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| Unit | YUMURTALIK VOCATIONAL SCHOOL |
| Code | YOT217 |
| Name | MEDICAL AND AROMATIC PLANTS |
| Term | 2015-2016 Academic Year |
| Semester | 3. 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 | |
| Course Instructor |
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi HÜLYA SAYĞI
(Güz)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
Gives information about herbal properties, climate and soil requirements, cultivation, maintenance operations, reproduction and evaluation technologies of mainly annual and perennial medicinal and aromatic plants (Annual medicinal and aromatic plants such as anise, caraway, coriander, nettle, basil, parsley, dill, garlic and perennial medicinal and aromatic plants such as sage, lavender, kuşdili, mountain tea, lemon balm, oregano, mint, marjoram)
Course Content
Cultivation and evaluation technologies of annual and perennial medicinal and aromatic plants that grow/ can be grown in ecological conditions of Turkey
Course Precondition
Yok
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | 1 To be able to know the properties of the herbal medicinal and aromatic plants |
| LO02 | 2 To be able to know the climate and soil requirements of medicinal and aromatic plants, how to reproduce them and how to apply maintenance operations during their cultivation process |
| LO03 | 3 To be able to determine harvest period for obtaining quality drug and to be able to know issues about harvest during harvesting. |
| LO04 | 4 To be able to process products, obtained from medicinal and aromatic plants, as drug and cosmetic raw material and as species. |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | General description and historical development of Medicinal and aromatic plants | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 2 | Introduction of medicinal and aromatic plants, showing above ground and underground parts of seeds, flowers | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 3 | Introduction of annual and perennial medicinal and aromatic plants | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 4 | Introduction of plants that naturally grown, endemic and cultured in Turkey, giving their Latin names | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 5 | definition and explanation of the variations of medicinal and aromatic plants (diurnal, ontogenetic, morphogenetic ...) | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 6 | Disclosure of ecological requirements medicinal and aromatic plants in (light, temperature, elevation, vector ...) | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 7 | Disclosure of ecological requirements of the medicinal and aromatic plants (light, temperature, elevation, vector ...), their production methods and production process (nursery bed facility, the preparation of the field for planting) | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 8 | Term exam | ||
| 9 | Determination of direct sowing methods on the field and land preparation, giving the distance between and top of sequences and planting depth according to crops | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 10 | Planting of plants (that have small seeds), germinated in the seedbed, to the field. Determination of planting methods and soil preparation. Giving the distance between and top of sequences and planting depth according to crops | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 11 | Illustrating pecking up of the ground, irrigation and fertilization methods that are applied to plants during vegetation | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 12 | Introduction of common diseases and pests in plants and Packaging and storage of medicinal and aromatic plants | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 13 | Quality and standardization of medicinal and aromatic plants | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 14 | Drug preparation from medicinal and aromatic plants. Definition of fats that are used in aromatherapy. Uses of medicinal and aromatic plants in perfumery, spices and dyeing | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 15 | Final Exam |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | -20 |
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | -20 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 200 | -20 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |