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| Unit | FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE |
| AGRICULTURE ECONOMY PR. | |
| Code | TEP104 |
| Name | Introduction to Land Survey |
| Term | 2017-2018 Academic Year |
| Semester | 2. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-2 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 4 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 | Prof. Dr. BÜLENT ÖZEKİCİ |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. BÜLENT ÖZEKİCİ
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
To examine all the parameters of climate such as heat, rainfall, wind and etc.
Course Content
Meteorology,Atmosphere,Energy,Heat and Temperature,Humidity,Condensation,Rainfall,Air Pressure,Winds,Air Mass,Air Front,Global Climate,Agriculture and Meteorology
Course Precondition
Resources
Notes
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Comprehends mensuration through simple measuring devices. |
| LO02 | Understands measuring concept and recognizes unit conversions. |
| LO03 | Gains engineering vision; can apply the measurement techniques for area, length, and angle to farming and his/her field. |
| LO04 | Distinguishes topographical surfaces; develops profile concept. Can apply the techniques she/he has learned to another field and scrutinize the findings. |
| LO05 | Meets modern technologies; distinguishes horizontal and vertical lines of sight equipment; acquires skills on using optical devices. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | - | is be able to explain and apply basic theories related to major science and engineering courses in order to form a foundation which enables him/her to understand advanced level subjects related to his/her profession | |
| PLO02 | - | is able to describe, intorduce and evaluate crop and animal production techniques, tools and equipment used in this area and explain role, importance and development of agriculture in national and world economy | |
| PLO03 | - | is able to describe characteristics and interrelations of all stages from production to consumption in agricultural sector; is able to describe basic concepts related to efficienct and sustianable use of resources; is able to explain and apply basic economic principles used for this purpose | |
| PLO04 | - | is able to explain concepts, thought, theory and methods related to major economic, social, natural, cultural, institutional, organizational and legal factors affecting activities in agricultural sector and rural areas, also national and international forces and interaction between them, their universal and social effects | |
| PLO05 | - | is able to apply basic principles of economics to the problemes encountered in agricultural sector | |
| PLO06 | - | is able to show and express economic and social data to be used in agricultural decision making process in tables, graphs and mathematical symbols | |
| PLO07 | - | is able to apply ecosystem, biodiversity, sustainable resource management, rural development, planning and technology use related knowledge to crop and animal production and marketing processes | |
| PLO08 | - | determines required data related to the analysis of problems encountered in agricultural sector, critically examines and uses those data, selects a proper frame, model and method for the analysis, and evaluates results of the analysis | |
| PLO09 | - | uses basic information technologies in the analysis of economic and social data and uses software prepared for this purpose and interpretes results | |
| PLO10 | - | is able to carry studies related to his/her field independently and according to the legal procedures; is able to give consultancy, supervising, and expertise services in those fields; is able to join to team works | |
| PLO11 | - | is able to get access to actual and updated information in the field; is able to inquire knowledge obtained and use them for public benefit according to the purpose selected | |
| PLO12 | - | is able to communicate with sepacialist and non-specialist people both in verbal and written form; is able to select most appropriate communications methods; is able to develop cooperation with stakeholders on producer and organization basis | |
| PLO13 | - | acquires general and professional foreign language command at a sufficient level to observe professional developments and communicate with colleagues;is able to use information and communication technologies | |
| PLO14 | - | is able to identify problems that can be encountered in agricultural sector; determines their context, evaluates effects of solutions, projects and policies applied in this context, produces solutions, projects and policy alternatives, foresees possible effects of alternatives suggested by himself/herself or others, selects the most appropriate alternative in terms of the goals selected, applies, direcs and monitors project | |
| PLO15 | - | is able to describe historical development of the profession, ethical principles obligatory during the performance of the profession and to be consicous of meticulous application of these principles |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Definitions of surveying and relevant topics; units and unit conversions | Sections from different chapters relevant to the subject | |
| 2 | Distance measurements; errors in measurements on angle, distance and surface. | Sections from different chapters relevant to the subject | |
| 3 | Setting out right angles with prizmatic squares, ranging poles of metal or wooden. | Sections from different chapters relevant to the subject | |
| 4 | Field applications of elementary surveying equipment (angle, distance and area); setting out straight lines etc. | Sections from different chapters relevant to the subject | |
| 5 | Calculating surface areas of irregular shaped fields by triangulation technique | Sections from different chapters relevant to the subject | |
| 6 | Calculating surface areas of irregular shaped fields by coordinate and mixed methods. | Sections from different chapters relevant to the subject | |
| 7 | Field application of calculating surface areas of irregular shaped fields | Sections from different chapters relevant to the subject | |
| 8 | Planimeters and calculating areas on the plans; shifting plan scales | Sections from different chapters relevant to the subject | |
| 9 | Measuring differences in elevation with optical instruments. | Sections from different chapters relevant to the subject | |
| 10 | Mid-term exam | Sections from different chapters relevant to the subject | |
| 11 | Types of levelling: Point, profile and surface levelling. | Sections from different chapters relevant to the subject | |
| 12 | Field application of point and longitudinal profile levelling. | Sections from different chapters relevant to the subject | |
| 13 | Transverse profiles levelling and drawing cross-section; surface leveling for setting out contour lines. | Sections from different chapters relevant to the subject | |
| 14 | Field application of transverse profiles levelling | Sections from different chapters relevant to the subject | |
| 15 | Theodolites and Stadia Tacheometry for distance measurements; the inclined line of sight with theodolites with applications. | Sections from different chapters relevant to the subject | |
| 16 | Final exam | Sections from different chapters relevant to the subject | |
| 17 | Final exam | Sections from different chapters relevant to the subject |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 50 | 20 |
| 1. Homework | 50 | 20 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |