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
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 Presentation (Preparation) Interview
2. Week Plant cell and its components Presentation (Preparation) Interview
3. Week Plant tissues Presentation (Preparation) Interview
4. Week Tissues: Protective tissue Interview Presentation (Preparation)
5. Week Tissues: Ground tissue Presentation (Preparation) Interview
6. Week Tissues: Supporting tissue, Secretory tissue Presentation (Preparation) Interview
7. Week Tissues: Vascular tissue Presentation (Preparation) Interview
8. Week Vegetative organs: Root Interview Presentation (Preparation)
9. Week Vegetative organs: Stem Presentation (Preparation) Interview
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 (or Applies) knowledge of natural sciences and mathematics in developing various processes in their field.
2 Demonstrates adherence (or behaves) to ethical and deontological principles in decision-making and implementation processes.
3 Utilizes (or Applies) scientific and technological developments in the applications within their field.
4 Integrates (or 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 (or Applies) plant and animal production processes in accordance with scientific and technical principles.
7 Utilizes (or Employs) data-driven core technologies in agricultural production processes.
8 Applies (or Implements) sustainability principles and approaches to agricultural processes.
9 Utilizes (or Applies) 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 (or sustainable) 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
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