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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:

UNI253

Course Name:

Decision Making and Problem Solving Techniques

Semester:

Spring

Course Credits:

ECTS

Language of instruction:

Turkish

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:

E-Learning

Course Coordinator:

Dr. Öğr. Üy. TAYFUN UTAŞ

Course Lecturer(s):

Tayfun Utaş

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:	The aim of this course is to provide students with the ability to analyze complex decision-making processes and produce solutions. Throughout the course, students will understand decision-making processes through statistical and optimization models, develop their analytical thinking skills and have the opportunity to apply problem-solving techniques.
Course Content:	1. Decision Making Process and Models 2. Statistical Decision Making Techniques 3. Optimization Models and Solution Techniques 4. Problem Solving Approaches and Techniques 5. Real Life Applications of Decision Making and Problem Solving Techniques

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Ability to understand and analyze decision-making processes and models.
2) Ability to analyze data through statistical and optimization models.
3) Developing analytical thinking abilities.
4) Ability to apply effective problem solving techniques.
5) Ability to apply decision-making and problem-solving techniques to real-life situations.

Course Flow Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction to Decision Making Process and Models
2)	Statistical Decision Making Techniques - I
3)	Statistical Decision Making Techniques - II
4)	Introduction to Optimization Models
5)	Optimization Solution Techniques - I
6)	Optimization Solution Techniques - II
7)	Introduction to Problem Solving Approaches
8)	Midterm exam
9)	Problem Solving Techniques - I
10)	Problem Solving Techniques - II

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	1. Bazerman, M.H. & Moore, D.A. (2012). Judgment in Managerial Decision Making. Wiley. 2. Dyer, J.S. & Watson, G. (2013). Analytic Decision Making. Springer.
References:	1. Hammond, J.S., Keeney, R.L., & Raiffa, H. (2006). Smart Choices: A Practical Guide to Making Better Decisions. Broadway Business. 2. Ullman, D.G. (2010). The Mechanical Design Process. McGraw-Hill.

Course - Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Course Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5
Program Outcomes
1) Prepares, implements and evaluates educational programs, appropriate learning environments, materials taking into account the developmental characteristics and individual differences of children.
2) Develops original products, projects and activities related to child development, manages these studies, evaluates and evaluates the process.
3) Follow science and technology and have critical thinking skills.
4) Uses effective teaching and communication methods which may be necessary in the guidance and counseling activities for families and develops solutions when they encounter an unpredictable situation.
5) It follows information in the field by using a foreign language at least at the level of European Language Portfolio A2 General Level.
6) Uses information and communication technologies together with computer software at the basic level of at least European Computer Driving License required by the field.
7) Has knowledge about ethical principles and rules in the field.
8) It shares the knowledge gained in the field of Child Development with the people working in the field and with the social responsibility consciousness.
9) It has the awareness of lifelong learning and directs its education to an advanced level of education in the same field or to a profession at the same level.
10) Knows democracy, human rights, children's rights, social, scientific and professional ethical values, relevant legislation and acts accordingly.
11) The researcher is open to changes, creative, problem-solving skills and the ability to share solutions.
12) Knows the applications of different characteristics of children to society. It has the ability to produce different solutions to the problem situation for children and enables the employees to take responsibility for the solutions.
13) Understands the place and importance of the game in pre-school education, the child knows how to use the game as a means of rehabilitation and self-expression.
14) Selects and uses the modern techniques and tools required for pre-school education. Communicates with other areas that may be associated with the field.
15) The individual has sufficient consciousness about environmental protection and occupational safety and behaves according to these processes. Its appearance, attitude, attitude and behavior make it an example for society.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Average	3 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Prepares, implements and evaluates educational programs, appropriate learning environments, materials taking into account the developmental characteristics and individual differences of children.
2)	Develops original products, projects and activities related to child development, manages these studies, evaluates and evaluates the process.
3)	Follow science and technology and have critical thinking skills.
4)	Uses effective teaching and communication methods which may be necessary in the guidance and counseling activities for families and develops solutions when they encounter an unpredictable situation.
5)	It follows information in the field by using a foreign language at least at the level of European Language Portfolio A2 General Level.
6)	Uses information and communication technologies together with computer software at the basic level of at least European Computer Driving License required by the field.
7)	Has knowledge about ethical principles and rules in the field.
8)	It shares the knowledge gained in the field of Child Development with the people working in the field and with the social responsibility consciousness.
9)	It has the awareness of lifelong learning and directs its education to an advanced level of education in the same field or to a profession at the same level.
10)	Knows democracy, human rights, children's rights, social, scientific and professional ethical values, relevant legislation and acts accordingly.
11)	The researcher is open to changes, creative, problem-solving skills and the ability to share solutions.
12)	Knows the applications of different characteristics of children to society. It has the ability to produce different solutions to the problem situation for children and enables the employees to take responsibility for the solutions.
13)	Understands the place and importance of the game in pre-school education, the child knows how to use the game as a means of rehabilitation and self-expression.
14)	Selects and uses the modern techniques and tools required for pre-school education. Communicates with other areas that may be associated with the field.
15)	The individual has sufficient consciousness about environmental protection and occupational safety and behaves according to these processes. Its appearance, attitude, attitude and behavior make it an example for society.

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	14	3	2		70
Midterms	1	20	2		22
Final	1	30	3		33
Total Workload					125