Manufacturing Execution Systems Operator
Course Details
KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
Trade and Industry Vocational School
Programme of Manufacturing Execution Systems Operator
Course Details
Trade and Industry Vocational School
Programme of Manufacturing Execution Systems Operator
Course Details
| Course Code | Course Name | Year | Period | Semester | T+A+L | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07810106 | Fundamentals of Information and Network Technology | 2026 | Autumn | 1 | 2+1+0 | 4 | 4 |
| 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, problem-solving activities, laboratory exercises, network configuration practices, simulation-based applications, and case studies. |
| Mode of Delivery | Face to Face |
| Prerequisites | None |
| Coordinator | Lect. Mehmet AKSOY |
| Instructor(s) | Lect. Yasin BÜYÜKER |
| Instructor Assistant(s) | - |
Course Instructor(s)
| Name and Surname | Room | E-Mail Address | Internal | Meeting Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lect. Yasin BÜYÜKER | T-224 | [email protected] | 7408 | Monday 14:00-16:00 |
Course Content
Basic hardware and software components of computer systems, operating systems, data representation, and fundamental computing concepts; types of computer networks, topologies, communication media, and network devices; the OSI and TCP/IP models, Ethernet, IPv4 addressing, basic network configuration, and connectivity tests. Introduction to industrial networks, IT/OT integration, data communication between MES, PLC, and SCADA systems, and the basic principles of network security and access control.
Objectives of the Course
The objective of this course is to equip students with fundamental knowledge and practical skills related to computer systems and network technologies; to enable them to identify the basic components of local area networks, perform basic IP configurations, troubleshoot connection issues using basic tools, and explain the role of IT infrastructure in manufacturing execution systems.
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 | Possesses fundamental, up-to-date, and practical knowledge related to their profession | 5 |
| P3 | Keeps up with current developments and applications in their profession and uses them effectively | 3 |
| P4 | Effectively uses information technologies (software, programs, animation, etc.) related to their profession | 5 |
| P5 | Possesses the ability to independently evaluate professional problems and issues using an analytical and critical approach and to propose solutions. | 4 |
| P7 | Takes responsibility as a team member to resolve complex and unforeseen issues encountered in applications related to the field. | 2 |
| P9 | The collection, application, and dissemination of data related to the field are guided by social, scientific, cultural, and ethical values. | 2 |
| P12 | Has the ability to understand, model and design manufacturing execution systems. | 3 |
| P13 | It has the ability to integrate, operate, monitor and report manufacturing execution systems. | 3 |
| P14 | Has the ability to collect, analyze and interpret MES data. | 2 |
| P22 | Students' ability to solve problems encountered in their academic and professional lives by using information technologies effectively and efficiently | 5 |
Course Learning Outcomes
| Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to: | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| No | Learning Outcomes | Outcome Relationship | Measurement Method ** |
| O1 | Knows the basic elements of a computer. | P.1.12 | 1 |
| O2 | He/She has knowledge of computers and security. | P.1.26 | 1 |
| O3 | Can analyze data flow and communication processes in MES systems. | P.7.3 | 1,7 |
| O4 | Uses modern software and communication technologies in industrial automation projects. | P.11.7 | 7 |
| O5 | Ability to define the basic concepts of information technologies and computer systems and explain the relationships between these concepts | P.22.1 | 1 |
| ** 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 information technologies and the role of information systems in manufacturing |
| 2 | Computer hardware: processors, memory, storage, input and output devices |
| 3 | Types of software, operating systems, file and user management |
| 4 | Data representation, number systems, and fundamental computing concepts |
| 5 | Introduction to computer networks, network types, and network topologies |
| 6 | OSI and TCP/IP models, network layers, and basic protocols |
| 7 | Transmission media, network cables, and Ethernet technology |
| 8 | Network devices: network interface cards, switches, routers, modems, and access points |
| 9 | IPv4 addressing, subnet masks, default gateways, and basic subnetting concepts |
| 10 | Basic network configuration and connectivity testing |
| 11 | Wireless networks and essential network services such as DNS, DHCP, and HTTP |
| 12 | Introduction to industrial networks and communication protocols |
| 13 | Communication between MES, ERP, PLC, and SCADA systems and IT/OT integration |
| 14 | Fundamentals of network security, user authorization, data protection, and backup procedures |
Textbook or Material
| Resources | Tanenbaum, A. S., Feamster, N., & Wetherall, D. Computer Networks. Palme Publishing House |
| Computer Networks – Turgut Özseven |
Evaluation Method and Passing Criteria
| In-Term Studies | Quantity | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Attendance | - | - |
| Laboratory | - | - |
| Practice | - | - |
| Homework | 1 | 20 (%) |
| 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 | 3 | 42 |
| Out-of-Class Study Time (Pre-study, Library, Reinforcement) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Midterms | 1 | 12 | 12 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Homework | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| 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 | 14 | 14 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Work Load: | 120 | ||
| Total Work Load / 30 | 4 | ||
| Course ECTS Credits: | 4 | ||
Course - Learning Outcomes Matrix
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Learning Outcomes | P1 | P7 | P11 | P22 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| O1 | Knows the basic elements of a computer. | 3 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| O2 | He/She has knowledge of computers and security. | 3 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| O3 | Can analyze data flow and communication processes in MES systems. | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 |
| O4 | Uses modern software and communication technologies in industrial automation projects. | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| O5 | Ability to define the basic concepts of information technologies and computer systems and explain the relationships between these concepts | 4 | 2 | 2 | 5 |