GEP0601 Communication in Local GovernmentsBahçeşehir UniversityDegree Programs CIVIL ENGINEERINGGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational QualificationsBologna Commission
CIVIL 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
GEP0601 Communication in Local Governments Fall
Spring
3 0 3 5
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 : Dr. BURCU ALARSLAN ULUDAŞ
Recommended Optional Program Components: Yok
Course Objectives: To improve the students’ capability to see their city through a communication perspective, raise their awareness and offers to -experience the process from theories to real campaigns.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1- they will know the communication language and tone of the message and the style of communication of a city
2- they analyze the deep relation between communication and the city with reference to theories.
3- They evaluate the difference between theory and practice.
4- They get aware of how to use theories and compare theories with real life based on real examples
5- They will examine with which insight, theories are applied to their city
6- They will deeply grasp the relation between the communication concept and the city where they live.

Course Content

Starting from corporate communication skills in local governments through social marketing, including the international organizations and projects adding value to the city, each subject is explained with the real campaign samples.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) introduction; local governments and communication
2) governments, subsidiaries and corporate communication
3) social marketing
4) social services and municipalities
5) international organizations and the city
6) To add brand value to the city by sports
7) To add brand value to the city by congress and tourism
8) repositioning the annual celebrations and add value to the city
9) To add value to the city by culture and arts IBB 8th year catalogue
10) education and urban life
11) activities for the youths and to add value to the city
12) public transportation in urban life IBB annual reports
13) urban life and environment
14) urban life and technology

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Kampanya örnekleri ve raporları, IBB faaliyet raporları, Istanbul Guide, IBB 8. Yıl kataloğu

IBB annual reports, Istanbul guide, various articles, IBB 8th year catalogue
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Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 14 % 10
Homework Assignments 1 % 10
Midterms 1 % 30
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 14 3 42
Homework Assignments 1 10 10
Midterms 1 15 15
Final 1 25 25
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) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and civil engineering; the ability to use theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3) Ability to design a complex system, process, structural and/or structural members to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4) Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in civil engineering applications; ability to use civil engineering technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the study of complex engineering problems or civil engineering research topics.
6) Ability to work effectively within and multi-disciplinary teams; individual study skills.
7) Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing.
8) Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information to follow developments in civil engineering technology.
9) To act in accordance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility; having awareness of the importance of employee workplace health and safety.
10) Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11) Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal consequences of civil engineering solutions.