| Course Description |
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| Course Name |
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Soilless Culture Techniques |
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| Course Code |
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BB-550 |
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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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Assoc.Prof.Dr. HAYRİYE YILDIZ DAŞGAN
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| Learning Outcomes of the Course |
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Obtains conceptual and theoretical knowledge about soilless plant growing.
Gains sufficient knowledge and practice in order to manage any research or commercial soilless growing systems.
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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 teach the principles of soilless plant growing and its components. |
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| Course Contents |
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Classification of soilless culture systems, hydroponics, open and closed (re-cycling) systems, organic and inorganic substrates, nutrient solution preparation, advantages and disadvantages of soilless culture are covered in the lecture. Also, different soilless systems with different plant species are investigated. |
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| Language of Instruction |
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Turkish |
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| Work Place |
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Classroom of greenhouse the Horticultural Department |
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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 and classification of hydroponic cultivation |
Reading course notes and related resources |
Theoretical aspects are discussed in an interactive classroom environment. |
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2 |
The advantages and disadvantages of soilless growing |
Reading course notes and related resources |
Theoretical aspects are discussed in an interactive classroom environment. |
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3 |
Open and closed (re-cycling) soilless growing systems |
Reading course notes and related resources |
Theoretical aspects are discussed in an interactive classroom environment. Applications are made in the greenhouse |
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4 |
Organic and inorganic (inert) substrates -1 |
Reading course notes and related resources |
Theoretical aspects are discussed in an interactive classroom environment. Applications are made in the greenhouse |
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5 |
Organic and inorganic (inert) substrates - 2 |
Reading course notes and related resources. |
Theoretical aspects are discussed in an interactive classroom environment. Applications are made in the greenhouse |
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6 |
The principles of the substrates cultures (bag, pot, pillow etc.) |
Reading course notes and related resources |
Theoretical aspects are discussed in an interactive classroom environment. Applications are made in the greenhouse |
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7 |
The principles of the substrates cultures (column, floor etc.) |
Reading course notes and related resources |
Theoretical aspects are discussed in an interactive classroom environment. Applications are made in the greenhouse |
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8 |
MIDTERM EXAM |
Studying the related lecture notes and recommended sources |
Written exam |
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9 |
The principles of the hydroponics |
Reading course notes and related resources |
Theoretical aspects are discussed in an interactive classroom environment. Applications are made in the greenhouse |
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10 |
Preparation of the nutrient solution and applying to the plants -1 |
Reading course notes and related resources |
Theoretical aspects are discussed in an interactive classroom environment. Applications are made in the greenhouse |
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11 |
Preparation of the nutrient solution and applying to the plants - 2 |
Reading course notes and related resources |
Theoretical aspects are discussed in an interactive classroom environment. Applications are made in the greenhouse |
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12 |
Investigation of a sample soilless growing systems I (NFT growing) |
Reading course notes and related resources |
Theoretical aspects are discussed in an interactive classroom environment. Applications are made in the greenhouse |
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13 |
Investigation of a sample soilless growing systems II (Rockwool culture) |
Reading course notes and related resources |
Theoretical aspects are discussed in an interactive classroom environment. Applications are made in the greenhouse |
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14 |
Investigation of a sample soilless growing systems III (Volcanic tuff growing |
Reading course notes and related resources |
Theoretical aspects are discussed in an interactive classroom environment. Applications are made in the greenhouse |
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15 |
Investigation of a sample soilless growing systems IV (Aeroponics growing) |
Reading course notes and related resources |
Theoretical aspects are discussed in an interactive classroom environment. Applications are made in the greenhouse |
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16/17 |
FINAL EXAM |
Studing all the lecture notes and recommended sources |
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Required Course Resources |
| Resource Type | Resource Name |
| Recommended Course Material(s) |
 Prepared using different sources, enriched, and is constantly being updated with pictures
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| Required Course Material(s) |
Resh, H.M., 1995. Hydroponic food Production. A Definitive Guidebook for the Advanced Home Gardener and the Commercial Hydroponic Grower. Woodbridge Pres Pblishing Company, Santa Barbara, Californis USA. ISBN: 0-88007-212-1
Jones, J. Benton, 2005. Hydroponics: A Practical guide fort he Soilless Grower. CRC PRess, USA. ISBN: 0-8493-3167-6
Douglas, J.S., 1990. Advanced Guise to Hydroponics (Soilless Culture). Pelham Boks/Stephen Grene Pres. ISBN : 0-7207-1571-7
Savvas, D. And Passam, H., 2002. Hydroponics Production of Vegetables and Ornementals. Embryo Publications, Ethens Greece. ISBN: 960-8002-12-5
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| Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes |
| # | Key Learning Outcome | Contribution* |
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1 |
Developing and improving the horticultural knowledge to professional level based on the bachelors degree qualifications |
5 |
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2 |
Understanding the horticulture and the interaction between the related disciplines |
4 |
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3 |
Solving problems by research methods and establishing cause-effect relationship |
5 |
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4 |
Using the theoretical and practical knowledge of Horticulture, supporting the related up to date progress with the quantitative and qualitative data, combining and interpreting the information and data obtained from different disciplines and developing new information and theories by synthesis. |
3 |
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5 |
Carrying out a study individually that requires professional knowledge in Horticulture |
5 |
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6 |
Analytically approaching in order to solve unpredictable and complex problems encountered in applications related to Horticulture, planning the research process, producing solutions by taking responsibility and evaluating-defending the obtained results |
5 |
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7 |
Leading in the situations when solving problems related to horticulture is necessary |
5 |
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8 |
Entering database related to horticulture, utilizing those sources and self-updating. |
4 |
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9 |
Evaluating the knowledge and skills in horticulture by criticism and directing their own learning process |
4 |
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10 |
Presenting their studies, developments of their expertise topic and research results by orally, written and taking advantage of visual equipments |
2 |
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11 |
Using software related to horticulture sufficiently and using information and communication technologies in advanced level |
4 |
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12 |
Obtaining data by scientific methods in order to solve a problem related to horticulture, establishing and interpreting the data by considering the scientific and ethical values |
5 |
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13 |
Using the assimilated horticultural knowledge in interdisciplinary studies, explaining, presenting and evaluating |
5 |
| * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum). |
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