Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Plant Biotechnology BTZ304 Turkish Compulsory 6. Semester 2 + 2 3.0 4.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Verbal Expression/Visual Presentation
Course Coordinator Doç. Dr. Şemsettin KULAÇ
Instructor(s)
Goals It aims to teach the techniques and principles of sustainable agriculture.
Course Content Problems of Agriculture, Sustainability, The Purpose of Sustainable Agriculture The Benefits and Principles of Sustainable Agriculture Agriculture and Environmental Sustainability Agriculture and Social Sustainability Agriculture and Economic Sustainability Agriculture and Economic Sustainability Examples of Sustainable Agriculture Good Agricultural Practice Application of Organic Farming The Use and Construction of Organic Fertilizers Biological and Biotechnical Struggle in Sustainable Agriculture Weed Control and Permaculture Agriculture, Biodynamic Agriculture, Natural Agriculture and Precision Agriculture Applications in Sustainable Agriculture Examination of examples by subject General topic repetition and discussion
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 understand the importance of using sustainable agricultural techniques in agricultural production.
2 teach sustainable agriculture and its importance
3 Teach sustainable agricultural models
4 teach organic agriculture and its principles
5 teach good agricultural practices and principles
6 comprehend the principles of agricultural production in sustainable agriculture
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Problems of Agriculture, Sustainability, The Purpose of Sustainable Agriculture Research, Other Activities
2. Week The Benefits and Principles of Sustainable Agriculture Research, Other Activities
3. Week Agriculture and Environmental Sustainability Preparation, After Class Study, Research
4. Week Agriculture and Social Sustainability Preparation, After Class Study, Presentation (Preparation), Fieldwork
5. Week Agriculture and Economic Sustainability Preparation, After Class Study, Presentation (Preparation), Practice
6. Week Agriculture and Economic Sustainability Preparation, After Class Study, Research
7. Week Examples of Sustainable Agriculture Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Presentation (Preparation)
8. Week Good Agricultural Practice Preparation, After Class Study, Other Activities, Presentation (Preparation)
9. Week Good Agricultural Practices Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Other Activities
10. Week Application of Organic Farming
11. Week The Use and Construction of Organic Fertilizers Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Presentation (Preparation)
12. Week Biological and Biotechnical Struggle in Sustainable Agriculture
13. Week Weed Control and Permaculture Agriculture, Biodynamic Agriculture, Natural Agriculture and Precision Agriculture Applications in Sustainable Agriculture Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Presentation (Preparation)
14. Week Examination of examples by subject Preparation, After Class Study, 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 .Applies knowledge of natural sciences and mathematics to the development of various processes within the field.
2 Acts in accordance with ethical and deontological principles in decision-making and implementation processes.
3 Utilizes scientific and technological developments in field-related applications.
4 Solves engineering problems within the field through an analytical approach by integrating fundamental engineering knowledge with technical tools.
5 Designs all technical systems, system components, and production processes related to the field.
6 Implements crop and livestock production processes in accordance with scientific and technical principles.
7 Utilizes data-driven core technologies within the agricultural sector in production processes.
8 Applies sustainability principles and approaches to agricultural processes.
9 Utilizes managerial and institutional knowledge for agriculture, taking into account global and local developments.
10 Integrates fundamental scientific knowledge in the fields of genetics, molecular biology, microbiology, and biochemistry into agricultural biotechnology processes through a critical approach.
11 Produces innovative and sustainable biotechnological solutions to agricultural problems by effectively utilizing laboratory and field applications.
12 Effectively utilizes statistical, mathematical, and bioinformatic tools to analyze biological data.
13 Fulfills professional and social responsibilities by mastering the ethical, legal, intellectual property, and biosafety dimensions of biotechnological applications.
14 Effectively shares project findings obtained by working efficiently in interdisciplinary projects using effective presentation techniques.
15 Demonstrates lifelong learning and entrepreneurship skills by generating innovative ideas and continuously following scientific and technological developments in the field.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5 DK6
PY1 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY2 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY3 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY4 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY5 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY6 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY7 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY8 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY9 3 3 3 3 3 3
PY10 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY11 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY12 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY13 1 1 1 1 1 1
PY14 1 1 1 1 1 1
PY15 1 1 1 1 1 1
Recommended Sources
Ders Kitabı veya Notu
Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Kirişçi, V., Keskin, M., Say, S.M., Keskin, S.G., 1999. Hassas Tarım Uygulamaları, Nobel Kitabevi, Ankara
  • Notes and presentations of the lecturer
  • Mason, J., 2004. Sustainable Agriculture, CSIRO Publishing, Australia.
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 40 40
Quiz 1 10 10
Quiz Preparation 1 10 10
Final 1 40 40
Practice 1 2 2
Total Workload 102
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 4.0