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Course Details
KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
Mühendislik ve Doğa Bilimleri Fakültesi
Programme of Industrial Engineering
Course Details
Course Code Course Name Year Period Semester T+A+L Credit ECTS
15251512 Free Research 1 2025 Autumn 7 3+0+0 0 5
Course Type Elective
Course Cycle Bachelor's (First Cycle) (TQF-HE: Level 6 / QF-EHEA: Level 1 / EQF-LLL: Level 6)
Course Language Turkish
Methods and Techniques Danışman yönlendirmesi ile
Mode of Delivery Face to Face
Prerequisites Yok
Coordinator Prof. Murat DARÇIN
Instructor(s) Prof. Murat DARÇIN
Instructor Assistant(s) -
Course Instructor(s)
Name and Surname Room E-Mail Address Internal Meeting Hours
Asst. Prof. Şule ERYÜRÜK A-306 [email protected] 7537
Course Content
Based on the fundamental knowledge and practices students have acquired, the aim is to define the research process (problem identification, data collection, data analysis, and interpretation of results), to understand the main scientific research methods, and to grasp the techniques necessary for students to conduct research on a specific topic, including literature review, data collection, data evaluation, and report writing.
Objectives of the Course
This course aims to examine the research process (problem identification, data collection, data analysis, and interpretation of results), review fundamental scientific research methods (qualitative and quantitative), and enable students to learn practical techniques such as literature review, data collection, data evaluation, and report writing necessary for conducting research on a specific topic.
Contribution of the Course to Field Teaching
Basic Vocational Courses
Specialization / Field Courses X
Support Courses
Transferable Skills Courses
Humanities, Communication and Management Skills Courses
Relationships between Course Learning Outcomes and Program Outcomes
Relationship Levels
Lowest Low Medium High Highest
1 2 3 4 5
# Program Learning Outcomes Level
P1 Knowledge of mathematics, natural sciences, fundamental engineering, computational sciences, and industrial engineering-specific subjects; the ability to apply this knowledge to solve complex industrial engineering problems. 5
P2 The ability to define, formulate, and analyze complex industrial engineering problems using fundamental science, mathematics, and engineering knowledge, while keeping in mind the relevant UN Sustainable Development Goals. 5
P4 The ability to select and utilize appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and information tools, including estimation and modeling, for the analysis and solution of complex industrial engineering problems, while being aware of their limitations. 5
P5 The ability to use research methods, including literature review, experimental design, experiment execution, data collection, analysis, and interpretation of results, to investigate complex industrial engineering problems. 5
P9 The ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, on technical topics, taking into account the diverse differences of the target audience (education, language, profession, etc.). 5
P11 Lifelong learning skills encompass the ability to learn independently and continuously, adapt to new and emerging technologies, and think critically about technological change. 5
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
No Learning Outcomes Outcome Relationship Measurement Method **
O1 Demonstrate knowledge of data collection and data analysis. P.1.30 5,7
O2 Demonstrate knowledge of data collection and analysis. P.2.27 5,7
O3 Demonstrate knowledge of data collection and analysis. P.4.24 5,7
O4 Demonstrate knowledge of data collection and analysis. P.5.9 5,7
O5 Demonstrate knowledge of academic writing rules for articles and reports. P.9.8 5,7
O6 Explain the basic concepts of science and research and the research process. P.11.6 5,7
O7 Discuss scientific methods and their differences. P.11.7 5,7
** Written Exam: 1, Oral Exam: 2, Homework: 3, Lab./Exam: 4, Seminar/Presentation: 5, Term Paper: 6, Application: 7
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week Topics
1 Fundamental Concepts of Science and Research
2 Article Analysis – Part 1 (Literature Review)
3 Steps in the Research Process
4 Research Designs - 1 - Qualitative Research Designs
5 Research Designs - Part 2 - Quantitative Research Designs
6 Universe and Sample
7 Data Collection Methods and Tools
8 Midterm
9 Data Organization
10 Statistical Methods in Data Analysis
11 Reporting of Research Findings
12 Research and Publication Ethics
13 Article Analysis
14 Article Analysis
15 Presentation
Textbook or Material
Resources Sait Gürbüz ve Faruk Şahin, Sosyal Bilimlerde Araştırma Yöntemleri: Felsefe, Yöntem, Analiz (Ankara: Seçkin, 2018)
Ali Yıldırım ve Hasan Şimsek, Sosyal Bilimlerde Nitel Araştırma Yöntemleri (Ankara: Seçkin, 2018)
İ. Esen Yıldırım, İstatistiksel Araştırma Yöntemleri (Ankara: Seçkin, 2017)
Evaluation Method and Passing Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Attendance - -
Laboratory - -
Practice - -
Field Study - -
Course Specific Internship (If Any) - -
Homework - -
Presentation - -
Projects - -
Seminar - -
Quiz - -
Listening - -
Midterms 1 40 (%)
Final Exam 1 60 (%)
Total 100 (%)
ECTS / Working Load Table
Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Week Number and Time 14 3 42
Out-of-Class Study Time (Pre-study, Library, Reinforcement) 14 3 42
Midterms 1 30 30
Quiz 0 0 0
Homework 0 0 0
Practice 0 0 0
Laboratory 0 0 0
Project 0 0 0
Workshop 0 0 0
Presentation/Seminar Preparation 0 0 0
Fieldwork 0 0 0
Final Exam 1 36 36
Other 0 0 0
Total Work Load: 150
Total Work Load / 30 5
Course ECTS Credits: 5
Course - Learning Outcomes Matrix
Relationship Levels
Lowest Low Medium High Highest
1 2 3 4 5
# Learning Outcomes P1 P2 P4 P5 P9 P11
O1 Demonstrate knowledge of data collection and data analysis. 5 - - - - -
O2 Demonstrate knowledge of data collection and analysis. - 5 - - - -
O3 Demonstrate knowledge of data collection and analysis. - - 5 - - -
O4 Demonstrate knowledge of data collection and analysis. - - - 5 - -
O5 Demonstrate knowledge of academic writing rules for articles and reports. - - - - 5 -
O6 Explain the basic concepts of science and research and the research process. - - - - - 5
O7 Discuss scientific methods and their differences. - - - - - 5