Department of Mechanical Engineering

FENG 310 | Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Name

Mühendislikte Araştırma Yöntemleri

Code	Semester	Theory (hour/week)	Application/Lab (hour/week)	Local Credits	ECTS
FENG 310	FALL	3	0	3	5

Prerequisites	None
Course Language	-
Course Type	ELECTIVE_COURSE
Course Level	First Cycle
Mode of Delivery
Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course	-
National Occupational Classification Code	-
Course Coordinator	Doç. Dr. Gizem Ayna Duran
Course Lecturer(s)	Doç. Dr. Mine Güngörmüşler
Assistant(s)	-

Course Objectives

The aim of this course is to provide students with fundamental knowledge about research processes and project development stages in the field of engineering. Students will learn the research methods and project management techniques used in engineering projects, gaining the skills to develop their own projects and effectively present their research.

Learning Outcomes

The students who succeeded in this course;

Name	Description	PC Sub	* Contribution Level
Name	Description	PC Sub	1	2	3	4	5
LO1	master hypothesis development and data collection techniques through literature review and resource utilization.	5.1			X
LO2	explain concepts related to project design, management, and data analysis.	10.1			X
LO3	gain experience in writing scientific reports or articles using what they have learned	9.2			X
LO4	comment on ethical and legal issues in engineering research	7.1			X

Course Description

This course covers engineering research methods, experimental design, data analysis, and project management. Students develop skills in planning, executing, and reporting engineering projects while gaining knowledge about ethical and professional responsibilities.

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	Learning Outcome
1	Course Introduction and Fundamentals of Research Methods	Barron, M., & Barron, A. R. (2014). Project management for scientists and engineers. Rice University. ISBN 978-1-77420-012-4 (Chapter 1)	LO1
2	Literature Review and Use of Resources	Barron, M., & Barron, A. R. (2014). Project management for scientists and engineers. Rice University. ISBN 978-1-77420-012-4 (Chapter 2)	LO1
3	Research Hypotheses and Questions	Barron, M., & Barron, A. R. (2014). Project management for scientists and engineers. Rice University. ISBN 978-1-77420-012-4	LO1
4	Research Methods and Data Collection Techniques	Barron, M., & Barron, A. R. (2014). Project management for scientists and engineers. Rice University. ISBN 978-1-77420-012-4 (Chapter 3)	LO1
5	Experimental Research and Project Design	Thiel, D. V. (2014). Research methods for engineers. Cambridge University Press. ISBN 978-1-107-03488-4 (Chapter 1,2,3)	LO1
6	Project and Resource (Budget and Time) Management	Thiel, D. V. (2014). Research methods for engineers. Cambridge University Press. ISBN 978-1-107-03488-4 (Chapter 4,5,6,11-16)	LO2
7	Analysis and Interpretation of Research Data	Barron, M., & Barron, A. R. (2014). Project management for scientists and engineers. Rice University. ISBN 978-1-77420-012-4 (Chapter 4)	LO2
8	Midterm Exam		-
9	Project Reporting and Presentation Techniques	Barron, M., & Barron, A. R. (2014). Project management for scientists and engineers. Rice University. ISBN 978-1-77420-012-4 (Chapter 18) and Lecture Notes	LO3
10	Scientific Laboratory Report Writing and Application	Lecture Notes	LO3
11	Scientific Article Writing and Application	Barron, M., & Barron, A. R. (2014). Project management for scientists and engineers. Rice University. ISBN 978-1-77420-012-4	LO3
12	Ethical Issues in Engineering Research	Barron, M., & Barron, A. R. (2014). Project management for scientists and engineers. Rice University. ISBN 978-1-77420-012-4 (Chapter 6) and Lecture Notes	LO4
13	Legal Issues and Protection of Intellectual Property Rights in Engineering Research	Lecture Notes	LO4
14	Assignment Presentations and Evaluation		LO3
15	Assignment Presentations and Evaluation		-
16	Final Exam		-

Course Notes/Textbooks	-
Suggested Readings/Materials	-

EVALUATION SYSTEM

Semester Activities	Number	Weighting	LO1	LO2	LO3	LO4
Homework / Assignments	1	20	X		X
Presentation / Jury	1	10	X		X
Midterm	1	30		X		X
Final Exam	1	40		X		X
Total	4	100

ECTS / WORKLOAD TABLE

Semester Activities	Number	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Participation	-	-	-
Theoretical Course Hours	16	3	48
Laboratory / Application Hours	-	-	-
Study Hours Out of Class	14	3	42
Field Work	-	-	-
Quizzes / Studio Critiques	-	-	-
Portfolio	-	-	-
Homework / Assignments	1	10	10
Presentation / Jury	1	10	10
Project	-	-	-
Seminar / Workshop	-	-	-
Oral Exams	-	-	-
Midterms	1	20	20
Final Exam	1	20	20
		Total	150

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES AND PROGRAM QUALIFICATIONS RELATIONSHIP

#	PC Sub	Program Competencies/Outcomes	* Contribution Level
#	PC Sub	Program Competencies/Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5
1	Engineering Knowledge: Knowledge of mathematics, science, basic engineering, computation, and related engineering discipline-specific topics; the ability to apply this knowledge to solve complex engineering problems.
	1	Mathematics
	2	Science
	3	Basic Engineering
	4	Computation
	5	Related engineering discipline-specific topics
	6	The ability to apply this knowledge to solve complex engineering problems
2	Problem Analysis: Ability to identify, formulate and analyze complex engineering problems using basic knowledge of science, mathematics and engineering, and considering the UN Sustainable Development Goals relevant to the problem being addressed.
3	Engineering Design: The ability to devise creative solutions to complex engineering problems; the ability to design complex systems, processes, devices or products to meet current and future needs, considering realistic constraints and conditions.
	1	Ability to design creative solutions to complex engineering problems
	2	Ability to design complex systems, processes, devices or products to meet current and future needs, considering realistic constraints and conditions
4	Use of Techniques and Tools: Ability to select and use appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and computing tools, including estimation and modeling, for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems, while recognizing their limitations.
5	Research and Investigation: Ability to use research methods to investigate complex engineering problems, including literature research, designing and conducting experiments, collecting data, and analyzing and interpreting results.
	1	Literature research for the study of complex engineering problems			LO1
	2	Designing experiments
	3	Ability to use research methods, including conducting experiments, collecting data. analyzing and interpreting results
6	Global Impact of Engineering Practices: Knowledge of the impacts of engineering practices on society, health and safety, economy, sustainability, and the environment, within the context of the UN Sustainable Development Goals; awareness of the legal implications of engineering solutions.
	1	Knowledge of the impacts of engineering practices on society, health and safety, economy, sustainability, and the environment, within the context of the UN Sustainable Development Goals
	2	Awareness of the legal implications of engineering solutions
7	Ethical Behavior: Acting in accordance with the principles of the engineering profession, knowledge about ethical responsibility; awareness of being impartial, without discrimination, and being inclusive of diversity.
	1	Acting in accordance with the principles of the engineering profession, knowledge about ethical responsibility ethical responsibility			LO4
	2	Awareness of being impartial and inclusive of diversity, without discriminating on any subject
8	Individual and Teamwork: Ability to work effectively, individually and as a team member or leader on interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary teams (face-to-face, remote or hybrid).
	1	Ability to work individually and within the discipline
	2	Ability to work effectively as a team member or leader in multidisciplinary teams (face-to-face, remote or hybrid)
9	Verbal and Written Communication: Taking into account the various differences of the target audience (such as education, language, profession) on technical issues.
	1	Ability to communicate verbally
	2	Ability to communicate effectively in writing			LO3
10	Project Management: Knowledge of business practices such as project management and economic feasibility analysis; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation.
	1	Knowledge of business practices such as project management and economic feasibility analysis			LO2
	2	Awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation
11	Lifelong Learning: Lifelong learning skills that include being able to learn independently and continuously, adapting to new and developing technologies, and thinking questioningly about technological changes.

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

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