INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING (ENGLISH, PHD)
PhD	TR-NQF-HE: Level 8	QF-EHEA: Third Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 8

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code	Course Name	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
SMR6887	Seminar	Fall	0	0	0	6

Basic information

Language of instruction:	English
Type of course:	Must Course
Course Level:
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Course Coordinator :	Prof. Dr. ELİF OKAN
Recommended Optional Program Components:	None
Course Objectives:	This course aims to develop doctoral students' skills in presenting and discussing academic research effectively. It fosters the ability to synthesize complex information and communicate scholarly work to diverse audiences. Students will gain experience in critical analysis, professional engagement, and constructive feedback.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Demonstrate effective presentation and communication skills tailored for academic research.
Critically evaluate and provide constructive feedback on peer research presentations.
Apply techniques for engaging diverse audiences and addressing their questions professionally.

Course Content

The course includes seminar presentations on diverse research topics, emphasizing techniques for clear and engaging academic communication. Participants will critique peer presentations and explore effective strategies for addressing audience questions. The syllabus also includes guidance on structuring academic talks and handling professional discourse.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction to the Seminar Course: Objectives and Expectations
2)	Academic Presentation Techniques: Structure and Content
3)	Strategies for Effective Communication in Research Seminars
4)	Literature Review and Synthesizing Information
5)	Critical Thinking and Question Handling during Seminars
6)	Peer Feedback: Giving and Receiving Constructive Comments
7)	Rehearsal and Practice of Research Presentations
8)	Midterm Evaluation: Preliminary Presentations
9)	Engaging Multidisciplinary Audiences
10)	Overcoming Challenges in Academic Public Speaking
11)	Ethics in Academic Presentations
12)	Advanced Techniques for Data Visualization
13)	Feedback and Improvement of Final Presentations
14)	Final Presentations and Course Review

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Lecturer's Slides
References:

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Final	1	% 100
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 0
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 100
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	3	42
Study Hours Out of Class	14	4	56
Final	1	50	50
Total Workload			148

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)	Follows the scientific literature, analyzes it critically, and uses it effectively in solving engineering problems.
2)	Designs, plans, implements, and manages original projects related to the program field.
3)	Independently conducts studies related to the program field, assumes scientific responsibility, and evaluates the results with a critical perspective.
4)	Presents the results of their research and projects effectively in written, oral, and visual formats in accordance with academic standards.
5)	Conducts independent research on subjects requiring expertise in their field, develops original ideas, and transfers this knowledge into practice.
6)	Effectively uses advanced theoretical and practical knowledge specific to the program field.
7)	Acts in accordance with professional, scientific, and ethical values; takes responsibility by considering the social, environmental, and ethical impacts of engineering practices.