SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS (SMS) PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
SHE235	SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS (SMS)	3	2	2	4

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	English
Level of the Course Unit :	ASSOCIATE DEGREE, TYY: + 5.Level, EQF-LLL: 5.Level, QF-EHEA: Short Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Lecturer TAHİR GÜRDİL
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. DEMET ÖZCAN BİÇİCİ
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	In this course, it aims to provide an individual effective and practical methods of planning, managing and maintaining an effective Aviation Safety Management System.
Contents of the Course Unit:	This lesson covers the planning or directing an aviation Safety Management System program. Fundamentals in systems organization and structure provide the individual with the essential skills and methodology needed to plan and manage an effective program. Emphasis is placed on under-standing the principles of risk management, identifying program development strategies, audits and applying the knowledge toward effective management systems and interoperability with Quality Assurance.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Understand a Safety Management System that includes risk management, audits, data collection, analysis, and incident investigations.
Define the essential skills and methodology needed to plan and manage an effective program.
Explain the principles of risk management, identifying program development strategies, audits and applying the knowledge toward effective management systems and interoperability with Quality Assurance.
Learn to supervise an accident prevention/risk management program including airline, commuter, corporate, fixed base operator, government, insurance, hospital emergency medical service, law enforcement and airport management.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Chapter Reading	Introduction to Safety Management Systems, Main Definitions, Components of Safety Management System	Presentation, expression, answer the questions
2	Chapter Reading	History & Evolution of Safety	Presentation, expression, answer the questions
3	Chapter Reading	Principles of Quality Management	Presentation, expression, answer the questions
4	Chapter Reading	Hazards	Presentation, expression, answer the questions
5	Chapter Reading	Risks	Presentation, expression, answer the questions
6	Chapter Reading	Controls	Presentation, expression, answer the questions
7	Chapter Reading	Taxomonies	Presentation, expression, answer the questions
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Chapter Reading	Process-Based Safety Risk Management/ Safety Assurance	Presentation, expression, answer the questions
10	Chapter Reading	Managing The SMS, Role of Management	Presentation, expression, answer the questions
11	Chapter Reading	Tools and Analysis Methods	Presentation, expression, answer the questions
12	Chapter Reading	Human Factors	Presentation, expression, answer the questions
13	Chapter Reading	Factors Affecting The Performance	Presentation, expression, answer the questions
14	Chapter Reading	Education and Training	Presentation, expression, answer the questions
15	Chapter Reading	Overview Before The Final	Presentation, expression, answer the questions
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Safety Management Systems in Aviation, Alan J. Stolzer & John J. Goglia, 2nd Edition
Implementing Safety Management Systems in Aviation, Alan J. Stolzer

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Ability to teamwork			2
2	Identify vocational problems and resolve them effectively				3
3	Comprehend, appreciate and comply with cultural and social responsibilities				3
4	Develop an awareness for life long learning				3

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Comply with occupational ethics and sense of responsibility					4
2	Utilize the theoretical information they have acquired in applications and practices				3

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Ability to have knowledge about sectoral issues.				3
2	Manage a process effectively to meet the demands.			2
3	Within the framework of regulations and procedures for implementation and to find solutions for problems.			2

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Civil aviation field statistical research skills and the ability to think about, has the ability to foresee the consequences of strategic decisions and develop skills.			2
2	Encountered in practice or as a team member to take responsibility for unforeseen problems			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Change and innovation are welcome.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Critically evaluates the acquired knowledge and skills.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Basic and is dominated by professional English, has the necessary qualifications to use the operating system in an active way for the profession.					4
2	Developments, will be able to follow trends and forecasts. Follow the latest developments related to the field and profession.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	It has the ability to reflect on the ethical and professional responsibilities.					4
2	To analyze information about the area and has the skills to interpret and evaluate.					4

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	2	2	4
Preliminary & Further Study	2	2	4
Land Surveying	2	2	4
Group Work	2	2	4
Laboratory	2	2	4
Reading	2	2	4
Assignment (Homework)	4	4	16
Project Work	3	3	9
Seminar	3	2	6
Internship	2	2	4
Technical Visit	2	2	4
Web Based Learning	2	2	4
Implementation/Application/Practice	2	2	4
Practice at a workplace	2	2	4
Occupational Activity	2	2	4
Social Activity	2	2	4
Thesis Work	2	2	4
Field Study	2	2	4
Report Writing	2	2	4
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	1	1	1
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Short Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Short Exam	1	1	1
TOTAL	48	0	101