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| Unit | FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE |
| PEDOLOGY AND PLANT FEEDING PR. | |
| Code | BBT131 |
| Name | Geology |
| Term | 2021-2022 Academic Year |
| Semester | 1. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 3 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Doç. Dr. NUSRET NURLU |
| Course Instructor |
Doç. Dr. NUSRET NURLU
(Güz)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
To teach the students general knowledge about the science of geology.
Course Content
Theoretical: Introduction of Geology, Origin of the Earth and Solar System, crystal and minerals, rock cycle, rocks: magmatic, metamorphic and sedimentary, geological time and fossils, Earth's internal structure, plate tectonics, earthquakes, Geological Structures, mass movements, hydrological cycle, geological resources . Laboratory: Crystal systems, minerals, rocks, fossils, topographic sections, geological sections.
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Understands the concept of geological science and geological engineer. |
| LO02 | Understands the inner structure and properties of the earth. |
| LO03 | Learns Crystal, Mineral, Rock cycle and rock classification. |
| LO04 | Learns internal and external geological processes |
| LO05 | Recognizes Sedimentary Rocks |
| LO06 | Recognize Metamorphism and Metamorphic Rocks. |
| LO07 | Can describe Geological Time and Fossils. |
| LO08 | Mid exam |
| LO09 | Understands the inner structure of the earth. |
| LO10 | Understands the concept of Plate Tectonics. |
| LO11 | Understands the concept of earthquake and can describe its processes. |
| LO12 | Understands the concept of Geological Structures. |
| LO13 | Understands the concept of mass movements and can describe its processes. |
| LO14 | Understands the concept of the Hydrological Cycle and can describe its processes. |
| LO15 | Understands geological resources and can describe their processes. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Has discipline-specific subject’s adequate knowledge of mathematics, science, and Agricultural Engineering (Soil Science and Plant Nutrition); use theoretical and applied knowledge in these fields of the complex engineering problems. | 4 |
| PLO02 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Define, formulate and solve complex problems in the field of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition, select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. | |
| PLO03 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Design a complex system, process, device or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions, and apply modern design methods for this purpose in Soil Science and Plant Nutrition discipline. | 1 |
| PLO04 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Select and use modern tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems and use information technologies effectively in the field of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition application. | 2 |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the study of complex problems or discipline-specific research issues encountered in the field of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition. | 1 |
| PLO06 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Work effectively in interdisciplinary (Soil Science and Plant Nutrition) and multidisciplinary teams; develope individual study skills | |
| PLO07 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Communicate effectively orally and in writing; has a foreign language knowledge at the “beginner” level; write reports effectively in the field of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition, understand written reports, prepare, design and production reports, make effective presentations, take and give clear and understandable instructions. | |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Gain awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; access information in the field of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition, follow the developments in science and technology, and constantly renew oneself. | 3 |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Compliance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility in the field of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition, and has knowledge of standards used in engineering practices. | 2 |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Gain knowledge of business practices as project and risk management and change management; gain awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; information about sustainable development in the field of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Has information about the effects of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition practice’s on health, environmental, and security in universal scale and social dimensions: The problems of the age reflection related with the field of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition; gain awareness of the legal implications of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition solutions. | 1 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Origin of the Earth and the Solar System, Fundamentals of Geology, history, geology engineer: fields of activity, duties, powers and responsibilities. Lab 1. General Information | Examining sources | |
| 2 | Crystals and Minerals. Lab. Crystal shapes | Examining sources | |
| 3 | Rock cycle, magma, magmatism, plutonism, volcanism. Lab 3. Properties of Minerals. | Examining sources | |
| 4 | Igneous rocks, formation, presence and classification of igneous rocks. Lab 4. Minerals. | Examining sources | |
| 5 | Sedimentary Rocks. Lab 5. Igneous rocks | Examining sources | |
| 6 | Metamorphism and Metamorphic Rocks Lab 6. Sedimentary Rocks. | Examining sources | |
| 7 | Geological Time and Fossils. Lab 7. Metamorphic Rocks | Examining sources | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Examining sources | |
| 9 | Internal Structure of the Earth Lab 8.Fossils | Examining sources | |
| 10 | Plate Tectonics. Lab 9. Map, Topographic maps, Topographic section. | Examining sources | |
| 11 | Earthquakes. Lab 10. Topographic section | Examining sources | |
| 12 | Geological Structures. Lab 11.Geological map and geological section | Examining sources | |
| 13 | Mass Movements. Lab 12. Geological map and geological section. | Examining sources | |
| 14 | The Hydrological Cycle. Lab 13. Geological map and geological section. | Examining sources | |
| 15 | Geological resources. Lab 14. Comparison of Magmatic, Metamorphic and Sedimentary rock samples | Examining sources | |
| 16 | Term Exams | Examining sources | |
| 17 | Term Exams | Examining sources |
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 | 2 | 28 |
| 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 | 16 | 16 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 78 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 3,12 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||