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Related Preparation |
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Introduction to course. Outline of semester. Short writing assignment describing expectations and past experiences. |
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“Telling Stories” by Maeve Binchey and excerpt from “Portrait of a Lady” by Henry James. Writing about love and our concepts of what it means and how it is portrayed in the two stories. |
Reading. |
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“Goodbye Marcus, Goodbye Rose” by Jean Rhys. Our experiences in life prepare us for the future. How do our lives change after a hugely impactful experience? |
Writing assignment. |
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“Happy Endings” by Margaret Atwood. Writing about theme, characters, plot and mood. Example of summary and analysis of a short story. |
Reading. |
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“Whose Life Is It Anyway?” by Brian Clark. The nature of life. What is our responsibility to ourselves? To others? |
Essay. |
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“Moral Hazard” by Kate Jennings. The aging process and inconceivable choices. Is it possible or even acceptable to choose death over life? |
Essay. |
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Midterm Essay concerning the nature of love and marriage and death and the choices involved. How do the stories exemplify the themes? |
Reading. |
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Review. |
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9) |
“Crime and Punishment” by Dosteovsky. Using logic to make excuses for a criminal act. |
Essay. |
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“Remains of the Day” by Kazuo Ishiguro. Prejudice and characters who must act against their better nature. |
Reading. |
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“The Ones Who Walk Away From Omelas” by Ursula Le Guin. Is it ever acceptable to sacrifice someone for the greater good? |
Reading. |
12) |
“The Joneses”. Capitalism and creating a desire and market. |
Background research. |
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Essay on consumerism and capitalism. What goods do we consider desirable and why? |
Research. |
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“First Confession” by Frank O’Connor. Comedy and plot. How does an author show theme through the use of humor? |
Reading. |
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Final. |
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16) |
Final. |
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Program Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
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Build up a body of knowledge in mathematics, science and Energy Systems Engineering subjects; use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve complex engineering problems. |
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Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex Energy Systems Engineering problems; select and apply proper modeling and analysis methods for this purpose.
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Ability to design complex Energy 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. |
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Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in Energy Systems Engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively. |
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Ability to design and conduct numerical or pysical experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to Energy Systems Engineering. |
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Ability to cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working on Energy Systems-related problems |
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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. |
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Recognize the need for life-long learning; show ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously educate oneself. |
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Develop an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility, and behave accordingly. Be informed about the standards used in Energy Systems Engineering applications. |
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Learn about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. |
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Acquire knowledge about the effects of practices of Energys Systems Engineering on health, environment, security in universal and social scope, and the contemporary problems of Energys Systems engineering; is aware of the legal consequences of Energys Systems engineering solutions. |
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