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Course Description Course Name : Introduction To Plant Breeding Course Code : TBP210 Course Type : Compulsory Level of Course : First Cycle Year of Study : 2 Course Semester : Spring (16 Weeks) ECTS : 4 Name of Lecturer(s) : Prof.Dr. TACETTİN YAĞBASANLAR Prof.Dr. HAKAN ÖZKAN Learning Outcomes of the Course : Comprehends plant breeding in self-pollinated and cross-pollinated species Learns the application fields of plant breeding Learns the techniques of hybridization in field crops Comprehends the principles of plant genetics and breeding Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : To teach basic concept, principles and methodologies Course Contents : This lesson contains introduction to concept of plant breeding, plant breeding methods in self-pollinated species, plant breeding cross-pollinated species, breeding for heterosis polyploidy in plant breeding, the single seed descent methods, biotechnology in plant breeding, breeding for resistance to diseases and insect pests andp breeder rights . Language of Instruction : Turkish Work Place : Class   Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods 1 Introduction to concept of plant breeding Reading lecture topic from the course book and the articles about the topic Explaining the lecture topic by power point presentation and discussion. 2 Classic methods of plant breeding plant breeding self-pollinated species mass selection Reading lecture topic from the course book and the articles about the topic Explaining the lecture topic by power point presentation and discussion. 3 Classic methods of plant breeding plant breeding self-pollinated species cross breeding Reading lecture topic from the course book and the articles about the topic Explaining the lecture topic by power point presentation and discussion. 4 Classic methods of plant breeding plant breeding self-pollinated species – backcross method Reading lecture topic from the course book and the papers about the topic Explaining the lecture topic by power point presentation and discussion. 5 Classic methods of plant breeding / Plant breeding cross-pollinated species – mass selection / recurrent seleksiyon Reading lecture topic from the course book and the papers about the topic Explaining the lecture topic by power point presentation and discussion. 6 Breeding for heterosis Reading lecture topic from the course book and the papers about the topic Explaining the lecture topic by power point presentation and discussion. 7 Breeding for heterosis Reading lecture topic from the course book and the papers about the topic Explaining the lecture topic by power point presentation and discussion. 8 Mutation breeding and homework will be given on this topic Reading lecture topic from the course book and the papers about the topic Explaining the lecture topic by power point presentation and discussion. 9 Polyploidy in plant breeding Reading lecture topic from the course book and the papers about the topic Explaining the lecture topic by power point presentation and discussion. 10 Mid term examination Preparation for the examination Written exam 11 The single seed descent methods Reading lecture topic from the course book and the papers about the topic Explaining the lecture topic by power point presentation and discussion. 12 Biotechnology in plant breeding tissues culture Reading lecture topic from the course book and the papers about the topic Explaining the lecture topic by power point presentation and discussion. 13 Biotechnology in plant breeding molecular techniques Reading lecture topic from the course book and the papers about the topic Explaining the lecture topic by power point presentation and discussion. 14 Breeding for resistance to diseases and insect pests Reading lecture topic from the course book and the papers about the topic Explaining the lecture topic by power point presentation and discussion. 15 Plant breeder rights Reading lecture topic from the course book and the papers about the topic Explaining the lecture topic by power point presentation and discussion. 16/17 Final examination Preparation for the examination Written exam   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  GENÇ, İ., YAĞBASANLAR, T. 2012. Bitki Islahı, Ç.Ü. Ziraat Fakültesi Genel Yayın No:59, Kitap Yayın No:A-13, Adana Required Course Material(s)   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 60     Homeworks/Projects/Others 4 40 Total 100 Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40   Final Assessments 100 Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60 Total 100   Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes # Key Learning Outcome Contribution* 1 Has knowledge about agricultural engineering as well as agronomy and breeding of field crops. 4 2 Determines and solves the problems related to agricultural engineering as well as agronomy and breeding of field crops. 4 3 Graduates gain abilty to synthetize the basic concepts related to the field crops. 4 4 Rrecognises problems related to agricultural engineering,makes decisions and takes initiative to solve the problems. 0 5 Gains knowledge about sustainable agriculture, protection of environment and natural sources, biodiversity and conservation of genetic sources. 4 6 Gains ability to optimize the plant production by sustainable use of natural resources. 4 7 Learns basic principles of breeding and biotechnology of field crops. 5 8 Chooses and uses modern technical equipments for the agricultural engineering applications as well as for the applications in the agronomy and breeding of field crops. 4 9 Gains ability to establish suitable research experiments for the purpose and the ability to interpret its results by scientific methods. 4 10 Works both individually and in a team. 0 11 Internalizes the necessity of lifelong learning. 0 12 Has an effective and healthy communication in his fıeld and use communication technologies. 0 13 Improve themselves consistently by determining educational requirements in scientific, cultural and social areas depending on their abilities,besides their career development 0 14 Shows respect to job ethic. 1 15 Becomes competent in the legislation and management systems related to agricultural engineering. 0 16 Becomes proficient in doing, applying, managing and monitoring plans and projects about agricultural engineering 4 17 Evaluates the learned knowledge by analytical and critical approach. 3 * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).   Student Workload - ECTS Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour) Course Related Works     Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 2 28     Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 2 28 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 4 6 24     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 10 10     Final Exam 1 10 10 Total Workload: 100 Total Workload / 25 (h): 4 ECTS Credit: 4