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
DES1021	Introduction to Industrial Design	Fall	2	0	2	3

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 :	Assoc. Prof. MEHMET ASATEKİN
Course Lecturer(s):	Assoc. Prof. MEHMET ASATEKİN
Recommended Optional Program Components:	None
Course Objectives:	This course introduces the student to the discipline of industrial design through lectures, class discussion, one assignment, and two exams. It will provide the student with: - A general understanding of the subjects listed in the course description above. - An exposure to the visual world of industrial design. - Some experience of group discussion and teamwork. - The experience of researching, analyzing, and presenting on aspects of industrial design - Discuss the social, historical and cultural context of key art and design movements, theories and practices - Analyse a specific work of art or design related to own area of specialism

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
I- define design, industrial design, formation and evolution of the profession
II- identify the practice area of the profession and the other fields that industrial design relates
III- identify the role of industrial designer and process of industrial design
IV- define stages of design problem solving
V- debate on application of industrial design on specific problems and user groups
VI- analyze specific industrial design projects according to practice fields of the profession
VII- relate business and management to industrial design
VIII- debate on human factors, material and technology, manufacturing process, innovation and creativity in industrial design

Course Content

1. Introduction to the course.
2. Design, Industrial Design and Basic Concepts in Industrial Design
3. Design Process, Roles in Design Process and Design Criteria
4. Identifying Qualifications and Problems in Product Design
5. Color in Industrial Design
6. Collection and Process of Information in Design
7. Human Factors in Industrial Design
8. Special Topics in Industrial Design for Special Age Groups and Universal Design
9. Midterm exam
10. Business of Industrial Design
11. Presentation of papers
12. Presentation of papers
13. Presentation of papers
14. Presentation of papers
15. Design Ideation and Problem Solving
16. Innovation and Creativity in Decision Making

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction to the course.
2)	Design, Industrial Design and Basic Concepts in
3)	Design Process, Roles in Design Process and Design Criteria
4)	Identifying Qualifications and Problems in Product Design
5)	Color in Industrial Design
6)	Collection and Process of Information in Design
7)	Human Factors in Industrial Design
8)	Special Topics in Industrial Design for Special Age Groups and Universal Design
9)	Midterm
10)	Business of Industrial Design
11)	Presentation
12)	Presentation
13)	Presentation
14)	Presentation
15)	Design Ideation and Problem Solving
16)	Innovation and Creativity in Decision Making

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:

Slack, Laura. What is Product Design? UK: RotoVision, 2006.
Asatekin, Mehmet. Endüstri Tasarımında Ürün Kullanıcı İlişkileri. Ankara: ODTÜ Mimarlık Fakültesi Yayınevi. 1997.
Heskett, John. Industrial Design.London: Thames and Hudson, 1980.
Bayazıt, Nigan. Endüstriyel Tasarımcılar İçin Tasarlama Kuramları ve Metodları. İstanbul: Birsen yayınevi, 2004.
Clay, Robert. Beautiful Thing. An Introduction to Design. New York: Berg, 2009.

References:

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Attendance	16	% 10
Homework Assignments	8	% 20
Presentation	4	% 10
Midterms	1	% 30
Final	1	% 30
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 70
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 30
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	15	2	30
Application	15	2	30
Presentations / Seminar	4	2	8
Homework Assignments	1	5	5
Midterms	1	2	2
Final	1	2	2
Total Workload			77

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.