SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH TECHNIQUES AND PUBLICATION ETHICS PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
LEE590	SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH TECHNIQUES AND PUBLICATION ETHICS	1	3	3	6

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	MASTER'S DEGREE, TYY: + 7.Level, EQF-LLL: 7.Level, QF-EHEA: Second Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Assoc.Prof. İLKE CİRİTCİ
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	To teach students the basic principles that will enable them to conduct academic research in their fields in accordance with international scientific standards. To ensure that students can choose the right data collection and analysis methods in accordance with the research topic. To ensure that students have the ability and competence to conduct research by using scientific research methods and observing ethical values. To provide students with the ability to write scientific articles and dissertations.
Contents of the Course Unit:	The basic concepts of philosophy of science and methodology are investigated, data types are compared from various angles, data collection and analysis methods are exemplified. It ensures that the skills of using academic resources effectively and transferring research results correctly are acquired. The focus is on the relationship between science, theory and research, and how the processes related to the design and implementation of scientific research are carried out. Scientific article and thesis writing and ethical rules to be followed during this time are discussed.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
The student knows the research methods and the basic principles of scientific research.
The student discusses the basic concepts and problems of the scientific method and research process.
The student decides which topic should be addressed with which research method.
The student applies the necessary writing format to present scientific research proposals in an academic context and publish the results obtained.
The student compares quantitative and qualitative research methods.
The student explains the importance of ethics in research.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	-	Basic Concepts: Science, Philosophy of Scientific Research	-
2	-	Introduction to Research Methods, Overview of Academic Writing	-
3	-	Thesis Writing Rules	-
4	-	Scientific Research Processes: Determining the Research Topic, Defining the Research Problem	-
5	-	Determination of the Method and Model of the Research	-
6	-	Determination of the Research Universe and Sample, Hypotheses and Objectives	-
7	-	Scientific Data Collection: Literature Research	-
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	-	Methods and Tools of Data Collection	-
10	-	Methods and Tools Used in Qualitative Data	-
11	-	Methods and Tools Used in Quantitative Data	-
12	-	Analysis of the Data	-
13	-	Reporting of the Research: In-Text and End-Text Bibliography Representation, Abstract, Tables and Figures	-
14	-	Theories of Ethics in Scientific Research, Publication Ethics	-
15	-	Theories of Ethics in Scientific Research, Publication Ethics	-
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

Karasar, N. (2021). Bilimsel Araştırma Yöntemi Kavramlar İlkeler Teknikler. Ankara: Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık. Tan, W. (2017). Research Methods A Practical Guide for Students and Researchers. Second Edition, World Scientific. Walliman, N. (2021). Research Methods The Basics. 3rd Edition, Routledge. Almutairi, A. O. (2017). Scientific Research Methods. International Institute for Science, Technology & Education.

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	Have advanced theoretical and practical knowledge supported by graduate education in architecture and course resources containing up-to-date information and contribute to the field with current discussion and research topics in the post-graduate architectural environment.

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	To have the ability to use scientific, computer-based information technologies, aesthetic, artistic, historical and cultural background in the field of architecture, and the knowledge and understanding of co-production and discussion with different disciplines.

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	The students are able to have detail information regarding real life, experience and systems by focusing on the discipline of architecture.

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They have the knowledge and concepts on the history of art, aesthetic, the skill of CAD use and cultural infrastructure.

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They are able to have planning and management skills under a group responsibility.
2	The students are able to gain the life-time learning skill that is the crucial part of the discipline of architecture
3	They are able to know how to deal with their learning needs in the educational life and after.

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They consider the ethical issues strictly in case of collecting data, interpretation of the data, producing the projects and the phase of implementation in the field of architecture.
2	They have sufficient awareness regarding environmental protection and occupational health and safety issues and also they consider risk management and responsibility issues.

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They are able to transfer or share their comments and/or critiques regarding the architectural projects and problems with certain methods such as written, oral or other presentation techniques. They are also able to inform individuals or institutions in the field of architecture.
2	They are able to share their thoughts and suggestions by supporting them with numerical and qualitative manner in the architectural field with the specialists or not.
3	They are able to produce social responsibility projects and activities regarding social environment and they are also able to take active roles.
4	They are able to use of communication and information technologies effectively and efficiently in the field of architecture.

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They are able to work independently in the field of architecture and its production areas.
2	They are able to take responsibilities in the field of architectural productions in order to solve unpredictable problems and issues.

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	14	3	42
Preliminary & Further Study	12	4	48
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	12	4	48
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	1	7	7
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	5	5
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	42	0	152