Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Operations Research I ENM214 Turkish Compulsory 4. Semester 4 + 0 4.0 6.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Face to face
Course Coordinator Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Ahmet CİHAN
Instructor(s)
Goals Teaching the modeling, decision making, linear programming and solution methods used in Operations Research.
Course Content Graphical method in linear programming, simplex method in linear programming, transportation and assignment problems.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Learns mathematical modelling
2 Learns how to solve linear programming problems and how to interpret the solution
3 Learns the assignment and transportation problems and their solution algorithms
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Introduction of operations research and decision models
2. Week Types of decision models, mathematical models, basics of linear models
3. Week Graphical method in linear programming
4. Week Sensitivity analysis of graphic method in linear programming
5. Week Simplex method for linear programming
6. Week Sensitivity analysis and solution difficulties in simplex method
7. Week Duality, weak and strong duality, complementary slackness theorems for linear programming
8. Week Duality, weak and strong duality, complementary slackness theorems for linear programming
9. Week Transportation model
10. Week Initial solution methods for the transportation model
11. Week Solution improvement methods for the transportation model
12. Week Assignment problem and its relationship with the transportation model
13. Week Hungarian method for assignment problem
14. Week Markov chains
*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 To have theoretical and / or practical knowledge in the field of mathematics, science, social sciences, engineering and / or industrial engineering, and the ability to use this knowledge to model and solve engineering problems
2 Gaining the ability to work actively in projects and projects aimed at professional development in both individual and multidisciplinary groups and taking responsibility in situations that may arise in this process
3 Knowledge of at least one foreign language at a level that will enable communication with colleagues in the field and follow current developments; ability to write and understand written reports effectively, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
4 To be individuals who are sensitive to universal and social values, have knowledge of professional and ethical responsibilities and standards used in engineering practices.
5 The ability to design a complex system, process, device or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
6 Ability to design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results to investigate complex engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics.
7 Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the identification, formulation, analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively.
8 Knowledge of business practices such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; knowledge of sustainable development.
9 Knowledge of the universal and societal impacts of engineering practices on health, environment and safety, and contemporary issues reflected in the field of engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions, the necessity of lifelong learning and the ability to continuously renew oneself.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3
PY1 5 5 5
PY2 1 1 1
PY3 1 1 1
PY4 2 2 2
PY5 5 5 5
PY6 3 3 3
PY7 4 4 4
PY8 3 3 3
PY9 2 2 2
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Operations Research, Zerrin ALADAĞ, Umuttepe Yayınevi
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 4 56
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 12 12
Homework 1 7 4 28
Final 1 15 15
Practice 14 2 28
Practice End-Of-Term 1 14 14
Total Workload 153
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 6.0