DIGITAL GAME DESIGN
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code	Course Name	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
ENM4102	Knowledge Management	Spring	3	0	3	6

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:	Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Course Coordinator :	Assist. Prof. DİDEM YILDIZ
Recommended Optional Program Components:	None
Course Objectives:	Developing a basic understanding of the importance of knowledge as a resource in organisations. Identifying and applying approaches in managing individual, group and organisational level knowledge processes.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
The students who have succeeded in this course will be able to
- Apply theories and practice of knowledge and intellectual capital management;
- Understand importance of knowledge management process on business and economy;
- Formulate action plans for knowledge intensive organisations;
- Distinguish industrial management era and knowledge management era;
- Analyse characteristics of knowledge intensive organisations.

Course Content

During the course theories and applications in knowledge management will be discussed. Knowledge management concept and its effect on organisations and economy will be explained. Effect of technological improvements and their relationship with knowledge management will be covered. Course will be supported via business cases that will be discussed in class.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction, Course Overview, Knowledge Management Concept	N/A
2)	Foundations of Knowledge Management	Textbooks and presentations
3)	Technology and Knowledge Management	Textbooks and presentations
4)	The Knowledge Creation Process	Textbooks and presentations
5)	Knowledge as a Strategic Asset	Textbooks and presentations
6)	Knowledge based organisations	Textbooks and presentations
7)	Developing a knowledge strategy	Textbooks and presentations
8)	Knowledge management tools and portals	Textbooks and presentations
9)	Evaluation of Knowledge Management effectiveness: Tools and metrics	Textbooks and presentations
10)	Networks and Social Capital	Textbooks and presentations
11)	Innovation and Knowledge Management	Textbooks and presentations
12)	Leadership and Knowledge Management	Textbooks and presentations
13)	Managing Knowledge Workers	Textbooks and presentations
14)	Global issues in knowledge management	Textbooks and presentations

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	North, K.; Kumta, G. (2014): Knowledge Management: Value Creation Through Organizational Learning. Springer. Jashopara A (2011), Knowlegde Management: An integrated approach, 2ed, Prentice Hall Davenport, Thomas H. & Prusak, Laurence(2000). Working Knowledge: How Organizations Manage What They Know. Boston, MA: Harvard Business School Press.
References:	Yok- N/A

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Attendance	1	% 10
Homework Assignments	10	% 20
Midterms	1	% 30
Final	1	% 40
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 40
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Workload
Course Hours	14	42
Study Hours Out of Class	14	70
Homework Assignments	10	30
Midterms	1	3
Final	1	3
Total Workload		148

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)	Comprehend the conceptual importance of the game in the field of communication, ability to implement the player centered application to provide design.
2)	Analyze, synthesize, and evaluate information and ideas from various perspectives.
3)	Analyze the key elements that make up specific game genres, forms of interactions, mode of narratives and understand how they are employed effectively to create a successful game.
4)	Understand game design theories and methods as well as implement them during game development; to make enjoyable, attractive, instructional and immersive according to the target audience.
5)	Understand the technology and computational principles involved in developing games and master the use of game engines.
6)	Understand the process of creation and use of 2D and 3D assets and animation for video games.
7)	Understand and master the theories and methodologies of understanding and measuring player experience and utilize them during game development process.
8)	Comprehend and master how ideas, concepts and topics are conveyed via games followed by the utilization of these aspects during the development process.
9)	Manage the game design and development process employing complete documentation; following the full game production pipeline via documentation.
10)	Understand and employ the structure and work modes of game development teams; comprehend the responsibilities of team members and collaborations between them while utilizing this knowledge in practice.
11)	Understand the process of game publishing within industry standards besides development and utilize this knowledge practice.
12)	Pitching a video game to developers, publishers, and players; mastering the art of effectively communicating and marketing the features and commercial potential of new ideas, concepts or games.