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CourseCodeSemesterT+P (Hour)CreditECTS
TECHNOLOGY, SOCIETY and ETHICS -Spring Semester2+022
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of CourseEnglish
Course LevelFirst Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Course TypeRequired
Course CoordinatorProf.Dr. Talip ALP
Name of Lecturer(s)Prof.Dr. Talip ALP
Assistant(s)
Aim
Course ContentThis course contains; Science Before Science: Mesopotamia and Egypt ,The Land of the Greeks - Science and Scientific Method,The Roads to Baghdad - Research Concept,‘Abbasid Baghdad: The House of Wisdom - Research Processes,‘Spiritual Physick’ - Research Models,From Baghdad to Central Asia,The Cure of Ignorance - Data Collection in Research,Fatimid Cairo: The Science of Light - The Debates in Plagiarism,Ayyubid and Mamluk Cairo: Healing Body and Soul - Findings and Interprediction in Research,Ingenious Mechanical Devices - Results and Recommendations in Research,Islamic Technology ,Al-Andalus ,On Ethics,On Ethics.
Dersin Öğrenme KazanımlarıTeaching MethodsAssessment Methods
The student learn the development process of science and technology throughout history.14, 9A, E
The student understandsthe impact of political will, social philosophy, financial support, encouragement and stability on the development of science and technology with concrete examples.14, 16, 9A, E
The student see that the welfare and independence of society can only be sustainable thanks to modern science and superior technology.14, 9A, E
The student is able to establish connections between contemporary science and technology, superior professional equipment and a successful economy in global competition.14, 9A, E
5. Recognize scientific research techniques10, 13, 16, 19, 9A
6. Evaluates the ethical rules in the publication process of scientific articles10, 13, 16, 19, 9A
7. Plans the research project preparation process10, 13, 16, 19, 9A
8. Applies ethical rules in scientific research and project preparation processes.10, 13, 16, 19, 9A
9. Summarizes intellectual property rights10, 13, 16, 19, 9A
Teaching Methods:10: Discussion Method, 13: Case Study Method, 14: Self Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework

Course Outline

OrderSubjectsPreliminary Work
1Science Before Science: Mesopotamia and Egypt
2The Land of the Greeks - Science and Scientific Method
3The Roads to Baghdad - Research Concept
4‘Abbasid Baghdad: The House of Wisdom - Research Processes
5‘Spiritual Physick’ - Research Models
6From Baghdad to Central Asia
7The Cure of Ignorance - Data Collection in Research
8Fatimid Cairo: The Science of Light - The Debates in Plagiarism
9Ayyubid and Mamluk Cairo: Healing Body and Soul - Findings and Interprediction in Research
10Ingenious Mechanical Devices - Results and Recommendations in Research
11Islamic Technology
12Al-Andalus
13On Ethics
14On Ethics
Resources
John Freely , “Light from the East : How the Science of Medieval Islam Helped to Shape the Western World”

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
NoProgram QualificationContribution Level
12345
1
Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas in the solution of complex engineering problems.
X
2
Ability to formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
X
3
Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
X
4
Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools needed for analyzing and solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5
Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions.
X
6
Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
X
7
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and intelligible instructions.
X
8
Awareness of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
X
9
Knowledge on behavior according ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility and standards used in engineering practices.
X
10
Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness in entrepreneurship, innovation; knowledge about sustainable development.
X
11
Knowledge about the global and social effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety, and contemporary issues of the century reflected into the field of engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.
X

Assessment Methods

Contribution LevelAbsolute Evaluation
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success 30
Rate of Final Exam to Success 70
Total 100
ECTS / Workload Table
ActivitiesNumber ofDuration(Hour)Total Workload(Hour)
Course Hours12224
Guided Problem Solving000
Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report616
Term Project000
Presentation of Project / Seminar111
Quiz000
Midterm Exam717
General Exam717
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan000
Total Workload(Hour)45
Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(45/30)2
ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit.

Detail Informations of the Course

Course Description

CourseCodeSemesterT+P (Hour)CreditECTS
TECHNOLOGY, SOCIETY and ETHICS -Spring Semester2+022
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of CourseEnglish
Course LevelFirst Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Course TypeRequired
Course CoordinatorProf.Dr. Talip ALP
Name of Lecturer(s)Prof.Dr. Talip ALP
Assistant(s)
Aim
Course ContentThis course contains; Science Before Science: Mesopotamia and Egypt ,The Land of the Greeks - Science and Scientific Method,The Roads to Baghdad - Research Concept,‘Abbasid Baghdad: The House of Wisdom - Research Processes,‘Spiritual Physick’ - Research Models,From Baghdad to Central Asia,The Cure of Ignorance - Data Collection in Research,Fatimid Cairo: The Science of Light - The Debates in Plagiarism,Ayyubid and Mamluk Cairo: Healing Body and Soul - Findings and Interprediction in Research,Ingenious Mechanical Devices - Results and Recommendations in Research,Islamic Technology ,Al-Andalus ,On Ethics,On Ethics.
Dersin Öğrenme KazanımlarıTeaching MethodsAssessment Methods
The student learn the development process of science and technology throughout history.14, 9A, E
The student understandsthe impact of political will, social philosophy, financial support, encouragement and stability on the development of science and technology with concrete examples.14, 16, 9A, E
The student see that the welfare and independence of society can only be sustainable thanks to modern science and superior technology.14, 9A, E
The student is able to establish connections between contemporary science and technology, superior professional equipment and a successful economy in global competition.14, 9A, E
5. Recognize scientific research techniques10, 13, 16, 19, 9A
6. Evaluates the ethical rules in the publication process of scientific articles10, 13, 16, 19, 9A
7. Plans the research project preparation process10, 13, 16, 19, 9A
8. Applies ethical rules in scientific research and project preparation processes.10, 13, 16, 19, 9A
9. Summarizes intellectual property rights10, 13, 16, 19, 9A
Teaching Methods:10: Discussion Method, 13: Case Study Method, 14: Self Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework

Course Outline

OrderSubjectsPreliminary Work
1Science Before Science: Mesopotamia and Egypt
2The Land of the Greeks - Science and Scientific Method
3The Roads to Baghdad - Research Concept
4‘Abbasid Baghdad: The House of Wisdom - Research Processes
5‘Spiritual Physick’ - Research Models
6From Baghdad to Central Asia
7The Cure of Ignorance - Data Collection in Research
8Fatimid Cairo: The Science of Light - The Debates in Plagiarism
9Ayyubid and Mamluk Cairo: Healing Body and Soul - Findings and Interprediction in Research
10Ingenious Mechanical Devices - Results and Recommendations in Research
11Islamic Technology
12Al-Andalus
13On Ethics
14On Ethics
Resources
John Freely , “Light from the East : How the Science of Medieval Islam Helped to Shape the Western World”

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
NoProgram QualificationContribution Level
12345
1
Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas in the solution of complex engineering problems.
X
2
Ability to formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
X
3
Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
X
4
Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools needed for analyzing and solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5
Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions.
X
6
Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
X
7
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and intelligible instructions.
X
8
Awareness of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
X
9
Knowledge on behavior according ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility and standards used in engineering practices.
X
10
Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness in entrepreneurship, innovation; knowledge about sustainable development.
X
11
Knowledge about the global and social effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety, and contemporary issues of the century reflected into the field of engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.
X

Assessment Methods

Contribution LevelAbsolute Evaluation
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success 30
Rate of Final Exam to Success 70
Total 100

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Student Success

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