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stem, the leaves ; microscopic demonstrations — life of plants 

 in general, assimilation, secretion ; chemical composition of 

 plants — the elements, organic and inorganic ; the external con- 

 ditions of plant life — influence of heat, light and electricity on 

 plants, &c. ; internal conditions of life. A pathological collec- 

 tion and a good microscope are constantly used in the demon- 

 strations. 



(12th.) General zoology, with explanations by skeletons. 



(13th.) Special zoology, with constant use of the zoological 

 collections, in classes, families, breeds, &c. 



(14th.) Veterinary science, including the structure of 

 domestic animals, with practical demonstrations. 



(15th.) National economy. 



(16th.) Laws relating to forests. 



(17th.) Agricultural mechanics — building materials, foun- 

 dations, structures, &c. 



(18th.) Drawing of plants. 



These courses are so arranged that the pupil can go over their 

 whole range in two terms, or one year, if he has had sufficient 

 preparation at the outset ; but generally it requires the regular 

 course of two years of the institute. 



The course of instruction begins on the first of October, and 

 the first, or winter term, continues till the tenth of March, 

 when there are three weeks' vacation, after which follows the 

 summer term till the first of September. An examination 

 takes place at the end of each year before the royal commis- 

 sion, when prizes are distributed to such as have distinguished 

 themselves by industry, good conduct and acquirements. 



To show how the day is occupied, the following Plan of 

 Studies is posted about the rooms. 



