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  Course Description
Course Name : Reliability Theory

Course Code : ISB-564

Course Type : Optional

Level of Course : Second Cycle

Year of Study : 1

Course Semester : Spring (16 Weeks)

ECTS : 6

Name of Lecturer(s) : Assoc.Prof.Dr. GÜZİN YÜKSEL

Learning Outcomes of the Course : Know the basic concepts of reliability.
Learn the basic reliability models
Make the estimation of reliability for different systems.
Know the probability plotting techniques
Calculate the ratio of the hazard.
Solve problems related to reliability

Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face

Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None

Recommended Optional Programme Components : None

Aim(s) of Course : The aim of this course is to introduce reliability concept to graduate students. Reliability estimation for different systems and reliability models will be taught in this course.

Course Contents : Basic concepts of reliability theory, The Failure Distribution, Constant Failure Rate Model, Time-Dependent Failure Models, Reliability of Systems, Physical Reliability Models, Design for Reliability, Maintainability, Design for Maintainability, Reliability Testing

Language of Instruction : Turkish

Work Place : Department Seminar Room


  Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities
Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1 Basic concepts of reliability theory Reading source books Face to face description method
2 The Failure Distribution Reading source books Face to face description method
3 Constant Failure Rate Model Reading source books Face to face description method,solving problem on board
4 Constant Failure Rate Model Reading source books Face to face description method,solving problem on board
5 Time-Dependent Failure Models Reading source books Face to face description method,solving problem on board
6 Time-Dependent Failure Models Reading source books Face to face description method,solving problem on board
7 Applications Reading source books Face to face description method,solving problem on board
8 Mid-term exam Review the topics discussed in the lecture notes Written exam
9 Reliability of Systems Reading source books Face to face description method,solving problem on board
10 Reliability of Systems Reading source books Face to face description method,solving problem on board
11 Physical Reliability Models Reading source books Face to face description method,solving problem on board
12 Design for Reliability Reading source books Face to face description method,solving problem on board
13 Maintainability Reading source books Face to face description method,solving problem on board
14 Design for Maintainability Reading source books Face to face description method,solving problem on board
15 Reliability Testing Reading source books Face to face description method,solving problem on board
16/17 Final Exam Review the topics discussed in the lecture notes Written exam


  Required Course Resources
Resource Type Resource Name
Recommended Course Material(s)   An introduction to Reliability and Maintainability Engineering, Charles E. Ebeling McGRAW-Hill Comp, 1997.
 Miller and Freund´s Probability and Statistics for Engineers, R. Johnson, Pearson Prentice Hall, 2005.
Required Course Material(s)


  Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria
Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 60
    Homeworks/Projects/Others 5 40
Total 100
Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40
 
Final Assessments 100
Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60
Total 100

  Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes
# Key Learning Outcome Contribution*
1 Possess advanced level of theoretical and applicable knowledge in the field of Probability and Statistics. 4
2 Conduct scientific research on Mathematics, Probability and Statistics. 4
3 Possess information, skills and competencies necessary to pursue a PhD degree in the field of Statistics. 5
4 Possess comprehensive information on the analysis and modeling methods used in Statistics. 4
5 Present the methods used in analysis and modeling in the field of Statistics. 4
6 Discuss the problems in the field of Statistics. 3
7 Implement innovative methods for resolving problems in the field of Statistics. 3
8 Develop analytical modeling and experimental research designs to implement solutions. 3
9 Gather data in order to complete a research. 4
10 Develop approaches for solving complex problems by taking responsibility. 5
11 Take responsibility with self-confidence. 4
12 Have the awareness of new and emerging applications in the profession 4
13 Present the results of their studies at national and international environments clearly in oral or written form. 4
14 Oversee the scientific and ethical values during data collection, analysis, interpretation and announcment of the findings. 3
15 Update his/her knowledge and skills in statistics and related fields continously 4
16 Communicate effectively in oral and written form both in Turkish and English. 3
17 Use hardware and software required for statistical applications. 4
* Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).

  Student Workload - ECTS
Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
    Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42
    Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 3 42
Assesment Related Works
    Homeworks, Projects, Others 5 6 30
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 10 10
    Final Exam 1 15 15
Total Workload: 139
Total Workload / 25 (h): 5.56
ECTS Credit: 6