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CIVIL 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
NMD3114 Media Economics Spring 3 0 3 5
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Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:
Course Coordinator : Dr. Öğr. Üyesi SİNAN AŞÇI
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: This course aims to introduce key concepts in the discipline of economics and its connection to the media. This course explores the determining factors in the production, distribution and consumption processes in the media field, and understand the relations of production in media sector in relation to the economic relations at work.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
The students will be able to understand and critically think about the key concepts of media economics, and will evaluate the determining factors regarding the production and distribution in media.

Course Content

This course aims to introduce key concepts in the discipline of economics and its connection to the media. This course explores the determining factors in the production, distribution and consumption processes in the media field, and understand the relations of production in media sector in relation to the economic relations at work.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Critical media theories
1) Introduction and Overview of the Course
2) Elaboration of the Main Subject
3) Elaboration of the Main Subject (continued)
4) Further Discussion on the Main Subject
5) Critical Perspectives on the Main Subject
6) Critical media theories
7) Elaboration of the Subtopic # 1
8) Elaboration of the Subtopic # 1 (continued)
9) Further Discussion on the Subtopic # 1
10) Critical Perspectives on the Subtopic # 1
11) Critical Perspectives on the Subtopic # 2
12) Elaboration of the Subtopic # 2
13) Further Discussion on the Subtopic # 1
14) Further Discussion on the Subtopic # 2

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: To be made available by instructor...
References: -

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 1 % 15
Midterms 2 % 50
Final 1 % 35
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 65
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 35
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Study Hours Out of Class 14 4 56
Project 1 20 20
Midterms 1 3 3
Final 1 3 3
Total Workload 124

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 civil engineering; the ability to use theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas in complex 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, structural and/or structural members to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4) Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in civil engineering applications; ability to use civil engineering technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the study of complex engineering problems or civil engineering research topics.
6) Ability to work effectively within and multi-disciplinary teams; individual study skills.
7) Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing.
8) Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information to follow developments in civil engineering technology.
9) To act in accordance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility; having awareness of the importance of employee workplace health and safety.
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 civil engineering solutions.