GRADUATION PROJECT PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
GMY452	GRADUATION PROJECT	8	2	1	2

GENERAL INFORMATION
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 :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. SİNEM GÜRKAN
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	To enable students to identify and formulate engineering problems in the field of aircraft maintenance and repair, and to develop solutions using scientific and technical methods; by designing a system, process, or component, students enhance their applied engineering competencies.
Contents of the Course Unit:	The project covers the design, analysis, or improvement of a system, process, or component within the field of aircraft maintenance and repair. The course encompasses the entire process from project selection to completion and presentation. Throughout this process, students apply the theoretical knowledge and practical skills they have acquired during their education to real engineering problems.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Define the project topic and formulate it as an appropriate engineering problem.
Conduct a literature review for the project topic and analyze relevant information.
Organize project groups and assign responsibilities effectively.
Evaluate and interpret the feasibility of the selected project topic.
Determine and scientifically/technically assess the methods to be used in the project.
Initiate project work and report progress through interim presentations.
Analyze challenges encountered during the project and develop solution proposals.
Prepare the capstone project report following academic writing standards.
Present project results effectively through oral presentations and poster formats.
Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills based on the project outcomes.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	-	General information about the Capstone Project and topic selection	-
2	-	Capstone Project preliminary preparation, topic and group assignment	-
3	-	Literature review, discussion of topics, and determination of working groups	-
4	-	General evaluation and interpretation of project topics	-
5	-	Review of project-related literature and assessment/interpretation of methods to be used	-
6	-	Review of project-related literature and assessment of methods to be used	-
7	-	Commencement of project work and student presentations	-
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	-	Continuation of project work and student presentations, evaluation of encountered issues	-
10	-	Continuation of project work and student presentations, assessment of challenges	-
11	-	Continuation of project work and student presentations, analysis of problems	-
12	-	Proper documentation and reporting of the capstone project	-
13	-	Proper documentation and reporting of the capstone project	-
14	-	Review of capstone project report, presentation, and poster formats	-
15	-	Review of capstone project report, presentation, and poster formats	-
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

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

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Define the basic concepts of aeronautical standards and rules. (Bloom 1)						5

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Organize teamwork during the collection, interpretation, announcement and application of data related to the field. (Bloom 6)						5

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Perform theoretical and practical knowledge related to his/her field in business life using analytical methods and modeling techniques. (Bloom 4)						5
2	Use maintenance manuals and other sources of information in business life to obtain information about the field. (Bloom3)					4
3	Determine the actualities of all technical and administrative documents related with the field. (Bloom 1)					4
4	Perform theoretical and practical knowledge related to his/her field in business life using analytical methods and modeling techniques. (Bloom 4)						5

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Use computer software, information and communication technologies at the level required by the field. (Bloom 3)				3
2	Interpret the sketches, scheme, graphics that describe the subject. (Bloom 2)				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Develop solutions for problems faced during application. (Bloom 6)					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Determine the learning requirements related with his/her field. (Bloom 3)			2
2	Use the lifelong learning principles in occupational development. (Bloom 3)						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Apply the technical drawing knowledge effectively in business life. (Bloom 3)					4
2	By informing the relevant persons and institutions about the related field; state his / her thoughts and suggestions for solutions in the field.(Bloom 1)				3
3	Debate his/her ideas and solution suggestions with experts by supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data. (Bloom 2)						5
4	Participate in training related to the field at international level. (Bloom 3)					4
5	Organize activities for the professional development of employees under his/her responsibility. (Bloom 6).					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Use the knowledge and skills obtained during undergraduate education in work life. (Bloom 3)				3
2	Solve the problems encountered in his/her field. (Bloom 3)						5
3	Apply the necessary culture of behavior in the areas of quality management and processes and environmental protection and occupational safety (Bloom 3)					4
4	Locate the awareness of safety factor to himself and to the team. (Bloom 1)						5

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	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	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	0	0	0