Information
| Unit | YUMURTALIK VOCATIONAL SCHOOL |
| Code | YOT115 |
| Name | Agricultural Economics |
| Term | 2015-2016 Academic Year |
| Semester | 1. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 3 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Üniversite Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Öğr. Gör. AYHAN SAYĞI |
| Course Instructor |
Öğr. Gör. Dr. BİLGE BOZ
(Güz)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
The aims of this course are to ensure; othat the students learn basic economic concepts, othat the students comprehend the differences of agriculture from the other sectors and contributions of agriculture sector to Turkey economy, othat the students learn basic principles of agricultural production economics othat the students comprehend basic principles of agricultural marketing
Course Content
oBasic economic concepts, oThe differences of agriculture from the other sectors oContributions of agriculture sector to Turkey economy, oAgricultural production economics. oAgricultural marketing
Course Precondition
Yok
Resources
Notes
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | 1 To be able to comprehend agricultural production function |
| LO02 | 2 In agricultural production, to be able to learn to enable; maximum income with optimum input, minimum cost with optimum combination of different inputs, maximum income with optimum combination of different products |
| LO03 | 3 To be able to learn alternative cost principal, marginal income principal |
| LO04 | 4 To be able to comprehend importance of marketing and agricultural marketing in terms of Turkey economy |
| LO05 | 5 To be able to learn agricultural marketing services |
| LO06 | 6 To be able to comprehend marketing channels, agents and marketing organizations in agricultural products market |
| LO07 | 7 To be able to learn micro and macro basic economic concepts |
| LO08 | 8 To be able to comprehend the differences of agriculture from the other sectors and contributions of agriculture sector to Turkey economy |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | - | To have a basic knowledge of the conceptual and practical in the field of organic agriculture. | |
| PLO02 | - | To assess and to understand learned information accuracy, reliability and timeliness in the field of organic agriculture. | |
| PLO03 | - | To understand developments in ecosystems, biodiversity and sustainable management of agriculture, rural development, agricultural planning and use of agricultural technologies and the effects of these on human life. | |
| PLO04 | - | To produce according to organic agriculture rules. | |
| PLO05 | - | To define problems that may be encountered organic product production phase until it reaches the final consumer and develop solutions for the problems. | |
| PLO06 | - | To identify issues, analyze and develop solutions based on research and evidence and to apply in the field of organic agriculture. | |
| PLO07 | - | To analyse the problems encountered and To fulfill the responsibilities that have received both individual and as a member of team in the field of organic agriculture. | |
| PLO08 | - | To have adopt life-long learning importance and to have follow professional developments. | |
| PLO09 | - | Access to knowledge through questioning and research in the field of organic agriculture and to use. | |
| PLO10 | - | To generate projects with conscious of social, cultural and ethical responsibility and to knowledge institutions and individuals in the field of organic agriculture. | |
| PLO11 | - | To have a sufficient level of foreing language to be able to follow the sources in his/her field and to communicate with colleagues if necessary | |
| PLO12 | - | To use information and communication technologies at an advanced level along with a required level of computer software and to have a sufficient level to communicate orally and in writing in organic agriculture. | |
| PLO13 | - | To research, to evaluate the information obtained, to prepare projects, implement and manage on the field of organic agriculture | |
| PLO14 | - | To fulfill own duties and responsibilities according to scientific, cultural, ethical and legislation values related to organic agriculture. | |
| PLO15 | - | To be conscious of social justice, quality and cultural values, occupational health and safety issues in the field of organic agriculture |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 50 | -10 |
| 1. Homework | 50 | -10 |
| 1. Midterm Exam | 50 | -10 |
| 1. Homework | 50 | -10 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 200 | -20 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |