TMT421 Sorting technology of fresh fruits-vegetables

3 ECTS - 2-0 Duration (T+A)- 7. Semester- 2 National Credit

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

Update Time: 18.11.2022 11:48