CIVIL ENGINEERING | |||||
Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 |
Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
ENM4112 | Technology and Industrial Strategy | Fall | 3 | 0 | 3 | 6 |
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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 : | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ALPER CAMCI |
Recommended Optional Program Components: | None |
Course Objectives: | This course is designed to lead the student to understand the link between technology and competition at the industry level. Competitiveness of industries and nations co-evolves with technological changes. We can identify different approaches in the technology and innovation management literature towards the link between technology and competitiveness strategy at meso and macro level. At the end of this course the it is aimed that students will have knowledge on these different approaches to innovation and competitiveness at industrial and national level. |
The students who have succeeded in this course; After completing this course students will be able to: I. Be familiar to theoretical approaches which deal with the linkages between technological innovation and competitiveness at sectoral and national levels. II. Understand the concepts and characteristics of national, sectoral and regional innovation systems and develop awareness about the importance of sectoral and national innovation policies and strategies. III. Have knowledge about networks and economics of networks IV. Be familiar to technology transfer and the processes of technology transfer, be able to manage technology transfer processes. V. Be informed about the problems related technological innovations, technology development and technology transfer in developing countries. |
This course will focus on the relationship between technological innovations and competitiveness. First, the theoretical approaches which are used to understand the linkages between technological innovations and competitiveness at the sectoral and national levels will be reviewed. Among these approaches the systems of innovation approach is especially focused on. After the review of the systems of innovation approach, innovation clusters and networks will be studied, how clusters and network influence new technologies and the emergence of innovations. In this course, international technology transfer and university-industry technology transfer processes will also be discussed. |
Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
1) | Introduction to technological innovations and industrial strategy | None |
2) | Clusters and industries | Instructor's notes |
3) | High-tech clusters and competitiveness | Instructor's notes |
4) | Systems of innovation | Instructor's notes |
5) | National system of innovation | Instructor's notes |
6) | Sectoral innovation management | Instructor's notes |
7) | Regional systems of innovation | Instructor's notes |
8) | Midterm exam | Preparation for midterm exam |
9) | Technology transfer | Instructor's notes |
10) | Networks: why firms enter into innovation networks | Instructor's notes |
11) | Technology and firm networks | Instructor's notes |
12) | Network structures | Instructor's notes |
13) | Course project presentations | Preparation for project presentations |
14) | Course project presentations | Preparation for project presentations |
Course Notes / Textbooks: | Ders notları ve sunumlar. Fagerberg, J., Mowery, D.C. & Nelson, R.R. (2006). Oxford Handbook of Innovation, Oxford University Press, NY. |
References: | Porter, M. (1998). Clusters and the new economics of competition Saxenian, AL. (1994). Regional advantage: culture and competition at Silicon Valley and Route 128 Lundvall, BA. (1992). National Systems of Innovation: Toward a Theory of Innovation and Interactive Learning . Edquist, C. (1997). Systems of Innovation: Technologies, Institutions and Organizations |
Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
Homework Assignments | 2 | % 10 |
Presentation | 1 | % 5 |
Project | 1 | % 15 |
Midterms | 1 | % 30 |
Final | 1 | % 40 |
Total | % 100 | |
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 45 | |
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 55 | |
Total | % 100 |
Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
Study Hours Out of Class | 14 | 3 | 42 |
Presentations / Seminar | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Project | 1 | 25 | 25 |
Homework Assignments | 2 | 4 | 8 |
Midterms | 1 | 12 | 12 |
Final | 1 | 12 | 12 |
Total Workload | 142 |
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. |