Introduction to Engineering Design Project

Course Code:

MSN 491

Course Period:

Autumn

Course Type:

Core

Credits:

3

Theoric:

3

Practice:

0

Laboratory Hour:

0

ECTS:

4

Course Language:

English

Course Coordinator:

Taner Akbay

Course Assistants :

Bayram Güneş

Course Objectives:

This course aims to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to tackle the engineering project they will undertake in the eighth semester. The course is designed to provide instruction on drafting a comprehensive project proposal, which includes defining a tangible real-world issue and conducting a comprehensive survey of existing literature. Additionally, the course endeavors to enhance student’s understanding of subjects like Ethics and Sustainable Materials Management in Engineering through Coursera classes.

Course Content:

Within the scope of this course, students will learn how to prepare an engineering project proposal. In addition, students will be required to complete online classes covering Ethics, Technology, Engineering, and Circular Economy - Sustainable Materials Management. These classes are essential to ensuring that students have a comprehensive understanding of the ethical and sustainable considerations that must be taken into account when conducting engineering projects.

Course Methodology:

1: Lecture, 2: Question-Answer, 3: Discussion, 9: Simulation, 12: Case Study

Course Evaluation Methods:

A: Written exam, B: Multiple-choice exam C: Take-home quiz, D: Experiment report, E: Homework, F: Project, G: Presentation by student, H: …

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Course Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes	Programme Learning Outcomes	Teaching Methods	Assessment Methods
1) General information on literature survey and project proposal	1,2	6,7,8,10	D,E,F,G
2) Project and report planning	1,2	6,7,8,10	D,E,F,G
3) Writing reports and make oral presentation	1,2	10	10

Course Flow

COURSE CONTENT
Week	Topics	Study Materials
1	Introduction to Engineering Projects
2	Ethics, Technology, and Engineering Course
3	Ethics, Technology, and Engineering Course
4	Ethics, Technology, and Engineering Course
5	Ethics, Technology, and Engineering Course
6	Ethics, Technology, and Engineering Course
7	Ethics, Technology, and Engineering Course
8	Circular Economy - Sustainable Materials Management Course
9	Circular Economy - Sustainable Materials Management Course
10	Circular Economy - Sustainable Materials Management Course
11	Circular Economy - Sustainable Materials Management Course
12	Circular Economy - Sustainable Materials Management Course
13	Project Proposal Development
14	Project Proposal Development
15	Project Proposal Presentation

Recommended Sources

RECOMMENDED SOURCES
Textbook
Additional Resources

Material Sharing

MATERIAL SHARING
Documents	Articles related to project
Assignments	-
Exams	-

Assessment

ASSESSMENT
IN-TERM STUDIES	NUMBER	PERCENTAGE
Certificates	2	60
Project Proposal	1	40
Total		100
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL PROPSAL TO OVERALL GRADE		40
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE		60
Total		100

Course’s Contribution to Program

COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAMME
No	Program Learning Outcomes	Contribution
No	Program Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5
1a	Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline,					X
1b	Ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems.					X
2a	Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems,					X
2b	Ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3a	Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result,
3b	Ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4a	Ability to devise, select and use modern techniques and tools needed for analyzing and solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice.
4b	Ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5a	Ability to design experiments for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions,
5b	Ability to conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions.
6a	Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary teams,
6b	Ability to work efficiently in multi-disciplinary teams,
6c	Ability to work individually.					X
7a	Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, both orally and in writing,
7b	Knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language,
7c	Ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports,
7d	Ability to make effective presentations,					X
7e	Ability to give and receive clear and intelligible instructions.
8a	Recognition of the need for lifelong learning, ability to access information, ability to follow developments in science and technology,
8b	Ability to continue to educate him/herself.					X
9a	Consciousness to behave according to ethical principles and professional and ethical responsibility.
9b	Knowledge on standards used in engineering practice.
10a	Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, change management.
10b	Awareness in entrepreneurship and innovation.
10c	Knowledge about sustainable development.
11a	Knowledge about the global and social effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety,					X
11b	Knowledge about contemporary issues of the century reflected into the field of engineering.
11c	Awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

ECTS

ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Activities	Quantity	Duration (Hour)	Total Workload (Hour)
Course Duration	14	3	42
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice, review/week)	14	3	42
Reports (proposal preparation)	1	16	16
Total Workload			100
Total Workload / 25 (h)			4
ECTS Credit of the Course			4

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