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| Course Description |
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| Course Name |
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Marine Algae |
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| Course Code |
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ST-526 |
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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. SEVİM POLAT
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| Learning Outcomes of the Course |
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defines the marine algae
Taxonomically sorts the marine algae
Explains the general features of algae groups
Lists the important characteristics of species used in taxonomic distinction
Explains the role of marine algae on marine production
Summarizes the relation of marine algae with upper trophic levels
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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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To know marine algae and their general properties and taxonomy, To gain basic information about important characteristics of marine algae used in taxonomic distinction To understand their role in marine production |
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| Course Contents |
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In this course taxonomy of marine algae, examination of marine algae according to taxonomic order, general features of groups and detailed examination of cell structure, reproduction and ecological distribution, characteristics used in taxonomic distinction of species are taught with theoretical lessons and laboratory practice , the role of algae in marine production and their relationships with higher trophic levels are taught
and discussed. |
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| Language of Instruction |
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Turkish |
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| Work Place |
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Classroom of Faculty of Fisheries and laboratories, University of Çukurova |
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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 |
Definition of marine algae |
Reading of information related to course |
Lecture |
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2 |
Examination of marine algae according to taxonomic order |
Reading the lecture notes and related resources |
Lecture, discussion |
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3 |
Examination of marine algae according to taxonomic order |
Reading the lecture notes and related resources, preparation for laboratory practice |
Lecture,demonstratation, laboratory practice |
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4 |
Investigation of criteria used in taxomonic distinction |
Reading the lecture notes and related resources, preparation for laboratory practice |
Lecture,demonstratation, laboratory practice |
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5 |
Investigation of criteria used in taxomonic distinction |
Reading the lecture notes and related resources |
Lecture,demonstratation, laboratory practice |
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6 |
Cell structure of marine algae |
Reading the lecture notes and related resources |
Lecture,demonstratation, field work |
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7 |
Nutrition, reproduction and other physiological properties of algae |
Reading the lecture notes and related resources |
Lecture,demonstratation |
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8 |
Midterm Exam |
Studying for midterm exam |
Lecture,demonstratation |
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9 |
Nutrition, reproduction and other physiological properties of algae |
Reading the lecture notes and related resources, browsing the the articles |
Lecture,demonstratation, laboratory practice |
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10 |
Ecology of marine algae |
Reading the lecture notes and related resources, browsing the the articles |
Lecture,demonstratation |
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11 |
Ecology of marine algae |
Reading the lecture notes and related resources, preparation for homework |
Lecture,demonstratation |
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12 |
Role and importance of marine algae in marine production |
Reading the lecture notes and related resources, preparation for homework |
Lecture, discussion |
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13 |
Role and importance of marine algae in marine production |
Reading the lecture notes and related resources |
Lecture, discussion |
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14 |
The relations of marine algae with upper trophic levels |
Reading the lecture notes and related resources |
Lecture, discussion |
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15 |
The relations of marine algae with upper trophic levels |
Reading the lecture notes and related resources |
Lecture, discussion |
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16/17 |
Final exam |
Studying for final exam |
Final exam |
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Required Course Resources |
| Resource Type | Resource Name |
| Recommended Course Material(s) |
 SCHNEIDER, C. W., SEARLES, R. B., CHILD J.S. 1991. Seaweed of the Southestern
United States, Publisher Duke University Press, 553p.
LITTER, D.S., LITTER M.M., BUCER K.E., NORRIS J.N. 1989. Marine Plants of the
Carribean,A Field Guide From Florida to Brazil, Smithsonian Inst. Press
Washington, D.C., 263p.
CAMPBELL, A.C. 1982. The Hamlyn Guide to the Flora and Fauna of the Mediterranean
Sea. Hamlyn Publish., London,320 p.
ALEEM, A. A. 1993. The Marine Algae of Alexandria, Egypt. Alexandria, 138 pp, 55pl.
TOMAS C.R. 1997. Identifying Marine Phytoplankton, New York: Academic
Press, 858 p.
RICARD M. 1987. Atlas Du Phytoplancton Marin, Vol.II, Diatomophycees Editions
Du Centre National De la Resherche Scientifique, Paris.
FENSOME R.A., TAYLOR F.J.R., NORRIS G., SARJEANT W.A.S., WHARTON
D.I., WILLIAMS GL.1993. A Classification of Living and Fossil Dinoflagellates, Hanover: Sheridan Press, 351 p.
POLAT, S., Lecture Notes of Marine Algae.
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| Required Course Material(s) | |
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Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria |
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Semester/Year Assessments |
Number |
Contribution Percentage |
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Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) |
1 |
60 |
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Homeworks/Projects/Others |
2 |
40 |
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Total |
100 |
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Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success |
40 |
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Final Assessments
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100 |
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Rate of Final Assessments to Success
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60 |
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Total |
100 |
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| Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes |
| # | Key Learning Outcome | Contribution* |
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1 |
Improves theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of Marine and Inland Water Biology and Fisheries Basic Sciences. |
3 |
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2 |
Comprehends interactions between Fisheries Basic Sciences and other disciplines. |
2 |
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3 |
Determines strategies and investigates methods about their field of study in Fisheries Basic Science. |
1 |
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4 |
Produces new information and theories by interpreting and synthesising the information from other disciplines and uses the theoretical and practical information from their field of study in Fisheries Basic Science. |
2 |
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5 |
Collects data, interprets results and suggests solutions by using dialectic research methodology in the certain field of Marine and Inland Water Biology and Fisheries Basic Sciences. |
2 |
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6 |
Independently plans, designs and performs a certain project in the field of Fisheries Basic Sciences. |
1 |
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7 |
Produces solutions by improving new strategic approaches and taking responsibilities for the potential problems in the field of study as an individual or team member. |
1 |
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8 |
Determines the requirements for Fishery Basic Science education, reaches the resources, critically interpretes knowledge and skills and gains experience to direct the education. |
2 |
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9 |
Has positive stance on the lifelong education and uses it for the public benefit by using the gained theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of Marine and Inland Water Biology and Fisheries Basic Sciences. |
3 |
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10 |
Follows the current topics and improvements in the field of Fisheries Basic Sciences, publishes and presents the research results, contributes to constitution of a public conscience in the field of interest. |
3 |
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11 |
Effectively communicates about the field of Marine and Inland Water Biology and Fisheries Basic Sciences by using written and oral presentation tools, follows up and criticizes the meetings and seminars. |
2 |
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12 |
Follows up international publications and communicates with international collaborators by using language skills. |
1 |
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13 |
Uses the communication and information technologies about the field of interest in an advanced level. |
1 |
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14 |
Conforms, controls and teaches social, cultural and scientific ethics in the investigation and publication process of the data related with the field of interest. |
0 |
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15 |
Improves strategies, politics and application codes by following scientific and technological developments on the certain field of Marine and Inland Water Biology and Fisheries Basic Sciences. Investigates and extends the results on behalf of public in frame of total quality management process. |
3 |
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16 |
Uses the abilities and experiences on applications and solving problems that gained during the MSc education for the interdisciplinary studies. |
3 |
| * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum). |
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| Student Workload - ECTS |
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Total Workload (Hour) |
| Course Related Works |
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Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) |
14 |
4 |
56 |
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Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) |
14 |
3 |
42 |
| Assesment Related Works |
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Homeworks, Projects, Others |
2 |
10 |
20 |
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Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) |
1 |
10 |
10 |
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Final Exam |
1 |
20 |
20 |
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Total Workload: | 148 |
| Total Workload / 25 (h): | 5.92 |
| ECTS Credit: | 6 |
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