Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Field Studies in Hydrobiology BIO527 Turkish Compulsory 2 + 2 3.0 8.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Graduate
Mode of delivery Face to face
Course Coordinator Prof. Dr. Şerife Gülsün KIRANKAYA
Instructor(s)
Goals Gain knowledge and ablity for design and practice of studies about aquatic organisms living in lentic or lotic habitats.
Course Content Introduction to aquatic environments, determination of sampling locations, using of maps and GPS, Planning of field studies, Security rules for field studies, Determination of sampling methods and selecting sampling equipment Introduction of sampling equipments, check and care of the equipment, Determination of sampling frequency and period, Discussion of potential problems for field studies and solution recommendations, Measurement and observation in field studies, The fishes of running water, Sampling methods for plankton and benthic organisms Sampling methods for ichthyological studies, Preservation and classification of samples obtained during field studies, Techniques for evaluation of samples, Principles of analysis and assessments
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Know choosing suitable sampling locations for objectives of hydrobiological investigations
2 Recommend solutions for potetial problems that occur during field studies
3 Comprehend security rules essential during field studies
4 Comprehend sampling and preservation techniques for water samples in runnig- and still water environments
5 Comprehend sampling and preservation techniques for plankton, benthic and ichthyological studies in runnig- and still water environments
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Introduction to aquatic environments, determination of sampling locations, using of maps and GPS Interview, Presentation (Preparation), Practice
2. Week Planning of field studies, Security rules for field studies Interview, Presentation (Preparation), Practice
3. Week Determination of sampling methods and selecting sampling equipment Interview, Presentation (Preparation), Practice
4. Week Introduction of sampling equipments, check and care of the equipment Interview, Presentation (Preparation), Practice
5. Week Determination of sampling frequency and period Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
6. Week Discussion of potential problems for field studies and solution recommendations Other Activities, Interview
7. Week Measurement and observation in field studies Interview, Presentation (Preparation), Fieldwork
8. Week Mid term
9. Week The fishes of running water Interview, Presentation (Preparation), Fieldwork
10. Week Sampling methods for plankton and benthic organisms Interview, Presentation (Preparation), Fieldwork
11. Week Sampling methods for ichthyological studies Interview, Presentation (Preparation), Fieldwork
12. Week Preservation and classification of samples obtained during field studies
13. Week Techniques for evaluation of samples Interview, Presentation (Preparation), Practice
14. Week Principles of analysis and assessments Interview, Presentation (Preparation), Practice
*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.
Course Category
Course Category Percentage
Mathematics 15
Teknololinin Scientific Principles 15
The Matrix for Course & Program Learning Outcomes
No Program Requirements Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Improve the scientific knowledge in the field of Biology to a more advanced level. Use the advenced knowledge to innovate, interpret the results, to apply the results and to design unique projects.
2 Gain the ability to identify scientific questions, compare, analyze and solve the problems independently.
3 Gain the skills of using the modern laboratory techniques and analysis methods in the field of biology.
4 Gain the ability to get the information by doing research, to evaluate, interpret and apply it.
5 Gain the ability of discussion, synthesis and applying the scientific knowledge.
6 Gain the ability to design experimental studies, do the applications and analyse the complicated results using advanced skills, like critical thinking, problem solving and deciding.
7 Use the scientific knowledge and apply the ability of problem solving, evaluate and analyse advanced concepts in interdiciplinary fields.
8 Gain the scientific knowledge to set up communication with the collegues. Gain the ability to follow and use of the literature. Gain the ability to share or present the results of his/her own studies with the scientists during a scientific conference, workshop or seminar.
9 Participate scientific collaborations effectively and lead a scientific study if necessary.
10 Follow the innovations in the field of biology. Gain the ability to find resources and to use the databases.
11 Find new or strategical approaches to solve an unpredicted or advanced problems.
12 Improve scientific knowledge where there is a little or limited data present. Gain the ability to connect the information from different scientific diciplines.
13 Find unique ideas and get in contact with the professionals in scientific topics using his/her knowledge and skills.
14 Have the ability to read, understand, speak and write a foreign language in order to contact with the scientists from all over the World.
15 Follow novel developments in computational software and hardware systems related with biology, use this knowledge and skill in research.
16 Obey the ethical regulations and watch the ethical issues while designing a scientific study, collecting data, evaluating and publishing them.
17 Adopt life-long learning strategies during performing scientific studies.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5
PY1 5 5 5 5 5
PY2 4 4 4 4 4
PY3 3 3 3 3 3
PY4 5 5 5 5 5
PY5 5 5 5 5 5
PY6 5 5 5 5 5
PY7 4 4 4 4 4
PY8 5 5 5 5 5
PY9 4 4 4 4 4
PY10 5 5 5 5 5
PY11 3 3 3 3 3
PY12 4 4 4 4 4
PY13 4 4 4 4 4
PY14 5 5 5 5 5
PY15 5 5 5 5 5
PY16 4 4 4 4 4
PY17 5 5 5 5 5
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Anonymous, 1971, Water Quality and Treatment, The American Water Works Associations, Inc.
  • Bain, M.B., Stevenson, N.J., 1999, Aquatic Habitat Assessment: Common Methods, American Fisheries Society, 216.
  • Chapman, D. (1992). Water Qaulity Assessments, A Guide to the Use of Biota, Sedimets and Water in Environmental Monitoring. Chapman & Hall Ltd., London, UK, 585 p
  • Hauer, F.R., Lamberti, G.A., 1996, Methods in Stream Ecology, Academic Press, London, 674 p.
  • Kottelat, M., Freyhof, J., 2007, Handbook of European Freshwater Fishes, Kottelat, Cornol, Switzerland and Freyhof, Berlin, Germany.
  • Hem, J.D., Study and Interpretation of the Chemical Characteristics of Natural Water, United States Printing Office, 1985.
  • Wetzel, R.G., 2001, Limnology: Lakes and Reservoirs (3rd edt.), Elsevier Academic Press, California, USA, 1006 p.
  • Wetzel, R.G. & Likens, G.E., 1991 Limnological Analysis, Springer-Verlag.
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
Preparation, After Class Study 14 1 14
Research 2 1 2
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 2 2
Homework 1 1 43 43
Homework 2 1 43 43
Final 1 2 2
Classroom Activities 14 3 42
Total Workload 204
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 8.0