Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Multivariate Data Analysis SKY631 Turkish Compulsory 3 + 0 3.0 10.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Graduate
Mode of delivery The course is delivered through theoretical lectures, hands-on software exercises (e.g., SPSS, R, Python), group projects, and case studies. Theoretical knowledge is reinforced through projects and practical applications.
Course Coordinator Arş. Gör. Melek TERZİ ÖZMEN
Instructor(s)
Goals The objective of this course is to teach fundamental methods and techniques of multivariate data analysis. It aims to enable students to analyze large and complex datasets to derive meaningful results, compare different analysis methods, and develop application scenarios.
Course Content This course focuses on the methods and applications used in multivariate data analysis. The content includes topics such as principal component analysis, clustering, discriminant analysis, multidimensional scaling, canonical correlation analysis, and regression methods.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Understand and apply multivariate data analysis methods.
2 Compare different analysis techniques and select the appropriate method.
3 Apply data preprocessing and dimensionality reduction techniques.
4 Use multivariate analysis methods on large datasets.
5 Interpret analysis results and integrate them into decision-making processes.
6 Perform analyses using relevant software (e.g., SPSS, R, Python).
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Introduction to multivariate analysis concepts Preparation, After Class Study, Interview, Presentation (Preparation), Practice
2. Week Data preprocessing techniques Preparation, After Class Study, Interview, Presentation (Preparation), Practice
3. Week Principal component analysis (PCA) Preparation, After Class Study, Interview, Presentation (Preparation), Practice
4. Week Clustering analysis (K-means, hierarchical) Preparation, After Class Study, Interview, Presentation (Preparation), Practice
5. Week Discriminant analysis Preparation, After Class Study, Interview, Presentation (Preparation), Practice
6. Week Canonical correlation analysis Preparation, After Class Study, Interview, Presentation (Preparation), Practice
7. Week Multidimensional scaling Preparation, After Class Study, Interview, Presentation (Preparation), Practice
8. Week Midterm exam Practice
9. Week Factor analysis Preparation, After Class Study, Interview, Presentation (Preparation), Practice
10. Week Multiple regression analysis Preparation, After Class Study, Interview, Presentation (Preparation), Practice
11. Week Structural equation modeling Preparation, After Class Study, Interview, Presentation (Preparation), Practice
12. Week Applications on large datasets Preparation, After Class Study, Interview, Presentation (Preparation), Practice
13. Week Presentation of group projects Preparation, After Class Study, Interview, Presentation (Preparation), Practice
14. Week General assessment and course wrap-up 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 Ability to identify the health needs of the community and the demand for health services
2 Ability to develop service delivery models that can meet the health needs of the community and the demand for healthcare services
3 Ability to conduct economic and financial analysis of healthcare services
6 Ability to assess and enhance health outcomes
7 Proficiency in using statistical analysis, reporting, interpretation, and decision-making
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5 DK6
PY1 2 2 2 2 2 2
PY2 2 2 2 2 2 2
PY3 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY6 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY7 5 5 5 5 5 5
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • ÇOK DEĞİŞKENLİ İSTATİSTİK ANALİZİ İLE FARKLI ALANLARDA UYGULAMALAR, Doç. Dr. Nilay KÖLEOĞLU - Doç. Dr. Şenol ÇELİK - Doç. Dr. Fatih ÇEMREK, HOLISTENCE PUBLICATIONS, 2022.
  • Python Uygulamalı İstatiksel Veri Bilimi ve Analizi, Ahmet SEL, Akademisyen Kitabevi, 2021
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 14 1 14
Research 10 2 20
Presentation (Preparation) 1 3 3
Practice 14 4 56
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 40 40
Homework 1 1 20 20
Final 1 60 60
Total Workload 255
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 10.0