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| Code | SY027 |
| Name | The use and selection of probiotics in Aquaculture |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Semester | . Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-2 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Yüksek Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Miray ETYEMEZ BÜYÜKDEVECİ |
Course Goal / Objective
It is aimed to provide detailed information about probiotic microorganisms in aquaculture, to provide information about the selection criteria and application methods of probiotic microorganisms against fish pathogens, and to examine the role of probiotics used as functional feed additives in fish nutrition in the growth, immunity and disease resistance of fish.
Course Content
Definition of probiotics. Mechanisms of action of probiotics. Selection criteria of probiotic microorganisms. In vitro methods used in the production of probiotics. In vivo evaluation of potential probiotic effects on the host. Application methods of probiotics in aquaculture. Application doses of probiotics in aquaculture. Importance of probiotic applications for aquaculture. Probiotic applications in the control of fish diseases. Immune effects of probiotics on aquaculture. Evaluation of current research on the application of probiotics in aquaculture.
Course Precondition
None
Resources
Lecture Notes Austin, B. and Sharifuzzaman, S.M. (2022). Probiotics in Aquaculture. Springer, Dordrecht. Merrifield, D. L., & Ringo, E. (Eds.). (2014). Aquaculture nutrition: gut health, probiotics and prebiotics. John Wiley & Sons. Elumalai, P., Soltani, M., & Lakshmi, S. (Eds.). (2023). Immunomodulators in Aquaculture and Fish Health. CRC Press.
Notes
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Defines the concept of probiotic microorganisms for aquatic organisms |
| LO02 | Gains knowledge of the mode of action of probiotics on host species |
| LO03 | Explains and applies the methods of selection criteria used in probiotic isolation and acquisition. |
| LO04 | Gains the ability to apply the methods by which the effects on the fish are evaluated in probiotic applications through diet |
| LO05 | Gain basic knowledge about the effect of probiotics on fish growth performance, immune system and against diseases |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Improves and deepens the institutional and practical knowledge in Aquaculture and Diseases | 3 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Comprehend the interdisciplinary interaction related to the field of expertise | 2 |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Synthesizes and produces new theories with theoretical and practical knowledge specialized in Aquaculture and Diseases Departments. | 3 |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | It collects data about the subjects that it specializes in Aquaculture and Diseases Departments, evaluates the results, establishes cause and effect relationship and produces solutions. | 3 |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Plans and conducts a study that requires expertise in Aquaculture and Diseases alone. It contributes to the solution of the problems that may occur as a specialist or as an individual or ancillary researcher and takes responsibility. | 2 |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | It reaches and uses resources related to Aquaculture and Diseases. | 2 |
| PLO07 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Transmits the developments related to Aquaculture and Diseases in written, oral and visual form. | |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | He / she establishes written and verbal communication about the subject that he / she specializes in and he / she follows the meetings and seminars. | 2 |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | She/He develops strategy, policy and implementation plans in the fields of Aquaculture and Diseases, of which she/he is an expert, and evaluates the results obtained within the framework of total quality management processes. Uses the knowledge and experience gained in the fields of Aquaculture and Diseases, problem solving and/or application skills in interdisciplinary studies. | 2 |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Develops a positive attitude towards lifelong learning. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Gains the competence to develop plans and design proposals sensitive to society, space and nature for different types of production. | 2 |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | She/he gains the ability to develop and deepen her knowledge in the fields of Aquaculture and Diseases, in which she/he is an expert. | 2 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Definition and history of probiotics | Reading the lecture notes and related resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 2 | Probiotic mechanisms of action | Reading the lecture notes and related resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 3 | Criteria for Probiotic Selection | Reading the lecture notes and related resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 4 | Invitro methods used in the production of probiotics | Reading the lecture notes and related resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 5 | In vivo evaluation of potential probiotic effects on the host. | Reading the lecture notes and related resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 6 | Probiotic application doses in aquaculture | Reading the lecture notes and related resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 7 | Midterm homework , general repetition | Studying for exam | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Studying for exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | The importance of probiotic applications for aquaculture | Reading the lecture notes and related resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 10 | Effects of probiotics on the immune system of aquatic organisms | Reading the lecture notes and related resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 11 | Application of probiotic for the diseases control in fish | Reading the lecture notes and related resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 12 | Commercially available probiotic products for aquaculture | Ders notlarının ve ilgili kaynakların okunması | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 13 | Reliability assessments of probiotics in fish nutrition | Reading the lecture notes and related resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 14 | Evaluation of current research on the application of probiotics in aquaculture | Reading the lecture notes and related resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma |
| 15 | general repetition | Studying for exam | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 16 | Term Exams | Studying for exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | Studying for exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 4 | 56 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 4 | 56 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 2 | 15 | 30 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 162 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 6,48 | ||
| ECTS | 6 ECTS | ||