| Course Title | Code | Semester | L+U Hour | Credits | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eutrophication | BIO635 | 3 + 0 | 3.0 | 8.0 |
| Prerequisites | None |
| Language of Instruction | Turkish |
| Course Level | Graduate |
| Course Type | |
| Mode of delivery | Face to face |
| Course Coordinator |
Prof. Dr. Deniz YAĞLIOĞLU |
| Instructors | |
| Assistants | |
| Goals | The aim of the course is to help students understand eutrophication, a phenomenon that leads to significant problems in aquatic ecosystems, develops over time, and comprehend its causes. The course also seeks to provide students with knowledge about the effects of eutrophication on ecosystems. |
| Course Content | Eutrophication definition and mechanism, Sources, cycle, and limitations of Nutrient elements, Nitrogen and Phosphorus Cycle, Physical factors affecting primary production, Chemical factors affecting primary production, Classification of waters based on nutrient levels, Potential harmful species observed in coastal areas, Potential harmful species observed in lakes, Potential harmful species observed in marine environments, Red Tide phenomenon, Adverse ecological impacts of eutrophication, Economic and social adverse impacts of eutrophication, Eutrophication control techniques, Eutrophication control techniques. |
| Learning Outcomes |
- Definition and mechanism of eutrophication Sources, cycle, and limitations of nutrient elements Physical and chemical factors affecting primary production Classification of waters based on nutrient levels Potential harmful species observed in coastal areas and lakes Adverse ecological, economic, and public health effects of eutrophication By the end of the course, participants will have knowledge about these subjects. |
| Week | Topics | Learning Methods |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Week | Eutrophication definition and mechanism | |
| 2. Week | Sources, cycle, and limitations of Nutrient elements | |
| 3. Week | Nitrogen and Phosphorus Cycle | |
| 4. Week | Physical factors affecting primary production | |
| 5. Week | Chemical factors affecting primary production | |
| 6. Week | Classification of waters based on nutrient levels, | |
| 7. Week | Potential harmful species observed in coastal areas | |
| 8. Week | Mid-term exam | |
| 9. Week | potential harmful species observed in lakes | |
| 10. Week | Potential harmful species observed in marine environments, Red Tide phenomenon | |
| 11. Week | Adverse ecological impacts of eutrophication | |
| 12. Week | Adverse ecological impacts of eutrophication | |
| 13. Week | Economic and social adverse impacts of eutrophication | |
| 14. Week | Eutrophication control techniques |
| Course materials will be obtained before the class. The course will be based on current academic publications and the book titled "Freshwaters (Principles, Problems, and Restoration)" by Harper, D., 1992, published by Chapman & Hall Publishing House, London, with 322 pages. |
| Genel Ekoloji" by Gökmen S., published by Nobel Publishing Distribution in Ankara in 2007. |
| Samsunlu, A. (2005). Çevre mühendisliği kimyası, Birsen yayınevi, İstanbul |
| Williams, P.J.B., Thomas, D. and Reynolds C. S. (2003). Phytoplankton productivity-carbon assimilation in marine and freshwater ecosystems. Blackwell Science. |
| Program Requirements | Contribution Level | DK1 | Measurement Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| PY1 | 4 | 4 | - |
| PY2 | 5 | 5 | - |
| PY3 | 3 | 3 | - |
| PY4 | 4 | 4 | - |
| PY5 | 4 | 0 | - |
| PY6 | 4 | 0 | - |
| PY7 | 3 | 0 | - |
| PY8 | 5 | 5 | - |
| PY9 | 3 | 0 | - |
| PY10 | 5 | 0 | - |
| PY11 | 5 | 5 | - |
| PY12 | 4 | 0 | - |
| PY13 | 4 | 0 | - |
| PY14 | 4 | 4 | - |
| PY15 | 5 | 5 | - |
| PY16 | 4 | 4 | - |
| PY17 | 3 | 3 | - |
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Course's Level of contribution | None | Very Low | Low | Fair | High | Very High |
| Method of assessment/evaluation | Written exam | Oral Exams | Assignment/Project | Laboratory work | Presentation/Seminar |
| Event | Quantity | Duration (Hour) | Total Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Preparation, After Class Study | 14 | 1 | 14 |
| Research | 14 | 4 | 56 |
| Other Activities | 1 | 4 | 4 |
| Verbal Expression | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Visual Presentation | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Midterm 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Final | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Workload | 204 | ||
| ECTS Credit of the Course | 8.0 | ||
