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
CMP1401 Introduction to Programming (C) Fall 2 2 3 6

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Must Course
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Dr. Öğr. Üyesi GÖRKEM KAR
Course Lecturer(s): RA ÇİĞDEM ERİŞ
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi TARKAN AYDIN
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ERKUT ARICAN
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi CEMAL OKAN ŞAKAR
Dr. UTKU GÜLEN
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ÖVGÜ ÖZTÜRK ERGÜN
Prof. Dr. NAFİZ ARICA
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: The course aims to teach the syntax and use of major constructs of the C language. Fundamental programming concepts will be discussed and students will gain hands-on experience to develop their programming and algorithmic thinking skills.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
I. An ability to design elementary computer algorithms.
II. An ability to develop code following the principles of C programming language.
III. An ability to use various types of selection contructs in a C program
IV. An ability to use repetition constructs in a C program.
V. An ability to use simple data structures like arrays in a C program.
VI. An ability to define and correctly call functions in a C program

Course Content

Introduction, printf, scanf, variables, operators, constants, data types, assignment, type conversions, type casting, post/pre-increment/decrement, if, nested if, logical operators, switch, while, for, do-while loops, nested loops, break, continue, functions, scope, macro-substitution, pointers, variable parameters, arrays, passing arrays to functions, sorting and binary search, File I/O, strings, multi-dimensional arrays, structures.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction, printf, scanf, variables, operators, constants
2) Data types, assignment, type conversions, type casting, post/pre-increment/decrement
3) If, nested if, logical operators, switch
4) While, for, do-while loops
5) Nested loops, break, continue
6) Functions, scope, macro-substitution
7) Pointers, variable parameters
8) Arrays, passing arrays to functions
9) Sorting and binary search
10) File I/O
11) Strings
12) Multi-dimensional arrays
13) Structures
14) Review
15) Final
16) Final

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: C How to Program, 6/E, Paul Deitel Harvey M. Deitel, Prentice Hall, 2009


References: The C Programming Language, Brian W. Kernighan, Dennis M. Ritchie, Prentice Hall

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Laboratory 12 % 25
Midterms 1 % 35
Final 1 % 40
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 14 28
Laboratory 14 28
Study Hours Out of Class 15 79
Midterms 1 2
Final 1 2
Total Workload 139

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. 5
2) Identify, formulate, and solve complex Mechatronics Engineering problems; select and apply proper modeling and analysis methods for this purpose. 5
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. 2
4) Devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in Mechatronics Engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively. 2
5) Design and conduct numerical or pysical experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to Mechatronics Engineering. 2
6) Cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working on Mechatronics-related problems. 2
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. 4
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. 4
9) Develop an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility, and behave accordingly. Be informed about the standards used in Mechatronics Engineering applications. 5
10) Learn about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. 2
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. 2