Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
. PEM032 Turkish Compulsory 1. Semester 2 + 2 3.0 3.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Turkish
Course Coordinator Prof. Dr. Aybike Ayfer KARADAĞ
Instructor(s)
Goals To lay down the principles regarding the planning of highways and their environments on the basis of ecological principles; In this process, the effects of highways on the natural and cultural landscape are examined. To lay down the principles regarding the planning of highways and their environments on the basis of ecological principles; In this process, the effects of highways on the natural and cultural landscape are examined.
Course Content Highways Landscape Planning
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 To have knowledge about the principles of ecological planning for highways
2 To have knowledge about the environmental effects and prevention of highways
3 To have information about the effects of highways on the cultural landscape
4 Understanding the importance of ecological principles in the planning of highways
5 To contribute to the environmental effects of highways and to offer suggestions to reduce these effects
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week The aim of the course and general terms related to the course Research, Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
2. Week Importance of road systems in life. Historical development of road systems, classification of roads, properties of roads, bridges-viaducts-tunnels and vehicles Research, Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
3. Week Road ecology (geology, soil, hydrology, vegetation, habitat, hydrology, settlement, population, economy, etc.) Research, Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
4. Week Roadside and vegetation, wildlife population, wildlife migration, roadside management Research, Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
5. Week Relationship between road systems and aquatic ecosystems (lake, wetland, stream, etc.); bridges, culverts, etc. Research, Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
6. Week Erosion and sediment control in road systems Research, Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
7. Week Chemical accumulation, salinity and effects along road systems Research, Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
8. Week Midterm
9. Week Atmospheric effects of road systems (microclimate, wind, dust, erosion, snow, noise) Research, Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
10. Week Road systems associated with the land (network theory for road ecology, spatial properties of road networks, changing road network, effect of road systems on the surrounding area, effect of the surrounding terrain on the road system) Research, Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
11. Week Relation of road systems to large landscapes (built areas, woodlands, agricultural areas, grasslands, drylands) Research, Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
12. Week Road ecology and sustainability Research, Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
13. Week Important road systems, planning and management examples in the world Research, Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
14. Week Planning, solutions and policies of road systems Research, Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
15. Week Final
*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 Knowledge: Within the framework of environmental and social sustainability principles (considering the public interest and value), to have the knowledge and understanding to gain and reflect up-to-date information that will carry out planning, design, management activities and research,
3 Knowledge: To have knowledge about universal, corporate and professional ethical values related to the field,
4 Knowledge: To have knowledge of national and international norms, conventions, professional principles, laws, regulations and standards related to the field,
6 Skill: The ability to develop alternative constructions and solutions in accordance with field-specific theories and methods in planning and design processes,
8 Skill: The ability to discuss individual views on field-specific issues and to improve oneself
9 Competence: Competence to act with the awareness of lifelong learning and research by internalizing sustainable, innovative and entrepreneurial approaches,
10 Competence: Competence of foreign language skills at a level to communicate and follow the developments in the field,
11 Competence: Competence to make decisions with a fair and participatory consciousness, with respect to environmental rights, social and cultural rights, showing the necessary sensitivity in the protection of natural environment and cultural heritage, based on universal principles in the field of profession,
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5
PY1 4 4 4 4 4
PY3 3 3 3 3 3
PY4 2 2 2 2 2
PY6 1 1 1 1 1
PY8 1 1 1 1 1
PY9 3 3 3 3 3
PY10 3 3 3 3 3
PY11 2 2 2 2 2
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Forman, R.T.T., Sperling, D., Bissonette, J. A., Clevenger A.P., Cutshall, C. D., Dale, V. H., Fahrig, L., France, R. L., Goldman, C. R., Heanue, K., Jones, J., Swanson, F., Turrentine, T., Winter, T. C. 2002. Road Ecology-Science and Solution,Island Press, America.
  • Related article, paper, project, thesis, research, etc.
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 12 1 12
Research 12 1 12
Presentation (Preparation) 1 1 1
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 1 1
Homework 1 1 1 1
Final 1 1 1
Total Workload 84
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 3.0