Self-routing autonomous robots by IUE engineers
An autonomous robot that can re-route using artificial intelligence, when it encounters an obstacle, has been developed with the project ...
Course Name |
Technical English for Engineers
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Code
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Semester
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Theory
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Application/Lab
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Local Credits
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ECTS
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ENG 210
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Spring
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3
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0
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3
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4
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Prerequisites |
None
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Course Language |
English
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Course Type |
Required
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Course Level |
First Cycle
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Mode of Delivery | - | |||||
Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course | DiscussionGroup WorkProblem SolvingCase StudyQ&ALecture / Presentation | |||||
National Occupation Classification | - | |||||
Course Coordinator | ||||||
Course Lecturer(s) | ||||||
Assistant(s) | - |
Course Objectives | The aim of this course is to advance the students’ ability to comprehend, execute and author technical instructions. It will also introduce students to the basics of technical report writing as well as written and oral professional communication, with a special focus on discipline-based style. Students will be able to effectively use the terminology taught in other engineering courses with correct grammar and supporting vocabulary. Students will be expected to write sample reports and present a semester project as part of a team. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes |
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Course Description | The course focuses on technical writing and oral presentation skills by engaging students in project work related to their departments. It also covers language areas specific to the genre of technical reports, summaries and project proposals. |
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Core Courses | |
Major Area Courses | ||
Supportive Courses | ||
Media and Management Skills Courses | ||
Transferable Skill Courses |
Week | Subjects | Related Preparation | Learning Outcome |
1 | Introduction to the Course - The 21st Century Engineer | McArthur Yalçuk, P. Axis: Technical English for Engineers, Unit1 (pp.1-11) | |
2 | Basics of Technical Writing | McArthur Yalçuk, P. Axis: Technical English for Engineers,Unit 2 (pp.12-27) | |
3 | Problem Solving | McArthur Yalçuk, P. Axis: Technical English for Engineers, Unit 2 (pp.28-39) | |
4 | Working as a Team | McArthur Yalçuk, P. Axis: Technical English for Engineers, Unit 4 (pp.40-50) | |
5 | Writing a Proposal | McArthur Yalçuk, P. Axis: Technical English for Engineers, Unit 5 (pp.51-61) | |
6 | Describing a process | McArthur Yalçuk, P. Axis: Technical English for Engineers, Unit 6 (pp.62-79) | |
7 | Giving Clear Instructions | McArthur Yalçuk, P. Axis: Technical English for Engineers, Unit 7 (pp 80-100) | |
8 | Midterm Review | McArthur Yalçuk, P. Axis: Technical English for Engineers, (pp 1-79) | |
9 | Practice Midterm Exam | - | |
10 | Writing a Technical Report | McArthur Yalçuk, P. Axis: Technical English for Engineers, Unit 8(pp.101-122) | |
11 | Writing a Technical Report | McArthur Yalçuk, P. Axis: Technical English for Engineers, Unit 8(pp.101-122) | |
12 | Effective Presentation Skills | McArthur Yalçuk, P. Axis: Technical English for Engineers, Unit 9 (pp.123-140) | |
13 | Finding a Job as an Engineer | McArthur Yalçuk, P. Axis: Technical English for Engineers, Unit 10 (pp.141-154) | |
14 | Project Result Presentations Final Assessment | ||
15 | Review of the semester | ||
16 | Final Exam |
Course Notes/Textbooks | McArthur Yalçuk, P. Axis: Technical English for Engineers |
Suggested Readings/Materials |
Semester Activities | Number | Weigthing | LO 1 | LO 2 | LO 3 | LO 4 | LO 5 | LO 6 | LO 7 |
Participation |
1
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10
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Laboratory / Application | |||||||||
Field Work | |||||||||
Quizzes / Studio Critiques | |||||||||
Portfolio | |||||||||
Homework / Assignments |
1
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30
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Presentation / Jury | |||||||||
Project | |||||||||
Seminar / Workshop | |||||||||
Oral Exams | |||||||||
Midterm |
1
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20
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Final Exam |
1
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40
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Total |
Weighting of Semester Activities on the Final Grade |
4
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60
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Weighting of End-of-Semester Activities on the Final Grade |
1
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40
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Total |
Semester Activities | Number | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
---|---|---|---|
Theoretical Course Hours (Including exam week: 16 x total hours) |
16
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3
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48
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Laboratory / Application Hours (Including exam week: '.16.' x total hours) |
16
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0
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Study Hours Out of Class |
14
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1
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14
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Field Work |
0
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Quizzes / Studio Critiques |
0
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Portfolio |
0
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||
Homework / Assignments |
3
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6
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18
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Presentation / Jury |
0
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Project |
0
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Seminar / Workshop |
0
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Oral Exam |
0
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Midterms |
1
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10
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10
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Final Exam |
1
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30
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30
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Total |
120
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PC Sub | Program Competencies/Outcomes |
* Contribution Level
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1
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2
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5
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To have knowledge in Mathematics, science, physics knowledge based on mathematics; mathematics with multiple variables, differential equations, statistics, optimization and linear algebra; to be able to use theoretical and applied knowledge in complex engineering problems |
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2 |
To be able to identify, define, formulate, and solve complex mechatronics engineering problems; to be able to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. |
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3 |
To be able to design a complex electromechanical system, process, device or product with sensor, actuator, control, hardware, and software to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; to be able to apply modern design methods for this purpose. |
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To be able to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in Mechatronics Engineering applications; to be able to use information technologies effectively. |
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To be able to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating Mechatronics Engineering problems. |
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To be able to work effectively in Mechatronics Engineering disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; to be able to work individually. |
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7 |
To be able to communicate effectively in Turkish, both in oral and written forms; to be able to author and comprehend written reports, to be able to prepare design and implementation reports, to present effectively, to be able to give and receive clear and comprehensible instructions. |
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8 |
To have knowledge about global and social impact of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; to have knowledge about contemporary issues as they pertain to engineering; to be aware of the legal ramifications of engineering solutions. |
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9 |
To be aware of ethical behavior, professional and ethical responsibility; information on standards used in engineering applications. |
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10 |
To have knowledge about industrial practices such as project management, risk management and change management; to have awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; to have knowledge about sustainable development. |
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11 |
Using a foreign language, he collects information about Mechatronics Engineering and communicates with his colleagues. ("European Language Portfolio Global Scale", Level B1) |
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X
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12 |
To be able to use the second foreign language at intermediate level. |
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13 |
To recognize the need for lifelong learning; to be able to access information; to be able to follow developments in science and technology; to be able to relate the knowledge accumulated throughout the human history to Mechatronics Engineering. |
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