MECHATRONICS (TURKISH)
Associate	TR-NQF-HE: Level 5	QF-EHEA: Short Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 5

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code	Course Name	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
FTV3952	Radio Production	Spring Fall	3	0	3	5

This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction:	English
Type of course:	Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level:	Associate (Short Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Course Coordinator :	Prof. Dr. NİLAY ULUSOY
Course Lecturer(s):	Instructor ERHAN KONUK
Recommended Optional Program Components:	N/A
Course Objectives:	The main objective of the course is to give vision on the general rules of radio production. Although this is not a course about creating a radio programme, students will also experience the making of a radio programme.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Have general knowledge about a radio station
2. Will be able to define the concept of radio production and know the rules of radio production.
3. Will be able to identify the job definitions of all the staff working in the production department (e.g. producer, programmer, programme host, dj, editor etc.)
4. Have general knwledge about the broadcasting, montage and production studios.
5. Will be able to name programme types and differentiate live and recorded broadcasting.
6. Experience making a radio programme.
7.Share the experiences of famous radio programmers.

Course Content

General rules of radio production will be discussed in this course.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	What is Production? General rules of production.
2)	The Equipment
3)	The Studio
4)	Editing
5)	Types of shows and programs
6)	Making a radio program
7)	Practice in the studio (Different styles of presentation)
8)	Visiting a radio station
9)	Practice in the studio (Different styles of presentation)
10)	Different styles of radio broadcasting (internet radio)
11)	Practice in the studio
12)	Meeting famous Turkish radio broadcasters
13)	Visiting a radio station
14)	Practice in the studio

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	N/A
References:

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Attendance	14	% 20
Midterms	2	% 30
Final	1	% 50
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 50
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	3	42
Application	4	3	12
Study Hours Out of Class	14	3	42
Midterms	2	8	16
Final	1	5	5
Total Workload			117

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	To improve fundamental computer knowledge, to encourage students using office and package programs.
2)	Ability to have and use of fundamental mathematics knowledge and skills the usage of relevant materials.
3)	Ability to recognize general structures of machine equipments and the features of shaping
4)	Ability to grasp manufacturing processes and cutting tool materials, materials, statics, mechanics and fluid science fundemantal knowledge.
5)	Ability to draw assembly and auxilary devices as well as to draw whole or details of a system.
6)	Ability to have a knowledge of fundemantal manufacturing process such as turning, milling, punching,grinding and welding techniques and to have a self esteem in order to work behind the bench.
7)	Ability to do computer aided design and write program on digital benches.
8)	Ability to prepare project report, follow up project process and implement projects.
9)	ability to learn the areas of usage of electronic circuit components. Ability to grasp and write programs for micro controllers and for their components. Ability to design relevant circuits.
10)	Ability to understand the electric motors principles and AC-DC analysis
11)	Ability to gain a dominaion on visual programming
12)	Having the ability to communicate efficiently in verbal and written Turkish, to know at least one foreign language in order to communicate with the colleagues and customers.