| MECHATRONICS ENGINEERING | |||||
| Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 | ||
| Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
| GEP0206 | Virtual Discovery of İstanbul | Spring | 3 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
| This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester. |
| Language of instruction: | Turkish |
| Type of course: | GE-Elective |
| Course Level: | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
| Mode of Delivery: | E-Learning |
| Course Coordinator : | Dr. BURCU ALARSLAN ULUDAŞ |
| Course Lecturer(s): |
Dr. BURCU ALARSLAN ULUDAŞ |
| Recommended Optional Program Components: | None |
| Course Objectives: | The aim of course is to introduce every aspect of Istanbul. The course, geographical, historical, social, architectural, cultural features, emphasize the importance of Istanbul as an imperial city. |
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The students who have succeeded in this course; •To understand the importance of Istanbul •to summarize Istanbul’s history and its topography as a city •to describe the salient characteristics of Istanbul •to comment on the social, cultural and architectural differences in Istanbul •to examine the view of Istanbul in the Ancient Greek, Rome, Byzantine and Ottoman periods •to identify the buildings in Istanbul according to their periods and typologies |
| This course will explore historical city of İstanbul the context of society of Istanbul across its cosmopolitan, sophisticated culture. |
| Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
| 1) | Overview of Istanbul Books on Istanbul | Complied Material |
| 2) | Location and Geography of Istanbul; | Complied Material |
| 3) | Names and Legends of Istanbul;Chronology of Istanbul; | Complied Material |
| 4) | History of Istanbul; Pre-historic Period, Byzantion Period, | Complied Material |
| 5) | History of Istanbul; Roman-Byzantine Period, | Complied Material |
| 6) | History of Istanbul; Ottoman Period, | Complied Material |
| 7) | History of Istanbul; From Republic to Nowadays... | Complied Material |
| 8) | Midterm | Complied Material |
| 9) | Architectural Heritage of Istanbul; Külliye (complex of buildings), Mosques, Palaces, Obeliks Baths, Fountains and Water Complexes, Churches, Synogogue, Towers, etc. | Complied Material |
| 10) | Historical Figures of İstanbul; Byzas, Constantin I, Iustianus, Kommenoslar, Paleologoslar, I. Beyazıd, Conqurer Sultan Mehmed, Ulubatlı Hasan, Magnificant Süleyman, Mimar Sinan, Kamondo Family, Pierre Loti, Patrona Halil… | Complied Material |
| 11) | Istanbul’s Disaster Timeline: Earthquakes, Fires etc. | Complied Material |
| 12) | Life Culture in Istanbul; Simit (Turkish bagel)-Tea; Turkish Cafe, Seagulls, Doves, Cats and Dogs; Erguvan (judas-tree)-Tulip vb; Lüfer (blue fish)-Palamut (bonito)-İstavrit (truchurus); | Complied Material |
| 13) | Cultural Life in Istanbul ; Museums, Theaters, Cinemas, Art Galleries, Universities, Festivals, Shoping Centers etc. | Complied Material |
| 14) | Transportation in Istanbul; From “Şirketi Hayriye” to İDO, From “the Tunnel” to finucular,metrobüs and tram. | Complied Material |
| Course Notes / Textbooks: | |
| References: | Anonim- Dünden Bugüne İstanbul Ansiklopedisi Barbaro, Nicola (2007), Konstantiniyye’den İstanbul’a, Bayrı, Mehmet Halit (1951), Yer Adları Ve Yer Adlarına Bağlı Folklör Bilgileriyle İstanbul, Hayat Yayınları, İstanbul. Brown, John. P. (1868), Ancient And Modern Constantinople, London Carbognano, Cosimo De; 18.Y’.In Sonunda İstanbul, Eren Yayıncılık. Çelik, Zeynep (1986), 19. Yüzyılda Osmanlı Başkenti, Değişen İstanbul, İstanbul. Dallaway, James (1797), Constantinople Ancient And Modern, London. Deleon, Jak; Anıtsal İstanbul,Remzi Yayınevi Dethier,P.A; Boğaziçi ve İstanbul, İst. 1993 Ebersolt, Jean; Bizans İstanbul’u Ve Doğu Seyyahları, İst.1996 Ergin, Osman Nuri (2003), İstanbul Şehri Rehberi, İstanbul 1934, Tıpkı Basım Freely, John; Galata, Arkeoloji Ve Sanat Yayınları Freely, John.; Istanbul: The İmperial City Galland, Antoine (1998), İstanbul’ Ait Günlük Hatıralar (1672-1673), I-II, Çev. Nahid Sırrı Örik, İstanbul. |
| Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
| Attendance | 12 | % 5 |
| Quizzes | 2 | % 10 |
| Midterms | 1 | % 25 |
| Final | 1 | % 60 |
| Total | % 100 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 40 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 60 | |
| Total | % 100 | |
| Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
| Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Study Hours Out of Class | 10 | 1 | 10 |
| Quizzes | 3 | 3 | 9 |
| Midterms | 1 | 15 | 15 |
| Final | 1 | 20 | 20 |
| Total Workload | 96 | ||
| No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
| Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
| 1) | Build up a body of knowledge in mathematics, science and Mechatronics Engineering subjects; use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve complex engineering problems. | |
| 2) | Identify, formulate, and solve complex Mechatronics Engineering problems; select and apply proper modeling and analysis methods for this purpose. | |
| 3) | Design complex Mechatronic systems, processes, devices or products under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; apply modern design methods for this purpose. | |
| 4) | Devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in Mechatronics Engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively. | |
| 5) | Design and conduct numerical or pysical experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to Mechatronics Engineering. | |
| 6) | Cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working on Mechatronics-related problems. | |
| 7) | Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing. Write and understand reports, prepare design and production reports, deliver effective presentations, give and receive clear and understandable instructions. | |
| 8) | Recognize the need for life-long learning; show ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously educate oneself. | |
| 9) | Develop an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility, and behave accordingly. Be informed about the standards used in Mechatronics Engineering applications. | |
| 10) | Learn about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. | |
| 11) | Acquire knowledge about the effects of practices of Mechatronics Engineering on health, environment, security in universal and social scope, and the contemporary problems of Mechatronics engineering; is aware of the legal consequences of Mechatronics engineering solutions. |