ECO1212 Introduction to Economics IIBahçeşehir UniversityDegree Programs CARTOON AND ANIMATIONGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational QualificationsBologna Commission
CARTOON AND ANIMATION
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
ECO1212 Introduction to Economics II Fall 3 0 3 8
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: Hybrid
Course Coordinator : Assoc. Prof. ÇAĞLAR YURTSEVEN
Course Lecturer(s): Assoc. Prof. ÇAĞLAR YURTSEVEN
Assoc. Prof. EMİN KÖKSAL
Prof. Dr. NECİP ÇAKIR
Prof. Dr. İPEK ALTINBAŞAK FARİNA
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: This course intends to give a comprehensive understanding of macroeconomics.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Use the basic concepts of economics to explain everyday life.
2. Explain the behavior of buyers and sellers in the market using basic economic theories.
3. Explain the role of government in influencing buyer and seller behavior in the market.
4. Explain the role of profits in a market economy.
5. Identify firm behaviors in different market structures.

Course Content

National Income Accounts, Cost Of Living and Inflation, Output, Economic Growth and Well Being, Financial Markets and the way They Function, Employment, Unemployment and Economic Performance, Monetary Economics and Policy, Macroeconomics for Open Economies, Open Economy in the short and medium runs, Monetary anf Fiscal Policies, Phillips Curve and Inflation

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Measuring a Nation’s Income
2) Measuring the Cost of Living
3) Production and Growth
4) Saving, Investment, and the Financial System
5) Unemployment and Its Natural Rates
6) The Monetary System
7) Money Growth and Inflation
8) Review
9) Open-Economy Macroeconomics: Basic Concepts
10) Macroeconomic Theory of the Open Economy
11) Aggregate Demand and Aggregate Supply
12) The Influence of Monetary and Fiscal Policy on Aggregate Demand
13) The Short-Run Tradeoff between Inflation and Unemployment
14) Course review

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Principles of Economis, N. Gregory Mankiw, South-Western College Pub; 6 edition
References:

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Midterms 1 % 50
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 3 16 48
Application 13 1 13
Study Hours Out of Class 13 10 130
Midterms 1 2 2
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 195

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) To have theoretical and practical knowledge and skills in cartoon and animation.
2) To be able to develop research, observation-experience, evaluation skills in the field of cartoon and animation and effectively communicate ideas, convincing actions and emotions using cartoon and animation and performance principles in every direction.
3) Making animated films with various artistic styles and techniques.
4) Designing the cartoon and animation production process using initiative, applying it with creativity and presenting it with personal style.
5) To be a team member in the production process of cartoon and animations, to be able to take responsibility and manage the team members under their responsibility and to lead them.
6) To be able to evaluate cartoon and animations in the framework of their knowledge and skills.
7) To be able to define and manage learning requirements in the field of cartoon and animation.
8) To be able to communicate with related organizations by sharing scientific and artistic works in cartoon and animation and to share information and skills in the field.
9) To monitor developments in the field of cartoon and animation using foreign languages ​​and to communicate with foreign colleagues.
10) To be able to use general information and communication technologies at advanced level with all kinds of technical tools and computer software used in cartoon and animations.
11) Using critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies in all aspects of development and production, effectively communicating ideas, emotions and intentions visually, verbally and in writing, and effectively incorporating technology in the development of cartoon and animation projects.
12) To have sufficient knowledge about ethical values ​​and universal values ​​in the field of cartoon and animation.