Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Phanerogamae Systematics BYL204 Turkish Compulsory 4. Semester 2 + 2 3.0 5.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Face to face
Course Coordinator Prof. Dr. Ernaz ALTUNDAĞ ÇAKIR
Instructor(s)
Goals To learn the morphology and taxonomy of Spermatophyta
Course Content Root, stem, leaf, flower, fruit, seed structure, General characteristics and classification of Spermatophyta. General features and classification of Gymnosperms. General characteristics of angiosperms. Important families of Angiospermae in the flora of Turkey specification and samples of the species to be introduced.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Learn the general taxonomix terms
2 Learn the Spermatophyta according to evolutionary order
3 Distinguish the taxonomic categories of Spermatophyta
4 Learn the morphological characteristics of Spermatophyta with laboratory techniques
5 Remark on ecological characteristics and importance of different Spermatophyta species
6 Work on Spermatophyta species which have economic value
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Root and Stem morphology of Spermatophyta / Investigations on root and stem morphology of Spermatophyta samples
2. Week Leaf morphology of Spermatophyta / Investigations on leaf morphology of Spermatophyta samples
3. Week Flower morphology of Spermatophyta / Investigations on flower morphology of Spermatophyta samples
4. Week Fruit and seed morphology of Spermatophyta / Investigations on Fruit and seed morphology of Spermatophyta samples Preparation, After Class Study
5. Week General and diagnostic characteristics and taxonomy of Spermatophyta / To study on determination keys Preparation, After Class Study
6. Week General and diagnostic characteristics and taxonomy of Gymnospermae / Determination of Gymnospermae samples of Turkey Research, Preparation, After Class Study
7. Week General and diagnostic characteristics and taxonomy of Angiospermae, the origin of Angiospermae / Determination of Angiospermae samples of Turkeyand studying on determination keys Preparation, After Class Study
8. Week Diagnostic characteristics of Ranunculaceae, Papaveraceae, Brassicaceae, Caryophyllaceae, Chenopodiaceae / Determination of Ranunculaceae, Papaveraceae, Brassicaceae, Caryophyllaceae, Chenopodiaceae species Preparation, After Class Study
9. Week Midterm Preparation, After Class Study
10. Week Diagnostic characteristics of Fabaceae ve Asteraceae / Determination of Fabaceae and Asteraceae species Preparation, After Class Study
11. Week Diagnostic characteristics of Boraginaceae, Lamiaceae, Scrophulariaceae, Euphorbiaceae / Determination of Boraginaceae, Lamiaceae, Scrophulariaceae, Euphorbiaceae Other Activities
12. Week Diagnostic characteristics of Liliaceae, Orchidaceae / Determination of Liliaceae, Orchidaceae species
13. Week Diagnostic characteristics of Cyperaceae, Juncaceae, Poaceae / Determination of Cyperaceae, Juncaceae, Poaceae species
14. Week Field study
*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 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.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5 DK6
PY1 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY2 2 2 2 2 2 2
PY3 2 2 2 2 2 2
PY4 3 3 3 3 3 3
PY5 2 2 2 2 2 2
PY6 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY7 3 3 3 3 3 3
PY8 3 3 3 3 3 3
PY9 4 4 4 4 4 4
Recommended Sources
Ders Kitabı veya Notu Ders Kitabı veya Ders Notu bulunmamaktadır.
Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Seçmen, Ö. ve ark.,Tohumlu Bitkiler Sistematiği, Ege Ün. Yay. No: 116, İzmir, 1986.
  • Yıldız B., Aktoklu E., Bitki Sistematiği, Palme Yayınları, 2010.
  • Küçüker O., Bitki Morfolojisi I. Kapalı Tohumlu Bitkiler, İstanbul Üniversitesi Fen Fakültesi Yayınları, İstanbul, 1999.
  • Davis P.H.,Flora of Turkey and the East Aegean Islands, Vol. 1-9, Edinburgh: University Press; 1965-1985.
  • Akman Y., Ketenoğlu O., Kurt L., Güney K., Hamzaoğlu E., Tuğ G.N., Angiospermae (Kapalı Tohumlular), Palme Yayıncılık, 2007.
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 2 2
Homework 1 1 24 24
Homework 2 1 24 24
Final 1 2 2
Practice 14 2 28
Practice End-Of-Term 1 19.5 19.5
Classroom Activities 14 2 28
Total Workload 127.5
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 5.0