Weapons Industry Technician
Course Details
KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
Trade and Industry Vocational School
Programme of Weapons Industry Technician
Course Details
Trade and Industry Vocational School
Programme of Weapons Industry Technician
Course Details
| Course Code | Course Name | Year | Period | Semester | T+A+L | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07910104 | Weapon Knowledge and Shooting | 1 | Autumn | 1 | 2+2+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, visual presentations, simulation and video-assisted instruction, case analysis, classroom discussions, and project-based learning are applied. Students have the opportunity to analyze the operating principles of weapon systems through digital tools. |
| Mode of Delivery | Face to Face |
| Prerequisites | There are no prerequisites for this course. |
| Coordinator | Lect. Mehmet AKSOY |
| Instructor(s) | Lect. Emre ÜNAL |
| Instructor Assistant(s) | - |
Course Instructor(s)
| Name and Surname | Room | E-Mail Address | Internal | Meeting Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lect. Emre ÜNAL | T-219 | [email protected] | 7405 | Tuesday 13:00-15:00 |
Course Content
Fundamentals of weapon technology, weapon types and firing principles, structure and types of ammunition, barrel structure and ballistics, firing mechanisms and trigger systems, magazine, feeding and ejection mechanisms, recoil and gas systems, sighting systems, locking and safety mechanisms, weapon maintenance and safe handling, aiming techniques, and shooting safety principles.
Objectives of the Course
The Weapon Knowledge and Shooting course aims to introduce the fundamental operating principles, types, mechanisms, and ammunition varieties of firearms. It enables students to understand the historical development of weapon technology, firearm safety rules, and shooting principles. Furthermore, it provides knowledge in ballistics, targeting systems, and safe shooting techniques, enhancing students'theoretical and technical competence.
Contribution of the Course to Field Teaching
| Basic Vocational Courses | X |
| 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 | Possesses fundamental, up-to-date, and practical knowledge 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 |
| P14 | Acting with a sense of responsibility while observing national and international standards, regulations, and ethical principles in the workplace. | 5 |
Course Learning Outcomes
| Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to: | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| No | Learning Outcomes | Outcome Relationship | Measurement Method ** |
| O1 | Examines Weapon Parts in detail and understands their purpose. | P.1.8 | 1,7 |
| O2 | Applies disassembly and assembly of weapon parts. | P.1.9 | 7 |
| O3 | Classifies weapon types according to their physical structure and usage areas. | P.1.26 | 1 |
| O4 | Analyzes muzzle velocity, recoil and ballistic behavior. | P.5.5 | 1,7 |
| O5 | Compares the performance effects of different ammunition types. | P.5.6 | 1,7 |
| O6 | Understands the standards according to which shooting and testing procedures are performed. | P.14.1 | 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 and Fundamentals of Firearm Technology |
| 2 | Types of Firearms, Firing Principles and Ammunition Types |
| 3 | Barrel Structure and Ballistics Science |
| 4 | Firing Mechanisms and Trigger Systems |
| 5 | Magazines, Feeding and Ejection Mechanisms |
| 6 | Recoil Systems and Gas Mechanisms |
| 7 | Sighting Systems and Optics |
| 8 | Small Arms Systems and Their Applications |
| 9 | Fundamentals of Ballistics |
| 10 | Recoil and Balance Mechanisms |
| 11 | Firearm Safety and Safeguard Mechanisms |
| 12 | Ammunition Types and Characteristics |
| 13 | Firearm Quality Control and Fire Systems |
| 14 | Firearm Standards and Test Methods |
Textbook or Material
| Resources | Small Arms and Ballistics--Faruk Güner-2019 |
| SAAMI (Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers' Institute) Standard | |
| C.I.P. (Commission Internationale Permanente) Standard | |
| MIL-STD STANDARDS |
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 | 2 | 28 |
| Out-of-Class Study Time (Pre-study, Library, Reinforcement) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Midterms | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Homework | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Practice | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| 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 | 16 | 16 |
| 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 | P5 | P14 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| O1 | Examines Weapon Parts in detail and understands their purpose. | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| O2 | Applies disassembly and assembly of weapon parts. | 5 | 5 | 3 |
| O3 | Classifies weapon types according to their physical structure and usage areas. | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| O4 | Analyzes muzzle velocity, recoil and ballistic behavior. | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| O5 | Compares the performance effects of different ammunition types. | 5 | 3 | 4 |
| O6 | Understands the standards according to which shooting and testing procedures are performed. | 4 | 4 | 5 |