INDUSTRIAL 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
GEP0377 Transition to Professional Life Spring 3 0 3 4
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: GE-Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: E-Learning
Course Coordinator : Assist. Prof. BURCU ALARSLAN ULUDAŞ
Course Objectives: To prepare students for business life after undergraduate education, to gain 21st century business world competencies

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Recognizes the actors of a professional working environment and positions himself in the working environment.
2. Manages the communication process in working environments where different generations are together.
3. Knows the points to be considered in the job application process, can prepare an effective resume.
4. Knows the value that being a self-leader individual will add to oneself and his colleagues.
5. Knows how to behave in conflict situations and what to do.
6. Uses creative thinking techniques in business processes.
7. Knows the sustainability clauses and applies them to their lives.
8. Knows the competencies of the 21st century business world.

Course Content

Starting from the post-graduate job application process, the course presents the competencies required to be successful in the business environment from a holistic perspective in relation to the 21st Century skills framework.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Meeting, Importance of the Course, Expectations from the Course
2) First Steps in a New Job, Working Environment, Actors of Business Life
3) Preparing Resume and Letter of Intent
4) A View from the Past Century to the Future
5) Self Leadership
6) Next Generation Communication
7) Dealing with Uncertainty and Stress Management Conflict Management
8) Mideterm Week
9) Creative Thinking Techniques
10) Effective Presentation Design Techniques
11) Personal Brand Management
12) Employer Brand Experience
13) Individual Savings Management
14) Sustainability

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: "Endüstri 4.0, eğitim 4.0, liderlik 4.0, toplum 5.0 / Aydoğan Durmuş, 2019
Çalışanlar Arası İletişim/Selver Yıldız Bağdoğan, 2018"
References: Önce İnsan Önce İletişim/Erol Yılmaz, 2018

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Quizzes 4 % 20
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 50
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 13 3 39
Study Hours Out of Class 12 2 24
Quizzes 4 10 40
Midterms 1 2 2
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 107

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 industrial engineering subjects; use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve complex engineering problems.
2) Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3) Design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; apply modern design methods for this purpose. The ability to apply modern design methods to meet this objective.
4) Devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in industrial engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively.
5) Design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to industrial engineering.
6) Cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working independently.
7) Demonstrate effective communication skills in both oral and written English and Turkish. Writing and understanding reports, preparing design and production reports, making effective presentations, giving and receiving clear and understandable instructions.
8) Recognize the need for lifelong learning; show ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously educate him/herself. 4
9) Develop an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility, and behaving accordingly. Information about the standards used in engineering applications. 3
10) Know business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. 4
11) Know contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of modern age engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; recognize the legal consequences of engineering solutions. 4
12) Develop effective and efficient managerial skills.