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| Unit | YUMURTALIK VOCATIONAL SCHOOL |
| Code | YOT116 |
| Name | SOIL INFORMATION AND EFFICIENCY |
| Term | 2015-2016 Academic Year |
| Semester | 2. 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
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
The aim of this course is to teach to students defining soil formation and elements in soil and understanding relationships among soil physical, chemical and biological properties. The objective of this course is to learn the basic principles of plant nutrition, to get detailed informations on plant nutrients ,their functions on plants , interactions with each others.
Course Content
Soil elements and minerals, soil formation, soil morphology, physical, chemical and biological properties of soil, soil organic matter. The uptake forms of essential nutrients and their metabolisms, deficiency and toxicity symptoms, recommendations for nutritional disorders.
Course Precondition
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Resources
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | 1 Able to define soil formation and soil morphology |
| LO02 | 2 Able to connect between soil fertility and soil physical properties |
| LO03 | 3 Able to connect between soil fertility and soil chemical properties |
| LO04 | 4 Able to connect between soil fertility and soil biological properties |
| LO05 | 5 Being informed on the basic theoretical knowledge of Plant Nutrition and to be capable of using this knowledge. |
| LO06 | 6 Being informed on the sources of Plant Nutrition, assesment and comparison of their interaction with production and environment, |
| LO07 | 7 Being informed on Plant Nutrition |
| LO08 | 8 Being informed on the determination methods of metabolic and physiological activities of plant nutrients. |
| LO09 | 9 Being able to decide on the balanced nutrition of plants. |
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 | Introduction and soil definition; soil elements and minerals | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 2 | Igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks; soil formation | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 3 | Soil morphology and profile; physical properties of soil | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 4 | Chemical properties of soil; soil organisms | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 5 | Soil organic matter ; water types in soil | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 6 | Soil using; sSoil-environment relationships | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 7 | The history of plant nutrition, essential plant nutrients, basic principles on plant nutrient uptakes. | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 8 | Midterm | ||
| 9 | Nitrogen uptake on plant nutrition, Its metabolism, Its interactions with the other plant nutrients , eficiency, toxicity and their eliminations. | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 10 | Phosphorus uptake on plant nutrition, Its metabolism, Its interactions with the other plant nutrients , eficiency, toxicity and their eliminations. | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 11 | Potassium uptake on plant nutrition, Its metabolism, Its interactions with the other plant nutrients , eficiency, toxicity and their eliminations. | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 12 | Sulphur, magnesium and calcium uptake on plant nutrition, Its metabolism, Its interactions with the other plant nutrients , eficiency, toxicity and their eliminations. | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 13 | Iron, zinc and manganese uptake on plant nutrition, Its metabolism, Its interactions with the other plant nutrients , eficiency, toxicity and their eliminations. | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 14 | Boron, copper and molibdenium uptake on plant nutrition, Its metabolism, Its interactions with the other plant nutrients , eficiency, toxicity and their eliminations. | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 15 | Sodium and chlore uptake on plant nutrition, Its metabolism, Its interactions with the other plant nutrients , eficiency, toxicity and their eliminations. | ||
| 16 | Final exam | ||
| 17 | Final exam |
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 |