Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Plant Nutrition ZFZ210 Turkish Compulsory 4. Semester 2 + 1 3.0 3.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Face to Face
Course Coordinator
Instructor(s)
Goals The main objective of the course is to equip students with fundamental knowledge regarding the importance of soil structure in plant nutrition, along with topics such as the classification, nature, and origins of parent materials, soil formation and related factors, soil classification and utilization, physical properties of mineral soils, the behavior and characteristics of soil water, the nature and practical importance of soil colloids, soil reaction: acidity and alkalinity, soil organisms, soil organic matter and organic soils, and the behavior of plant nutrients in soil concerning their availability to the plant.
Course Content The main objective of the course is to equip students with fundamental knowledge regarding the importance of soil structure in plant nutrition, along with topics such as the classification, nature, and origins of parent materials, soil formation and related factors, soil classification and utilization, physical properties of mineral soils, the behavior and characteristics of soil water, the nature and practical importance of soil colloids, soil reaction: acidity and alkalinity, soil organisms, soil organic matter and organic soils, and the behavior of plant nutrients in soil concerning their availability to the plant.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 The student explains the significance of soil formation in plant nutrition.
2 The student defines the characteristics and significance of soil in plant nutrition.
3 The student explains the significance of plant nutrient elements.
4 The student analyzes soil, plant, and water for use in plant nutrition.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Introduction to Plant Nutrition
2. Week Fundamental Factors Affecting Ion Uptake
3. Week The Concept and Classification of Plant Nutrient Elements
4. Week The Forms of Plant Nutrient Elements in Soil
5. Week The Transport of Plant Nutrient Elements to the Plant Root Zone
6. Week Factors Affecting the Uptake of Plant Nutrient Elements by Plants
7. Week Mobility and Distribution of Plant Nutrient Elements in the Plant
8. Week Nitrogen Nutrition in Plants
9. Week Phosphorus Nutrition in Plants
10. Week Potassium Nutrition in Plants
11. Week Calcium Nutrition in Plants
12. Week Magnesium and Sulfur Nutrition in Plants
13. Week Iron Nutrition in Plants
14. Week Zinc, Manganese, and Copper Nutrition in Plants
*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 Uses science and math knowledge to develop various processes in the field.
2 Demonstrates behavior consistent with ethical and deontological principles in decision-making and implementation processes.
3 It is used in applications in the field of scientific and technological developments.
4 Integrates fundamental engineering knowledge with technical tools to solve engineering problems in the field using an analytical approach.
5 Designs all technical systems, system components, and production processes related to their field.
6 It implements plant and animal production processes in accordance with scientific and technical principles.
7 It uses data-driven core technologies in the agricultural sector in production processes.
8 Applies sustainability principles and approaches to agricultural processes.
9 Uses administrative and institutional information related to agriculture, taking into account global and local developments.
10 By analyzing the life dynamics of plant diseases, harmful organisms, and weeds, it develops innovative solutions to these problems.
11 Effectively applies diagnostic, monitoring, and detection techniques and digital software used in the field of plant protection.
12 Applies plant protection products using modern techniques and technological tools in accordance with their modes of action and safe use principles.
13 Effectively manages integrated pest management methods in accordance with ecological principles and sustainable agriculture practices.
14 Plants protection practices are planned and implemented in accordance with national and international regulations, ethical principles, and food safety standards.
15 By collaborating with individuals from different fields of expertise, it develops entrepreneurship-focused projects based on current information.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4
PY1 0 0 0 0
PY2 4 4 4 4
PY3 0 0 0 0
PY4 0 0 0 0
PY5 3 3 3 3
PY6 4 4 4 4
PY7 0 0 0 0
PY8 0 0 0 0
PY9 0 0 0 0
PY10 0 0 0 0
PY11 0 0 0 0
PY12 0 0 0 0
PY13 0 0 0 0
PY14 0 0 0 0
PY15 0 0 0 0
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Altıntaş, Ü., M. Çengel, H. Uysal, B. Okur, Y. Kurucu,ve S. Delibacak.2008.Toprak Bilimi, 3. baskı, Ege Üniversitesi Ziraat Fakültesi Yayınları No:557, İzmir
  • Toprak İlimi Derneği web sitesi
  • Ergene, A. 1987. Toprak Biliminin Esasları, Atatürk Üniversitesi Basımevi, 4. Baskı, Erzurum
  • Özbek, H. Z. Kaya, M. Gök, ve H. Kaptan. 1995. Toprak Bilimi, Çukurova Üniversitesi Ziraat Fakültesi Genel Yayın No:73 Adana
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 3 42
Ders Dışı
Homework 14 2 28
Other Activities 1 4.5 4.5
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 1
Final 1 1 1
Total Workload 76.5
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 3.0