CIVIL ENGINEERING | |||||
Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 |
Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
GEP0621 | Internal Communication and Innovation Management | Spring | 3 | 0 | 3 | 4 |
The course opens with the approval of the Department at the beginning of each semester |
Language of instruction: | En |
Type of course: | GE-Elective |
Course Level: | Bachelor |
Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
Course Coordinator : | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ŞAFAK ŞAHİN |
Course Lecturer(s): |
Prof. Dr. İDİL KARADEMİRLİDAĞ SUHER |
Course Objectives: | Upon completion of the course, students will, have information about content and functions of internal communication, relationship between organizational culture and communication, techniques used for internal communication, innovation and organizational innovation. |
The students who have succeeded in this course; The students who have succeeded in this course students will be able to; 1) Define the communication process and learn dynamics of communication. 2) Recognize internal communication and its concepts. 3) Identify the relationship between organizational culture and internal communication. 4)Comprehend the importance of interğersonal communication for internal communication. 5) Manage the process of data collection, management and finding innovative solutions. 6) Develop a competence to develop innovative projects in accordance with organizational identity. 7)Notice the obstacles for innovative thinking. 8)Present an innovative idea to the organizational management efficiently. 9) Recognize when an idea is precious and innovative. 10)Learn about the differences between innovative and traditional organizational cultures 11)Present innovative solutions for organizations towards internal communication. |
Communication process, internal communication, organizational culture and its elements, types of internal communication, interpersonal communication and its characteristics,innovation and related concepts, innovation models, innovative organizational culture and protection of innovations. |
Week | Subject | Related Preparation | |
1) | Introduction of the course | ||
2) | Definition of the communication process and its elements | ||
3) | Concepts of internal and external communication | ||
4) | Organizational culture and related concepts | ||
5) | The relationship between organizational culture and internal communication | ||
6) | Types of internal communication | ||
7) | Interpersonal communication and its characteristics | ||
8) | Interpersonal communication and its characteristics 2 - Midterm | ||
9) | Innovation and related concepts | ||
10) | Models of innovation | ||
11) | Management of innovation | ||
12) | Innovative organizational culture | ||
13) | Protection of innovation | ||
14) | Presentations |
Course Notes: | The Interpersonal Communication Book. Joseph A. Devito. Strategy and Communication for Innovation. Pfeffermann & Nicole. |
References: |
Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
Attendance | 1 | % 10 |
Laboratory | 0 | % 0 |
Application | 0 | % 0 |
Field Work | 0 | % 0 |
Special Course Internship (Work Placement) | 0 | % 0 |
Quizzes | 0 | % 0 |
Homework Assignments | 1 | % 10 |
Presentation | 2 | % 10 |
Project | 0 | % 0 |
Seminar | 0 | % 0 |
Midterms | 1 | % 30 |
Preliminary Jury | 0 | % 0 |
Final | 1 | % 40 |
Paper Submission | 0 | % 0 |
Jury | 0 | % 0 |
Bütünleme | % 0 | |
Total | % 100 | |
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 60 | |
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 40 | |
Total | % 100 |
Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Application | 13 | 3 | 39 |
Special Course Internship (Work Placement) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Field Work | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Study Hours Out of Class | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Presentations / Seminar | 2 | 10 | 20 |
Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Homework Assignments | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Quizzes | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Preliminary Jury | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Midterms | 1 | 10 | 10 |
Paper Submission | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Jury | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Final | 1 | 15 | 15 |
Total Workload | 126 |
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. |