Automotive Technology
Associate TR-NQF-HE: Level 5 QF-EHEA: Short Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 5

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code: UNI285
Course Name: Communication Skills
Semester: Fall
Spring
Course Credits:
ECTS
5
Language of instruction: Turkish
Course Condition:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: University Elective
Course Level:
Associate TR-NQF-HE:5. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:Short Cycle EQF-LLL:5. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: E-Learning
Course Coordinator: Dr. Öğr. Üy. YASEMİN TORUN
Course Lecturer(s): Dr. Öğr. Üy. Yasemin Torun
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: The aim of this course is to enable the student to understand and effectively use the communication process, to have basic competencies in oral and written communication, to increase self-expression and communication skills, to learn to take an effective role in groups and teams and to develop the ability to communicate effectively.
Course Content: At the end of this course, the student; the concept of communication, the importance of communication in human relations and factors affecting communication, basic characteristics and needs of human beings, effective communication methods, group dynamics and communication in groups, therapeutic communication, basics of professional communication and professional communication skills, communication skills with individuals and groups in special situations.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Defines human, self-knowledge, communication, professional communication, conflict and anger concepts.
2) Explains how the communication process works.
3) Learn verbal and non-verbal communication methods.
4) Gains basic skills to communicate effectively in daily and professional life.
5) Apply assertive behavior, effective anger and conflict management strategies, helpful communication skills in social and professional life.
6) Develop workforce skills that will ensure their employability.

Course Flow Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction & Syllabus Presentation INTRODUCTION (The importance of communication, course content and expectations)
2) Communication process and its elements
3) Communication process and its elements - continued
4) Types and Models of Communication
5) Types and Models of Communication - continued
6) Perceptions and Errors in Communication
7) Attitudes in Communication
8) Emotions in Communication
9) Personality in Communication
10) Communication through Touch
11) Basic Principles of Professional Communication
12) Effective Communication Skills 1 (Issues of the Self and the Johari Window)
13) Effective Communication Skills 2 (Humor, Gossip, Opposition, Political Skills)
14) In-Group Communication
15) Final Week

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: İnci Çınarlı, Sağlık İletişimi ve Medya, Ankara: Nobel Yay.
Dağ., 2008. - Aysel Aziz, İletişime Giriş, Hiberlin, 2016.
Judith Lazar, İletişim Bilimi, çev. Cengiz Anık, Vadi Yayınları, Ankara
Hasan Tutar, Kemal Yılmaz, Genel İletişim Kavram ve Modeller, Seçkin Yay. Ankara 2008
Oskay, Ünsal. İletişimin ABC’si, İstanbul: İnkılâp Yayınevi, 2014
Michel Bourse ve Halime.Yücel, İletişim Bilimlerinin Serüveni, İstanbul: Ayrıntı Yay., 2012
Marziye İlhan, Sağlık Çalışanlarının İletişimi, İstanbul: Beta Bas. Yay. Dağ., 2018
Ders sunumları ve notları
References: İnci Çınarlı, Sağlık İletişimi ve Medya, Ankara: Nobel Yay.
Dağ., 2008. - Aysel Aziz, İletişime Giriş, Hiberlin, 2016.
Judith Lazar, İletişim Bilimi, çev. Cengiz Anık, Vadi Yayınları, Ankara
Hasan Tutar, Kemal Yılmaz, Genel İletişim Kavram ve Modeller, Seçkin Yay. Ankara 2008
Oskay, Ünsal. İletişimin ABC’si, İstanbul: İnkılâp Yayınevi, 2014
Michel Bourse ve Halime.Yücel, İletişim Bilimlerinin Serüveni, İstanbul: Ayrıntı Yay., 2012
Marziye İlhan, Sağlık Çalışanlarının İletişimi, İstanbul: Beta Bas. Yay. Dağ., 2018
Ders sunumları ve notları

Course - Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Course Learning Outcomes

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Program Outcomes
1) To be one of the Automotive Technicians who have the qualifications needed by the developing and constantly changing automotive industry and other sectors related to automotive industry organizations.
2) New technology recognizes the materials of engine and system elements, finds faults, and uses diagnostic test devices.
3) Has the ability to use basic computer software and hardware and report preparation techniques required by the field.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Average 3 Highest
       
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) To be one of the Automotive Technicians who have the qualifications needed by the developing and constantly changing automotive industry and other sectors related to automotive industry organizations. 1
2) New technology recognizes the materials of engine and system elements, finds faults, and uses diagnostic test devices.
3) Has the ability to use basic computer software and hardware and report preparation techniques required by the field.

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Quizzes 2 % 30
Homework Assignments 1 % 30
Final 1 % 40
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Calculation

Activities Number of Activities Preparation for the Activity Spent for the Activity Itself Completing the Activity Requirements Workload
Course Hours 14 0 3 42
Quizzes 14 0 1 14
Midterms 7 0 1 7
Final 14 0 3 42
Total Workload 105