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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07920101 | Ammunition Systems | 1 | Spring | 2 | 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, technical drawings and part schematic analyses, case studies, simulations, and case analyses on digital models are conducted. |
| 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
Ammunition classification (small arms, artillery, rockets, mines, etc.), casing and component anatomy, explosives and their properties, fuze/ignition systems, basic interior-exterior-terminal ballistics concepts, ammunition manufacturing and quality control, transport and storage safety, ammunition failures and safety protocols, and an introduction to modern smart ammunition technologies.
Objectives of the Course
The Ammunition Systems course aims to introduce types, structure, performance parameters, and applications of ammunition. It provides students with theoretical knowledge of manufacturing processes, safety and storage procedures, fuze and detonation mechanisms, and fundamental ballistic behavior.
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 |
| P2 | Possesses knowledge about Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Awareness, and Quality Processes | 4 |
| P11 | Possesses the ability to design and implement systems, components, and processes related to their field, taking into account security, quality, efficiency, and cost factors. | 5 |
| P12 | Possesses the ability to select, apply, and develop materials, production methods, and testing processes used in the arms industry and related technological fields | 5 |
| 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 | Mühimmat çeşitlerini yapı, kullanım ve etki bakımından sınıflandırır. | P.1.10 | 1,3,7 |
| O2 | Understands the importance of ammunition in weapon design. | P.11.4 | 1,7 |
| O3 | Analyzes the mechanical and chemical properties of ammunition. | P.12.5 | 1,7 |
| O4 | Applies storage, transportation and security procedures. | P.12.6 | 1 |
| O5 | Understands ammunition manufacturing processes. | P.12.7 | 1 |
| O6 | Implements national and international ammunition standards and ensures compliance. | P.14.2 | 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 Ammunition Systems, History and Classification |
| 2 | Basic Components of Ammunition: Case, Primer, Propellant, Bullet |
| 3 | Ballistic Concepts: Internal, External and Terminal Ballistics |
| 4 | Ballistic Concepts: Internal, External and Terminal Ballistics |
| 5 | Ignition Systems and Primer Types |
| 6 | Bullet Types, Structures and Functions |
| 7 | Explosives: High and Low Explosives |
| 8 | Artillery, Tank and Mortar Ammunition Structure |
| 9 | Rifle, Pistol and Machine Gun Ammunition |
| 10 | Armor-Piercing, Incendiary and Tracer Ammunition Types |
| 11 | Ammunition Manufacturing Process and Quality Control |
| 12 | Ammunition Storage, Transportation and Safety Measures |
| 13 | Ammunition Malfunctions, Misfire and Safety Procedures |
| 14 | Future Ammunition Technologies (Smart Ammunition, Modular Systems) |
Textbook or Material
| Resources | Small Arms and Ballistics - Faruk Guner - 2019 |
| C.I.P. (Commission Internationale Permanente) Standard | |
| SAAMI (Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers' Institute) Standard |
Evaluation Method and Passing Criteria
| In-Term Studies | Quantity | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Attendance | - | - |
| Laboratory | - | - |
| Practice | - | - |
| Homework | 1 | 10 (%) |
| Presentation | - | - |
| Projects | - | - |
| Quiz | - | - |
| Midterms | 1 | 40 (%) |
| 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 | 12 | 12 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Homework | 1 | 8 | 8 |
| 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 | P11 | P12 | P14 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| O1 | Mühimmat çeşitlerini yapı, kullanım ve etki bakımından sınıflandırır. | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| O2 | Understands the importance of ammunition in weapon design. | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| O3 | Analyzes the mechanical and chemical properties of ammunition. | 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 |
| O4 | Applies storage, transportation and security procedures. | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 |
| O5 | Understands ammunition manufacturing processes. | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| O6 | Implements national and international ammunition standards and ensures compliance. | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 |