Information
| Unit | YUMURTALIK VOCATIONAL SCHOOL |
| Code | YOT108 |
| Name | Composting Techniques and Applications |
| Term | 2015-2016 Academic Year |
| Semester | 2. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-2 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 5 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Üniversite Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Öğr. Gör. AYHAN SAYĞI |
| Course Instructor |
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi HÜLYA SAYĞI
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
Properties of the materials to be used as a medium for plant growing, composted of materials and evaluation and bring agriculture.
Course Content
The concept of substrate, determination of properties, treat from pre-process, use for agricultural purposes, effects on ohysical and chemical properties of soil, compost production techniques, development of compost production techniques, use compost for agriculture propeses.
Course Precondition
Yok
Resources
Notes
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | 1-Able to know about substrates, learn their physical, chemical and productivity properties, gain knowledges about how and which features of the soils can be improved. 2-Able to learn composting, use of compost, |
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 | The concept of substrate, definition and ıt has features | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 2 | Classification of substrates ıt has resources | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 3 | Effects of substrates on soil properties | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 4 | The importance in terms of agriculture | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 5 | Definition of compost | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 6 | The materilas and methods used in composting | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 7 | Determination of areas to be created compost in the trial garden | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 8 | MİDTERM EXAM | ||
| 9 | Compost application in the trial garden | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 10 | Composting techniques in aerob conditions | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 11 | Composting techniques in anaerob conditions | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 12 | Use in otganic agriculture of compost | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 13 | Compost and effects on plant growth | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 14 | reviewing all subjects | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 15 | FİNAL EXAM. | ||
| 16 | FİNAL EXAM. | ||
| 17 | FİNAL 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 |