PLANT AND SOİL ANALYZES PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
LTP207	PLANT AND SOİL ANALYZES	3	4	3	4

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	ASSOCIATE DEGREE, TYY: + 5.Level, EQF-LLL: 5.Level, QF-EHEA: Short Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Lecturer ECEM BAYKAL ALPASLAN
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. SEÇİL KIRLANGIÇ ATAŞEN
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	This course aims to provide knowledge about plants and soil and their spesific properties, collecting soil samples, plant metabolism, soil species and fertilizers.
Contents of the Course Unit:	This lecture contains those topics; soil materials, decomposition in soil formation, soil formation factors, soil profile, physical properties of soil, soil minerals, chemical properties of the soil, soil fertility, classification of soils, structure of the plants, plant nutrients, fertilization, fertilizer types.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Defines main structure and types of soil.
Defines essential nutrients of plants.
Applies collecting, analysing and explicating tasks of soil samples.
Applies mineral-matter searching tests in soil and plants samples.
Defines fertilizers and their properties.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Literature research	Main structure and compounds of soil	Lecture, question and answer, practise.
2	Literature research	Overview of soil analysis	Lecture, question and answer, practise.
3	Literature research	Chemical features of soil	Lecture, question and answer, practise.
4	Literature research	Collecting soil samples and preparing for analysis	Lecture, question and answer, practise.
5	Literature research	Determination methods of lime, pH and conductivity of soil	Lecture, question and answer, practise.
6	Literature research	Determination of organic compounds, N and N compounds in soil	Lecture, question and answer, practise.
7	Literature research	Determination methods of P, S, K, Mg and micro-elements of soil	Lecture, question and answer, practise.
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Literature research	Overview of plant analyzes	Lecture, question and answer, practise..
10	Literature research	Collecting plant samples and preparing for analysis	Lecture, question and answer, practise.
11	Literature research	Determination of ash in plant samples and burning methods	Lecture, question and answer, practise.
12	Literature research	Determination of N, P, K, Ca, Mg, S in plant samples	Lecture, question and answer, practise.
13	Literature research	Determination of Fe, Mn, Zn, Cu, B, Mo in Plant Samples	Lecture, question and answer, practise.
14	Literature research	Determination of Cl, Ni, Al, Co, Se, Si, Na, V in plant samples	Lecture, question and answer, practise.
15	Literature research	Benefits, types and risks of pesticides	Lecture, question and answer, practise.
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Kaçar, B. (2014). Kolay Uygulanabilir Bitki Analizleri - Bitki, Toprak ve Gübre Analizleri: 2. İstanbul: Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık.
Kaçar, B. (2013). Temel Gübre Bilgisi. İstanbul: Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık.
Küçüker, O. 82015). Bitki Morfolojisi Sporlu ve Tohumlu Bitkilerin Evrimi ile Temel Morfolojik Konular. İstanbul: Nobel Tıp Kitabevi.
Kaya, A., Beker Akbulut, G. ve Murathan, Z.T. (2016). Meslek Yüksekokulları İçin Bitki Fizyolojisi. İstanbul: Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık.
Dane, J.H. and Topp, G.C. (2002). Methods of Soil Analysis: Part 4 Physical Methods. Soil Science Society of America

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They have basic theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of laboratory science.						5
2	They have a minimum technical infrastructure in basic mathematics and science subjects.					4
3	They acquire the ability to effectively collect data through efficient sampling, experiments, and analysis, and to interpret and evaluate the obtained data.					4
4	They are aware of the fundamental concepts related to quality assurance and quality management systems, and they can conduct work in accordance with the importance of the quality control process within total quality management.		1

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They have knowledge of ethical principles and rules related to their field.			2

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They possess the capability to generate original ideas that can respond to the demands and advancements in the laboratory sector, as well as the ability to conduct research and development (R&D) activities.			2

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They interpret and evaluate data using the basic level of knowledge and skills acquired in their field, identify problems, analyze them, and participate/take responsibility in planned activities for solving them.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They have the ability to work independently.		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They acquire an awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning and gain an understanding of keeping up with developments in science and technology, as well as continually renewing themselves.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They are respectful towards historical values and possess social responsibility awareness.	0
2	They understand the necessity of teamwork and engage in team collaboration when needed.			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They are knowledgeable about laboratory technology and proficiently utilize laboratory instruments and equipment in an appropriate and effective manner.						5
2	They can conduct analyses of food, water, plants, soil, chemicals, microbiological samples, and medical materials.						5
3	They have sufficient awareness regarding individual and public health, environmental protection, and occupational safety.					4
4	They act in accordance with laws, regulations, legislation, and professional ethical standards regarding their duties, rights, and responsibilities as an individual.				3

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	14	4	56
Preliminary & Further Study	1	2	2
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	14	2	28
Reading	2	2	4
Assignment (Homework)	0	0	0
Project Work	0	0	0
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	0	0	0
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	1	4	4
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	3	3
Short Exam	2	1	2
Preparation for the Short Exam	2	1	2
TOTAL	39	0	103