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Purpose of Department

The program aims to teach students laboratory techniques, introduce the tools, equipment, and instruments used in analytical processes, and equip them with the skills required to work effectively in laboratory environments.

  1. To educate competent graduates who possess a strong theoretical foundation in basic mathematics, natural sciences, and laboratory sciences, and who can comprehend laboratory techniques, instrumentation, chemical handling, and analytical principles.

  2. To train laboratory technicians who are capable of applying modern laboratory methods used in food, water, plant–soil, chemical, and medical analyses, and who are competent in sampling, solution preparation, instrument operation, and data evaluation processes.

  3. To educate individuals who follow current developments in laboratory technologies, are open to learning new instruments and methods, adopt the principle of lifelong learning, and can quickly adapt to changing sectoral conditions.

  4. To educate qualified laboratory technicians who can work in quality control, production, and research laboratories in both public and private sectors, effectively use laboratory instruments, and meet the needs of the industry.


Target of Department

The aim is to teach students laboratory techniques, introduce the tools and instruments used in analytical procedures, and equip them with the skills required to work effectively in a laboratory environment.

Mission

To educate competent laboratory technicians who possess a strong knowledge base in basic sciences and laboratory fields, can effectively apply modern laboratory techniques, prioritize scientific accuracy in analytical processes, adhere to quality and safety standards, uphold professional ethical values, follow technological developments, and undertake qualified roles in public and private sector laboratories.

Vision

To become a leading program that is recognized at national and international levels by educating graduates specialized in food, water, plant–soil, chemical, and medical analyses; capable of using innovative laboratory techniques; equipped with strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills; preferred by the industry; and exemplary in terms of educational quality, research infrastructure, and practical competence.


Career Opportunities

Graduates can work as laboratory technicians at;

  • Relevant Departments of Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Forestry
  • Food Quality Control Departments
  • Related Departmens of Soil Products Office
  • General Directorate of State Hydraulic Works
  • Agricultural Laboratories
  • Agricultural Research Institues
  • Laboratories that analyse soil, plant and fertilisers

 


Departments Allowing Horizontal Transfer

They can switch to associate degree programs that accept students with TYT points.

 


Departments Allowing Vertical Transfer

Plant Protection, Crop Production and Technologies, Biology, Bioengineering, Biotechnology, Genetics and Bioengineering, Food Engineering, Food Technology, Nursing, Chemistry, Molecular Biology and Genetics, Organic Agriculture Management, Agricultural Structures and Irrigation, Soil Science and Plant Nutrition.