BIOENGINEERING (ENGLISH, PHD)
PhD TR-NQF-HE: Level 8 QF-EHEA: Third Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 8

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
QUA6999 Qualifying Exam Spring 0 0 0 30
The course opens with the approval of the Department at the beginning of each semester

Basic information

Language of instruction: En
Type of course: Must Course
Course Level:
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Prof. Dr. ELİF OKAN
Course Objectives: The Doctoral Qualifying Exam prepares students to demonstrate mastery of their field's core knowledge and advanced topics. It aims to assess students' analytical skills, critical thinking, and readiness to pursue independent research. This exam also ensures that candidates can synthesize knowledge across disciplines relevant to their research focus.

Learning Outputs

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of core and specialized areas related to the doctoral field of study.
Apply critical thinking to synthesize and evaluate key theories, concepts, and methodologies.
Exhibit readiness for independent research by identifying and addressing complex research questions.

Course Content

The course includes preparation for core subject areas and advanced topics relevant to the student’s doctoral research. Activities involve literature review, identifying key theories and methodologies, and addressing gaps in knowledge. The syllabus culminates in comprehensive written and/or oral examinations designed to evaluate academic readiness.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Exam Preparation
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14) Exam Preparation

Sources

Course Notes: Program Courses
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Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance % 0
Laboratory % 0
Application % 0
Field Work % 0
Special Course Internship (Work Placement) % 0
Quizzes % 0
Homework Assignments % 0
Presentation % 0
Project % 0
Seminar % 0
Midterms % 0
Preliminary Jury % 0
Final 1 % 100
Paper Submission % 0
Jury % 0
Bütünleme % 0
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 0
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 100
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 0 0 0
Laboratory 0 0 0
Application 0 0 0
Special Course Internship (Work Placement) 0 0 0
Field Work 0 0 0
Study Hours Out of Class 14 53 742
Presentations / Seminar 0 0 0
Project 0 0 0
Homework Assignments 0 0 0
Quizzes 0 0 0
Preliminary Jury 0 0 0
Midterms 0 0 0
Paper Submission 0 0 0
Jury 0 0 0
Final 1 5 5
Total Workload 747

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) Follows scientific literature, analyzes it critically and uses it effectively in solving engineering problems.
2) Asks the right questions for scientific innovative designs in the field of Bioengineering, plans, implements, manages and documents innovative work.
3) Independently conducts studies in the field of Bioengineering, examines them in depth, takes responsibility and evaluates the results obtained from a critical point of view. 5
4) Presents the results of his/her research and projects effectively in written, oral and visual form in accordance with academic standards.
5) Conducts independent research on topics related to Bioengineering that require deep expertise, develops original ideas and transfers this knowledge to practice.
6) Uses advanced theoretical and practical knowledge specific to Bioengineering effectively.
7) Acts in accordance with professional, scientific and ethical values; takes responsibility by considering the social, environmental and ethical impacts of engineering practices.