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 |
POL3501 | Career Development in Political Science and International Relations | Spring | 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: | Hybrid |
Course Coordinator : | Assoc. Prof. ESRA ALBAYRAKOĞLU |
Course Lecturer(s): |
Prof. Dr. EBRU ŞULE CANAN SOKULLU |
Recommended Optional Program Components: | None. |
Course Objectives: | Öz farkındalık ve kariyer, karar verme becerileri ve kariyer planlama, yazılı iletişim, iş arama, başvuru yapma, motivasyon mektubu hazırlama, işe alınma, iş bulmada internet ve sosyal medyanın kullanımı, LinkedIn sitesi hazırlama, uluslararası örgütler, sivil toplum örgütleri ve özel sektörde çalışma hayatı, diplomasi ve dış ilişkiler servislerinde çalışma hayatı, medyada çalışma hayatı. |
The students who have succeeded in this course; I. Identify the communication style in career applications II. Differentiate between a resume and a cover letter III. Create a LinkedIn website IV. Prepare for successful interviews V. Articulate themselves properly in Statement of Purpose |
1st Week: Introduction 2nd Week: Self-awareness, self-knowledge and career 3rd Week: Decision skills and career decision making 4th Week: World in change and careering 5th Week: Written communications in job hunting Student Portfolio I: Resume and a cover letter 6th Week: Recruitment and employment Guidelines for the Student Portfolio II will be detailed by the instructor. 7th Week: Web and social media in job hunting Student Portfolio II: Preparation and completion of a LinkedIn website with at least 10 connections, including the instructor. 8th Week: Working in Global Politics: International Organisations 9th Week: Working in Global Politics: Non-Governmental Organisations 10th Week: Diplomacy and foreign affairs 11th Week: Working in Global Economy: Private Sector 12th Week: Working in Media Student Portfolio III: Interview report with the selected professional (Guideline will be provided in Week 6) 13th Week: Academic Pathways and Global Education Student Portfolio IV: Statement of Purpose for * two different universities with different graduate programs 14th Week: Review |
Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
1) | 1st Week: Introduction | |
2) | 2nd Week: Self-awareness, self-knowledge and career | |
3) | 3rd Week: Decision skills and career decision making | |
4) | 4th Week: World in change and careering | |
5) | Written communications in job hunting | |
6) | Student Portfolio I: Recruitment and employment | |
7) | Web and social media in job hunting | |
8) | Student Portfolio II: Working in Global Politics - International Organisations | |
9) | Working in Global Politics: Non-Governmental Organisations | |
10) | Diplomacy and foreign affairs | |
11) | Working in Global Economy: Private Sector | |
12) | Working in Media | |
13) | Student Portfolio III: Academic Pathways and Global Education | |
14) | Student Portfolio IV: Review |
Course Notes / Textbooks: | Articles in Course Package |
References: | Articles in Course Package |
Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
Attendance | 13 | % 20 |
Presentation | 2 | % 40 |
Project | 2 | % 40 |
Total | % 100 | |
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 60 | |
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 40 | |
Total | % 100 |
Activities | Number of Activities | Workload |
Course Hours | 13 | 39 |
Study Hours Out of Class | 13 | 70 |
Presentations / Seminar | 2 | 1 |
Project | 2 | 40 |
Total Workload | 150 |
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. |