Information
Course Goal / Objective
To introduce the soil, soil formation conditions and soil physical, chemical and biological properties and soil protection issues to teach the basic knowledge to understand.
Course Content
To introduce the soil, soil formation conditions and soil physical, chemical and biological properties and covers the basic information on soil protection.This standard covers information on plant nutrition and fertilizers.
Course Precondition
None
Resources
Sağlam, M.T., 2005. Gübreler ve Gübreleme (Yedinci Baskı). Trakya Üniv. Tekirdağ Ziraat Fak. Yayın No: 149, Ders Kitabı No: 74, 363 sayfa, Tekirdağ
Notes
Soil Knowledge Aydemir, O., Akgül, M., Canbolat, M.Y. and Isildar, A.A. 2005. S. Demirel University Zra. fac. Publications
Course Learning Outcomes
Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
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LO01 | Learning the general composition of the soil and the origin of the soils. Recognizes the factors and processes that form soils. |
LO02 | Learning the basic physical and chemical properties of soils, soil organisms, their functions and importance in the soil. |
LO03 | Understands the definition and importance of erosion, explains basic information about precautions |
LO04 | Determines the soil layers |
LO05 | Definition of fertilizer and fertilization and classification of fertilizers. Explains the properties and usage purposes of fertilizers. |
LO06 | Defines fertilization methods, application times of fertilizers and application depths. |
LO07 | Discusses signs of deficiency of plant nutrients and ways to relieve symptoms |
LO08 | Gives examples of the points to be considered in the use of fertilizers |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
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PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains the theoretical and basic knowledge required for agricultural production. | 4 |
PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Discusses processes such as seed formation, production techniques, marketing and harvesting of different plant species. | |
PLO03 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | It gives examples about the ecological demands of different field and vegetable crops and their cultivation methods and breeding methods. | |
PLO04 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Performs agricultural production and obtaining seeds, quality analyzes related to them. | 2 |
PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Develops the ability to apply breeding methods in different plants. | |
PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Analyzes and interprets the data obtained | 2 |
PLO07 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Recognizes diseases and pests in plants and seeds and describes their control. | |
PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Determines the necessary methods and techniques by using the theoretical and applied knowledge gained. | 2 |
PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Coordinates plans and projects related to her field, takes responsibility individually and as a team | |
PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Explains the knowledge and skills acquired in the field | 2 |
PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Inquiry and have the competence to researchers | |
PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Learn to think analytically | |
PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Knowing the written and verbal communication rules and communicating effectively | |
PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Basic level have the ability to use English | |
PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Becomes competent to access information using computer and internet technologies | |
PLO16 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | To have legal control over certified seed seed production | |
PLO17 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Develops adequate awareness of environmental protection, occupational safety and health. | 2 |
PLO18 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Having the ability to plan, project, implement and manage the seed production areas in consideration of technical, technological and economical aspects | 4 |
Week Plan
Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
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1 | Explaining the structure of the soil and the events that make the soil | Lecture, discussion | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
2 | Explanation of climate, bedrock factors in soil formation | Lecture, discussion | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
3 | Formation and classification of soil minerals | Lecture, discussion | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
4 | Explanation of topography and organism factors in soil formation | Lecture, discussion | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
5 | Adopting the characteristics of pedogenic processes and soil profile, Demonstrating soil types and geographical distribution | Lecture, discussion | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
6 | To comprehend the importance of erosion and soil protection methods | Lecture, discussion | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
7 | Demonstration of soil structures with field studies | Lecture, discussion | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
8 | Mid-Term Exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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9 | Definition of fertilizer and fertilization, classification of fertilizers, Business fertilizers | Lecture, discussion | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
10 | Commercial fertilizers, nitrogen fertilizers, Phosphorus fertilizers, Potassium fertilizers | Lecture, discussion | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
11 | Phosphorus fertilizers, Potassium fertilizers | Lecture, discussion | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
12 | Deficiency symptoms of plant nutrients and ways to eliminate them | Lecture, discussion | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
13 | Points to be considered in the use of fertilizers | Lecture, discussion | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
14 | Fertilization methods | Lecture, discussion | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
15 | General principles of fertilization of fruit trees | Lecture, discussion | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
16 | Term Exams | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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17 | Term Exams | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
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Course Related Works | |||
Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 10 | 2 | 20 |
Assesment Related Works | |||
Homeworks, Projects, Others | 4 | 3 | 12 |
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Final Exam | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Total Workload (Hour) | 76 | ||
Total Workload / 25 (h) | 3,04 | ||
ECTS | 3 ECTS |