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| Course Title | Code | Language | Type | Semester | L+U Hour | Credits | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biology and environment | BYL105 | Turkish | Compulsory | 1. Semester | 3 + 0 | 3.0 | 5.0 |
| Prerequisite Courses | |
| Course Level | Undergraduate |
| Mode of delivery | Face to face |
| Course Coordinator | Prof. Dr. Şerife Gülsün KIRANKAYA |
| Instructor(s) | Prof. Dr. Şerife Gülsün KIRANKAYA (Güz) |
| Goals | The aim of this course is to enable students to comprehend the fundamental concepts of environmental science, to explain environmental components and ecosystem processes, and to analyze current environmental problems in the context of pollution and sustainability, as well as to develop appropriate solution strategies. |
| Course Content | Basic terms, the importance of biology in case of the environment, Factors that polluting the environment Air pollution, Changes in the ozone layer, effects of ozone to the air, Water pollution, Soil pollution, fertilization and its effects, straw firing, Erosion, Noise pollution, Effects of man to the Earth ecosystems; environment-man relationships, population, natural resources; Wildlife and natural habitats, protection of Wildlife, a sustainable world; protection of biological diversity; Preventing pollution; environmental health and protection of environmental health; International dimensions of environment, environmental monitoring and organization; Environmental policy and planning; environmental policy in Turkey and environmental problems of Turkey. |
| # | Öğrenme Kazanımı |
| 1 | Define the types of environmental pollution. |
| 2 | Explain environmental awareness and relate it to real-world examples. |
| 3 | Analyze the impacts of human activities on ecosystems. |
| 4 | Develop strategies for the sustainable use of natural resources. |
| 5 | Evaluate the causes and consequences of global climate change. |
| 6 | Identify threats to wildlife and propose conservation approaches. |
| 7 | Propose individual and societal solutions to environmental problems. |
| 8 | Monitor and critically interpret current environmental policies. |
| Week | Topics/Applications | Method |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Week | Introduction, basic terms, the importance of biology in case of the environment | Lecture, Discussion |
| 2. Week | Characteristics of natural systems and ecosystems concept | Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Lecture, Question and Answer |
| 3. Week | Pollution problems and their ecologicap impacts | Research, Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
| 4. Week | Air pollution | Preparation, After Class Study, Lecture, Question and Answer |
| 5. Week | Changes in the ozone layer, effects of ozone to the air | Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Lecture |
| 6. Week | Water Pollution | Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Lecture, Question and Answer, Observation |
| 7. Week | Soil pollution, fertilization and its effects, straw firing, Erosion | Preparation, After Class Study, Lecture, Discussion |
| 8. Week | Soil pollution, fertilization and its effects, straw firing, Erosion | Research, Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion, Observation |
| 9. Week | Radioactive pollution, Microplastic pollution, Noise pollution, Light pollution | Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Lecture, Question and Answer |
| 10. Week | Solid waste problems, food pollution | Research, Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
| 11. Week | Problem of biodiversity decline and threats to biodiversity | Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Lecture |
| 12. Week | Preventing pollution; environmental health and protection of environmental health | Research, Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
| 13. Week | Restoration of demaged ecosystems | Research, Lecture, Discussion |
| 14. Week | International dimensions of environment, environmental monitoring and organization | Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Lecture |
| No | Program Requirements | Level of Contribution | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | Obtains theoretical and applied information in the field of biological sciences, perceives and recognizes living things in the context of structure, function - functioning, organization and mutual interactions, comprehends and interprets their importance | ✔ | |||||
| 2 | Defines problems related to biology subjects, formulates hypothesis for the solution of problems by making synthesis, tests the hypothesis with various observational and experimental methods, analyzes the results and gains the ability to interpret. | ✔ | |||||
| 3 | Learns the processes and phenomena in the field of life sciences in relation to current knowledge and methods. Using this information, proposes solutions to local and global problems related to field. | ✔ | |||||
| 4 | Selects, applies and develops contemporary techniques and tools in the field of life sciences and effectively uses information technologies as a part of her/his own life. | ✔ | |||||
| 5 | In order to meet the needs of the individual or society, works effectively and takes responsibility in activities and projects for her professional development, both individually and in multidisciplinary groups. | ✔ | |||||
| 6 | Follows scientific publications published/to be published in the field, conveys the information obtained verbally and in writing to colleagues and different segments of the society. Communicates with colleagues in Turkish/English. | ✔ | |||||
| 7 | By following the current scientific and technological developments in biological sciences, gains the competence to develop lifelong learning, knowledge and skills. | ✔ | |||||
| 8 | Have universal and social ethical values and professional responsibility awareness with a scientific point of view. | ✔ | |||||
| 9 | Adheres to the principle of sustainability in theoretical and applied studies related to biological sciences, gains awareness of its effects and legal consequences on a local/global scale. | ✔ | |||||
| Program Requirements | DK1 | DK2 | DK3 | DK4 | DK5 | DK6 | DK7 | DK8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PY1 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| PY2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| PY3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| PY4 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| PY5 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| PY6 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| PY7 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| PY8 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| PY9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Ders Kitabı veya Notu | Ders Kitabı veya Ders Notu bulunmamaktadır. |
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| Diğer Kaynaklar |
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| Güz Dönemi | |||
| Responsible Personnel | Grup | Evaluation Method | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prof. Dr. Şerife Gülsün KIRANKAYA | Ödev | 25.00 | |
| Prof. Dr. Şerife Gülsün KIRANKAYA | Vize | 25.00 | |
| Prof. Dr. Şerife Gülsün KIRANKAYA | Final | 50.00 | |
| Toplam | 100.00 | ||
| ECTS credits and course workload | Quantity | Duration (Hour) | Total Workload (Hour) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Ders İçi |
Class Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
|
Ders Dışı |
Preparation, After Class Study | 14 | 1 | 14 |
| Research | 14 | 2 | 28 | |
| Other Activities | 12 | 1 | 12 | |
|
Sınavlar |
Midterm | 1 | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Homework | 7 | 2 | 14 | |
| Homework Preparation | 7 | 2 | 14 | |
| Final | 1 | 2 | 2 | |
| Total Workload | 127.5 | |||
| *AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 | ECTS Credit of the Course | 5.0 | ||
