Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Plant Systematics ZFZ207 Turkish Compulsory 3. Semester 3 + 0 3.0 3.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Face to face
Course Coordinator
Instructor(s)
Goals To learn the basic information about the systematics of seedless and seeded plants and to identify plant families, genera and species that are important for agriculture in the world and in Turkey.
Course Content Principles of general taxonomy, nomenclature, classification systems of plants. - Basic principles of identifying of flowering plants. - The evaluation and origin of plants. - General features and classification of Spermatophyta (Gymnospermae and Angiospermae) with samples from the most important taxa for agricultural systems.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Understand the general principles of plant systematics and taxonomy.
2 Learn about naming, plant identification methods and terminology in botany.
3 Analyze the characters used in systematics and classification systems of plants.
4 Learn basic information about the systematics of seedless (Bryophyta, Pteridophyta) and seed plants.
5 Identifies plant taxa important for agriculture in the world and in Turkey.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week History of systematic and taxonomic studies Presentation (Preparation), Interview
2. Week History of nomenclature, naming conventions, binomial nomenclature, naming of taxa Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
3. Week Methods and techniques used in taxonomy, plant herbarium, plant identification methods, identification keys Presentation (Preparation), Interview
4. Week Characters used in systematics: Morphological Presentation (Preparation), Interview
5. Week Characters used in systematics: Anatomical, palynological and embryological, cytological, phytochemical Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
6. Week Bryophyta systematics Presentation (Preparation), Interview
7. Week Pteridophyta systematics Presentation (Preparation), Interview
8. Week Gymnospermae systematics Research, Preparation, After Class Study
9. Week Angyospermae systematics, Magnoliopsida, Magnoliidae, Hamamelidae Presentation (Preparation), Interview
10. Week Angyospermae systematics, Magnoliopsida, Caryophylidae Presentation (Preparation), Interview
11. Week Angyospermae systematics, Magnoliopsida, Dilleniidae Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
12. Week Angyospermae systematics, Magnoliopsida, Rosidae Presentation (Preparation), Interview
13. Week Angyospermae systematics, Magnoliopsida, Asteridae Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
14. Week Angyospermae systematics, Liliopsida (Alismatidae, Arecidae, Commelinidae, Zingiberidae, Liliidae) Presentation (Preparation), Interview
*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 5 5 5 5 5
PY2 3 3 3 3 3
PY3 4 4 4 4 4
PY4 2 2 2 2 2
PY5 2 2 2 2 2
PY6 5 5 5 5 5
PY7 2 2 2 2 2
PY8 2 2 2 2 2
PY9 2 2 2 2 2
PY10 5 5 5 5 5
PY11 3 3 3 3 3
PY12 4 4 4 4 4
PY13 3 3 3 3 3
PY14 4 4 4 4 4
PY15 3 3 3 3 3
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • 1. Seçmen, Ö., Gemici, Y., Görk. G., Bekat, L., Leblebici, E., Seed Plants Systematics (9th Edition). Ege University Publications, Faculty of Science books
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 2 28
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 10 10
Homework 1 1 16.5 16.5
Final 1 22 22
Total Workload 76.5
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 3.0