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
LAW3004 International Maritime Law and Sustainability Fall 0 2 1 4
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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: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Prof. Dr. ERTAN DEMİRKAPI
Course Lecturer(s): Instructor İLKER KADRİ BAŞARAN
Prof. Dr. AYŞE NUHOĞLU
Recommended Optional Program Components: yok
Course Objectives: It is to understand and analyse the United Nation's 2030 marine sustainability goals under the context of International Maritime Law and global warming.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Learn about the United Nation's 2030 marine sustaibanility goals,
2) Learn about the international maritime and environmental law principles,
3) Learn about the Blue Economy,
4) Learn about the Polar Regions, particularly the Arctic Ocean and its economic, legal and political structure.
5) Learn about the international organisations mandated with the power to regulate international marine affairs,
6) Learn about the definition of Global warming and Climate Change and their possible consequences and legal implications,
7) Learn about the energy investments, alternative energy sources and green finance concept
8) Learn how to effectively use english to present their ideas and communicate in the context of this class

Course Content

Starting from global warming and Arctic marine governance, it is to establish what are the legal tools that are used to protect the oceans (biodiversity and ecosystem services) and meet the UN 2030 sustainable development goas. In this context, we will review the powers given to the coastal states, international organizations, and regional bodies to govern the oceans that are being increasingly exploited by the multiple stakeholders, such as shipping and energy companies.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to the Sustainable Marine Environment concept under the UN's 2030 Goals.
2) Definition of Climate Change and Global Warming,
3) The Arctic Ocean and Change,
4) Comparing the Polar Regions (The Arctic and Antarctic),
5) Blue Economy in the Arctic (shipping/ fishing/ drilling/ tourism),
6) Arctic Marine Governance Model (Compared with the East Med.),
7) Sustainable Shipping and the Polar Code,
8) Who Owns the Arctic Ocean? (Continental Shelf Claims, Delimitation and Disputes in the region),
9) Energy Resources in the Region and Renewables Alternatives,
10) Green Finans and sustaibable investment,
11) Sea level rise and the legal consequences,
12) Plastic waste and protection of the marine environment,
13) High Seas and Biodiversity Convention,
14) "Marine Spacial Planning" as an innovative protection model.

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Ders notlarını kendim hazırlıyorum. Norvec Kutup Araştırmaları Enstitüsü ile Arktik araştırmaları yapıyor ve bolgeyi periyodik olarak ziyaret ediyorum. 2023 yılına kadar Norveçliler ile Svalbard adasında bilimsel arastirmalar yapacağım, tecrübelerimi öğrencilere aktaracağım.
I will prepare the class notes. I work closely with the Norwegian Polar Institute. I will continue working with them as I have an agreement to join their research activities in the Arctic (Svalbard) untill 2023. Therefore, I will be sharing my experience gained throught this international collobaration with the class.
References: Kendi makalelerim ile birlikte elimdeki sayısız kitap ve uluslararası bilimsel yayın.
My own articles. And the countless books and scientific articles I have in my personal library.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Midterms 1 % 40
Final 1 % 60
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 60
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 13 2 26
Study Hours Out of Class 13 5 65
Midterms 1 2 2
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 95

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.