STATISTICS I PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
VBA201	STATISTICS I	3	3	3	6

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. YEŞİM NALKESEN AKIN
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The objective of this course is to equip students with data-driven analytical thinking skills by introducing them to the fundamental concepts of statistics, types of data, descriptive statistics, measures of central tendency and dispersion, and the standard normal distribution. The course aims to enable students to evaluate basic statistical concepts from a data analytics perspective and to perform statistical analysis at a foundational level.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Basic concepts of statistics, types of data, descriptive statistics, measures of central tendency and dispersion, presenting data using tables and graphs, an introduction to hypothesis testing, and basic reporting techniques.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Explains the basic concepts of statistics and their importance in data science.
Distinguishes between data types and levels of measurement.
Classifies data and summarizes it using frequency distributions and cross-tabulations.
Visualizes and interprets data using appropriate tables and graphs.
Calculates measures of central tendency and interprets the results.
Calculates measures of variability and location and evaluates data distribution.
Applies basic probability concepts and rules to statistical problems.
Distinguishes between discrete and continuous random variables and basic probability distributions.
Performs descriptive statistical analyses on real-world data sets.
Interprets and reports the results of statistical analyses in the context of data science problems.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	The relevant unit in the course book	Introduction to Statistics and Probability, Basic Concepts	Method
2	The relevant unit in the course book	Types of Data, Levels of Measurement, and Data Collection	Method
3	The relevant unit in the course book	Organizing Data, Frequency Tables, and Graphs	Method
4	The relevant unit in the course book	Descriptive Statistics and Measures of Central Tendency	Method
5	The relevant unit in the course book	Measures of Dispersion and Measures of Position	Method
6	The relevant unit in the course book	Basic Concepts of Probability	Method
7	The relevant unit in the course book	Counting Techniques (Permutations, Combinations, and the Binomial Expansion	Method
8	The relevant unit in the course book	Conditional Probability and Independent Events	Method
9	The relevant unit in the course book	Random Variables	Method
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	The relevant unit in the course book	Discrete Probability Distributions	Method
12	The relevant unit in the course book	Continuous Probability Distributions	Method
13	The relevant unit in the course book	Normal Distribution and Standard Normal Distribution	Method
14	The relevant unit in the course book	Basic Applications of Probability and Statistics in Data Science	Review
15	The relevant unit in the course book	Basic Applications of Probability and Statistics in Data Science	Review
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	The student gains proficiency in the fundamental components of data science and analytics, and is able to practically apply methods related to statistical analysis, data mining, and machine learning.					4
2	The student is capable of analyzing both structured and unstructured data types and can effectively utilize analytical methods to derive meaningful insights from large datasets.			2
3	The student can utilize programming languages such as Python, R, and SQL in data analysis and modeling processes and is able to effectively manage data processing and automation tasks.		1

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	The student can express analytical findings clearly and effectively by using data visualization and result reporting techniques, contributing meaningfully to decision-making processes.				3
2	The student can analyze complex data-driven problems, develop appropriate solutions, and make creative, data-based decisions through the use of scientific research methods.				3

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	The student can analyze problems encountered in the field of data science and analytics, develop solutions by selecting appropriate data analysis techniques, and critically evaluate statistical, algorithmic, and artificial intelligence-based methods.					4

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	The student can effectively use programming languages such as Python, R, and SQL in data science and analytics applications; they are capable of developing practical solutions using data mining, machine learning, big data processing, data visualization, and modeling tools, and can work with real-world datasets.		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	The student is able to take responsibility in individual or team-based projects related to data science and analytics, independently plan and execute complex data-driven tasks, and play an active role in decision-making processes by developing analytical and creative solutions to encountered problems.		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	The student possesses the competence for continuous self-improvement with an awareness of lifelong learning by following current developments, technologies, and methods in the field of data science and analytics; they can rapidly acquire new knowledge and skills and apply them effectively.			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	The student can communicate their work in data science and analytics clearly and effectively through written, oral, and visual means; they are capable of working efficiently in multidisciplinary teams, engaging in effective communication, and developing collaborative solutions.			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	The student has a strong command of the concepts, methods, algorithms, and tools specific to the field of data science and analytics; they can carry out data collection, processing, analysis, and interpretation processes in accordance with ethical principles, and act with a sense of responsibility regarding data privacy and security.			2

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	14	3	42
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	10	1	10
Assignment (Homework)	8	1	8
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	8	2	16
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	1	3	3
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	5	3	15
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	3	3	9
Short Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Short Exam	1	3	3
TOTAL	67	0	151