Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
- MKT591 Turkish Compulsory 3 + 0 3.0 6.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Graduate
Mode of delivery Face to face
Course Coordinator Doç. Dr. Şenol ŞİRİN
Instructor(s) Doç. Dr. Şenol ŞİRİN (Güz)
Goals The aim of this course is to examine the scientific research process (problem identification, data collection, data analysis and interpretation of results), to review major scientific research methods (experimental method, description method, etc.) and to find research questions necessary for students to conduct research on a particular subject. To ensure that students learn the techniques of hypothesizing, conceptualization, measurement, data collection, data analysis, data evaluation/interpretation and report writing.
Course Content In this course, the concept of ethics and ethical theories, research ethics and publication ethics, and unethical behaviors will be emphasized. The aim is to raise knowledge and awareness about the most common research and publication ethics violations and the methods to prevent them, and the methods to be followed in case of detection of a violation.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 To understand scientific research techniques.
2 To understand and analyze the ethical aspects of certain situations related to science and technology.
3 To understand all aspects of ethical theories, scientific research and publication ethics, and the concept of professional ethics.
4 To be able to design a scientific research and conduct it in accordance with ethical rules.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Scientific research and scientific research processes
2. Week Scientific research methods (Qualitative Research)
3. Week Scientific research methods (Quantitative Research)
4. Week Measuring tools used in scientific research
5. Week Data collection processes and analysis methods
6. Week Concepts of validity and reliability
7. Week Determining the research problem and hypotheses
8. Week Determining the research problem and hypotheses
9. Week Concept of ethics and profession, Ethical theories
10. Week Concept and basic principles of research ethics
11. Week Unethical behavior and ethical violations during the research process
12. Week Publication ethics and basic principles
13. Week Unethical behavior and ethical violations during the publication process
14. Week Evaluation and discussion of legal legislation regarding research and publication ethics
*Midterm and final exam dates are not specified in the 14-week course operation plan. Midterm and final exam dates are held on the dates specified in the academic calendar with the decision of the University Senate.
The Matrix for Course & Program Learning Outcomes
No Program Requirements Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Using undergraduate level knowledge and skills, the ability to further develop and deepen their expertise in the field of Mechatronics Engineering.
2 Identifying problems encountered in Mechatronics Engineering and being able to solve these problems using acquired expertise and/or research methods at an advanced level.
3 Integrating and interpreting knowledge from related disciplines with Mechatronics Engineering, and generating new knowledge in their field.
4 Taking responsibility in practical applications related to Mechatronics Engineering and confidently generating solutions with a sense of leadership when necessary.
5 Critically evaluating the acquired expert-level knowledge and skills in Mechatronics Engineering, comprehending innovations, and guiding their own learning with a critical approach.
6 Communicating and discussing current developments in Mechatronics Engineering and their own work in national/international platforms of the field in written, verbal, and/or visual forms, utilizing information and communication technologies.
7 Supervising the stages of collecting, interpreting, applying, and disseminating data related to Mechatronics Engineering, considering societal, scientific, and ethical values.
8 Developing strategies, policies, and implementation plans for solving problems related to Mechatronics Engineering and evaluating the obtained results within the framework of quality processes.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4
PY1 1 1 1 1
PY2 3 3 3 3
PY3 4 4 4 4
PY4 3 3 3 3
PY5 5 5 5 5
PY6 5 5 5 5
PY7 5 5 5 5
PY8 5 5 5 5
Recommended Sources
Ders Kitabı veya Notu Ders Kitabı veya Ders Notu bulunmamaktadır.
Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Creswell, J. W. (2014). Nitel, Nicel Araştırma Deseni ve Karma Yöntem Yaklaşımları (Çev. Ed. S. B. Demir)
  • Eğiten Kitap, Ankara. Creswell, J. W. (2009). Research Design: Quantitative, Qualitative, and Mixed Methods Approaches, 3rd Edition, Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage. Day, R.A. (1996)
  • Bilimsel Bir Makale Nasıl Yazılır ve Yayımlanır? (Çev.: G. A. Altay). TÜBİTAK, Ankara. Karasar, N. (2004)
  • Araştırmalarda Rapor Hazırlama, 12. Baskı, Nobel Yayın Dağıtım, Ankara. Karasar, N. (2005)
  • Bilimsel Araştırma Yöntemi: Kavramlar, İlkeler, Teknikler, 15. Baskı, Nobel Yayın Dağıtım, Ankara.
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 3 42
Ders Dışı
Research 14 5 70
Other Activities 14 2 28
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 6 6
Final 1 7 7
Total Workload 153
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 6.0