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Course Description Course Name : M. Sc. Thesis Course Code : YLMMT-301 Course Type : Compulsory Level of Course : Second Cycle Year of Study : 2 Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks) ECTS : 24 Name of Lecturer(s) : Assoc.Prof.Dr. SIDIKA SEREN GÜVEN AKAVCI Asst.Prof.Dr. SERPİL ÇERÇİ Instructor ALTAY ÇOLAK Asst.Prof.Dr. MUSTAFA YEĞİN Prof.Dr. ERKİN ERTEN Asst.Prof.Dr. ONUR KARAGENÇ ERMAN Asst.Prof.Dr. FAZİLET DUYGU SABAN Learning Outcomes of the Course : Gains knowledge and skills on scientific research process and techniques Gains competence in writing a scientific report and presenting findings in thesis format Gains ability for solving problems related to thesis writing process Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : To gain skills for undertaking scientific research and preparing findings of the research in thesis format within the framework of selected research topic in architecture. Course Contents : Definition of the research question, a detailed and complete review of existing literature on the subject, research methods used, main findings and evaluation of findings, suggestions for future work Language of Instruction : Turkish Work Place : Classroom   Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods 1 Designation of research topic Relevant reading and research Independent research, discussion with the supervisor 2 Designation of research topic Relevant reading and research Independent research, discussion with the supervisor 3 Literature review related to research topic Relevant reading and research Independent research, discussion with the supervisor 4 Literature review related to research topic Relevant reading and research Independent research, discussion with the supervisor 5 Literature review related to research topic Relevant reading and research Independent research, discussion with the supervisor 6 Literature review related to research topic Relevant reading and research Independent research, discussion with the supervisor 7 Literature review related to research topic Relevant reading and research Independent research, discussion with the supervisor 8 Literature review related to research topic Relevant reading and research Independent research, discussion with the supervisor 9 Literature review related to research topic Relevant reading and research Independent research, discussion with the supervisor 10 Methodological research related to research topic Relevant reading and research Independent research, discussion with the supervisor 11 Methodological research related to research topic Relevant reading and research Independent research, discussion with the supervisor 12 Methodological research related to research topic Relevant reading and research Independent research, discussion with the supervisor 13 Thesis study Relevant reading and research Independent research, discussion with the supervisor 14 Thesis study Relevant reading and research Independent research, discussion with the supervisor 15 Thesis study Relevant reading and research Independent research, discussion with the supervisor 16/17 Thesis study Relevant reading and research Independent research, discussion with the supervisor   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  Depends on the thesis subject  Day, R. (1996) How to Write and Publish A Scientific Paper, TÜBİTAK Publishing, Ankara Required Course Material(s)   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 0 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 Produces comprehensive projects related to the field: produces a comprehensive project using acquired knowledge, understanding and the skills [with an inter-disciplinary, multi-disciplinary, beyond disciplines approach] demonstrating the capacity of making decisions on different scales of design / planning. 0 2 On the basis of the competencies gained at the undergraduate level, has advanced level of knowledge and understanding that is needed for original studies in the fields of architecture, planning, and design. 3 3 Gains needed cognitive and practical skills required for competence in professional practice. 0 4 Gains skills for necessary specialized problem-solving skills to develop new knowledge and methods related to the field of research and to integrate knowledge from different fields. 5 5 Carries out academic research in a critical manner and participates in academic dialogues to reach critical and categorical results. 5 6 Manages an independent study that requires expertise in the relevant field. 5 7 Has the critical awareness about problems concerning the nature of knowledge, sources, production of knowledge and testing related to the fields of Architecture / Planning / design and other related areas. 4 8 Applies the acquired knowledge, understanding and problem-solving skills in new but unusual environments as well as in broader, interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary contexts. 0 9 Acts independently and takes responsibility in working and learning environments, defines and manages a project. 0 10 Manages and transforms working or learning contexts that require new, complex, unpredictable strategic approaches. 0 11 Contributes to the professional knowledge and practice of the teams that work in academic environment or application field and/or takes responsibility to review strategic performance. 0 12 Has the learning skills that allows largely independent management of education or pursues its own navigation. 5 13 Shares clearly and systematically the findings and conclusions reached as a result of a study and the basis of the knowledge and rationale of the findings with experts and non-experts. 4 14 Shows the dialectical thinking on social norms and relationships, leads for change. 0 15 Communicates written and orally, using at least one foreign language in the level of European Language Portfolio B2 General. 0 16 Uses language, symbols and texts interactively. 4 17 Uses computer software with information and communication technologies interactively in advanced level needed for the field. 3 18 Conducts an academic study in a critical and systematic way, carries out academic dialogue for critical and categorical results, presents and publishes papers in national and international environments. 4 19 Has the required competencies required to earn the certification for professional practice. 0 20 Integrates and handles complex situations, produces decisions with incomplete or limited information, being aware of the social and ethical responsibilities that may arise from the implementation of the decisions and the acquired knowledge, 0 * 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 14 196     Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 14 196 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 14 14 196     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 0 0 0     Final Exam 0 0 0 Total Workload: 588 Total Workload / 25 (h): 23.52 ECTS Credit: 24