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    Department of Mechanical Engineering

    FENG 102 | 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

    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
    #
    Content
    PC Sub
    * Contribution Level
    1
    2
    3
    4
    5
    1perform teamwork tasks effectively
    2communicate effectively by writing
    3prepare a solid curriculum plan for each semester including summers
    4analyze a real-life problem and designing a solution process with team
    5use project management technics for problem solving
    6identify major problem-solving tools used in engineering practices
    7define basic units of length, time, mass, force, temperature, electric current, energy and power, and related parameters frequently observed in engineering problems
    8make 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.

     



    Course Category

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

     

    WEEKLY SUBJECTS AND RELATED PREPARATION STUDIES

    Week Subjects Related Preparation Learning Outcome
    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 LO 1 LO 2 LO 3 LO 4 LO 5 LO 6 LO 7 LO 8
    Participation
    Laboratory / Application
    Field Work
    Quizzes / Studio Critiques
    2
    20
    Portfolio
    Homework / Assignments
    Presentation / Jury
    1
    15
    Project
    1
    30
    Seminar / Workshop
    Oral Exams
    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
    Theoretical Course Hours
    (Including exam week: 16 x total hours)
    16
    2
    32
    Laboratory / Application Hours
    (Including exam week: '.16.' x total hours)
    16
    0
    Study Hours Out of Class
    16
    1
    16
    Field Work
    0
    Quizzes / Studio Critiques
    2
    6
    12
    Portfolio
    0
    Homework / Assignments
    0
    Presentation / Jury
    1
    10
    10
    Project
    1
    30
    30
    Seminar / Workshop
    0
    Oral Exam
    0
    Midterms
    1
    20
    20
    Final Exam
    0
        Total
    120

     

    COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES AND PROGRAM QUALIFICATIONS RELATIONSHIP

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

    To have adequate knowledge in Mathematics, Mathematics based physics, statistics and linear algebra and Mechanical 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 Mechanical 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 thermal and mechanical 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 engineering applications.

    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    5

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

    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    6

    To be able to work efficiently in Mechanical 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 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.

    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    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 Mechanical Engineering, and to be able to communicate with colleagues in a foreign language.

    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    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 Mechanical Engineering.

    X
    -
    -
    -
    -

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

     


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