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Course Description Course Name : Seminar Course Code : YLJMS-102 Course Type : Optional Level of Course : Second Cycle Year of Study : 1 Course Semester : Spring (16 Weeks) ECTS : 6 Name of Lecturer(s) : Prof.Dr. NİYAZİ AVŞAR Prof.Dr. ÜMİT ŞAFAK Prof.Dr. KEMAL GÜRBÜZ Prof.Dr. ATİKE NAZİK Prof.Dr. ULVİCAN ÜNLÜGENÇ Prof.Dr. OSMAN PARLAK Prof.Dr. HASAN ÇETİN Prof.Dr. ŞAZİYE BOZDAĞ Assoc.Prof.Dr. SEDAT TÜRKMEN Asst.Prof.Dr. HAKAN GÜNEYLİ Instructor HATİCE KARAKILÇIK Asst.Prof.Dr. TOLGA ÇAN Asst.Prof.Dr. MUSTAFA AKYILDIZ Asst.Prof.Dr. İSMAİL ALTAY ACAR Learning Outcomes of the Course : Has proficiency in drawing on extant literature when formulating a research question and/or conducting a research. Has an awareness of and appreciate ethical principles in research. Has proficiency in reviewing, analyzing and interpreting existing knowledge that is needed for resolving scientific problems. Has the ability to report extant knowledge with adherence to scientific procedures and principles. Has the ability to present the research results effectively in front of audience. Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : The objectives of this course are i) to guide students in reading extant literature in a specific area, and ii) to help students discuss, interpret, present and synthesize extant knowledge in the area of their research. Course Contents : The seminar is a required part of the graduate program. It involves classifying information and documentary facts, and writing and presenting findings and results in a scientific manner. Language of Instruction : Turkish Work Place : Department of Geological engineering seminar room.   Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods 1 Literature review on research topic, Preparation for seminar Lecture, discussion 2 Literature review on research topic, Preparation for seminar Lecture, discussion 3 Literature review on research topic, Preparation for seminar Lecture, discussion 4 Literature review on research topic, Preparation for seminar Lecture, discussion 5 Literature review on research topic, Preparation for seminar Lecture, discussion 6 Literature review on research topic, Preparation for seminar Lecture, discussion 7 Literature review on research topic, Preparation for seminar Lecture, discussion 8 Literature review on research topic, Preparation for seminar Lecture, discussion 9 Literature review on research topic, Preparation for seminar Lecture, discussion 10 Literature review on research topic, Preparation for seminar Lecture, discussion 11 Literature review on research topic, Preparation for seminar Lecture, discussion 12 Literature review on research topic, Preparation for seminar Lecture, discussion 13 Literature review on research topic, Preparation for seminar Lecture, discussion 14 Literature review on research topic, Preparation for seminar Lecture, discussion 15 Literature review on research topic, Preparation for seminar Lecture, discussion 16/17 Seminar presentation Preparation for seminar Oral presentation   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  All material recommended by advisor Required Course Material(s)   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 50     Homeworks/Projects/Others 14 50 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 Know how to use mathematics, science and engineering knowledge gained at undergraduate level to solve advanced geological engineering problems 5 2 Have the ability to define the problems of geological engineering in advanced level, formulate and solve them 5 3 Have advanced hypothetical and applied knowledge in geological engineering fields 5 4 Have the ability to prepare and evaluate projects in geological engineering 5 5 Have the ability to evaluate scientific and social values for societies and to transfer them to others at every level 5 6 Have the ability to do research independently in his/her field as well as in other fields and present the results effectively 5 7 Have the ability to be aware of life-long learning and follow the innovations in his/her field and to be able to use them efficiently 5 8 Have the ability to work individually, in a team, and in multidisciplinary fields. 5 9 Have the ability to use modern technologies and computer simulation to develop new projects and solve advanced engineering problems 5 10 Have the ability to use advanced knowledge in geological engineering field to think systematically and solve problems in multidisciplinary approaches 5 11 Have ethical responsibility to understand universal and social effects for applications of geological engineering and efficient usage of natural resources 5 * 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 2 28     Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 5 70 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 14 3 42     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 2 2     Final Exam 1 2 2 Total Workload: 144 Total Workload / 25 (h): 5.76 ECTS Credit: 6