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

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code:

UNI032

Course Name:

Introduction to Sociology

Semester:

Spring

Course Credits:

ECTS

Language of instruction:

Course Condition:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

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:

Face to face

Course Coordinator:

Dr. Öğr. Üy. SELEN YANMAZ

Course Lecturer(s):

Dr. Ekrem SALTIK

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:

The purpose of this course is to “equip” the students with a general notion of the social science of Sociology.

Course Content:

A grasp of sociological themes. Familiarity with the founders of Sociology, as well as the later theoreticians.Having the gift of sociological imagination vis-a-vis any situations involving social issues. Being aware of the versatility of cultures and the relativity of socialization processes, depending on different spots on our planet. Being free of prejudices and a champion of acceptance, accordingly.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) He/she can achieve a scientific observation of the society; he/she can recognize and define collective behavior patterns. He/she perceives the social institutions present within the society. He /she comprehends their significance. He-she outlines the stages along the course of the civilization history. He-she verifies being aware of and familiar with the constructors of Sociology. He-she enumerates the contemporary sociologists, by name. He/she differentiates the topics which they consider important. He-she knows that along with Ibn Khaldun, the Muslims’ sociology had emerged. He/she lists the pioneers of Turkish sociology, ever since Ziya Gökalp. He/she provides examples about the relative nature of the topic of culture. He/she explains the gains of this very course in the line of viewing the humanity with a large perspective in a tolerant manner.

Course Flow Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	The literal meaning of Sociology and the questions it strives to answer. Properties of society. Classifications of societies.	-
2)	Groups and their classifications. A brief look at group dynamics and the concept of leadership. Differentiating leadership from Management.	-
3)	The evolution of the sociological thinking. The pioneers of the discipline: Saint-Simon, Comte, Durkheim, Marx, Weber. Other important theoreticians in chronological order.	-
4)	Comparison of Sociology with other social sciences. An emphasis on comparing it with History-Historiography. A brief look at the history of European civilization: 100-Year-Wars; Separation of the Orthodox Church from the Catholic origin. Renaissance; Reform & the emergence of Protestantism; The Ear of Enlightenment.	-
5)	Mercantilism and capital accumulation, the Industrial Revolution and its consequences, the exchange of colonies (from Portugal and Spain to France, England and Holland), the French and Russian revolutions and their repercussions.	-
6)	The decline of Ottoman Empire, starting with loss of territory at Carlowitz Treaty. Naval defeats (Chesma & Navarino). Attempts of Remedy: The Reformation of 1839. Crimean War.	-
7)	Contemporary sociologists and their interpretations of social happenings.	-
8)	Post-modernist views with an emphasis of Michel Foucault.	-
9)	Ibn Khaldun’s sociology, as a demonstrative example of Muslims’ studies of sociology. Sociology in late-Ottoman years and in early republican days.	-
10)	Introduction to Demography and related definitions.	-
11)	Fishing societies in history and their imprints extending out to our day. Marine societies (Crete and other coastal city-governments dealing with commerce) in history and their imprints extending out to our day.	-
12)	A glance at various social institutions (Family, Education, Economy, Politics, Religion, Leisure-Time Valorization). Kinds of Social Deviation (including an emphasis of drinking abuse).	-
13)	Invisible behavior patterns (attitudes, beliefs, conviction). Modes, fashions, crazes, city legends.	-
14)	Culture and cultural issues. Globalization, its pros and cons.	-

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:

BAUMAN, Zygmunt, Tim May (2019), Sosyolojik Düşünmek, 20. Baskı, Ayrıntı Yayınları, İstanbul
GİDDENS, Anthony (2016), Sosyoloji (Kısa Fakat Eleştirel Bir Giriş), 6. Baskı, Siyasal Kitabevi, Ankara
ÖZKALP, Enver vd. (2005), Davranış Bilimlerine Giriş, Anadolu Üniversitesi Yayınları, Eskişehir
RIUTORT, Philippe (2017), Sosyolojiye Giriş Dersleri, Doğu Batı Yayınları, Ankara
WEBER, Max (2012), Sosyal Bilimlerin Metodolojisi, 3. Baskı, Küre Yayınları, İstanbul

References:

ARON, Raymond (2017), Sosyolojik Düşüncenin Evreleri, 10. Baskı, Kırmızı Yayınevi, İstanbul
ARONSON, Elliot, vd. (2012), Sosyal Psikoloji, Kaknüs Yayınları, İstanbul
ARSLANTÜRK, Zeki, Tayfun Amman (2013), Sosyoloji (Kavramlar, Kurumlar, Süreçler, Teoriler), 9. Baskı, Çamlıca Yayınları, İstanbul
BALLANTİNE, Jeanne H. (2019), Our Social World: Introduction to Sociology, 7th Edition, SAGE Publications, ABD
BENTON, Ted (2013), Sosyolojinin Felsefi Kökenleri, Küre Yayınları, İstanbul
BOTTOMORE, Tom, Robert Nisbet (2019), Sosyolojik Çözümlemenin Tarihi, 10. Baskı, Kırmızı Y, İstanbul
BOZKURT, Veysel (2018), Değişen Dünyada Sosyoloji, Ekin Kitabevi, Bursa
BROWNE, Ken (2019), An Introduction to Sociology, 5th Edition, Polity Publishing, ABD
ELIAS, Norbert (2016), Sosyoloji Nedir, Olvido Kitap, İstanbul
GİDDENS, Anthony, Philip W. Sutton (2019), Sosyoloji, 8. Baskı, Kırmızı Yayınevi, İstanbul
LENSKI, Gerhard (1991). Human Societies: A Macrolevel Introduction to Sociology, 6th Edition, McGraw-Hill Book Company, New York.
MAUSS, Marcel (2017), Sosyoloji ve Antropoloji, 4. Baskı, Doğu Batı Yayınları, Ankara
ÖZDALGA, Elisabeth (2016), Tarihsel Sosyoloji, Doğu Batı Yayınları, Ankara
RICHTER, Rudolf (2012), Sosyolojik Paradigmalar, 3. Baskı, Küre Yayınları, İstanbul
RITZER, George (2017),Sociolical Theory, 7th Edition, SAGE Publications, ABD
RITZER, George, Wendy W. Murphy (2019) Introduction to Sociology, 5th Edt.., SAGE Pub., ABD
STEWART, Elbert W. & GLYNN, James (1985). Introduction to Sociology, McGraw-Hill Book, ABD
STOLLEY, Kathy S. (2005). The Basics of Sociology, GreenwoodPress, Westport, London.
TEZCAN, Mahmut (2016). Sosyolojiye Giriş, 9. Baskı, Anı Yayıncılık, Ankara.
TOLAN, Barlas (2005). Sosyoloji, Gazi Kitabevi, Ankara.
TOPÇU, Nurettin (2013). Sosyoloji, Dergah Yayınları, İstanbul.
TURNER, Jonathan H. (2013). The Emergence of Sociological Theory, 7th Edt.., SAGE Pub., ABD

Course - Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Course Learning Outcomes	1
Program Outcomes
1) To have sufficient knowledge and experience in applying mathematics and science in the field of Electronic Technology.
2) To have knowledge about occupational safety and its applications and to have the competence to carry out its applications.
3) To have the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in written Turkish.
4) Having basic knowledge of English language and the ability to use it in the professional field.
5) To be conscious of Ataturk's Principles and to have knowledge about the History of the Revolution.
6) Able to transfer relevant designs and applications in the field of electronics to colleagues, superiors and the people and groups they serve, and to work in teams.
7) Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; To monitor the developments in science and technology and to constantly renew itself.
8) To be able to use computer-aided electronic design programs at a basic level for simulation and printed circuit creation.
9) To be able to make decisions in independent work, to take initiative and adapt in teamwork with people inside and outside the profession.
10) To use the software and hardware required by the profession, along with basic computer usage knowledge.
11) To effectively use the devices in electronics laboratories, collect data through measurement and diagnose faults.
12) To identify problems related to unforeseen situations in electronics-related studies and to produce solutions to the problems
13) To have knowledge and awareness of social responsibility, ethical values and social security rights on electronics-related issues.
14) To be able to produce solutions using basic knowledge about the design and control of control-based functions in electronic circuits and systems.
15) To objectively evaluate and supervise the performance of employees under his/her responsibility.
16) To know the concepts related to electronics, to recognize electronic circuit elements and to use them in related circuits.
17) To recognize the physical strength limits of electronic circuit components and to gain the ability to determine operating conditions accordingly.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Average	3 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	To have sufficient knowledge and experience in applying mathematics and science in the field of Electronic Technology.	1
2)	To have knowledge about occupational safety and its applications and to have the competence to carry out its applications.	3
3)	To have the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in written Turkish.	3
4)	Having basic knowledge of English language and the ability to use it in the professional field.	3
5)	To be conscious of Ataturk's Principles and to have knowledge about the History of the Revolution.
6)	Able to transfer relevant designs and applications in the field of electronics to colleagues, superiors and the people and groups they serve, and to work in teams.
7)	Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; To monitor the developments in science and technology and to constantly renew itself.	3
8)	To be able to use computer-aided electronic design programs at a basic level for simulation and printed circuit creation.
9)	To be able to make decisions in independent work, to take initiative and adapt in teamwork with people inside and outside the profession.
10)	To use the software and hardware required by the profession, along with basic computer usage knowledge.	3
11)	To effectively use the devices in electronics laboratories, collect data through measurement and diagnose faults.
12)	To identify problems related to unforeseen situations in electronics-related studies and to produce solutions to the problems
13)	To have knowledge and awareness of social responsibility, ethical values and social security rights on electronics-related issues.
14)	To be able to produce solutions using basic knowledge about the design and control of control-based functions in electronic circuits and systems.
15)	To objectively evaluate and supervise the performance of employees under his/her responsibility.	3
16)	To know the concepts related to electronics, to recognize electronic circuit elements and to use them in related circuits.	2
17)	To recognize the physical strength limits of electronic circuit components and to gain the ability to determine operating conditions accordingly.	2

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Midterms	1	% 40
Final	1	% 60
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 60
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	3	1	13		42
Study Hours Out of Class	13	1	2		39
Midterms	1	20	1		21
Final	1	30	1		31
Total Workload					133