| Course Description |
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| Course Name |
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Environmental Biotechnology |
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| Course Code |
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BT-516 |
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| Course Type |
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Optional |
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| Level of Course |
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Second Cycle |
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| Year of Study |
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1 |
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| Course Semester |
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Spring (16 Weeks) |
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| ECTS |
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6 |
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| Name of Lecturer(s) |
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Prof.Dr. BELGİN BAYAT
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| Learning Outcomes of the Course |
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Knows biological treatment processes and the use of bioreactors applying biological treatment for various environmental problems
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| Mode of Delivery |
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Face-to-Face |
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| Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites |
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None |
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| Recommended Optional Programme Components |
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None |
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| Aim(s) of Course |
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The objective of this course is to understand the practical aspects of the environmental biochemistry, biokinetic and bioprocesses on bioreactors used in Environmental Engineering. |
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| Course Contents |
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In this course, biological treatment processes and the use of bioreactors applying biological treatment for various environmental problems are explained.
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| Language of Instruction |
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Turkish |
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| Work Place |
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Classroom |
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Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities |
| Week | Subject | Student's Preliminary Work | Learning Activities and Teaching Methods |
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1 |
Sludge Stabilization |
Reading, Homework and web based training |
Lecture, Slide projection and Discussion |
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2 |
Sludge Stabilization |
Reading, Homework and web based training |
Lecture, Slide projection and Discussion |
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3 |
Removal of Nutrients |
Reading and Homework and web based training |
Lecture, Slide projection and Discussion |
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4 |
Removal of Nutrients |
Reading and Homework and web based training |
Lecture, Slide projection and Discussion |
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5 |
Biodegretation |
Reading and Homework and web based training |
Lecture, Slide projection and Discussion |
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6 |
Bioremoval |
Reading and Homework and web based training |
Lecture, Slide projection and Discussion |
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7 |
Bioremoval |
Reading and Homework and web based training |
Lecture, Slide projection and Discussion |
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8 |
Biosorption |
Reading and Homework and web based training |
Lecture, Slide projection and Discussion |
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9 |
Mid-term Exam |
Reading and Homework and web based training |
Presentation |
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10 |
Biosorption |
Reading and Homework and web based training |
Lecture, Slide projection and Discussion |
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11 |
Biocomposting |
Reading and Homework and web based training |
Lecture, Slide projection and Discussion |
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12 |
Biocomposting |
Reading and Homework and web based training |
Lecture, Slide projection and Discussion |
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13 |
Biological Treatment of Flue Gases |
Reading and Homework and web based training |
Lecture, Slide projection and Discussion |
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14 |
Biological Treatment of Flue Gases |
Reading and Homework and web based training |
Lecture, Slide projection and Discussion |
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15 |
Practises |
Reading and Homework and web based training |
Lecture, Slide projection and Discussion |
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16/17 |
Final Exam |
Reading and Homework and web based training |
Written Exam |
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Required Course Resources |
| Resource Type | Resource Name |
| Recommended Course Material(s) |
 İleri R., 2000. Environmental Biotechnology, Değişim Publications, ADAPAZARI.
Muslu Y., 2000. Unit Processes with Solutions of Problems, İ.T.Ü. Faculty of Civil Engineering Publications, İSTANBUL.
Metcallf and Eddy (Eds.) 1991( 3rd. edt.). Wastewater Engineering- Treatment, Disposal and Reuse, McGraw-Hill Publications,SINGAPORE.
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| Required Course Material(s) | |
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| Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes |
| # | Key Learning Outcome | Contribution* |
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1 |
Evaluates and directs his level of learning in the field of knowledge and skills with his expert level critically. |
5 |
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2 |
Transfers current developments in the field of his work, supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data, systematically to the area outside of the field, written, orally and visually. |
5 |
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3 |
Follows national and international publications and attends social interactions and scientific studies in international level, communicates in at least in one foreign language in order to share studies on international base. |
4 |
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4 |
Uses advanced information and communication technologies along with the required level of their computer software. |
4 |
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5 |
Uses the knowledge in his field for problem solving and / or practical skills in interdisciplinary studies. |
5 |
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6 |
Improves common knowledge accumulation concerning the Biotechnology in the frame of basic theory and practices. |
5 |
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7 |
Is aware of scientific, ethical and social values and handles research process with this frame. |
5 |
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8 |
Handles theories, hypothesis, opinions in the field of Biotechnology with an objective sceptic, logical, analytical manner and evaluates them in critical point of view. |
5 |
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9 |
Gains comprehensive information about natural and applied sciences and its limits with modern techniques and methods applied. |
5 |
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10 |
Improves and increases the knowledge to an expert level in the field of biotechnology |
5 |
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11 |
Understands the interdisciplinary interaction associated with biotechnology. |
5 |
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12 |
Integrates and interprets the knowledge from different disciplines by his expertrise in biology and generate new information |
5 |
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13 |
Analizes the problems encountered in the field of research methods. |
5 |
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14 |
Carries out a study requiring expertise in the field independently. |
5 |
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15 |
Developes new strategic approaches and takes resposibility for analitical solutions for unpredictable complicated problems encountered in applications related to biotechnology. |
5 |
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16 |
Demonstrates leadership in the required environment to solve problems associated with biotechnology. |
5 |
| * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum). |
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