Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Specialization Field Course LEE 500 Turkish Compulsory 4 + 0 0.0 10.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Graduate
Mode of delivery Theoretical explanation and literature discussions Seminars and case studies Student presentations and group discussions Preparing project and research reports Individual guidance with an advisor
Course Coordinator Prof. Dr. Cengiz GÜLER, Prof. Dr. Cihat TAŞÇIOĞLU, Prof. Dr. Süleyman KORKUT, Prof. Dr. Derya SEVİM KORKUT, Doç. Dr. Tarık GEDİK, Prof. Dr. Ayhan TOZLUOĞLU, Prof. Dr. Mesut YALÇIN, Doç. Dr. Halil İbrahim ŞAHİN, Prof. Dr. Nevzat ÇAKICIER, Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Hasan ÖZDEMİR, Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Muhammet ÇİL
Instructor(s) Doç. Dr. Tarık GEDİK (Bahar), Doç. Dr. Tarık GEDİK (Güz), Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Muhammet ÇİL (Bahar), Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Muhammet ÇİL (Güz), Prof. Dr. Ayhan TOZLUOĞLU (Bahar), Prof. Dr. Ayhan TOZLUOĞLU (Güz), Prof. Dr. Cengiz GÜLER (Bahar), Prof. Dr. Cengiz GÜLER (Güz), Prof. Dr. Cihat TAŞÇIOĞLU (Güz), Prof. Dr. Derya SEVİM KORKUT (Güz), Prof. Dr. Mesut YALÇIN (Bahar), Prof. Dr. Mesut YALÇIN (Güz), Prof. Dr. Nevzat ÇAKICIER (Bahar), Prof. Dr. Nevzat ÇAKICIER (Güz), Prof. Dr. Süleyman KORKUT (Bahar), Prof. Dr. Süleyman KORKUT (Güz), Prof. Dr. Ümit BÜYÜKSARI (Bahar), Prof. Dr. Ümit BÜYÜKSARI (Güz)
Goals The aim of this course is to enable students to acquire in-depth knowledge related to their own field of expertise, and to develop their problem-solving skills using academic and research-based methods. It is aimed for students to be able to critically analyze by following the current literature and to gain competence in applied/theoretical projects in their field.
Course Content Current theories and practices related to the area of expertise Research methods and data analysis techniques Literature review, critical reading, and synthesis Fieldwork and project development processes Development of academic presentation and reporting skills The course content is directly related to the student's thesis or applied research topic and is supported with field-based examples.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 He/She can scan, analyze, and synthesize the current literature in his/her field of expertise.
2 He/She can apply data collection and analysis skills by designing research and projects specific to their field.
3 Can develop project studies in accordance with academic and professional presentation/reporting standards.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Introduction to the course, objectives, and assessment criteria Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Other Activities, Interview, Presentation (Preparation), Practice
2. Week Overview of the field of expertise and basic concepts Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Other Activities, Interview, Presentation (Preparation), Practice
3. Week Current theories and approaches Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Other Activities, Interview, Presentation (Preparation), Practice
4. Week Scanning and evaluating the field literature Presentation (Preparation)
5. Week Research methods and data collection techniques Presentation (Preparation)
6. Week Data analysis and interpretation of results Presentation (Preparation)
7. Week Determination and design of the project topic Presentation (Preparation)
8. Week Field study / experimental application Presentation (Preparation)
9. Week Report preparation and presentation Presentation (Preparation)
10. Week Project data analysis and interim evaluation Presentation (Preparation)
11. Week Comparison of the literature with the findings Presentation (Preparation)
12. Week Transferring the results into written report and presentation format Presentation (Preparation)
13. Week Student presentations and advisor feedback Presentation (Preparation)
14. Week Project final presentations and general evaluation Presentation (Preparation)
*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 gain a background in science, mathematics and its own engineering discipline including to use theoretical and practical knowledge in engineering solutions
2 Ability to point, identify and solve problems in its own field, choosing and applying proper analytical methods and models
3 Competence to analyze a system or a process in addition to designing and applying modern management methods under realistic restrictions
4 Choosing and utilizing modern techniques and equipments in its field involving effective use of informatics
5 Designing and applying laboratory experiments carrying data collection and analysis
6 Capability to reach knowledge and literature including searching skills for related data bases and search engines
7 Capacity to work as an individual or in a multi-disciplinary environment with respect to developing self confidence in responsibility taking
8 Developing effective verbal and written communication skills in Turkish and English
9 Ability to follow new developments and state of the art knowledge in science and technology containing self-development
10 Gaining professional and ethical responsibility
11 Competency to develop and manage projects containing work place applications, safety, work law and environmental issues
12 Having universal and social consciousness in engineering problems and applications underlining entrepreneurship and innovative values
12 Having universal and social consciousness in engineering problems and applications underlining entrepreneurship and innovative values
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3
PY1 3 3 3
PY2 3 3 3
PY3 3 3 3
PY4 4 4 4
PY5 5 5 5
PY6 4 4 4
PY7 4 4 4
PY8 4 4 4
PY9 5 5 5
PY10 4 4 4
PY11 4 4 4
PY12 5 5 5
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Creswell, J. W. – Research Design: Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed Methods Approaches
  • h, W., Colomb, G. & Williams, J. – The Craft of Research
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 54 54
Homework 1 60 60
Final 1 85 85
Total Workload 255
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 10.0