Mechanical Engineering (English) | |||||
Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 |
Course Code: | UNI245 | ||||
Course Name: | Economics of Technology & Innovation | ||||
Semester: | Fall | ||||
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Language of instruction: | English | ||||
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Does the Course Require Work Experience?: | No | ||||
Type of course: | University Elective | ||||
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Mode of Delivery: | Face to face | ||||
Course Coordinator: | Doç. Dr. AYFER USTABAŞ | ||||
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Doç. Dr. AYFER USTABAŞ |
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Course Objectives: | The aim of the course is to provide students with a general comprehension about the crucial impacts of technical and technological progresses on economic development. |
Course Content: | Innovations and inventions in the waves of technical change, Schumpeter’s theories on technical and technological changes, contemporary theories of innovation in relation to firm behaviour. |
The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Comprehend the crucial impacts of technical and technological progresses on economic development. 2) Have a comprehensive knowledge of Schumpeter's theories. 3) Learn the difference between inveentions and inovations. 4) Learn the modern theories on the economics of technology. |
Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
1) | Schumpeter’s Theories | |
2) | Schumpeter’s Theories | |
3) | Theories of Entrepreneurship | |
4) | Theories of Entrepreneurship | |
5) | The Rise of Technology, Industrial Revolution | |
6) | The Age of Electricity, Innovations in Oil and Chemicals-Synthetic Materials | |
7) | Mass Production and Automobile | |
8) | MIDTERM | |
9) | Electronics and Computers | |
10) | Success and Failure in Industrial Innovation | |
11) | Innovation and Firm Strategies | |
12) | National Systems of Innovation | |
13) | Technology and Economic Growth | |
14) | International Trade Performance, Diffusion of Technology |
Course Notes / Textbooks: | The Economics of Industrial Revolution, Chris Freeman and Luc Soete 3rd Ed. Cassel, London, 1997 |
References: | Yenilik İktisadı, Chris Freeman and Luc Soete, Trans. Ergün Türkcan, Tübitak, Ankara, 2003 |
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1) Build up a body of knowledge in mathematics, science and Mechanical Engineering subjects; use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve complex engineering problems. | |||||||||||
2) Identify, formulate, and solve complex Mechanical Engineering problems; select and apply proper modeling and analysis methods for this purpose. | |||||||||||
3) Design complex Mechanical systems, processes, devices or products under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; apply modern design methods for this purpose. | |||||||||||
4) Devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in Mechanical Engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively. | |||||||||||
5) Design and conduct numerical or pysical experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to Mechanical Engineering. | |||||||||||
6) Cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working on Mechanical-related problems. | |||||||||||
7) Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing. Write and understand reports, prepare design and production reports, deliver effective presentations, give and receive clear and understandable instructions. | |||||||||||
8) Recognize the need for life-long learning; show ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously educate oneself. | |||||||||||
9) Develop an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility, and behave accordingly. Be informed about the standards used in Mechanical Engineering applications. | |||||||||||
10) Learn about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. | |||||||||||
11) Acquire knowledge about the effects of practices of Mechanical Engineering on health, environment, security in universal and social scope, and the contemporary problems of Mechatronics engineering; is aware of the legal consequences of Mechanical engineering solutions. |
No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Average | 3 Highest |
Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
1) | Build up a body of knowledge in mathematics, science and Mechanical Engineering subjects; use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve complex engineering problems. | |
2) | Identify, formulate, and solve complex Mechanical Engineering problems; select and apply proper modeling and analysis methods for this purpose. | |
3) | Design complex Mechanical systems, processes, devices or products under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; apply modern design methods for this purpose. | |
4) | Devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in Mechanical Engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively. | |
5) | Design and conduct numerical or pysical experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to Mechanical Engineering. | |
6) | Cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working on Mechanical-related problems. | |
7) | Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing. Write and understand reports, prepare design and production reports, deliver effective presentations, give and receive clear and understandable instructions. | |
8) | Recognize the need for life-long learning; show ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously educate oneself. | |
9) | Develop an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility, and behave accordingly. Be informed about the standards used in Mechanical Engineering applications. | |
10) | Learn about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. | |
11) | Acquire knowledge about the effects of practices of Mechanical Engineering on health, environment, security in universal and social scope, and the contemporary problems of Mechatronics engineering; is aware of the legal consequences of Mechanical engineering solutions. |
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 |
Activities | Number of Activities | Preparation for the Activity | Spent for the Activity Itself | Completing the Activity Requirements | Workload | ||
Course Hours | 14 | 1 | 3 | 56 | |||
Study Hours Out of Class | 14 | 0 | 2 | 28 | |||
Midterms | 1 | 15 | 1 | 16 | |||
Final | 1 | 25 | 1 | 26 | |||
Total Workload | 126 |