MECHATRONICS 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
IST2018 Communication Skills Fall 2 0 2 3
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: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Instructor ELİF FINDIK
Course Lecturer(s): Instructor ELİF FINDIK
Instructor BERNA GÖKŞİN YILDIRIM
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi MEHMET SITKI SAYGILI
Recommended Optional Program Components: There is none for this course.
Course Objectives: To enable the students to comprehend communication and its importance, the ways to establish communication, complications and problems, types and models of communication, the meaning and functions of organizational communication and the features of effective communication.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1 To have the knowledge about the fundamental concepts related with communication
2 To have the knowledge about the functions, aim and implementation of communication
3 To comprehend and to be able to apply the types of communication
4 To be able to understand and apply the importance of listening in communication
5 To be able to comprehend the communication complications and the ability to solve such complications
6 To be able to develop verbal, non-verbal (body language), written, visual and electronic communication skills
7 To have the knowledge about the fundamental concepts related with organizational communication
8 To have knowledge about the types and operation of organizational communication.

Course Content

Communication Skills Course IncludesThe concept of communication and its importance
Communication process Verbal Communication Non-verbal Communication (Body Language)
Constructive and destructive complications of communication
Overcoming communication complications and effective communication
Course review and Midterm
Organizational Communication
Operational Models of Organizational Communication
Formal and Informal Communication
Information technologies and Communication
Mass Communication
Communication in Professional Life

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) The concept of communication and its importance
2) Communication process
3) Verbal Communication
4) Written Communication
5) Non-verbal Communication (Body Language)
6) Constructive and destructive complications of communication
8) Course review and Midterm
9) Organizational Communication
10) Operational Models of Organizational Communication
11) Formal and Informal Communication
12) Overcoming communication complications and effective communication
13) Effective Listening , Persuasıve Communication
14) Communication in Professional Life

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: 1. Genel ve Teknik İletişim, Dr. İrfan MISIRLI, Detay Yayınları
2.Örgütlerde İletişim, Prof.Dr. Zeyyat SABUNCUOĞLU, Arıkan Yayınları,2008
3. Genel ve Teknik İletişim, Hasan KIRMIZI, Güzem Can Yayınları
4. Meslek Yüksekokulları İçin Genel İletişim, Editör: Uğur DEMİRAY ,Pegem A Yayınları
References: 1.Genel İletişim Meslek Yüksekokulları İçin. Prof.Dr.İrfan Çağlar, Yrd.Doç.Dr. Sabiha Kılıç , Nobel Yayıncılık , 2012

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 10 % 10
Homework Assignments 1 % 0
Presentation 1 % 0
Midterms 1 % 40
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 28
Study Hours Out of Class 11 44
Midterms 1 1
Final 1 2
Total Workload 75

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) 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.