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ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
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
ISL5965 Social Psychology Spring 3 0 3 8
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: Turkish
Type of course: Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:
Course Coordinator : Instructor HAKAN ASLAN
Course Lecturer(s): Instructor TUĞRUL ÖZKARACALAR
Assoc. Prof. MİNE ÖZAŞÇILAR
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi DORUK UYSAL İRAK
Recommended Optional Program Components: none
Course Objectives: The aim of this research is to give general information about the basic concepts and applications of social psychology to the students. The basic theories and researches of this derste social psychology will be discussed. Knowledge of social psychology is necessary for you to better understand and interpret both yourself and your social world

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. To recognize the theoretical (eg cognitive, social psychology) and applied fields (eg health psychology) of psychology.
2. Describe sensation and perception, and separate these two concepts from each other in everyday use.
3. To learn about basic theories and approaches of psychology (eg behavioral, cognitive).
4. To learn about learning theories and basic principles of conditioning.
5. To learn basic concepts in social psychology.
6. Learn about different approaches to memory and memory.
7. To define motivation and to learn basic approaches about motivation and emotion.
8. Learn different approaches to intelligence.
9. To learn about personality and some personality theories.
10. Discussing stress and coping and learning about their health implications.

Course Content

To provide students with a general knowledge of basic concepts and applications of social psychology. The basic theories and researches of this derste social psychology are discussed. Knowledge of social psychology is necessary to understand and interpret both yourself and the social world in your circle

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to the course-sharing of topics and course content
2) Social Psychological Theories and Methods
3) Perceptions about people: How do impressions form?
4) Social Cognition: Understanding the Social World
5) Changing Attitudes and Attitudes
6) six sigma, benchmarking, basic skill
7) Prejudice
8) Social Impact
9) Personal Approaches
10) Behavior in groups
11) Gender
12) Help Behavior
13) Aggression
14) General evaluation
15) Final Exam

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: sosyal psikoloji Yazar: Aronson, Wilson Yayınevi : Kaknüs Yayınları
References: "Sosyal Psikoloji
David O. Sears Letitia Anne Peplau Shelley E. Taylor
İmge Kitabevi Yayınları"

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Midterms 1 % 50
Final 1 % 50
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 14 42
Application 12 36
Study Hours Out of Class 13 117
Midterms 1 3
Final 1 3
Total Workload 201

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) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and electric-electronic engineering subjects; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3) Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions may include factors such as economic and environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety issues, and social and political issues, according to the nature of the design.)
4) Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for electrical-electronic engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating engineering problems.
6) Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7) Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing.
8) Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
9) Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility.
10) Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11) Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.