Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Introduction to Philosophy PSİ106 Turkish Compulsory 2. Semester 3 + 0 3.0 5.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Formal Education
Course Coordinator Doç. Dr. UTKU ÖZMAKAS
Instructor(s) Doç. Dr. UTKU ÖZMAKAS (Bahar)
Goals To teach students the basic concepts of philosophy, reading philosophy texts, and learning about language.
Course Content What is philosophy? How can we distinguish philosophy from science, art, and religion? What is ontology? What is epistemology? What is ethics? Is philosophy necessary? Examples of Socrates, Descartes, Nietzsche.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 studying the fundamental questions and issues of the philosophical disciplines.
2 It defines the major areas of philosophy, the fundamental problems within these areas, and the primary solutions proposed for them.
3 The ability to view the world and the current era through the lens of philosophy (using philosophical concepts).
4 Learning the views and fundamental concepts of philosophers.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week What is Philosophy and Philosophical Knowledge? Research, Preparation, After Class Study
2. Week Features of Philosophical Thought and Branches Preparation, After Class Study, Other Activities
3. Week philosophy of knowledge Preparation, After Class Study, Other Activities
4. Week philosophy of knowledge Preparation, After Class Study, Other Activities
5. Week Ontology Research, Preparation, After Class Study
6. Week Philosophy of science Research, Preparation, After Class Study
7. Week philosophy of science Research, Preparation, After Class Study
8. Week Ethics Research, Preparation, After Class Study
9. Week Ethics and philosophy of Morality Research, Preparation, After Class Study
10. Week Philosophy of History Research, Preparation, After Class Study
11. Week political philosophy Research, Preparation, After Class Study
12. Week political philosophy Research, Preparation, After Class Study
13. Week political philosophy Research, Preparation, After Class Study
14. Week Assesment Preparation, After Class Study, Other Activities
*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 Acquiring current theoretical and applied knowledge in the field of psychology
2 Understanding the scientific perspective of psychology and its approach to behavioral and mental processes from a historical perspective
3 Making critical thinking and interpretations based on the scientific knowledge acquired in the field of psychology
4 To have basic knowledge about the processes of relations between people and societies
5 Analyzing the problems encountered in both professional and personal life based on scientific methods specific to psychology
6 To learn the research methods and statistical analysis used in behavioral sciences and the programs required to carry out these analyzes
7 Acquiring basic knowledge and application skills about measurement tools used in psychology research
8 Behaving under ethical principles in professional life based on the theoretical and applied knowledge specific to the field of psychology
9 Independently plan, conduct, analyze, interpret and report research based on theoretical and applied knowledge in the field of psychology
10 Taking part in activities, research or projects for the benefit of society to use the theoretical and applied knowledge specific to the field of psychology
11 Effective use of interpersonal and intercultural communication skills in professional activities
12 Working in collaboration with all subfields of psychology and other disciplines
13 Learning internationally accepted scientific writing rules and acquiring the ability to write reports accordingly
14 Being an individual who respects human rights and dignity against all types of prejudice and discrimination
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4
PY1 2 0 0 0
PY2 2 0 0 0
PY3 2 0 0 0
PY4 3 0 0 0
PY5 3 0 0 0
PY6 1 0 0 0
PY7 1 0 0 0
PY8 1 0 0 0
PY9 1 0 0 0
PY10 1 0 0 0
PY11 3 0 0 0
PY12 1 0 0 0
PY13 4 0 0 0
PY14 4 0 0 0
Recommended Sources
Ders Kitabı veya Notu Ders Kitabı veya Ders Notu bulunmamaktadır.
Diğer Kaynaklar
  • • Kurtuluş Dinçer, Kısaca Felsefe, Pharmakon Kitap.
  • • Ahmet Cevizci, Felsefe, Açıköğretim Ders Kitapları
  • • Rudolf Carnap, “Dilin Mantıksal Çözümlenmesi Yoluyla Metafiziğin Aşılması”, çev. Harun Tepe, ViraVerita, https://viraverita.com/dilin-mantiksal-cozumlemesi-yoluyla-metafizigin-asilmasi/
  • • Thomas Nagel, “Herhangi Bir Şeyi Nasıl Biliyoruz?”, Her Şey Ne Anlama Geliyor içinde, çev. Hakan Gündoğdu, İstanbul: Paradigma Yayıncılık.
  • André Comte-Sponville, Felsefe Nedir?, çev. İsmet Birkan, İstanbul: İletişim Yayınları.
  • • Michel Tournier, Düşüncelerin Aynası, çev. Orçun Türkay, Yapı Kredi Yayınları.
  • • Roger Scruton, Modern Felsefenin Kısa Tarihi, çev. Utku Özmakas ve Ümit H. Yolsal, Dipnot Yayınları.
  • • Louis Althusser, Filozof Olmayanlar İçin Felsefeye Giriş, çev. İsmet Birkan, Can Yayınları.
Evaluation Method
Bahar Dönemi
Responsible Personnel Grup Evaluation Method Percentage
Doç. Dr. UTKU ÖZMAKAS Vize 40.00
Doç. Dr. UTKU ÖZMAKAS Final 60.00
Toplam 100.00
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
Preparation, After Class Study 13 3 39
Research 13 3 39
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 4 4
Final 1 4 4
Total Workload 128
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 5.0