DISSERTATION PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
SBE600I	DISSERTATION	9	0	0	30

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY, TYY: + 7.Level, EQF-LLL: 7.Level, QF-EHEA: Third Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Prof. OSMAN KOPMAZ
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The Doctoral thesis is research work designed for a second cycle degree in BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION with the course codes SBE601, SBE602 and SBE603 in the last three succeeding semesters of the programme, each having 30 ECTS Credits. The objective of the doctoral thesis is to develop and demonstrate the ability of the students to identify and clarify a problem or an issue in the field by systematically applying the theories and research methods acquired through their undergraduate, graduate and master studies and to carry out demanding specialist tasks independently at the end of their Doctora's programme.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Thesis work is a learning process which comprises (1) the analysing phase, characterised by defining a topic of interest for the thesis and familiarisation with it, data collection and processing, and justification of the subject of thesis. This includes objectives, delimitations to be defined, identification of the problem(s) to be solved or development(s) to be achieved; (2) the planning phase, during which the student considers what the information gathered on the subject signifies and is relevant in terms of the objective of the thesis. This includes presentation of the theoretical framework in relation the thesis title based on the results of literature survey, data collection and relate the theory to the topic of thesis and defining the procedures, methods and techniques to be used for proper development and implementation of the thesis work, (3) the implementation phase, where the development tasks are carried out in accordance with the plan and the development process is evaluated and monitored; (4) the evaluation phase, involving deliberation and the drawing of conclusions; and (5) the publication phase, in which the thesis is written, edited, delivered, presented and defended.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Comprehend and systematically integrate theoretical and factual knowledge required for specialization as well as providing the basis for the development of original ideas in a field of work or learning,
Comprehend the interdisciplinary interactions of the work in relations other disciplines,
Create, analyse and/or assess scientific issues in theories and methods
Comprehend the contents of the relevant literature and relate this to the thesis work.
Formulate issues, plan and carry out advanced tasks within specified time limits
Demonstrate ability to clearly present and discuss thesis results using written, oral and visual techniques

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	-	Analysing Phase	-
2	-	Analysing Phase	-
3	-	Analysing Phase	-
4	-	Analysing Phase	-
5	-	Analysing Phase	-
6	-	Analysing Phase	-
7	-	Analysing Phase	-
8	-	Presenting a report and/or give a departmental seminar, getting feedbacks and revising the analysing phase	-
8	-	Presenting a report and/or give a departmental seminar, getting feedbacks and revising the analysing phase	-
9	-	Analysing Phase	-
10	-	Analysing Phase	-
11	-	Analysing Phase	-
12	-	Analysing Phase	-
13	-	Analysing Phase	-
14	-	Analysing Phase	-
15	-	Presenting a report and/or give a departmental seminar, getting feedbacks and revising the analysing phase	-
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Improved textbooks, past and current scientific research papers, dissertations, reports, and other materials related to the topic of the thesis research

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	Based on engineering master level qualifications, they can develop their knowledge in Aeronautical Engineering or a different field at the level of expertise

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Can use the theoretical and applied knowledge at the level of expertise gained in the field of Aeronautical Engineering.

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Can lead in environments that require solving problems related to Aeronautical Engineering.
2	Can develop new strategic approaches for the solution of complex and unpredictable problems encountered in applications related to the field of Aeronautical Engineering and produce solutions by taking responsibility.
3	Can lead in environments that require solving problems related to Aeronautical Engineering.

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Constructs engineering problems, develops methods to solve them, and applies innovative methods in solutions.

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Constructs engineering problems, develops methods to solve them, and applies innovative methods in solutions
2	By conducting scientific research in the field of engineering, the student reaches knowledge in depth and breadth, evaluates, interprets and applies the knowledge.
3	Completes and applies knowledge using scientific methods using limited or incomplete data; Integrates knowledge from different disciplines.
4	Constructs engineering problems, develops methods to solve them, and applies innovative methods in solutions.
5	Develops new and/or original ideas and methods; Develops innovative solutions in system, part or process designs.
6	Designs and implements analytical, modeling and experimental based research; Analyzes and interprets complex situations encountered in this process.

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Students will be able to critically evaluate the knowledge and skills acquired in the field of Aeronautical Engineering and direct their learning.

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Can use information and communication technologies at an advanced level along with computer software at the level required by the field.

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	To be able to develop strategy, policy and implementation plans in the field of Aeronautical Engineering and evaluate the obtained results within the framework of quality processes.
2	To be able to develop strategy, policy and implementation plans in the field of Aeronautical Engineering and evaluate the obtained results within the framework of quality processes.
3	Can use the knowledge, problem solving and/or application skills they have internalized in the field of Aeronautical Engineering in interdisciplinary studies.

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	0	0	0
Preliminary & Further Study	0	0	0
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	14	30	420
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	1	100	100
Field Study	1	245	245
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Final Exam	0	0	0
Mid-Term Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	0	0	0
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	16	0	765