Information
| Unit | YUMURTALIK VOCATIONAL SCHOOL |
| Code | YOT145 |
| Name | Agricultural Ecology |
| Term | 2025-2026 Academic Year |
| Semester | 1. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-1 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 3 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2.5 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Ön Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Öğr. Gör.Dr. UĞUR KEKEÇ |
| Course Instructor |
Öğr. Gör.Dr. UĞUR KEKEÇ
(Güz)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
Investigation of ecological factors and determination of effect on agricultral activity.
Course Content
Ecology term,agricultural ecosystems,climate-agricultural relationship,precipitation and relationship soil structure with agricultral activity.
Course Precondition
None
Resources
Agricultural ecology lecture notes.
Notes
Ecology and Environmental Knowledge Book 978-975-06-2500-8 Anadolu University publication no: 3754, AÖF publication no: 2569 ESKISEHIR, September 2018.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | It states the definition of ecology, the subjects it studies, and the classification of ecological science. |
| LO02 | Knows the effect of ecological factors on characteristics such as growth, yield and quality in plants. |
| LO03 | List the abiotic and biotic factors. |
| LO04 | Indicates the effects of environmental pollution on agricultural ecology. |
| LO05 | Explains the effects of climatic factors on agricultural production. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Students explain the basic information about the agricultural production process, organic farming principles, production philosophy and basic information about the subject. | |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Students know whether the information they have learned in the field of organic agriculture is correct, reliable and up-to-date. | |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Students know developments in ecosystem, biodiversity and sustainable agriculture management, rural development, agricultural planning and agricultural technology use and their effects on human life. | 4 |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Students manage organic farming production activities in line with the provisions of the Organic Agriculture Law and the Regulation on the Principles and Implementation of Organic Agriculture. | |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Students can find solutions to the problems they may encounter during the production stages of the organic product until it reaches the final consumer. | |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Students can evaluate the problems in organic agriculture in accordance with the scientific research method (defining, analyzing, producing and applying solutions based on research and evidence). | |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Students fulfill their responsibilities in solving the problems they encounter in the field of organic agriculture both individually and as a team member. | |
| PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Students follow the developments related to their profession with the necessity of lifelong learning. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Students can use the knowledge gained through research and inquiry in the field of organic agriculture. | |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Students can produce projects with the awareness of social, cultural and ethical responsibility by interacting with people and institutions related to the field of organic agriculture. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Students know a foreign language at the A2 general level of the European Language Portfolio, who will be able to manage the communication process related to the profession and other fields. | |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Students can communicate verbally and in writing by using information and communication technologies along with computer software at the level required by the field of organic agriculture. | |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Students can apply the results obtained from the scientific research process related to the field of organic agriculture. | 2 |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Students perform their duties and responsibilities related to organic agriculture in accordance with scientific, cultural, ethical values and legal regulations. | |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Students have sufficient awareness of social justice, quality, cultural values, occupational health and safety in the field of organic agriculture. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to ecology and agricultural ecology | Related issues from the course materials should be read | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 2 | Ecological terms and definitions,ecosystems | Related issues from the course materials should be read | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 3 | Stress for agricultral production and enviroment factors | Related issues from the course materials should be read | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 4 | Relationship agriculture with climate | Related issues from the course materials should be read | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 5 | Effects of temperature and light on agricultural production | Related issues from the course materials should be read | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 6 | Drought and precipitation | Related issues from the course materials should be read | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 7 | Transpration and water use efficiency for crops | Related issues from the course materials should be read | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Students should repeat and study the topics covered until the exam. | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Ödev, Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Evaluating and explaining the midterm exam questions. | Related issues from the course materials should be read | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 10 | Winds and effects of agricultural production | Related issues from the course materials should be read | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 11 | Soil factors and relations agricultural production | Related issues from the course materials should be read | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 12 | Effects of the erosions on agricultural production and soil productitivity | Related issues from the course materials should be read | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 13 | Photosynthesis | Related issues from the course materials should be read | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 14 | Conventional agricultural system and Alternative agricultural system | Related issues from the course materials should be read | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 15 | Discussing the similarities and effects of agricultural ecology with organic farming | Related issues from the course materials should be read | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 16 | Term Exams | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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| 17 | Term Exams | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
Current term shares have not yet been determined. Shares of the previous term are shown.
| 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 | 1 | 14 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 75 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 3,00 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||