Course Detail
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HISTORY and PHILOSOPHY of TECHNOLOGY | YBS3214384 | Spring Semester | 3+0 | 3 | 5 |
| Course Program | Cuma 10:00-10:45 Cuma 11:00-11:45 Cuma 12:00-12:45 |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | Turkish |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Coordinator | Assoc.Prof. Özge DOĞUÇ |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Assoc.Prof. Oğuz AKPOLAT |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | To have information about a general theory of technology within the scope of science and technological developments and to be able to interpret this theory within the framework of different disciplines. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Thoughts on innovations, technology and the future,Historical development of technology and sustainability,History timeline for great thinkers,Philosophical foundations of technology,Technology related questions,Combinations and structures,Phenomenon, science and technology,Engineering designs,On the origin of technologies,Structural depth,Restructurings,Mechanisms of transformation,Technology and people. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| 1. Having knowledge about the history of science and technology | 6, 9 | A, E |
| 2. Understanding the concept of technology and philosophical approaches to technology | 9 | A, E |
| 3. Examining views on a general theory of technology | 10, 9 | A, E |
| 4. Relating technology to philosophy of science and other disciplines | 10, 16, 9 | A, E |
| 5. Interpreting the effects of technology on today and the future | 9 | A, E |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 6: Experiential Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thoughts on innovations, technology and the future | The relevant section should be read from the source |
| 2 | Historical development of technology and sustainability | The relevant section should be read from the source |
| 3 | History timeline for great thinkers | The relevant section should be read from the source |
| 4 | Philosophical foundations of technology | The relevant section should be read from the source |
| 5 | Technology related questions | The relevant section should be read from the source |
| 6 | Combinations and structures | The relevant section should be read from the source |
| 7 | Phenomenon, science and technology | The relevant section should be read from the source |
| 9 | Engineering designs | The relevant section should be read from the source |
| 10 | On the origin of technologies | The relevant section should be read from the source |
| 11 | Structural depth | The relevant section should be read from the source |
| 12 | Restructurings | The relevant section should be read from the source |
| 13 | Mechanisms of transformation | The relevant section should be read from the source |
| 14 | Technology and people | The relevant section should be read from the source |
| Resources |
| Akpolat, O. (2017). Teknolojinin Mekanik, Metabolik ve İnsancıl Yapısı. AJIT-e: Online Academic Journal of Information Technology. Yaz/Summer – Cilt/Vol: 8 ‐ Sayı/Num: 28 |
| Koyuncu, N., Akpolat, O. (Danışman), ,(2022),Teknolojik Değişimler açısından Sürdürülebilir Çevre Yönetimi, Yüksek Lisans Tezi, Muğla Sıtkı Koçman Üni., Fen. Bil. Ens.,Çevre Bilimleri Anabilimdalı Harwood, J., (2010), Philosophy: A Beginner’s Guide, To The Ideas Of 100 Great Thinkers, Quercus, New York-London Wheeler, M., (2011), Martin Heidegger, Stanford, Encyclopedia of Philosophy, https://plato.stanford.edu/entries,/heidegger /#pagetopright Franssen, M., Lokhorst, G-J., Van de Poel, I .,(Adviser), (2018), Philosophy Of Technolgy, Stanford, Encyclopedia of Philosophy, https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/technology/ Woodford, C., (2021), Technoogy Time Line, (Kronolojik Bilgi), https://www.explainthatstuff.com/timeline.html, 23.09.2021 Arthur, B., (2009). The Nature of Technology. Penguin Books Limited. (Çeviren: İ. Çetin: Teknolojinin Doğası Nedir ve Nasıl Evrilir. Optimist Yayınları. 2011), Önsöz |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | Defines the theoretical issues in the field of information and management. | X | |||||
| 2 | Describes the necessary mathematical and statistical methods in the field of information and management. | ||||||
| 3 | Uses at least one computer program in the field of information and management. | ||||||
| 4 | Sustains proficiency in a foreign language requiredor information and management studies. | X | |||||
| 5 | Prepares informatics/software projects and work in a team. | ||||||
| 6 | Constantly updates himself / herself by following developments in science and technology with an understanding of the importance of lifelong learning through critically evaluating the knowledge and skills that s/he has got.7. Uses theoretical and practical expertise in the field of information and management | X | |||||
| 7 | Follows up-to-date technology using a foreign language at least A1 level, holds verbal / written communication skills. | ||||||
| 8 | Follows up-to-date technology using a foreign language at least A1 level, holds verbal / written communication. | X | |||||
| 9 | Adopts organizational / institutional and social ethical values. | X | |||||
| 10 | Within the framework of community involvement adopts social responsibility principles and takes initiative when necessary. | X | |||||
| 11 | Uses and analyses basic facts and data in various disciplines (economics, finance, sociology, law, business) in order to conduct interdisciplinary studies. | ||||||
| 12 | Writes software in different platforms such as desktop, mobile, web on its own and / or in a team. | ||||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
| Total | 100 | |
| ECTS / Workload Table | ||||||
| Activities | Number of | Duration(Hour) | Total Workload(Hour) | |||
| Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 | |||
| Guided Problem Solving | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report | 5 | 10 | 50 | |||
| Term Project | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Presentation of Project / Seminar | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 30 | 30 | |||
| General Exam | 1 | 30 | 30 | |||
| Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Total Workload(Hour) | 152 | |||||
| Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(152/30) | 5 | |||||
| ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit. | ||||||
Detail Informations of the Course
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HISTORY and PHILOSOPHY of TECHNOLOGY | YBS3214384 | Spring Semester | 3+0 | 3 | 5 |
| Course Program | Cuma 10:00-10:45 Cuma 11:00-11:45 Cuma 12:00-12:45 |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | Turkish |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Coordinator | Assoc.Prof. Özge DOĞUÇ |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Assoc.Prof. Oğuz AKPOLAT |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | To have information about a general theory of technology within the scope of science and technological developments and to be able to interpret this theory within the framework of different disciplines. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Thoughts on innovations, technology and the future,Historical development of technology and sustainability,History timeline for great thinkers,Philosophical foundations of technology,Technology related questions,Combinations and structures,Phenomenon, science and technology,Engineering designs,On the origin of technologies,Structural depth,Restructurings,Mechanisms of transformation,Technology and people. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| 1. Having knowledge about the history of science and technology | 6, 9 | A, E |
| 2. Understanding the concept of technology and philosophical approaches to technology | 9 | A, E |
| 3. Examining views on a general theory of technology | 10, 9 | A, E |
| 4. Relating technology to philosophy of science and other disciplines | 10, 16, 9 | A, E |
| 5. Interpreting the effects of technology on today and the future | 9 | A, E |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 6: Experiential Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thoughts on innovations, technology and the future | The relevant section should be read from the source |
| 2 | Historical development of technology and sustainability | The relevant section should be read from the source |
| 3 | History timeline for great thinkers | The relevant section should be read from the source |
| 4 | Philosophical foundations of technology | The relevant section should be read from the source |
| 5 | Technology related questions | The relevant section should be read from the source |
| 6 | Combinations and structures | The relevant section should be read from the source |
| 7 | Phenomenon, science and technology | The relevant section should be read from the source |
| 9 | Engineering designs | The relevant section should be read from the source |
| 10 | On the origin of technologies | The relevant section should be read from the source |
| 11 | Structural depth | The relevant section should be read from the source |
| 12 | Restructurings | The relevant section should be read from the source |
| 13 | Mechanisms of transformation | The relevant section should be read from the source |
| 14 | Technology and people | The relevant section should be read from the source |
| Resources |
| Akpolat, O. (2017). Teknolojinin Mekanik, Metabolik ve İnsancıl Yapısı. AJIT-e: Online Academic Journal of Information Technology. Yaz/Summer – Cilt/Vol: 8 ‐ Sayı/Num: 28 |
| Koyuncu, N., Akpolat, O. (Danışman), ,(2022),Teknolojik Değişimler açısından Sürdürülebilir Çevre Yönetimi, Yüksek Lisans Tezi, Muğla Sıtkı Koçman Üni., Fen. Bil. Ens.,Çevre Bilimleri Anabilimdalı Harwood, J., (2010), Philosophy: A Beginner’s Guide, To The Ideas Of 100 Great Thinkers, Quercus, New York-London Wheeler, M., (2011), Martin Heidegger, Stanford, Encyclopedia of Philosophy, https://plato.stanford.edu/entries,/heidegger /#pagetopright Franssen, M., Lokhorst, G-J., Van de Poel, I .,(Adviser), (2018), Philosophy Of Technolgy, Stanford, Encyclopedia of Philosophy, https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/technology/ Woodford, C., (2021), Technoogy Time Line, (Kronolojik Bilgi), https://www.explainthatstuff.com/timeline.html, 23.09.2021 Arthur, B., (2009). The Nature of Technology. Penguin Books Limited. (Çeviren: İ. Çetin: Teknolojinin Doğası Nedir ve Nasıl Evrilir. Optimist Yayınları. 2011), Önsöz |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | Defines the theoretical issues in the field of information and management. | X | |||||
| 2 | Describes the necessary mathematical and statistical methods in the field of information and management. | ||||||
| 3 | Uses at least one computer program in the field of information and management. | ||||||
| 4 | Sustains proficiency in a foreign language requiredor information and management studies. | X | |||||
| 5 | Prepares informatics/software projects and work in a team. | ||||||
| 6 | Constantly updates himself / herself by following developments in science and technology with an understanding of the importance of lifelong learning through critically evaluating the knowledge and skills that s/he has got.7. Uses theoretical and practical expertise in the field of information and management | X | |||||
| 7 | Follows up-to-date technology using a foreign language at least A1 level, holds verbal / written communication skills. | ||||||
| 8 | Follows up-to-date technology using a foreign language at least A1 level, holds verbal / written communication. | X | |||||
| 9 | Adopts organizational / institutional and social ethical values. | X | |||||
| 10 | Within the framework of community involvement adopts social responsibility principles and takes initiative when necessary. | X | |||||
| 11 | Uses and analyses basic facts and data in various disciplines (economics, finance, sociology, law, business) in order to conduct interdisciplinary studies. | ||||||
| 12 | Writes software in different platforms such as desktop, mobile, web on its own and / or in a team. | ||||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
| Total | 100 | |