Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Agricultural History and Deontology ZFZ105 Turkish Compulsory 1. Semester 3 + 0 3.0 3.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Face to face
Course Coordinator
Instructor(s) Doç. Dr. Zübeyde Filiz ARSLAN (Güz)
Goals To instruct upon the developments in agriculture and the advancements within agricultural systems.
Course Content Stages of Utilization of Soil Agriculture in Ancient Civilizations Agriculture in Seljuks Agriculture in the Ottoman Empire The Effects of the Industrial Revolution on Agriculture 1929-1930 World Economic Crisis and Its Effects on Turkey's Agriculture Atatürk and Agriculture Agricultural Sector in Turkey in the Republican Era Definition, Scope and Related Legislation of Agricultural Engineering Professional Organizations of Agricultural Engineers The Concept of Ethics, Classification of Ethics and Ethical Theories Agricultural Ethics Sustainable Agriculture Input Usage Food Safety and Reliability Soil and Water Pollution Status of Agricultural Workers Animal rights Scientific Research Ethics in Agriculture Scientific Research Ethics in Agriculture
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Comprehends the strategic significance of agriculture and agricultural lands
2 Comprehends the stages that agriculture has undergone in the past
3 Acquires knowledge of the impacts of agriculture on social life within diverse societies throughout history.
4 Discusses the influences of countries and multinational corporations on agricultural lands in the present day
5 Acquires knowledge concerning agricultural ethics and professional principles.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Stages Undergone by the Modes of Soil Utilization Throughout History Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
2. Week Agriculture in Ancient Civilizations Presentation (Preparation), Interview
3. Week Agriculture in the Seljuk and Ottoman States Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
4. Week The Impacts of the Industrial Revolution on Agriculture, the 1929-1930 World Economic Crisis, and Its Effects on Turkish Agriculture Presentation (Preparation), Interview
5. Week Atatürk and Agriculture: The Agricultural Sector in Turkey During the Republican Era Presentation (Preparation), Interview
6. Week Definition, Scope, and Relevant Legislation of Agricultural Engineering; Professional Organizations of Agricultural Engineers Presentation (Preparation), Interview
7. Week The Concept of Ethics, the Classification of Ethics, and Ethical Theories Presentation (Preparation), Interview
8. Week Sustainable Agriculture Input Utilization Food Security and Reliability Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
9. Week Sustainable Agriculture Input Utilization Food Security and Reliability Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
10. Week Soil and Water Pollution: The Ethical Dimension of Biotechnology Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
11. Week The Status of Agricultural Workers Presentation (Preparation), Interview
12. Week Animal Rights Presentation (Preparation), Interview
13. Week Scientific Research Ethics in Agriculture Presentation (Preparation), Interview
14. Week Scientific Research Ethics in Agriculture Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
*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 knowledge of natural sciences and mathematics to develop various processes in the field.
2 Demonstrates behavior in line with ethical and deontological principles in decision-making and implementation processes.
3 Applies scientific and technological developments in practices within the field.
4 Integrates basic 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 the field.
6 Applies plant and animal production processes in accordance with scientific and technical principles.
7 Uses data-oriented basic technologies of the agricultural sector in production processes.
8 Applies sustainability principles and approaches to agricultural processes.
9 Uses managerial and institutional knowledge for agriculture, taking into account global and local developments.
10 Manages the cultivation, breeding, and adaptation processes of field crops and applies sustainable agricultural principles considering biodiversity and ecological balance.
11 Manages seed standards effectively in accordance with legislation.
12 Diagnoses yield and quality problems in field crops and develops effective solutions.
13 Develops innovative decision support systems based on scientific evidence using land-based digital agriculture technologies in field farming.
14 Manages field crop production with sustainable and entrepreneurial business models in line with legal and ethical responsibilities, global policies, and market dynamics.
15 Uses effective communication and leadership skills to carry out multifaceted agricultural projects, including extension activities for farmers.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5
PY1 0 0 0 0 0
PY2 0 0 0 0 0
PY3 0 0 0 0 0
PY4 0 0 0 0 0
PY5 0 0 0 0 0
PY6 0 0 0 0 0
PY7 0 0 0 0 0
PY8 0 0 0 0 0
PY9 0 0 0 0 0
PY10 0 0 0 0 0
PY11 0 0 0 0 0
PY12 0 0 0 0 0
PY13 0 0 0 0 0
PY14 0 0 0 0 0
PY15 0 0 0 0 0
Evaluation Method
Güz Dönemi
Responsible Personnel Grup Evaluation Method Percentage
Doç. Dr. Zübeyde Filiz ARSLAN Vize 30.00
Doç. Dr. Zübeyde Filiz ARSLAN Final 70.00
Toplam 100.00
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
Preparation, After Class Study 1 5.5 5.5
Other Activities 14 1 14
Sınavlar
Homework 1 14 1 14
Final 1 1 1
Total Workload 76.5
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 3.0