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
EEE4931	Special Topics in Electrical and Electronics Engineering I	Fall	3	0	3	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:	Face to face
Course Coordinator :	Prof. Dr. ŞEREF KALEM
Recommended Optional Program Components:	None
Course Objectives:	The aim of this course is to review the latest developments in electrical engineering. Topics may include but are not limited to image and video processing, speech processing, telecommunications, wireless networks, biomedical engineering. The students will conduct a literature survey on recent papers in a selected research topic and will present their results to the class. Students will also have an opportunity to discuss with local guest speakers.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Search for the recent papers
2. Review the recent papers
3. Identify the important articles about hot topics in the field
4. Identify the areas of controversy among research results if possible
5. Report the results of the literature review as a technical document
6. Present the results of the literature review in class
7. Discuss with local guest speakers

Course Content

Introduction to Special Topics in Electrical Engineering, guest speaker presentations, literature review, student presentations, writing a technical report

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction to Special Topics in Electrical Engineering
2)	Guest speaker presentation
3)	Guest speaker presentation
4)	Guest speaker presentation
5)	Guest speaker presentation
6)	Guest speaker presentation
7)	Guest speaker presentation
8)	Student presentation
9)	Student presentation
10)	Student presentation
11)	Student presentation
12)	Student presentation
13)	Student presentation
14)	Student presentation

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	NA
References:	NA

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Attendance	1	% 20
Homework Assignments	1	% 30
Presentation	1	% 50
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		%
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	3	42
Study Hours Out of Class	14	6	84
Homework Assignments	1	25	25
Total Workload			151

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.