GEP0502 Great Discoveries and Inventions in the History of ScienceBahçeşehir UniversityDegree Programs BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIONGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational QualificationsBologna Commission
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
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
GEP0502 Great Discoveries and Inventions in the History of Science Fall
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: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Assist. Prof. DERYA TARBUCK
Course Lecturer(s): Assist. Prof. DERYA TARBUCK
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: The aim of this course is to survey the development of science and technology in a historical context.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;

Course Content

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) PREHISTORY AND HISTORY VIDEOS AND LECTURE NOTES
2) RIVER VALLEY CIVILIZATIONS VIDEOS AND LECTURE NOTES
3) HELLENIC SCIENCE VIDEOS AND LECTURE NOTES
4) HELLENISTIC SCIENCE VIDEOS AND LECTURE NOTES
5) ISLAMIC CONTRIBUTION TO SCIENCE VIDEOS AND LECTURE NOTES WEEKLY ASSIGNMENT
6) CHINA’S CONTRIBUTION TO SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY VIDEOS AND LECTURE NOTES WEEKLY ASSIGNMENT
7) INDUS RIVER VALLEY CIVILIZATION AND SCIENCE VIDEOS AND LECTURE NOTES WEEKLY ASSIGNMENT
8) MESOAMERICAN CIVILIZATIONS AND SCIENCE VIDEOS AND LECTURE NOTES WEEKLY ASSIGNMENT
9) EUROPE AND SCIENCE VIDEOS AND LECTURE NOTES WEEKLY ASSIGNMENT
10) COPERNICUS VIDEOS AND LECTURE NOTES WEEKLY ASSIGNMENT
11) GALILEO VIDEOS AND LECTURE NOTES WEEKLY ASSIGNMENT
12) NEWTON VIDEOS AND LECTURE NOTES WEEKLY ASSIGNMENT
13) DARWIN VIDEOS AND LECTURE NOTES WEEKLY ASSIGNMENT
14) EINSTEIN VIDEOS AND LECTURE NOTES WEEKLY ASSIGNMENT

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:
References:

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 1 % 5
Midterms 1 % 35
Final 1 % 60
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 60
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Midterms 2 15 30
Final 1 20 20
Total Workload 92

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) Being able to identify problems and ask right questions 2
2) Having problem solving skills and developing necessary analytical attitude 1
3) Comprehending theoretical arguments along with counter arguments in detail 3
4) Gaining awareness of lifelong learning and being qualified for pursuing graduate education 4
5) Applying theoretical concepts in project planning 3
6) Communicating efficiently by accepting differences and carrying out compatible teamwork 4
7) Increasing efficiency rate in business environment
8) Developing innovative and creative solutions in face of uncertainty 3
9) Researching to gather information for understanding current threats and opportunities in business
10) Being aware of the effects of globalization on society and business while deciding 2
11) Possessing digital competence and utilizing necessary technology
12) Communicating in at least one foreign language in academic and daily life 3
13) Possessing managing skills and competence
14) Deciding with the awareness of the legal and ethical consequences of business operations
15) Expressing opinions that are built through critical thinking process in business and academic environment 3