Information
| Unit | YUMURTALIK VOCATIONAL SCHOOL |
| Code | YOT218 |
| Name | DEBATE TECHNIQUES |
| Term | 2015-2016 Academic Year |
| Semester | 4. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-1 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 4 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3.5 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Üniversite Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | |
| Course Instructor |
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi HÜLYA SAYĞI
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
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Course Goal / Objective
To give to the students the concept, importance and general principles of crop rotation, the drawbacks of monoculture, basic concepts of sustainable agriculture, effective crop rotation planning suitable for different ecological regions.
Course Content
Concept, importance and general principles of crop rotation, interrelations among soil, climat and plants in rotation systems, dry and irrigated farming systems, rotation planning for different ecological regions, basic principles of sustainable agriculture
Course Precondition
Yok
Resources
Notes
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | 1 know general principles of crop rotation and systems used in agricultural regions of Turkey, |
| LO02 | 2 have satisfactory knowledge on benefits of crop rotation and drawbacks of monoculture in field crops production |
| LO03 | 3 are able to design crop rotation systems for different ecological regions |
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 principles of field crops farming | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 2 | Definition and importance of crop rotation | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 3 | Subjects to be considered in crop rotation planning | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 4 | Farming systems, dry farming | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 5 | İrrigated farming, humid farming | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 6 | Disadvantages of monoculture farming | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 7 | Crop rotation examples suitable for agricultutal regions | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 8 | Midterm exam | ||
| 9 | Importance and effects of previous crops in rotation | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 10 | Relations among soil, plant and nutrition in rotation | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 11 | Weeds, diseases and pests control in rotation | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 12 | İnteractions among crop plants in rotation systems | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 13 | Crop rotations systems applicable in different regions of Türkey | Related issues from the course materials should be read | |
| 14 | Sustainable agriculture, Crop roration in organic farming | 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 |