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Information
| Code | BY012 |
| Name | Palynology (Science of pollen) |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Term | Spring |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Doktora Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof.Dr. HÜSEYİN CENGİZ DARICI |
| Course Instructor |
1 |
Course Goal / Objective
The aim of this course is to introduce the physical, chemical, and biological properties of pollen from seed plants.
Course Content
Within the scope of this course, the definition of palynology, pollen formation, and the pollen morphologies of gymnosperms and angiosperms are covered.
Course Precondition
None
Resources
Hesse, M., Halbritter, H., Zetter, R., Weber, M., Buchner, R., Frosch-Radivo, A., & Ulrich, S. (2009). Pollen Terminology: An illustrated handbook. Springer Vienna. 266. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-211-79894-2 Bayram, N. E., Kostic, A. Ž., Gercek, Y. C. (2023). Pollen Chemistry & Biotechnology. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-47563-4_6 Dafni, A., Hesse, M., & Pacini, E. (Eds.). (2000). Pollen and pollination. Springer Science & Business Media.
Notes
Hesse, M., Halbritter, H., Zetter, R., Weber, M., Buchner, R., Frosch-Radivo, A., & Ulrich, S. (2009). Pollen Terminology: An illustrated handbook. Springer Vienna. 266. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-211-79894-2 Bayram, N. E., Kostic, A. Ž., Gercek, Y. C. (2023). Pollen Chemistry & Biotechnology. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-47563-4_6 Dafni, A., Hesse, M., & Pacini, E. (Eds.). (2000). Pollen and pollination. Springer Science & Business Media.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Student explains pollen formation. |
| LO02 | Student defines the morphological characteristics used in pollen identification. |
| LO03 | Student identifies pollen from different taxa based on morphological characteristics. |
| LO04 | Student applies fundamental palynology knowledge in applied palynology. |
| LO05 | Student uses palynological knowledge in plant systematics. |
| LO06 | Student summarizes the biochemical properties of pollen. |
| LO07 | Student apply some methods used for collecting atmospheric pollen. |
| LO08 | Student outlines the setup of pollen traps. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Based on the qualifications of the graduate, it develops and deepens the current and advanced knowledge in the field with original thought and / or research at the level of expertise and reaches the original definitions that will bring innovation to the field. | 2 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Evaluates, uses and transfers new information in the field with a systematic approach. | |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Develops a new idea, method, design and / or application that brings innovation to the field, or applies a known idea, method, design and / or application to a different field, researches, comprehends, designs and applies an original topic. | |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Gains high level skills in using research methods in the field studies. | |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Makes critical analysis, synthesis and evaluation of new and complex thoughts. | 2 |
| PLO06 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Extends the boundaries of knowledge in the field by publishing at least one scientific paper in national and / or international refereed journals and / or producing or interpreting an original work. | |
| PLO07 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Examines and develops the social relations and the norms that direct these relations from a critical point of view. | |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Defends his / her original opinions in discussing the subjects in his / her field with experts, and establishes an effective communication showing his / her competence in his / her field. | 2 |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Introducing scientific, technological, social or cultural advances in the field; It contributes to the process of being a society of knowledge and sustaining it. | |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | It contributes to the solution of social, scientific, cultural and ethical problems encountered in the field and supports the development of these values. | |
| PLO11 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Develops new ideas and methods related to the field by using high level mental processes such as creative and critical thinking, problem solving and decision making. | 1 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pollen and Palynology | Current lecture notes, article, and literature search on the internet | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 2 | Pollen morphology | Current lecture notes, article, and literature search on the internet | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 3 | Pollen development | Current lecture notes, article, and literature search on the internet | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 4 | Pollen terminology | Current lecture notes, article, and literature search on the internet | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 5 | Cytochemistry of mature angiosperm pollen 1 | Current lecture notes, article, and literature search on the internet | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 6 | Cytochemistry of mature angiosperm pollen 2 | Current lecture notes, article, and literature search on the internet | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 7 | Cytochemistry of mature angiosperm pollen 3 | Current lecture notes, article, and literature search on the internet | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Reading the lecture notes | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Cytochemistry of mature angiosperm pollen 4 | Current lecture notes, article, and literature search on the internet | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 10 | Cytochemistry of mature angiosperm pollen 5 | Current lecture notes, article, and literature search on the internet | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 11 | Cytochemistry of mature angiosperm pollen 6 | Current lecture notes, article, and literature search on the internet | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 12 | Other Bioactive Constituents of Pollen | Current lecture notes, article, and literature search on the internet | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 13 | Microbiology of Pollen | Current lecture notes, article, and literature search on the internet | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 14 | Pollen collection practices | Current lecture notes, article, and literature search on the internet | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 15 | Important Contaminants in pollen | Current lecture notes, article, and literature search on the internet | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 16 | Term Exams | Reading the lecture notes | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | Reading the lecture notes | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 7 | 98 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 156 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 6,24 | ||
| ECTS | 6 ECTS | ||