growth parameters
- Laboratory identification methods
- Gram’s staining
- AFB staining
- Pathogenic microorganisms
- Antigen-antibody reactions
- Immunoglobulins
- Vaccines
- Universal immunization schedule
- Cold chain maintenance
Applied Psychology
This final core subject examines the biological and mental drivers of human behavior.
Topics Covered
- Attention
- Perception
- Memory retention
- IQ profiling
- Motivation
- Emotional management
- Defense mechanisms
- Mental health
- Developmental psychology
- Psychology across the lifespan
Communicative English
Communication
- What is Communication?
- Communication Roles of Listeners, Speakers, Readers and Writers as Healthcare Professionals
Introduction to LSRGW
- Listening – Different Types of Listening
- Speaking – Understanding Consonants, Vowels, Word Stress, Sentence Stress and Intonation
- Reading – Medical Vocabulary
- Grammar – Understanding Tenses and Linkers
- Writing – Simple Sentences and Short Paragraphs with Correct Grammar
Attentive Listening
- Listening in Different Situations, Narratives, Notices and Descriptions
- Recognizing Announcements, Discussions, Demonstrations and Instructions
- Listening to Academic Talks/Lectures
- Listening to Presentations
Speaking – Effective Conversation
- Conversation Starters (Informal, Formal and Neutral)
- Factors Influencing Ways of Speaking
- Etiquette and Politeness
- Asking for and Giving Information
- Agreeing and Disagreeing
- Describing People, Places, Events and Things
- Narrating, Reporting and Reading
- Evaluating and Comparing
- Complaints and Suggestions
- Telephone Conversations
- Delivering Presentations
Reading
- Reading Strategies, Notes and Messages
- Reading Relevant Articles and News Items
- Vocabulary for Everyday Activities
- Understanding Visuals, Graphs, Figures and Flowcharts
- Reading Reports and Interpreting Them
- Understanding Phrases and Spotting Errors
- Remedial Grammar
Writing
- Writing Patient History
- Note Taking
- Summarizing
- Anecdotal Records
- Letter Writing
- Diary/Journal Writing
- Report Writing
- Presentation Skills
- Abstract Writing
LSRW Skills
- Critical Thinking Strategies for Listening and Reading
- Organizing Presentations
- Writing Instructions, Letters and Reports
- Error Analysis Regarding LSRW
Applied Anatomy
Introduction to Anatomical Terms and Organization of the Human Body
- Introduction to anatomical terms relative to position
- Anatomical planes
- Movements
- Organization of human body
- Cell structure
- Cell division
- Tissues
- Membranes and glands
- Surface and bony landmarks
- Types of cartilage
- Skeletal, smooth and cardiac muscles
- Application and implication in nursing
The Respiratory System
- Structure of the organs of respiration
- Muscles of respiration
- Application and implications in nursing
The Digestive System
- Structure of alimentary canal and various organs of digestion
- Application and implications in nursing
The Circulatory and Lymphatic System
- Blood components
- Blood vessels
- Lymphatic system
- Heart structure
- Coronary arteries
- Heart valves
- Nervous supply to heart
- Application and implication in nursing
The Endocrine System
- Hypothalamus
- Pineal gland
- Pituitary gland
- Thyroid gland
- Parathyroid gland
- Thymus
- Pancreas
- Adrenal glands
The Sensory Organs
- Skin
- Eye
- Ear
- Nose
- Tongue
The Musculoskeletal System
- Bones
- Ossification
- Axial and appendicular skeleton
- Joints
- Applications in nursing
The Muscular System
- Types and structure of muscles
- Principal muscles
- Major muscles involved in nursing procedures
The Renal System
- Kidney
- Ureters
- Bladder
- Urethra
The Reproductive System
- Female reproductive organs
- Male reproductive organs
- Breast
The Nervous System
- CNS
- PNS
- ANS
- Brain
- Spinal cord
- Cranial nerves
- Spinal nerves
- Ventricular system
After finishing Semester 1, you must check the NORCET 11 Semester 2 syllabus
Applied Physiology
General Physiology – Basic Concepts
- Cell physiology
- Body fluid compartments
- Homeostasis
- Cell cycle
- Tissue repair
- Membranes and glands
Respiratory System
- Physiology of respiration
- Pulmonary circulation
- Ventilation
- Gas exchange
- Regulation of respiration
- Hypoxia
- Cyanosis
- Dyspnea
Digestive System
- Saliva
- Gastric juice
- Pancreatic juice
- Liver
- Gall bladder
- Digestion
- Absorption
Circulatory and Lymphatic System
- Cardiac cycle
- Cardiac output
- Blood pressure
- Coronary circulation
- Heart rate regulation
Blood
- Blood cells
- Erythropoiesis
- RBC
- WBC
- Platelets
- Hemostasis
- Coagulation pathways
- Blood groups
- Immunity
Endocrine System
- Hormones and functions of glands
- Disease alterations
- Nursing implications
Sensory Organs
- Vision
- Hearing
- Taste
- Smell
- Refraction errors
Musculoskeletal System
- Bone functions
- Muscle contraction
- Joint movements
- Disease alterations
Renal System
- Kidney functions
- GFR
- Micturition
- Renal regulation
Reproductive System
- Menstrual cycle
- Oogenesis
- Fertilization
- Implantation
- Spermatogenesis
Nervous System
- Neurons
- Nerve impulse
- Brain functions
- Pain physiology
- Reflexes
- CSF
- Blood-brain barrier
Applied Sociology
Introduction
- Definition, nature and scope of Sociology
- Significance of Sociology in Nursing
Social Structure
- Society
- Community
- Social groups
- Socialization
- Social change
- Urban, rural and tribal communities
Culture
- Characteristics of culture
- Cultural diversity
- Modernization and health
Family and Marriage
- Types of family
- Marriage
- Indian marriage laws
- Family and health practices
Social Stratification
- Caste system
- Class system
- Race concept
- Social mobility
Social Problems
- Poverty
- Illiteracy
- Prostitution
- Dowry
- Child labour
- Child abuse
- Crime
- Substance abuse
- HIV/AIDS
- COVID-19
Clinical Sociology
- Crisis intervention
- Support services for abused individuals
Applied Microbiology & Immunology
Introduction
- Historical perspective
- Basic concepts
- Principles of microbiology
General Characteristics of Microbes
- Classification
- Growth and nutrition
- Laboratory identification
- Staining methods
Culture and Media
- Media preparation
- Selective media
- Culture techniques
Pathogenic Organisms
- Cocci
- Bacilli
- Viruses
- Fungi
- Parasites
- Rickettsia
Immunity
- Antigens and antibodies
- Hypersensitivity
- Immunoglobulins
- Vaccines
- Immunization schedule
Applied Psychology
Introduction
- Meaning of Psychology
- Scope and branches
- Psychology in Nursing
Biological Basis of Behaviour
- Genetics and behaviour
- Brain and behaviour
- Sensory processes
Mental Health and Mental Hygiene
- Mental health concepts
- Warning signs
- Defense mechanisms
- Frustration and conflict
Developmental Psychology
- Growth and development across lifespan
- Child psychology
- Vulnerable groups
Personality
- Personality concepts
- Classification
- Evaluation
Cognitive Process
- Attention
- Perception
- Intelligence
- Learning
- Memory
- Thinking
- Aptitude
Motivation and Emotional Processes
- Motivation
- Emotions
- Stress and adaptation
- Attitudes
Psychological Assessment and Tests
- Types
- Development
- Interpretation
Application of Soft Skills
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal relationships
- Time management
- Stress management
- Presentation skills
- Teamwork
- Use of soft skills in nursing