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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:

Fall

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) Knows the competencies and responsibilities of the profession, has the theoretical and practical knowledge about the basic physical principles of dialysis.
2) General aspects of nephrology have knowledge about renal failure, renal diseases, fluid electrolyte problems and develops solutions when faced with an unpredictable situation.
3) Hemodiafiltration uses peritoneal dialysis and hemodialysis device.
4) Can follow the patient from end to end in hemodialysis.
5) To be aware of social, scientific, cultural and professional ethical values and use them in working environment.
6) Have information about dialysis treatment methods and types. He constantly trains himself by following the technological and scientific developments in dialysis.
7) 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.
8) It is prone to teamwork and has the ability to communicate effectively with other members of the health team.
9) It follows information in the field by using a foreign language at least at the level of European Language Portfolio A2 General Level.
10) Uses information and communication technologies together with computer software at the basic level of at least European Computer Driving License required by the field.
11) Acts in accordance with laws, regulations, legislation and professional ethics rules related to its duties, rights and responsibilities as individuals.
12) They act in accordance with quality management and processes and participate in these processes. Has sufficient knowledge about occupational safety.
13) He is sensitive to the health problems of dialysis patients and works with a consciousness towards improving health.
14) Has enough awareness about individual and public health, environmental protection and occupational safety.
15) 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)	Knows the competencies and responsibilities of the profession, has the theoretical and practical knowledge about the basic physical principles of dialysis.
2)	General aspects of nephrology have knowledge about renal failure, renal diseases, fluid electrolyte problems and develops solutions when faced with an unpredictable situation.
3)	Hemodiafiltration uses peritoneal dialysis and hemodialysis device.
4)	Can follow the patient from end to end in hemodialysis.
5)	To be aware of social, scientific, cultural and professional ethical values and use them in working environment.
6)	Have information about dialysis treatment methods and types. He constantly trains himself by following the technological and scientific developments in dialysis.
7)	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.
8)	It is prone to teamwork and has the ability to communicate effectively with other members of the health team.
9)	It follows information in the field by using a foreign language at least at the level of European Language Portfolio A2 General Level.
10)	Uses information and communication technologies together with computer software at the basic level of at least European Computer Driving License required by the field.
11)	Acts in accordance with laws, regulations, legislation and professional ethics rules related to its duties, rights and responsibilities as individuals.
12)	They act in accordance with quality management and processes and participate in these processes. Has sufficient knowledge about occupational safety.
13)	He is sensitive to the health problems of dialysis patients and works with a consciousness towards improving health.
14)	Has enough awareness about individual and public health, environmental protection and occupational safety.
15)	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