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| Unit | FACULTY OF ARCHITECTURE |
| LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE PR. | |
| Code | P357 |
| Name | Afforestation |
| Term | 2017-2018 Academic Year |
| Semester | 5. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 3 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. ZERRİN SÖĞÜT |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. ZERRİN SÖĞÜT
(Güz)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
Knowledge of the qualities and necessities of afforestation by giving basic information about trees and afforestation
Course Content
Trees; Place in human life, history of afforestation in the world and our country, existence of forests, institutions related to afforestation in our country, functions of trees, environmental factors effective in afforestation, selection of plant species and seedlings, planting area preparation,
Course Precondition
Resources
Notes
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Deepen its knowledge of the trees |
| LO02 | Comprehending the importance of afforestation |
| LO03 | Know and appreciate the benefits of afforestation in changing world conditions |
| LO04 | Can comment on afforestation against various environmental problems |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Defines basic concepts and principles in Landscape Architecture. | |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Defines landscapes as original or human-transformed elements of natural systems. | 4 |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains the principles and practice of landscape ecology and ecological planning / design and its function in landscape architecture practices. | |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | List the physical and biological indicators necessary for the identification and classification of landscapes at a basic level. | 4 |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Describes the knowledge of nature, natural processes, characteristics and performance of some organic elements as a basis for the organisation, conservation, restoration, maintenance/management of landscapes. | 5 |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Applies the philosophy, elements, principles and tools of landscape design to the detailed landscape design process. | |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Uses the information about the plant material used in Landscape Architecture in the regulation, protection, development and rehabilitation of landscapes. | 5 |
| PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Identifies and formulates / solves problems within the scope of landscape engineering. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Uses sufficient fundamental knowledge about theprinciples, processes and tools of Landscape Architecture with solutions in the professional field. | |
| PLO10 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Analyses a system or process and designs/implements it under realistic constraints to meet the expected requirements. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Works effectively by taking responsibility individually or in multi-disciplinary teams. | |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | To be able to collect data and analyse/interpret the results with the ability to use information technologies effectively. | |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | To be aware of entrepreneurship and innovation in the field of landscape architecture by having knowledge about contemporary issues. | |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Applies lifelong learning with the ability to access and use information resources, constantly renews himself / herself by following the developments in science and technology. | |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | To be able to communicate effectively in oral and written Turkish. | |
| PLO16 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | To be able to present his/her vision and knowledge in the field of Landscape Architecture visually, orally or in writing by using contemporary communication methods. | |
| PLO17 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Uses the teachings of research philosophy and methods in social and humanitarian fields related to Landscape Architecture studies in related fields. | |
| PLO18 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Reflects the requirements for the application of the profession on the fundamental principles, processes and tools of Landscape Architecture to the landscape design process. | |
| PLO19 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Develops plan and design proposals for different types of landscapes that are sensitive to society, space and nature. | 4 |
| PLO20 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Works effectively in project management, environmental and occupational safety, engineering practices by observing the principles of professional deontology and legal limitations. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction; today forests and afforestrations | None | |
| 2 | The place of a tree in the ecosystem, the benefits of trees and forests | Studying of sharing lesson notes | |
| 3 | Benefits of trees and forests, causes of forest losses in Turkey | Studying of sharing lesson notes | |
| 4 | Effective environmental factors in forestation; Causes of tree deaths in cities | Studying of sharing lesson notes | |
| 5 | Effective environmental conditions in afforestation; Physical characteristics of the area (topography, slope, view, latitude, longitude, distance from the sea and height) | Studying of sharing lesson notes | |
| 6 | Effective environmental conditions in afforestation; Climate (temperature, relative moisture and precipitation, wind, etc.) | Studying of sharing lesson notes | |
| 7 | Effective environmental conditions in afforestation; soil, flora and fauna, hydrology | Studying of sharing lesson notes | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Studying of sharing lesson notes | |
| 9 | Effective environmental conditions in afforestation; Land use and infrastructure facilities, ownership, environmental pollution | Studying of sharing lesson notes | |
| 10 | Area preparation and planting (Topographical correction, soil remediation, digging of planting hole | Studying of sharing lesson notes | |
| 11 | Measures to be taken in tree planting areas in urban areas | Studying of sharing lesson notes | |
| 12 | Effective conditions of planting density (environmental conditions, topography, land size, goal), planting (time, environmental conditions, plant species, soil), things to consider in planting | Studying of sharing lesson notes | |
| 13 | Selection of plant species, effective factors; physical characteristics, origin, environmental desires, economic value, invasiveness, environmental benefits | Studying of sharing lesson notes | |
| 14 | Selection of plant species, seedling features, pruning, protection measures, maintenance (irrigation, fertilization, tillage, etc.) | Studying of sharing lesson notes | |
| 15 | Large trees remove, transporting and planting, examples | Studying of sharing lesson notes | |
| 16 | Term Exams | Exam | |
| 17 | Term Exams | Exam |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | 40 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 86 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 3,44 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||