Information Package / Course Catalogue
Plant Biodiversity of Turkey
Course Code: KZM218
Course Type: Area Elective
Couse Group: Short Cycle (Associate's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 3
Prt.: 0
Credit: 3
Lab: 0
ECTS: 3
Objectives of the Course

Introducing together with the reasons for the plant diversity in Turkey Also available for in situ conservation of plant diversity law, regulations, on-site learning the methods of prevention. Thus knowing that students will plant diversity in the field of botanical studies, aimed to be more successful. Learning Grounds Important Plant in Turkey.

Course Content

The reasons of floristic richness in Turkey, the plant genetic resources of Turkey, endemic and endangered plants of Turkey, the studies for in-situ and ex-situ conservation of plant genetic diversity in Turkey and the world. The fight against bio-smuggling. The reasons that make Turkey's rich plant diversity.

Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes
1.Learning the reasons why Turkey is rich in plant genetic resources
2.Turkey the status of plant genetic resources; have information about species richness, endemic and endangered species.
3.The Important Plant Areas in Turkey are learned.
4.Learn protection methods and laws
5.Realize the plant richness we have
Recommended or Required Reading
1.The IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria (https://www.iucnredlist.org/resources/categories-and-criteria)
2.Türkiye'nin Önemli Doğa Alanları Kitabı (https://www.dogadernegi.org/onemli-doga-alanlari/)
3.Türkiye Florası (https://turkiyeflorasi.org.tr/eflora/index.php?sayfa=proje_hakkinda)
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Floristic richness of Turkey, which is due to topographical, geological structure and climate
Week 2 - Theoretical
Phytogeographical region in terms of preservation of genetic diversity of plant species is widely distributed in the borders and regions
Week 3 - Theoretical
Status of plant genetic resources in Turkey: species richness, endemic and endangered species, plants that are utilized
Week 4 - Theoretical
Factors that reduce the genetic diversity of plants: agricultural activities, industrilization, urbanization, forestry activities and fires
Week 5 - Theoretical
The diversity of plant genetic resources protect to laws and regulations, international treaties and cooperation in Turkey also Turkey is member of international organizations, relevant organizations and institutions.
Week 6 - Theoretical
Conservation programs in effect, natural conservation areas, national parks, nature parks, nature conservation areas, natural monuments.
Week 7 - Theoretical
Conservation programs in effect, complementary protection programs in place.
Week 8 - Theoretical
Genetic erosion and vegetation types from forest tree species with the importance of local breeds and genetic pollution problems (Midterm exam evaluation)
Week 9 - Theoretical
The importance to humanity of protecting natural areas and plant species.
Week 10 - Theoretical
Important Plant Areas in Turkey (Mediterranean Region)
Week 11 - Theoretical
Important Plant Areas in Turkey (Central Anatolia Region)
Week 12 - Theoretical
Important Plant Areas in Turkey (East Anatolia Region)
Week 13 - Theoretical
Important Plant Areas in Turkey (Marmara and Southeastern Anatolia Region)
Week 14 - Theoretical
Important Plant Areas in Turkey (Black Sea and the Aegean Region)
Week 16 - Final Exam
The exam
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Midterm Examination1%40
Final Examination1%60
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory141356
Midterm Examination19110
Final Examination113114
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)80
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
PÇ-1
PÇ-2
PÇ-3
PÇ-4
PÇ-5
PÇ-6
PÇ-7
PÇ-8
PÇ-9
PÇ-10
OÇ-1
5
OÇ-2
4
OÇ-3
5
OÇ-4
5
OÇ-5
4
Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026