COURSE INTRODUCTION AND APPLICATION INFORMATION


Course Name
Introduction to Engineering
Code
Semester
Theory
(hour/week)
Application/Lab
(hour/week)
Local Credits
ECTS
FENG 102
Spring
2
0
2
4
Prerequisites
None
Course Language
English
Course Type
Required
Course Level
First Cycle
Mode of Delivery -
Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s)
Assistant(s) -
Course Objectives The aim of the course is to examine the engineering aspects of various systems and devices. Student will gain exposure to the basic fields of engineering and the interrelationships among engineering, science, mathematics and society. Students will develop a number of skills that will help them excel in their chosen engineering field.
Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • perform teamwork tasks effectively
  • communicate effectively by writing
  • prepare a solid curriculum plan for each semester including summers
  • analyze a real-life problem and designing a solution process with team
  • use project management technics for problem solving
  • identify major problem-solving tools used in engineering practices
  • define basic units of length, time, mass, force, temperature, electric current, energy and power, and related parameters frequently observed in engineering problems
  • make an effective presentation
Course Description The course will cover basic engineering concepts such as units, engineering analysis and design process. The second half of the course will be dedicated to program-based introductory content.
Related Sustainable Development Goals

 



Course Category

Core Courses
Major Area Courses
Supportive Courses
X
Media and Managment Skills Courses
Transferable Skill Courses

 

WEEKLY SUBJECTS AND RELATED PREPARATION STUDIES

Week Subjects Required Materials
1 What is engineering as a career and profession? Textbook 1 : Chapter 1 Lecture Notes; http://fecs.ieu.edu.tr/
2 What is the impact of engineering and the contributions of engineers in the real world? Textbook 1 : Chapter 6 Lecture Notes; http://fecs.ieu.edu.tr/
3 Engineering analysis problem solving Textbook 1 : Chapter 2 Lecture Notes; http://fecs.ieu.edu.tr/
4 Project management Textbook 1 : Chapter 3; Textbook 2: Chapter Lecture Notes; http://fecs.ieu.edu.tr/
5 Team building and team works Textbook 1 : Chapter 3; Textbook 2: Chapter Lecture Notes; http://fecs.ieu.edu.tr/
6 Learning of literature review and writing a document Textbook 1 : Chapter 7 Lecture Notes; http://fecs.ieu.edu.tr/
7 Learning to make presentations. Textbook 1 : Chapter 7 Lecture Notes; http://fecs.ieu.edu.tr/
8 Midterm Exam
9 Engineering tools Textbook 1 : Chapter 4 Lecture Notes; http://fecs.ieu.edu.tr/
10 Engineering design process Textbook 1 : Chapter 2 Lecture Notes; http://fecs.ieu.edu.tr/
11 Program-based introductory content
12 Program-based introductory content
13 Program-based introductory content
14 Program-based introductory content
15 Semester Review
16 Final Exam
Course Notes/Textbooks

Design Concepts for Engineers, 4th edition by Mark Horenstein, 2009

ISBN-13: 978-0136069553    ISBN-10: 013606955X

Suggested Readings/Materials

Software Project Management, A Real World Guide to Success, Joel Henry, 2004, ISBN 032122342X

 

EVALUATION SYSTEM

Semester Activities Number Weigthing
Participation
Laboratory / Application
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
2
20
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments
Presentation / Jury
1
15
Project
1
30
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exam
Midterm
1
35
Final Exam
Total

Weighting of Semester Activities on the Final Grade
5
100
Weighting of End-of-Semester Activities on the Final Grade
Total

ECTS / WORKLOAD TABLE

Semester Activities Number Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours
(Including exam week: 16 x total hours)
16
2
32
Laboratory / Application Hours
(Including exam week: 16 x total hours)
16
Study Hours Out of Class
16
1
16
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
2
6
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments
Presentation / Jury
1
10
Project
1
30
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exam
Midterms
1
20
Final Exams
    Total
120

 

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES AND PROGRAM QUALIFICATIONS RELATIONSHIP

#
Program Competencies/Outcomes
* Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1

To have adequate knowledge in Mathematics, Science and Computer Engineering; to be able to use theoretical and applied information in these areas on complex engineering problems.

2

To be able to identify, define, formulate, and solve complex Computer Engineering problems; to be able to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.

X
3

To be able to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the requirements; to be able to apply modern design methods for this purpose.

4

To be able to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for analysis and solution of complex problems in Computer Engineering applications; to be able to use information technologies effectively.

5

To be able to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or Computer Engineering research topics.

6

To be able to work efficiently in Computer Engineering disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; to be able to work individually.

X
7

To be able to communicate effectively in Turkish, both orally and in writing; 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.

8

To have knowledge about global and social impact of Computer 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 Computer Engineering solutions.

9

To be aware of ethical behavior, professional and ethical responsibility; to have knowledge about standards utilized in engineering applications.

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.

X
11

To be able to collect data in the area of Computer Engineering, and to be able to communicate with colleagues in a foreign language. ("European Language Portfolio Global Scale", Level B1)

12

To be able to speak a second foreign language at a medium level of fluency efficiently.

13

To recognize the need for lifelong learning; to be able to access information, to be able to stay current with developments in science and technology; to be able to relate the knowledge accumulated throughout the human history to Computer Engineering.

X

*1 Lowest, 2 Low, 3 Average, 4 High, 5 Highest