TURK 101 Turkish Language I (2-0)
Languages of the world, language families, the place of Turkish among world languages, geographical distribution of Turkish, punctuation marks, orthographic rules, petition writing, phonetic features of Turkish, phonological processes in Turkish, written expression, memoir writing.
YDBI 101 English I (2-0)
Vocabulary, grammar, reading, listening, and writing skills.
TDP 101 Social Responsibility Project I (1-0)
This course aims to strengthen the relationship between the university and society and to cultivate students who are sensitive to social issues and possess a strong sense of social responsibility. Students identify current societal problems, receive relevant instruction, and develop projects proposing solutions.
AMT 101 Mathematics I (2-0)
Basic computational skills, fundamental concepts, place value, base arithmetic, division and divisibility, prime factorization, greatest common divisor and least common multiple, rational numbers, and absolute value.
AOT101 Occupational Health and Safety (2-0)
Concept of occupational safety, definition and causes of workplace accidents and prevention methods, importance of occupational safety for workforce productivity and economic outcomes, classification of occupational accidents, hazards and types of hazards, methods and solutions in accident investigation.
AOT103 Plant Physiology (3-0)
This course explains physiological processes in plants based on physical and chemical principles...
AOT105 Soil Science (2-0)
Definition and composition of soil, soil types and classifications...
AOT107 General Biology (3-0)
Definition and scope of biology, characteristics and classification...
AOT109 General Microbiology (2-1)
Microbiological sampling techniques, preparation for microbiological analysis, cultivation and isolation of microorganisms, purification of cultures, and microscopic examination.
GOS101 Healthy Living and Sports (1-1)
The importance of sports for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and the acquisition of practical applications.
GOS103 Basic Sports Practices (1-1)
The importance of sports for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and practical applications.
GOS105 Music (1-1)
Basic concepts of music and introduction to musical notation.
GOS107 Turkish Folk Dances (1-1)
Ensuring the sustainability of folk dances as an essential component of cultural heritage.
SECOND SEMESTER
AOT102 Agricultural Ecology (3-0)
Introduction to agroecological components such as ecosystems and nutrient cycles, which form the foundation of plant and animal production in agricultural engineering.
AOT104 Principles of Organic Agriculture (3-0)
Fundamental principles of organic agriculture, the current status of organic farming in Türkiye and worldwide, and the legal framework, regulations, and legislation related to organic agriculture.
AOT106 Principles of Animal Production (2-1)
Overview of livestock production in Türkiye and globally, the importance of animal production in agriculture, domestication of animals, animal species and breed formation, classification of breeds, morphological and physiological breed characteristics, reproduction, lactation, and growth.
AOT108 Principles of Crop Production (2-1)
Basic concepts related to field and horticultural crops, pollination, fertilization, and seed formation. Soil tillage, sowing and planting, irrigation, fertilization, control of diseases, pests, and weeds, pruning, and harvesting.
AOT110 Good Agricultural Practices (2-0)
Practices required to ensure economically viable and efficient production systems that protect human health, prioritize animal welfare, and minimize environmental impact.
AOT112 Basic Laboratory Knowledge (2-1)
Use of laboratory equipment, introduction to laboratory materials, preparation and use of chemical solutions, and implementation of laboratory safety procedures.
TDP102 Social Responsibility Project II (1-2)
This course focuses on field implementation of projects developed to address societal issues. It aims to strengthen university–society relations, apply theoretical knowledge in practice, and enhance teamwork and project-based skills.
TURK102 Turkish Language II (2-0)
Word stress in Turkish, phrase and sentence stress, roots and affixes, inflectional and derivational suffixes, sentence elements and types, correct sentence construction, modes and techniques of expression, expression disorders (semantic and structural), criticism and self-criticism, essays, interviews, and other text types, writing practices.
YDBI102 English II (2-0)
Development of intermediate-level English skills enabling students to follow vocational English courses in later years, including listening comprehension, reading comprehension, and written and oral expression.
AED100 Industry-Based Training (0-0)
Internship designed to enable students to apply theoretical knowledge in a workplace environment.
MUP100 Vocational Practice Project (0-0)
Preparation of datasets under supervision through assignments, seminars, and literature review to reinforce theoretical knowledge.
THIRD SEMESTER
AİİT 201 Atatürk’s Principles and History of Reforms I (2-0)
Constitutional developments in Türkiye, internal politics of the Republic of Türkiye, the Second World War, the Turkish Revolution, democratic rule of law, Turkish legal and educational systems, Turkish economy, social reforms, and Atatürk’s principles.
AOT203 Organic Feeds and Animal Nutrition (2-0)
Digestive systems and physiology of monogastric and ruminant animals, key physiological processes in digestion, digestive enzymes and hormones, and nutrient metabolism.
AOT205 Organic Product Processing Technology (2-0)
Composition and technology of organic products, basic food processing methods and stages, chemical composition of foods (water, proteins, lipids, minerals), enzymes, vitamins, color, flavor, aroma compounds, food spoilage, preservation methods, food additives and toxicology, processing technologies for cereals, milk, meat, and aquatic products, and fermentation technology.
AOT207 Plant Nutrition and Fertilization (2-1)
Principles of plant nutrition, foliar nutrient uptake, fertilizers and fertilization, behavior of essential nutrients (N, P, K, S, Ca, Mg, Fe, Cu, Zn, Mn, B, Mo, Cl) in soil and plants, their physiological and biochemical roles, deficiency and toxicity symptoms, salinity and sodium effects, and the relationship between plant nutrition, growth, and yield.
AOT209 Medicinal and Aromatic Plants (2-0)
Historical development, importance, uses, ecological requirements of medicinal plants, and drugs and crude plant materials.
AOT211 Organic Fruit Production (2-1)
Learning organic farming techniques and their practical application in fruit production.
AOT213 Compost Preparation Techniques (2-1)
Organic fertilizers and compost, compost composition and processes, composting microorganisms, management of plant and animal wastes, integrated waste management, compost production in mushroom cultivation, aerobic and anaerobic composting, classification and utilization of agricultural wastes, equipment, and relevant regulations and policies.
AOT215 Marketing of Organic Products (2-0)
Differences between organic and conventional products in terms of marketing and preservation, marketing concepts, production and sales stages, marketing mix, market segmentation and criteria, niche markets for organic products, and their advantages and disadvantages.
KRY100 Career Planning (2-0)
Concept of career, career planning, its relation to vocational guidance, individual career development, CV preparation, job interviews, career planning processes, and evaluation of the Turkish education system in this context.
AOT217 Plant Protection in Organic Agriculture (2-1)
Definition and application areas of organic agriculture, plant protection problems encountered, solutions, and their practical implementation in greenhouses and fields.
AOT013 Olive Cultivation (2-0)
History of olives, classification of olive varieties, nutritional and chemical composition, ecological requirements, distribution in Türkiye, morphology, propagation, orchard establishment, cultural practices, training and pruning systems, and pest and disease management.
AOT015 Biological Control Methods (2-0)
Biology and identification of pest and beneficial insects, integrated pest management, and natural balance.
AOT017 Plant Propagation Techniques (2-0)
Generative and vegetative propagation methods for annual and perennial herbaceous plants.
AOT019 Environmental Pollution (2-0)
Environmental awareness, consequences of global depletion, principles of sustainable use, and approaches to living in harmony with nature.
AOT021 Scientific Research Techniques (2-0)
Stages of scientific research and principles of academic writing; how to conduct scientific research.
AOT023 Agricultural Structures and Irrigation (2-0)
General topics of agricultural structures and irrigation, development of soil and water resources, farm structures, protection and storage facilities, and resource development in Türkiye.
AİİT 202 Atatürk’s Principles and History of Reforms II (2-0)
Constitutional developments in Türkiye, internal politics of the Republic of Türkiye, the Second World War, the Turkish Revolution, the democratic rule of law, Turkish legal and educational systems, the Turkish economy, social regulations, and Atatürk’s principles.
AOT202 Project Preparation and Seminar (2-1)
This course aims to equip students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for preparing projects and seminars, including key considerations and methodologies.
AOT204 Horticulture (3-0)
Importance and historical development of horticultural crops, their definition, biological characteristics, ecological requirements, propagation techniques, cultivation practices, and characteristics of major species.
AOT206 Organic Vegetable Production (2-1)
Learning organic farming techniques and ensuring their practical applicability in vegetable production systems.
AOT208 Storage, Packaging, and Transportation of Organic Products (2-0)
Introduction to storage techniques, thermal damage and inactivation, effects of ionizing radiation, microbial growth at low temperatures, drying, high osmotic pressure and water activity, preservation using low pH, organic acids and esters, modified atmospheres. Packaging materials including glass, metal, plastics, and paper; modified atmosphere packaging; transportation packaging; and packaging of specialized food products.
AOT210 Field Crops (3-0)
Classification of field crops, and the general morphological and agronomic characteristics and cultivation of cereals, grain legumes, industrial crops, medicinal and aromatic plants, and forage crops.
AOT212 Organic Beekeeping and Pollination (3-0)
Principles of organic beekeeping, activities of honey bees within the hive, bee products, nectar-producing plants, bee diseases, importance of pollination, and regulations governing organic beekeeping.
AOT014 Recent Developments in Horticulture (2-0)
The role of horticultural crops in Turkish and global agriculture, their distribution by regions in Türkiye, nutritional and economic importance, ecological factors affecting cultivation, physiological and biological principles, flowering, pollination and fertilization in fruit trees, maturity and harvesting, and post-harvest storage.
AOT016 Quality Assurance Standards (2-0)
Development of standardization, its objectives and principles, benefits, duties of the Turkish Standards Institution, regional and international standardization bodies, and the concept of quality assurance.
AOT018 Business Management (2-0)
Conceptual framework and historical development of business management, production factors, entrepreneurship, entrepreneur–manager concepts, responsibilities and objectives of enterprises, stakeholder groups, classification of enterprises, business environment, capacity and size, and establishment processes.
AOT020 Plant Mycology (2-0)
Introduction to mycology, fundamental concepts in fungal systematics, morphology, vegetative growth, cell structure, reproduction, ecology, distribution, genetics, biochemistry, beneficial and harmful species, identification methods, and molecular classification.
AOT022 Entomology (2-0)
Introduction to insects and their morphology, body wall and exoskeleton, head capsule and structures, mouthparts and types, thoracic segments, legs and wings, abdominal structures, insect physiology (digestive, circulatory, respiratory, nervous, muscular, and reproductive systems), sensory organs, hormonal regulation and metamorphosis. Insect orders, their biology, ecological and economic importance, use in environmental quality assessment, biodiversity, habitat conservation, biogeography, and evolutionary relationships.