Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Plant Physiology BYL304 Turkish Compulsory 6. 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 basic phisology of Plants
Course Content ell structure and function, photosynthesis and respiration, water-plant relationships, water uptake and transport, sweating, plants, mineral metabolism, growth regulators, hormones, flowering and fruit formation, dormancy and germination.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 To understand all anabolic and catabolic reactions that occur in plants
2 To have detailed knowledge about photosynthesis
3 To learn water and nutrition metobolism in plants
4 To learn plant vascular system, water and nutrient transport
5 To learn growth and development hormones in plants
6 To have knowledge about the movement mechanisms in plants
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Plant cell / Preparation of Solutions Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Other Activities
2. Week Water-plant relationship / Determination of dry weight and the amount of water in Plants Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Other Activities
3. Week Photosynthesis / To examine Photosynthesis Research, Other Activities, Preparation, After Class Study
4. Week Photosynthesis / To examine Photosynthesis Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Other Activities
5. Week respiratory metabolism / To examine aerobic respiratory Other Activities, Research, Preparation, After Class Study
6. Week lipid metabolism / To examine anaerobic respiratory Research, Other Activities, Preparation, After Class Study
7. Week Seconder metabolites and ve plant defense / To examine seconder metabolites Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Other Activities
8. Week Mineral metabolism in plants / To examine assimilation of mineral nutriens Preparation, After Class Study, Other Activities, Research
9. Week Midterm Preparation, After Class Study
10. Week Regulators of growth and development / Microscopic measurement of growth Preparation, After Class Study
11. Week Hormones / Macroscopic measurement of growth Preparation, After Class Study
12. Week Flowering and fruit formation / To examine hormones that are responsible for flowering and fruit ripening Preparation, After Class Study
13. Week Dormancy / To examine dormancy Preparation, After Class Study
14. Week Germination / To examine germination 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 3 3 3 3 3 3
PY2 3 3 3 3 3 3
PY3 2 2 2 2 2 2
PY4 3 3 3 3 3 3
PY5 2 2 2 2 2 2
PY6 3 3 3 3 3 3
PY7 3 3 3 3 3 3
PY8 3 3 3 3 3 3
PY9 2 2 2 2 2 2
Recommended Sources
Ders Kitabı veya Notu Ders Kitabı veya Ders Notu bulunmamaktadır.
Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Taiz & Zeiger, Bitki Fizyolojisi, Palme Yayıncılık, 2008
  • Ocakverdi, H., Kaya, B., Bitki Fizyolojisi Laboratuvar Kitabı, Palme Yayıncılık, 2001
  • Özen, H.Ç., Onay, A., Bitki Fizyolojisi, Nobel Yayın Dağıtım, 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