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Information
| Code | TMT421 |
| Name | Sorting technology of fresh fruits-vegetables |
| Term | 2022-2023 Academic Year |
| Semester | 7. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 3 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. KUBİLAY KAZIM VURSAVUŞ |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. KUBİLAY KAZIM VURSAVUŞ
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
Gaining knowledge about sorting systems and recent technology, explaining sorting methods used in packing line, investigating the effects of mechanical properties of agricultural materials in the design of sorting systems.
Course Content
Sorting methods of agricultural materials, sorting machines and systems used in the post-harvest technology, recent sorting technology and using areas, fruit packaging and processing line, sorting systems and their specifications used in packaging line, theory of Elasticity and Hertz, and their usage to be design parameters of sorting systems, mechanical damage occurrence and reducing in packaging line, design of cushioning materials and determining the suitable line for cushioning materials.
Course Precondition
None
Resources
Nuri N. Mohsenin, 1980. Physical Properties of Plant and Animal Materials. Compac, Aweta, Maffroda and Greefa fresh fruit and vegetable packaging design and development web pages
Notes
Pdf and Power point presentations
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Knows sorting systems and recent technology |
| LO02 | Investigates the effects of mechanical properties of agricultural materials in the design of sorting systems |
| LO03 | Knows process stage used in the packing line |
| LO04 | Knows Hertz and elasticity theories and their usage to be design parameters of sorting systems |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Adequate knowledge of mathematics, science and Agricultural Machinery and Technologies engineering disciplines; gain the knowledge to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these fields in complex engineering problems | 2 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Gains knowledge of defining, formulating and solving problems in the fields of Agricultural Machinery and Technologies Engineering, choosing and applying appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. | |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Knows how to design a complex system, process, device or product related to the engineering field, under realistic constraints and conditions, in other words, by considering the available possibilities and the current state of the field, and to apply modern design methods for this purpose. | 4 |
| PLO04 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Gain the ability to develop, select and use modern tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in Agricultural Machinery and Technologies Engineering applications and to use information technologies effectively. | |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Gains the ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, field studies, collect data, analyze and interpret results in order to examine the complex problems or discipline-specific research issues encountered in the field of Agricultural Machinery and Technologies Engineering. | 4 |
| PLO06 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | It carries out studies related to its field independently, and acts as a consultant, audit and expert. | |
| PLO07 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; gains the ability to work individually. | |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Gains the ability to write effective reports in the field, to understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to take and give clear and understandable instructions. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; gains a positive attitude towards accessing information, following developments in science and technology, and continuous innovation. | 3 |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | It is sensitive to the events/developments on the agenda of the society and the world and monitors these developments, prepares projects, produces and shares solution suggestions. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Follows the information in the field and communicates with colleagues by using a foreign language at least at the B1 level of the European Language Portfolio. | |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Knowledge of business practices related to engineering, such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation; gains knowledge about sustainable development. | |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Knowledge of the effects of engineering practices on health, environment and safety in universal and social dimensions and the problems reflected in the field of engineering; gain awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions. | |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Acts in accordance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility, and standards used in engineering practices | 2 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Knowledge related to sortinh methods of agricultural materials | Usage of the related chapters in given references | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 2 | Sorting machines and systems used in the fruit sorting line | Usage of the related chapters in given references | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 3 | Mechanical and electronic fruit sorting machines | Usage of the related chapters in given references | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 4 | Sorting machines and systems used in the fruit sorting line | Usage of the related chapters in given references | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 5 | Some knowledge and operational principles related to electronic sorting machines | Usage of the related chapters in given references | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 6 | Fruit packaging and processing line | Usage of the related chapters in given references | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri |
| 7 | Theory of elasticity and its usage in the design of fruit sorting systems | Usage of the related chapters in given references | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösteri |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Written exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Factors influencing mechanical damage during packaging and sorting | Usage of the related chapters in given references | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösteri |
| 10 | Design of cushioning materials in packaging line and determination of suitable line for usage of cushioning materials | Usage of the related chapters in given references | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 11 | Methods used in nondestructive fruit sorting systems | Usage of the related chapters in given references | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Deney / Laboratuvar |
| 12 | Nondestructive firmness sorting of fruits | Usage of the related chapters in given references | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösteri, Deney / Laboratuvar |
| 13 | Shape, dimension, defect, colour, density and volume sorting of fruits | Usage of the related chapters in given references | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 14 | Near infrared technique and its usage in fruit sorting line | Usage of the related chapters in given references | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Deney / Laboratuvar |
| 15 | Applications related to fruit firmness estimation using acoustic methods | Usage of the related chapters in given references | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Deney / Laboratuvar |
| 16 | Term Exams | Written exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | Written exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | 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 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 16 | 16 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 78 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 3,12 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||