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| Course Title | Code | Language | Type | Semester | L+U Hour | Credits | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scientific Research Techniques and Publication Ethics | INT 601 | Turkish | Compulsory | 3 + 0 | 3.0 | 6.0 |
| Prerequisite Courses | |
| Course Level | Graduate |
| Mode of delivery | Face to face |
| Course Coordinator | Doç. Dr. Bekir ÇOMAK |
| Instructor(s) | Doç. Dr. Bekir ÇOMAK (Bahar), Doç. Dr. Bekir ÇOMAK (Güz) |
| Goals | To equip doctoral candidates with the competence to formulate and conduct an original academic research problem using universal methodologies, and to transform the findings into high-impact publications of international standards, while adhering strictly to the principles of research and publication ethics |
| Course Content | Bu ders; bilimsel yöntemin felsefesini, araştırma tasarlama süreçlerini, veri toplama ve analiz tekniklerini kapsar. Ayrıca, akademik dürüstlük çerçevesinde yayın etiği ihlallerini ve uluslararası indeksli dergilerde (SCI/SSCI) yayın yapma stratejilerini inceler. |
| # | Öğrenme Kazanımı |
| 1 | By conducting a literature review, they analyze research gaps and define an original research problem. |
| 2 | The researcher selects and justifies the appropriate quantitative, qualitative, or mixed method for the research question. |
| 3 | It analyzes and interprets the collected data using appropriate analytical techniques. |
| 4 | It produces scientific articles that comply with academic writing rules and journal standards. |
| 5 | It adopts academic ethical principles and identifies ethical violations in research processes. |
| 6 | It critically evaluates scientific studies from a methodological and ethical perspective. |
| Week | Topics/Applications | Method |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Week | Introduction - Basic Concepts | Lecture, Question and Answer |
| 2. Week | Scientific Research Process, Research Paradigms | Lecture, Question and Answer |
| 3. Week | Research Problem and Hypothesis Development | Lecture, Question and Answer |
| 4. Week | Literature Search Techniques | Practice, Lecture, Question and Answer |
| 5. Week | Research Design (Quantitative/Qualitative/Mixed) | Lecture, Question and Answer |
| 6. Week | Types of Research - Qualitative Research Methods - Quantitative Research Methods- Data Analysis | Lecture, Question and Answer |
| 7. Week | Reference Management Tools (Mendeley) | Practice, Lecture, Question and Answer |
| 8. Week | Preparing a Thesis Proposal | Practice, Lecture, Question and Answer |
| 9. Week | Academic Writing Techniques (IMRAD Structure) | Practice, Lecture, Question and Answer |
| 10. Week | Publication Processes and Journal Selection | Practice, Lecture, Question and Answer |
| 11. Week | Peer Review and Editorial Processes | Practice, Lecture, Question and Answer |
| 12. Week | Research and publication ethics - Artificial Intelligence and Ethics in Science | Practice, Lecture, Question and Answer |
| 13. Week | Bibliometrics and Academic Performance | Lecture, Question and Answer |
| 14. Week | Project Writing and Funding Sources | Practice, Lecture, Question and Answer |
| No | Program Requirements | Level of Contribution | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | Has sufficient knowledge in mathematics, science and Civil Engineering; Uses theoretical and applied knowledge in these fields to solve complex engineering problems. | ✔ | |||||
| 2 | Identifies, defines, formulates and solves complex Civil Engineering problems; For this purpose, it selects and applies appropriate analysis and modeling methods. | ✔ | |||||
| 3 | Designs a complex system, process, device or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; For this purpose, it applies modern design methods. | ✔ | |||||
| 4 | Selects and uses modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in engineering applications; uses information technologies effectively. | ✔ | |||||
| 5 | Designs experiments, conducts experiments, collects data, analyzes and interprets the results to examine complex engineering problems or research topics specific to Civil Engineering. | ✔ | |||||
| 6 | Works effectively within and across disciplines as a team and individually. | ✔ | |||||
| 7 | Communicates effectively verbally and in writing; speaks at least one foreign language, especially English; writes and understands written reports effectively, can prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, gives and receives clear and understandable instructions. | ✔ | |||||
| 8 | Aware of the necessity of lifelong learning; It can access information, follows developments in science and technology and constantly renews itself. | ✔ | |||||
| 9 | Acts in accordance with ethical principles and is knowledgeable about professional and ethical responsibility and standards used in engineering practices. | ✔ | |||||
| 10 | Knowledge of business practices, such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness about entrepreneurship and innovation; Has knowledge about sustainable development. | ✔ | |||||
| 11 | Information about the effects of engineering practices on health, environment and security at universal and social dimensions and the problems of the age reflected in the field of engineering; is aware of the legal consequences of engineering solutions. | ✔ | |||||
| Program Requirements | DK1 | DK2 | DK3 | DK4 | DK5 | DK6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PY1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| PY2 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| PY3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| PY4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| PY5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 4 |
| PY6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| PY7 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 |
| PY8 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| PY9 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 4 |
| PY10 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| PY11 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 3 |
| Ders Kitabı veya Notu | Ders Kitabı veya Ders Notu bulunmamaktadır. |
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| Diğer Kaynaklar |
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| ECTS credits and course workload | Quantity | Duration (Hour) | Total Workload (Hour) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Ders İçi |
Class Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
|
Ders Dışı |
Homework | 1 | 35 | 35 |
| Preparation, After Class Study | 1 | 20 | 20 | |
| Research | 1 | 30 | 30 | |
| Presentation (Preparation) | 1 | 10 | 10 | |
|
Sınavlar |
Homework | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Homework Preparation | 1 | 12 | 12 | |
| Final | 1 | 2 | 2 | |
| Total Workload | 153 | |||
| *AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 | ECTS Credit of the Course | 6.0 | ||