Code | Name of the Course Unit | Semester | In-Class Hours (T+P) | Credit | ECTS Credit |
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HYM408 | ADVANCED METEOROLOGY | 5 | 3 | 3 | 5 |
GENERAL INFORMATION |
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Language of Instruction : | Turkish |
Level of the Course Unit : | BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle |
Type of the Course : | Elective |
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit | - |
Coordinator of the Course Unit | Assoc.Prof. SARP BAĞCAN |
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit | |
Course Prerequisite | No |
OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS |
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Objectives of the Course Unit: | This course aims to examine the meteorological phenomena in the atmosphere, to determine the effects of meteorological phenomena in aviation and to analyze the precautions related to these phenomena through case studies. |
Contents of the Course Unit: | Contents of the course include subjects such as concepts of atmosphere layers, temperature, heat, humidity, pressure and density, classification of clouds, icing, thunderstorm and turbulence. |
KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to) |
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Identify basic meteorological concepts. |
Explain the meteorological reports and documents used in aviation. |
Classify the meteorological phenomena occurring in the atmosphere according to their types. |
Analyze meteorological reports and documents. |
WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY |
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Week | Preparatory | Topics(Subjects) | Method |
1 | READING | Main concepts of meteorology | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
1 | READING | Main concepts of meteorology | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
1 | READING | Main concepts of meteorology | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
2 | READING | Meteorological codes in aviation: international civil aviation organization and standard air regulations | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
2 | READING | Meteorological codes in aviation: international civil aviation organization and standard air regulations | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
2 | READING | Meteorological codes in aviation: international civil aviation organization and standard air regulations | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
3 | READING | Meteorology documents for flight , METAR - I | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
3 | READING | Meteorology documents for flight , METAR - I | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
3 | READING | Meteorology documents for flight , METAR - I | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
4 | READING | Meteorology documents for flight, METAR - II | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
4 | READING | Meteorology documents for flight, METAR - II | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
4 | READING | Meteorology documents for flight, METAR - II | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
5 | READING | Meteorological cards – I | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
5 | READING | Meteorological cards – I | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
5 | READING | Meteorological cards – I | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
6 | READING | Meteorological cards – II | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
6 | READING | Meteorological cards – II | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
6 | READING | Meteorological cards – II | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
7 | READING | SPECI, TAF Reports – I | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
7 | READING | SPECI, TAF Reports – I | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
7 | READING | SPECI, TAF Reports – I | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
8 | - | MID-TERM EXAM | - |
8 | - | MID-TERM EXAM | - |
8 | - | MID-TERM EXAM | - |
9 | READING | SPECI, TAF Reports – I | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
9 | READING | SPECI, TAF Reports – I | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
9 | READING | SPECI, TAF Reports – I | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
10 | READING | SPECI, TAF Reports – II | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
10 | READING | SPECI, TAF Reports – II | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
10 | READING | SPECI, TAF Reports – II | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
11 | READING | Tracking of weather events on aviation | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
11 | READING | Tracking of weather events on aviation | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
11 | READING | Tracking of weather events on aviation | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
12 | READING | Clear-air turbulence (CAT): definition, reasons and intensity. CAT dangers in airplanes. Range of visibility: Atmospheric uncertainty reasons. Jet flows. Airport space selection – I | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
12 | READING | Clear-air turbulence (CAT): definition, reasons and intensity. CAT dangers in airplanes. Range of visibility: Atmospheric uncertainty reasons. Jet flows. Airport space selection – I | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
12 | READING | Clear-air turbulence (CAT): definition, reasons and intensity. CAT dangers in airplanes. Range of visibility: Atmospheric uncertainty reasons. Jet flows. Airport space selection – I | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
13 | READING | Clear-air turbulence (CAT): definition, reasons and intensity. CAT dangers in airplanes. Range of visibility: Atmospheric uncertainty reasons. Jet flows. Airport space selection - II | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
13 | READING | Clear-air turbulence (CAT): definition, reasons and intensity. CAT dangers in airplanes. Range of visibility: Atmospheric uncertainty reasons. Jet flows. Airport space selection - II | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
13 | READING | Clear-air turbulence (CAT): definition, reasons and intensity. CAT dangers in airplanes. Range of visibility: Atmospheric uncertainty reasons. Jet flows. Airport space selection - II | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
14 | READING | Weather conditions for aircrafts, rockets, missiles and missiles. Low sight level in terminals, low level jets and wind truss, icing in aircrafts and turbulence – I | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
14 | READING | Weather conditions for aircrafts, rockets, missiles and missiles. Low sight level in terminals, low level jets and wind truss, icing in aircrafts and turbulence – I | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
14 | READING | Weather conditions for aircrafts, rockets, missiles and missiles. Low sight level in terminals, low level jets and wind truss, icing in aircrafts and turbulence – I | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
15 | READING | Weather conditions for aircrafts, rockets, missiles and missiles. Low sight level in terminals, low level jets and wind truss, icing in aircrafts and turbulence - II | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
15 | READING | Weather conditions for aircrafts, rockets, missiles and missiles. Low sight level in terminals, low level jets and wind truss, icing in aircrafts and turbulence - II | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
15 | READING | Weather conditions for aircrafts, rockets, missiles and missiles. Low sight level in terminals, low level jets and wind truss, icing in aircrafts and turbulence - II | Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion |
16 | - | FINAL EXAM | - |
16 | - | FINAL EXAM | - |
16 | - | FINAL EXAM | - |
17 | - | FINAL EXAM | - |
17 | - | FINAL EXAM | - |
17 | - | FINAL EXAM | - |
SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING |
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Grant, R. (2017). Flight: The Complete History of Aviation. UK: Penguin Random house. |
Cakici, M. (2014). Havada Kalan Sorular. Istanbul: Efil Publications. |
Knox J. A. , Ackerman S. A. (2015), Meteoroloji, (Trns. Kadioglu M., Cakir S.), Ankara: Nobel Publications |
Gultepe, I., & Feltz, W. F. (2019). Aviation Meteorology: Observations and Models. Introduction. Pure and Applied Geophysics, 176(5), 1863-1867. |
ASSESSMENT |
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Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities | Number of Activities | Degree of Contribution (%) | Description |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
KNOWLEDGE |
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Theoretical |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Describe basic communication theories with the knowledge gained in public relations and publicity.
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List the main features of communication in items.
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Interpret the basic characteristics of communication and create a creative solution to ensure reconciliation in an existing communication problem.
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KNOWLEDGE |
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Factual |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
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Use the basic information in the field of Public Relations and Publicity in interdisciplinary studies.
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Evaluate the knowledge related to social and natural sciences and produce projects in professional life.
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Tell the basic concepts of public relations and advertising in detail.
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SKILLS |
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Cognitive |
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Analyze and evaluate social events at national and international level in the light of current debates.
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Use the leadership, communication and presentation skills in occupational events.
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SKILLS |
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Practical |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Follow the innovations in the field of communication and important written and oral communication tools related to the field.
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Write press releases for the purpose of introducing the institution he/she works at or owns.
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Create communication programs within the public relations and advertising campaign.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Autonomy & Responsibility |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Use published domestic and foreign data sources related to public relations and advertising in the field of communication and communication area in his / her own works such as articles and projects.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Learning to Learn |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Evaluate the planning processes of past communication programs, public relations and advertising practices.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Communication & Social |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Use communication techniques in the right place, environment and time.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Occupational and/or Vocational |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Plan communication programs in the awareness of ethical values in the professional work.
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WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT |
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Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities |
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Type of the Learning Activites | Learning Activities (# of week) | Duration (hours, h) | Workload (h) |
Lecture & In-Class Activities | 14 | 3 | 42 |
Preliminary & Further Study | 13 | 2 | 26 |
Land Surveying | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Group Work | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Reading | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Assignment (Homework) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Project Work | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Seminar | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Internship | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Technical Visit | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Web Based Learning | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Implementation/Application/Practice | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Practice at a workplace | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Occupational Activity | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Social Activity | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Thesis Work | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Field Study | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Report Writing | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Final Exam | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Preparation for the Final Exam | 2 | 15 | 30 |
Mid-Term Exam | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam | 2 | 13 | 26 |
Short Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Preparation for the Short Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 |
TOTAL | 33 | 0 | 126 |
Total Workload of the Course Unit | 126 | ||
Workload (h) / 25.5 | 4,9 | ||
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit | 5,0 |