Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Invertebrate Animals BYL205 Turkish Compulsory 3. Semester 2 + 2 3.0 5.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Face to face
Course Coordinator Doç. Dr. Barış GÜLCÜ
Instructor(s) Doç. Dr. Barış GÜLCÜ (Güz)
Goals The main objective of this course is to give general taxonomic descriptions and biological features of invertebrate animals.
Course Content General taxonomic information and concepts; species concept, invertebrate morphology and biology, one-celled organisms, sponges, Coelenterata, Trematoda (flat worms), Nematoda (round worms), Annelida (segmented worms) Nemertinea, Rotifera (wheel animalcules), Arthropoda (joint arthropods) Echinodermata (spiny skin) and primitive deuterostomia taxonomy of the group, living environments, economic and ecological importance.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Learns the general taxonomic descriptions (species, genus, phylum etc.).
2 Learn the biological and morphological changes in invertebrate groups in evolutionary order.
3 Learns the basic life cycles of invertebrate organisms
4 İdentifies invertebrate groups encountered in nature easily.
5 Learn about parasitic or pathogenic invertebrates that are important for human health.
6 Learns ways to fight and protect against parasitic or pathogenic invertebrates.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week The principles of classification of invertebrates, General taxonomic information and concept of type;
2. Week Porifera Research, Other Activities
3. Week Coelenterata Preparation, After Class Study, Other Activities
4. Week Trematoda Other Activities, Preparation, After Class Study
5. Week Nematoda Preparation, After Class Study, Other Activities
6. Week Nemertina, Rotifera Preparation, After Class Study, Other Activities
7. Week Mollusca Other Activities, Preparation, After Class Study
8. Week Mollusca Other Activities, Preparation, After Class Study
9. Week Mid-term
10. Week Annelida Preparation, After Class Study, Other Activities
11. Week Arthropoda Other Activities, Preparation, After Class Study
12. Week Arthropoda Preparation, After Class Study, Other Activities
13. Week Arthropoda Other Activities, Preparation, After Class Study
14. Week Echinodermata Preparation, After Class Study, Other Activities
*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 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY2 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY3 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY4 2 2 2 2 2 2
PY5 1 1 1 1 1 1
PY6 3 3 3 3 3 3
PY7 1 1 1 1 1 1
PY8 1 1 1 1 1 1
PY9 1 1 1 1 1 1
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Barnes, R. D., Invertebrate Zoology, Saunders Company, 1980.
  • Salman, S, Omurgasız Hayvanlar Biyolojisi, Palme Yayınevi, 2009.
  • An Introduction to the Invertebrates. Janet Moore. Cambridge University Press 2001, 2006
  • Öztürk, B., Topaloğlu, B., Dede, A., Deniz Canlıları Rehberi, TÜDAV Eğitim Serisi No: 6, Uniprit Basım San. A.Ş., İstanbul, 2003.
  • Buchbaum, R., Animals Without Backbone, The University of Chicago Pres, 1950.
  • Gözcelioğlu, B., Aydıncılar, Ö.F., Derin Mavi Atlas, Tübitak Populer Bilim Kitapları Serisi 156, Semih Ofset, Ankara, 2004.
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