Machinery
Course Details
KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
Trade and Industry Vocational School
Programme of Machinery
Course Details
Trade and Industry Vocational School
Programme of Machinery
Course Details
| Course Code | Course Name | Year | Period | Semester | T+A+L | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08840104 | Systems Analysis and Design | 2026 | Spring | 4 | 2+1+0 | 5 | 5 |
| Course Type | Compulsory |
| Course Cycle | Associate (Short Cycle) (TQF-HE: Level 5 / QF-EHEA: Short Cycle / EQF-LLL: Level 5) |
| Course Language | Turkish |
| Methods and Techniques | Lectures, question-and-answer sessions, discussions, case studies, problem-solving activities, preparation of workflow diagrams, analysis of system components, comparison of alternative solutions, and evaluation of practical examples will be used. Emphasis will be placed on developing analytical thinking, systematic evaluation, problem identification, and the ability to develop appropriate design solutions. |
| Mode of Delivery | Face to Face |
| Prerequisites | There are no specific prerequisites for this course. |
| Coordinator | Lect. Mehmet AKSOY |
| Instructor(s) | Lect. Recep Safa DURAN |
| Instructor Assistant(s) | - |
Course Instructor(s)
| Name and Surname | Room | E-Mail Address | Internal | Meeting Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lect. Recep Safa DURAN | T-202 | [email protected] | 7669 | Thursday 10:00-12:00 |
Course Content
System concepts and types, introduction to system analysis and design, system components and relationships between components, problem definition and needs analysis, identification of system requirements, workflow diagrams and process modeling, examination of system functions, development of alternative solutions, design criteria, system representation using technical drawings and diagrams, basic calculation and evaluation methods, prototyping, testing and verification, system performance evaluation, improvement studies, and practical examples.
Objectives of the Course
The aim of this course is to provide knowledge of the basic principles of system analysis and design, system components, operational processes, and design approaches. The course aims to develop the fundamental knowledge and skills required to examine existing systems, identify needs, evaluate relationships between system components, compare alternative solutions, and develop system designs that meet specified requirements.
Contribution of the Course to Field Teaching
| Basic Vocational Courses | X |
| Specialization / Field Courses | |
| 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 | Acquires fundamental, up-to-date, and practice-oriented knowledge related to the profession and uses it effectively. | 5 |
| P4 | Evaluates professional problems and issues independently, using an analytical and critical approach, and proposes solutions. | 4 |
Course Learning Outcomes
| Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to: | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| No | Learning Outcomes | Outcome Relationship | Measurement Method ** |
| O1 | It defines the lifecycle and design stages of engineering systems. | P.1.33 | 1,7 |
| O2 | It determines and analyzes the requirements of a system. | P.4.26 | 1,7 |
| O3 | It analyzes the relationships and functioning of the system components. | P.4.27 | 1,7 |
| O4 | Identifies and implements appropriate solution methods for design problems. | P.4.28 | 1,7 |
| O5 | Plans the time and resources for the design process using project management tools. | P.4.29 | 1,7 |
| O6 | Develops a system design in accordance with the specified requirements and presents the results. | P.4.30 | 1,7 |
| ** 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 | Introduction to System Analysis and Design, System Concept and Fundamental Components |
| 2 | Classification of Systems, System Boundaries, Inputs, Outputs and Feedback |
| 3 | Systems Approach, Relationships Between System Components and Systems Thinking |
| 4 | Problem Definition, Examination of the Current Situation and Identification of Needs |
| 5 | Data Collection Techniques, Observation, Interviews and Examination of Technical Documents |
| 6 | Process Analysis, Identification of Workflows and Preparation of Flowcharts |
| 7 | Analysis of Production and Workshop Processes, Operation Steps and Resource Utilization |
| 8 | Evaluation of System Performance, Efficiency, Cost and Time Analysis |
| 9 | Problem-Solving Techniques, Cause-and-Effect Analysis and Failure Analysis |
| 10 | Development of Alternative Solutions, Feasibility Analysis and Decision-Making Techniques |
| 11 | Fundamental Principles of System Design, Selection of System Components and Layout Planning |
| 12 | System Modeling, Technical Schematics, Block Diagrams and Interconnections Between Systems |
| 13 | Design Verification, Test Planning, Performance Evaluation and Improvement Activities |
| 14 | Sample Applications for Machinery and Production Systems, System Design Report and Evaluation of Results |
Textbook or Material
| Resources | Dennis, A., Wixom, B. H., & Roth, R. M. (2021). Systems Analysis and Design (8th Edition). Wiley. |
Evaluation Method and Passing Criteria
| In-Term Studies | Quantity | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Attendance | - | - |
| Laboratory | - | - |
| Practice | 1 | 20 (%) |
| Homework | - | - |
| Presentation | - | - |
| Projects | - | - |
| Quiz | - | - |
| Midterms | 1 | 30 (%) |
| Final Exam | 1 | 50 (%) |
| Total | 100 (%) | |
ECTS / Working Load Table
| Quantity | Duration | Total Work Load | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Week Number and Time | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Out-of-Class Study Time (Pre-study, Library, Reinforcement) | 14 | 5 | 70 |
| Midterms | 1 | 18 | 18 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Homework | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Practice | 14 | 1 | 14 |
| 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 | 20 | 20 |
| 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 | P4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| O1 | It defines the lifecycle and design stages of engineering systems. | 5 | - |
| O2 | It determines and analyzes the requirements of a system. | - | 5 |
| O3 | It analyzes the relationships and functioning of the system components. | - | 4 |
| O4 | Identifies and implements appropriate solution methods for design problems. | - | 4 |
| O5 | Plans the time and resources for the design process using project management tools. | - | 3 |
| O6 | Develops a system design in accordance with the specified requirements and presents the results. | - | 5 |