Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Botanics ZFZ101 Turkish Compulsory 1. Semester 2 + 2 3.0 4.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Face to Face
Course Coordinator Doç. Dr. Hülya TORUN
Instructor(s) Doç. Dr. Hülya TORUN (Güz)
Goals To learn the fundamental structure of the plant at the cellular, tissue, and organ levels, and to investigate their morphological and anatomical structures.
Course Content The fundamental structure of the plant, and the morphological and anatomical characteristics of cells, tissues, and organs.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Recognizes plant cells and tissues and learns about primary and secondary growth events comparatively.
2 Recognizes the vegetative and generative organs found in a plant.
3 Comprehends growth and development phenomena and morphogenesis in plants
4 Experimentally defines the anatomical structure of the plant.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week The science of botany, its history, and its development Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
2. Week Plant cell and its components Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
3. Week Plant tissues Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
4. Week Tissues: Protective tissue Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
5. Week Tissues: Ground tissue Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
6. Week Tissues: Supporting tissue, Secretory tissue Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
7. Week Tissues: Vascular tissue Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
8. Week Vegetative organs: Root Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
9. Week Vegetative organs: Stem Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
10. Week Vegetative organs: Leaf Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
11. Week Generative organs: Flower Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
12. Week Generative organs: Fruit Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
13. Week Generative organs: Seed Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
14. Week Growth and development phenomena in plants Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
*Midterm and final exam dates are not specified in the 14-week course operation plan. Midterm and final exam dates are held on the dates specified in the academic calendar with the decision of the University Senate.
The Matrix for Course & Program Learning Outcomes
No Program Requirements Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Utilizes knowledge of natural sciences and mathematics in developing various processes in their field.
2 Demonstrates adherence to ethical and deontological principles in decision-making and implementation processes.
3 Utilizes scientific and technological developments in the applications within their field.
4 Combines fundamental engineering knowledge with technical tools to solve engineering problems in their field using an analytical approach.
5 Designs all technical systems, system components, and production processes relevant to their field.
6 Implements plant and animal production processes in accordance with scientific and technical principles.
7 Utilizes data-driven core technologies in agricultural production processes.
8 Applies sustainability principles and approaches to agricultural processes.
9 Utilizes managerial and institutional knowledge related to agriculture, while considering (or observing) global and local developments.
10 Manages soil and water resources and agricultural waste sustainably by integrating scientifically based irrigation, drainage, and soil conservation systems with precision agriculture and digital water management technologies.
11 Designs agricultural machinery and equipment for agricultural production and post-harvest processes, evaluates their performance, and enhances their efficiency through automation.
12 Develops functional and environmentally sensitive solutions in the design of agricultural structures (such as greenhouses, barns, and pens) by utilizing modern engineering and construction technologies.
13 Analyzes energy efficiency for agriculture and develops effective systems by integrating biofuel production and other sustainable energy sources
14 Analyzes precision agriculture data (such as satellite imagery, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and handheld radiometers) to develop and implement systems that optimize resource management.
15 Executes entrepreneurial projects developed based on legal and ethical boundaries by following current developments, manages them through interdisciplinary collaboration, and transfers the acquired knowledge to stakeholders.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4
PY1 5 5 5 5
PY2 3 3 3 3
PY3 4 4 4 4
PY4 2 2 2 2
PY5 2 2 2 2
PY6 5 5 5 5
PY7 2 2 2 2
PY8 2 2 2 2
PY9 2 2 2 2
PY10 2 2 2 2
PY11 1 1 1 1
PY12 2 2 2 2
PY13 3 3 3 3
PY14 3 3 3 3
PY15 3 3 3 3
Recommended Sources
Ders Kitabı veya Notu Ders Kitabı veya Ders Notu bulunmamaktadır.
Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Botany. An introduction to plant biology, 4th edn . JD Mauseth. 2009. Sudbury, MA: Jones and Bartlett
  • Linda E. Graham, James M. graham, lee w. wılcOX. Bitki Biyolojisi, Palme Yayıncılık
Evaluation Method
Güz Dönemi
Responsible Personnel Grup Evaluation Method Percentage
Doç. Dr. Hülya TORUN Vize 30.00
Doç. Dr. Hülya TORUN Vize 2 20.00
Doç. Dr. Hülya TORUN Final 50.00
Toplam 100.00
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 4 56
Ders Dışı
Other Activities 3 1 3
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 2 1 2
Homework 1 2 20 40
Final 1 1 1
Total Workload 102
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 4.0