ARCHITECTURE | |||||
Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 |
Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
MBG4052 | Plant Biology and Genetics | Fall | 3 | 0 | 3 | 6 |
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester. |
Language of instruction: | English |
Type of course: | Non-Departmental Elective |
Course Level: | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
Course Coordinator : | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ELIZABETH HEMOND |
Course Objectives: | The objective of this course is to introduce the basic concepts in the areas of plant biology and plant genetics. Also, the latest improvements and important technologies used in plant biotechnology will be discussed. |
The students who have succeeded in this course; 1. Define how the system works in plants. 2. Discuss the structure, physiology and development of plants. 3. Recognize the importance of plant diversity. 4. Define plant genetics and breeding. 5. Define plant biotechnology. 6. Discuss the latest improvements in plant science. 7. Discuss the importance of plants for the world. |
An introductory course on plant sciences and genetics, including topics on plant structure, physiology and development as well as subjects related with plant genetics and biotechnology. |
Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
1) | Introduction | |
2) | Plant structure and function I | |
3) | Plant structure and function II | |
4) | Plant physiology | |
5) | Plant growth and development | |
6) | Plant reproduction | |
7) | Plant diversity | |
8) | Overview | |
9) | Plant genetics: Introduction | |
10) | Special topics in plant genetics | |
11) | Advances in plant genetics | |
12) | Plant breeding and propagation | |
13) | Plant biotechnology I | |
14) | Plant biotechnology II |
Course Notes / Textbooks: | Course notes will be supplied |
References: | 1) Plant, genes and crop biotechnology, Chrispeels MJ and Sadava DE,2nd edition, 2003, Johns and Bartlett Publishers Inc., ISBN 0-7637-1586-7. 2) Introductory plant biology, Kingsley R Stern, James E Bidlack, and Shelley H Jansky, 12th edition, 2011, McGraw-Hill Higher Education, ISBN: 0073040525. 3) Plant Biotechnology and genetics: Principles, techniques and applications, Stewart CN, 2008, Wiley and Sons. NJ. |
Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
Attendance | 1 | % 5 |
Presentation | 1 | % 20 |
Midterms | 1 | % 25 |
Final | 1 | % 50 |
Total | % 100 | |
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 50 | |
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 50 | |
Total | % 100 |
Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
Study Hours Out of Class | 14 | 8 | 112 |
Presentations / Seminar | 1 | 2 | 2 |
Final | 1 | 2 | 2 |
Total Workload | 158 |
No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
1) | Using the theoretical/conceptual and practical knowledge acquired for architectural design, design activities and research. | |
2) | Identifying, defining and effectively discussing aesthetic, functional and structural requirements for solving design problems using critical thinking methods. | |
3) | Being aware of the diversity of social patterns and user needs, values and behavioral norms, which are important inputs in the formation of the built environment, at local, regional, national and international scales. | |
4) | Gaining knowledge and skills about architectural design methods that are focused on people and society, sensitive to natural and built environment in the field of architecture. | |
5) | Gaining skills to understand the relationship between architecture and other disciplines, to be able to cooperate, to develop comprehensive projects; to take responsibility in independent studies and group work. | |
6) | Giving importance to the protection of natural and cultural values in the design of the built environment by being aware of the responsibilities in terms of human rights and social interests. | |
7) | Giving importance to sustainability in the solution of design problems and the use of natural and artificial resources by considering the social, cultural and environmental issues of architecture. | |
8) | Being able to convey and communicate all kinds of conceptual and practical thoughts related to the field of architecture by using written, verbal and visual media and information technologies. | |
9) | Gaining the ability to understand and use technical information about building technology such as structural systems, building materials, building service systems, construction systems, life safety. | |
10) | Being aware of legal and ethical responsibilities in design and application processes. |