UNI417 Migration and Social OrderIstinye UniversityDegree Programs Electrical and Electronic Engineering (English)General Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Electrical and Electronic Engineering (English)

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Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code: UNI417
Course Name: Migration and Social Order
Semester: Spring
Fall
Course Credits:
ECTS
5
Language of instruction: English
Course Condition:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: University Elective
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: E-Learning
Course Coordinator: Dr. Öğr. Üy. NURDAN BOZKURT ÇAKIR
Course Lecturer(s): Dr. Nurdan Bozkurt Çakır
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: The aim of this course is to enable students to learn the basic concepts and theories of international migration and to comprehend the historical processes and debates in the field. Migration processes of different regions, international migration policies, economic and social aspects of migration will be discussed in the course as well.
Course Content: After discussing the basic theories and concepts of international migration, the course offers an explanation of the historical development of migration and the relationship between globalisation and migration. The course also examines the place of forced migrants, irregular migrants and environmental migration.International labour migration and the migration policies of Europe and Turkey will also be discussed.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) .Understand international migration and related concepts
2) Understand theories of international migration
3) Understand the historical background of international migration
4) Evaluate the economic and social aspects of international migration
5) Discuss Migration Policies

Course Flow Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to International Migration
1) Review Session
2) Conceptual Framework of International Migration
3) International Migration Theories
4) Küreselleşme ve Göç
5) Review Session
6) Mid Term Exam Period
7) International Labour Migration and Global Economy
8) International Organizations and Migration
9) Environmental Migration
10) Migrant Integration and Conceptual Debates
11) Migration, Identity and Community
12) Migration Policies of the European Union
13) Migration Policies of Türkiye
14) Course Wrap-up and Review Session
15) Final Week

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Stephen Castles and Mark J. Miller, The Age of Migration: International Population Movements in the Modern World, Macmillan Press, 1993 (Fifth Edition, 2014).
References: Stephen Castles and Mark J. Miller, The Age of Migration: International Population Movements in the Modern World, Macmillan Press, 1993 (Fifth Edition, 2014).

Khalid Kosher, International Migration: A Very Short Introduction, Oxford, 2016.

Course - Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Course Learning Outcomes

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Program Outcomes
1) Has sufficient knowledge in mathematics and natural sciences.
2) Has sufficient knowledge in Electrical and Electronics engineering–specific subjects.
3) Has the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge of mathematics, natural sciences, and Electrical and Electronics engineering to solve complex engineering problems.
4) Has the ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems, and to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
5) Has the ability to design complex systems, processes, devices, or products under realistic constraints and conditions to meet specific requirements, and to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
6) Has the ability to select and use modern techniques and tools required for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems encountered in engineering practice, and to use information technologies effectively.
7) Has the ability to design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the investigation of complex engineering problems or Electrical and Electronics engineering–specific research topics.
8) Has the ability to work effectively in disciplinary teams.
9) Has the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
10) Has the ability to work individually.
11) Has the ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form; has knowledge of at least one foreign language; writes effective reports, understands written reports, prepares design and production reports, makes effective presentations, and gives and receives clear and understandable instructions.
12) Has awareness of the necessity for lifelong learning; accesses information, follows developments in science and technology, and continuously renews oneself.
13) Acts in accordance with ethical principles; has knowledge of professional and ethical responsibilities and of the standards used in engineering practices.
14) Has knowledge of business practices such as project management, risk management, and change management.
15) Has awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation.
16) Has knowledge of sustainable development.
17) Has knowledge of the impacts of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety on a universal and societal scale, and awareness of contemporary issues reflected in the field of engineering.
18) Has awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Average 3 Highest
       
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Has sufficient knowledge in mathematics and natural sciences.
2) Has sufficient knowledge in Electrical and Electronics engineering–specific subjects.
3) Has the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge of mathematics, natural sciences, and Electrical and Electronics engineering to solve complex engineering problems.
4) Has the ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems, and to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
5) Has the ability to design complex systems, processes, devices, or products under realistic constraints and conditions to meet specific requirements, and to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
6) Has the ability to select and use modern techniques and tools required for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems encountered in engineering practice, and to use information technologies effectively.
7) Has the ability to design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the investigation of complex engineering problems or Electrical and Electronics engineering–specific research topics.
8) Has the ability to work effectively in disciplinary teams.
9) Has the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
10) Has the ability to work individually.
11) Has the ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form; has knowledge of at least one foreign language; writes effective reports, understands written reports, prepares design and production reports, makes effective presentations, and gives and receives clear and understandable instructions.
12) Has awareness of the necessity for lifelong learning; accesses information, follows developments in science and technology, and continuously renews oneself.
13) Acts in accordance with ethical principles; has knowledge of professional and ethical responsibilities and of the standards used in engineering practices.
14) Has knowledge of business practices such as project management, risk management, and change management.
15) Has awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation.
16) Has knowledge of sustainable development.
17) Has knowledge of the impacts of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety on a universal and societal scale, and awareness of contemporary issues reflected in the field of engineering.
18) Has awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

Assessment & Grading

Değerlendirme Yöntemleri ve Kriterleri Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments 1 % 20
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 50
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Calculation

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 14 42
Study Hours Out of Class 15 59
Presentations / Seminar 5 17
Midterms 1 1
Final 1 1
Total Workload 120