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Course Description Course Name : Insect Synthetic Diets and Their Preparation Course Code : BY-527 Course Type : Optional Level of Course : Second Cycle Year of Study : 1 Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks) ECTS : 6 Name of Lecturer(s) : Asst.Prof.Dr. MEHMET SULANÇ Learning Outcomes of the Course : Understands the structure and function of synthetic nutrients Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : BY-527 Insect Synthetic Diets and Their Preparation Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : Meridic and holidic food preparation techniques developed for insects Course Contents : Meridic and Holidic nutrients concepts, preparation techniques of nutrient ingredients, praparation techniques of laboratory conditions and sterilization of experiment material. Comparative analysis of Holidic and Meridic nutrients some generalizations about synthetic nutrients. Language of Instruction : Turkish Work Place : Classroom   Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods 1 Nutritional requirements of insects Literature review Lecture, discussion 2 The general requirements of insects Literature review Lecture, discussion 3 Qualitative and Quantitative nutritional needs maintenance Literature review Lecture, discussion 4 Important generalizations and concepts Literature review Lecture, discussion 5 Synthetic dıet preparation techniques Literature review Lecture, discussion 6 According to the nutritional needs polyphagia and monofaj species Literature review Lecture, discussion 7 Holidic and nutrients Meridic Literature review Lecture, discussion 8 mid-term exam Literature review Lecture, discussion 9 Prepared synthetic nutrient components importance of pH Literature review Lecture, discussion 10 The importance of the essential amino acids and essential fatty acids in insects Literature review Lecture, discussion 11 Insects nutritional stress event Literature review Lecture, discussion 12 Generalizations about the nutritional requirements of insects obtained Literature review Lecture, discussion 13 Food preparation techniques by species Literature review Lecture, discussion 14 Energy sources for insects Literature review Lecture, discussion 15 Application: autoclave sterilization , and distribution of synthetic nutrients mixed , sterile larvae and microscopic observation of inoculation Literature review Lecture, discussion 16/17 fınal exam Literature review Lecture, discussion   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)   Required Course Material(s)   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 3 80     Homeworks/Projects/Others 8 20 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 the advanced hypothetical and applied knowledges in biology field 4 2 Based on the bachelor´s level of qualification, develops and deepens the knowledge as a specialist in the biology 3 3 Uses the theoretical and practical knowledge he expertises in biology 4 4 Integrates and interprets the knowledge from different disciplines by his expertise in biology and generates new information. 4 5 Solves the problems of biology by using research methods. 4 6 Carries out an independent study requires expertise on biology 5 7 Develops and produces new strategic approaches and solves the unexpected problems in biology area by taking responsibilty 4 8 Assesses the knowledge he expertises through critical approach and makes leadership solving problems related to biological environments. 4 9 Systematically transfers the current developments in the field of biology and his/her studies to the person in biology field or other related fields by supporting qualitative and quantitative data 3 10 Uses at least one foreign language to keep up to date with the field to take part in scientific and social interaction groups to share information at international levels 4 11 Uses information and communication technologies as required in the biology field 4 12 In biology, uses statistical software programme to carry out scientific research and also uses information and communication technology in proficiency level of knowledge and skills to critically evaluate 3 13 Develops the strategy, policy and implementation plans in the issues related to the field of biology and treats the results obtained within standart of quality 4 14 Uses the knowledge, problem solving, and / or practical skills obtained in the Biology Field in interdisciplinary studies. 4 15 Oversees social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in order to collect, implement, interpret data in the Biology area 5 16 Has the ability to formulate and solve the problems of biology in advanced level 0 17 Has ability to use his advanced knowledge in biology field for thinking systematically and solve problems in multidisciplinary approaches 0 * 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 3 42     Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 4 2 8 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 8 7 56     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 3 6 18     Final Exam 2 10 20 Total Workload: 144 Total Workload / 25 (h): 5.76 ECTS Credit: 6