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
PTR4069 Job Coaching: Place, Train, Maintain Fall 2 0 2 6
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

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. HASAN KEREM ALPTEKİN
Course Objectives: The purpose of this course is to give information on the role of the intended job coach, job analysis, general characteristics of mentally disabled individuals, social and emotional status, individual education goals for mentally handicapped young people, legal practices for the disabled, problems arising from working environment and communication.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1- They will know general Assessment Interventions
2- They will have Task Analysis for People with ID
3- They will learn Supported Employment
4- They will success the managing the problems in the work place

Course Content

This course is designed to develop an individual training plan for mentally disabled young people, to conduct job analysis for mentally disabled young people as job coaches, to give clues to individuals to carry out jobs given to mentally challenged individuals, to evaluate the development of individuals with intellectual disability, the provision of benefits and the preparation and discussion of case studies on disabled individuals.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to Job Coaching Consept
2) History of job coach and general conceptions of job coaching
3) Definition of job coach and role of job coach
4) Social values of job coach and national laws
5) General assessment Interventions
6) Work analysis
7) Midterm Exam
8) Supported employment
9) Job coaching and psychosocial approach
10) Strategies for problems that may arise in work environment and crisis management
11) Preparation of case study about job coaching people with ID
12) Preparation of case study about job coaching people with ID
13) Discussion of case study about job coaching people with ID
14) Presentations

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Haftalık olarak verilecektir. - Will be given weekly.
References: 1. Leach, S. (2002). A supported employment workbook: using individual profiling and job matching. Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
2. Murphy, S. (2009). The Job Developer's Handbook. Practical Tactics for Customized Employment.
3. Ryan, D. J. (2000). Job search handbook for people with disabilities. Jist Publishing.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 13 % 0
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 14 9 126
Midterms 1 2 2
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 156

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.