Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Engineering Mechanics ZFZ303 Turkish Compulsory 5. Semester 2 + 2 3.0 4.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Face to face
Course Coordinator
Instructor(s)
Goals The objective of this course is to teach students the definition, scope, and data structure of the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) concept; and to provide comprehensive knowledge and skills on how GIS can be utilized for the identification and resolution of agricultural problems.
Course Content Provide basic map information/Topographic map reading, profiling, slope calculation Geographical location and projections/To give the basic characteristics in GIS software The basic concepts of information systems and GIS/Map digitizing and coordinate correction, GIS data structure/Data entry, update, change map symbology, map printing, Queries in a GIS environment/To make queries on geographic data base Explaining the selection menus, Basic GIS analysis /Buffer, Multi-Ring buffer analysis applications, Basic GIS analysis /Overlay analysis, The Extract tools:Clip, Select, Split, 3D analysis , to work with raster data/Development of a database for digital elevation model, Fundamentals of 3D data/Create to digital elevation model and hillshade maps, Slope and aspect analysis/The creation of slope aspect maps. Case Study :İnkaya dam, The creation of raster maps to obtain the data point/Getting and interpretation of maps of ground water, Analysis of raster maps/Aanalysis of monthly precipitation.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 The student defines the fundamental principles of GIS technologies and discusses their areas of application.
2 The student defines GIS data models and utilizes these models in agricultural applications.
3 The student performs data analysis using GIS software and interprets the results of the analysis.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Provide basic map information/Topographic map reading, profiling, slope calculation Practice, Presentation (Preparation)
2. Week Geographical location and projections/To give the basic characteristics in GIS software Practice, Presentation (Preparation)
3. Week The basic concepts of information systems and GIS/Map digitizing and coordinate correction Practice, Presentation (Preparation)
4. Week GIS data structure/Data entry, update, change map symbology, map printing Practice, Presentation (Preparation)
5. Week Queries in a GIS environment/To make queries on geographic data base Explaining the selection menus Practice, Presentation (Preparation)
6. Week Basic GIS analysis /Buffer, Multi-Ring buffer analysis applications Practice, Presentation (Preparation)
7. Week Basic GIS analysis /Overlay analysis, The Extract tools:Clip, Select, Split Practice, Presentation (Preparation)
8. Week Basic GIS analysis /Overlay analysis, The Extract tools:Clip, Select, Split Presentation (Preparation), Practice
9. Week 3D analysis , to work with raster data/Development of a database for digital elevation model Practice, Presentation (Preparation)
10. Week 3D analysis , to work with raster data/Development of a database for digital elevation model Practice, Presentation (Preparation)
11. Week Fundamentals of 3D data/Create to digital elevation model and hillshade maps Practice, Presentation (Preparation)
12. Week Slope and aspect analysis/The creation of slope aspect maps. Case Study :İnkaya dam Practice, Presentation (Preparation)
13. Week The creation of raster maps to obtain the data point/Getting and interpretation of maps of ground water Practice, Presentation (Preparation)
14. Week The creation of raster maps to obtain the data point/Getting and interpretation of maps of ground water, Analysis of raster maps/Aanalysis of monthly precipitation Practice, 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
PY1 4 4 4
PY2 0 0 0
PY3 0 0 0
PY4 0 0 0
PY5 0 0 0
PY6 0 0 0
PY7 0 0 0
PY8 0 0 0
PY9 0 0 0
PY10 0 0 0
PY11 0 0 0
PY12 0 0 0
PY13 0 0 0
PY14 0 0 0
PY15 0 0 0
Recommended Sources
Ders Kitabı veya Notu Ders Kitabı veya Ders Notu bulunmamaktadır.
Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Longley, P. A., M.F. Goodchild, D. J. Maguire, D. W. Rhind. Geographic Information Systems-Principles, Techniques, Management and Applications. John Wiley & Sons, Inc.New Jersey, USA, 2005.
  • ESRI, Managing a GIS, ESRI Educational Services California USA, 1997.
  • Antenucci J. C., K. Brown, P.L. Croswell, M.J Kevany, H. Archer, Geographing Information Systems, A Guide To the Technology. Van Nostrand Reinhold, New York, USA, 1991.
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 4 56
Ders Dışı
Research 14 3 42
Other Activities 1 2 2
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 1 1
Final 1 1 1
Total Workload 102
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 4.0