| Language of instruction: |
English |
| Type of course: |
Non-Departmental Elective |
| Course Level: |
Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
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| Mode of Delivery: |
Face to face
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| Course Coordinator : |
Prof. Dr. ELİF OKAN |
| Recommended Optional Program Components: |
None |
| Course Objectives: |
Our lives are governed by organizations in almost all aspects. From birth to different levels of education and work, we find ourselves in many organizational contexts. Among the reasons for the presence of many organizations in our daily lives are they provide order in the larger society and act as places to help people achieve their goals when they cannot or do not want to achieve them alone. So, it is possible to define an organization as a group of people (and systems) oriented towards a common goal.
Organizations sustain their lives through management, which can be defined as the art and science of helping people achieve their goals together. Managers determine the direction for the organization and how the goals are to be realized. More formally, managers formulate and implement strategies at all levels within an organization. While managing organizations, they need to address the behavioral dynamics within an organization. This course aims at these dynamics, which concern the individuals, practices, processes and structure. The content, readings and activities we engage in will help you better understand the elements of organizational life, and how to effectively contribute to the organizations you join. |
| Week |
Subject |
Related Preparation |
| 1) |
Introduction to the course |
Overview of the syllabus
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| 2) |
What is Organizational Behavior?
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Robbins: Chapter 1 |
| 3) |
Job Performance and Organizational Attitudes
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Robbins: Chapter 3
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| 4) |
Personality, Individual & Cultural Values |
Robbins: Chapter 4 |
| 5) |
Perception, Learning and Decision Making |
Robbins: Chapter 5 |
| 6) |
Motivation Concepts and Applications |
Robbins: Chapters 7 & 8 |
| 7) |
Managing Groups and Teams |
Robbins: Chapters 9 & 10 |
| 8) |
Leadership |
Robbins: Chapter 13 |
| 9) |
Organizational Culture |
Robbins: Chapter 15 |
| 10) |
Organizational Culture |
Robbins: Chapter 15
Progress report submissions via Itslearning |
| 11) |
Organizational Change and Stress Management |
Robbins: Chapter 17 |
| 12) |
Quiz |
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| 13) |
Group Presentations |
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| 14) |
Group Presentations |
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| Course Notes / Textbooks: |
Robbins, S. P. and Judge, T. A. (2019). Organizational Behavior, 18th Edition (Global Edition), Pearson Education. |
| References: |
Colquitt, J., Lepine, J. and Wesson, M. (2016). Organizational Behavior: Improving Performance and Commitment in the Workplace, 5th edition. McGraw-Hill/Irwin.
Periodicals including New York Times, The Economist, Bloomberg, Financial Times, etc…
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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. |
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| 2) |
Identify, formulate, and solve complex Mechatronics Engineering problems; select and apply proper modeling and analysis methods for this purpose. |
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| 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. |
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| 4) |
Devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in Mechatronics Engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively. |
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| 5) |
Design and conduct numerical or pysical experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to Mechatronics Engineering. |
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| 6) |
Cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working on Mechatronics-related problems. |
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| 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. |
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| 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. |
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| 9) |
Develop an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility, and behave accordingly. Be informed about the standards used in Mechatronics Engineering applications. |
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| 10) |
Learn about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. |
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| 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. |
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