RESEARCH METHODS IN THE SOCIAL SCIENCES PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
SOS151	RESEARCH METHODS IN THE SOCIAL SCIENCES	2	3	3	4

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. SEDA MUMLU KARANFİL
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. GÖZDE ÇAĞLAR GHASIDI
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim of this course is to enable students to acquire the knowledge, skills, and competence to explain the fundamental concepts of research; analyze the relationships between science and research, and theory and research; analyze transformations in scientific research methods and their outcomes; produce scientific knowledge by applying the processes of scientific knowledge production while observing ethical principles; and share this knowledge with target audiences.
Contents of the Course Unit:	This course covers the basic concepts of research, the relationship between science and research, the relationship between theory and research, transformations in scientific research methods, scientific research methods, literature review, research design, sampling techniques, data analysis, academic writing, referencing, and issues related to research and ethics.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)

Explains the fundamental concepts of research. Establishes the relationship between science, research, and theory. Analyzes a scientific research design and carries out the research design. Acquires the knowledge, skills, and competence to conduct research by following the processes of scientific knowledge production. Shares the scientific knowledge produced with the target audience. Evaluates knowledge produced in their own field in terms of its compliance with scientific knowledge production processes, explains its scholarly value, and develops the skills and competence to use research findings of high scholarly value in their work.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Mid-Term Exam	1	50		Optical (Test) Exam
Final Exam	1	50		Optical (Test) Exam
TOTAL	2	100

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Explain the historical development process of Aviation Management				3
2	Use computer programs related to Aviation Transportation			2
3	Define basic concepts related with aviation management.				3

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Relate the information and facts in the field with other social sciences such as law, sociology, philosophy and history.					4
2	Classify the relationship between the basic functions of the business and the interactions between these functions.			2
3	Apply knowledge and skills related to his / her field by considering the legal aspect of occupational health and safety.			2
4	Explain the concepts of entrepreneurship and innovation with the field.				3

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Manage operational activities related to the airline.				3
2	Gain lifelong learning skills and use knowledge of the field in the business life with the awareness of social responsibility.				3

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Prepare written agreements with relevant institutions in accordance with the legislation.				3
2	Perform the theoretical and practical knowledge related to the field with appropriate analytical methods and modeling techniques in business life.						5
3	Cooperate with stakeholders related to air transport.					4
4	Develop the modern techniques and tools necessary for applications related to the field.				3
5	Manage all phases from planning to implementation of aviation operations as a member of a team.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Execute a study in his/her field independently.					4
2	Decide as an individual or a team member to solve the problems encountered in applications related to the field.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Evaluate advanced knowledge and skills in his/her field with a critical approach.			2
2	Apply activities to improve his/her performance and his / her responsibility in line with the learning objectives by determining the learning needs.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Communicate with people and institutions related to the field in writing and verbally.				3
2	Explain his/her thoughts on the issues related to the field and suggestions for solutions to the problems by the related departments by using supporting quantitative and qualitative data.				3
3	Organize projects and activities for the social environment with social responsibility consciousness and to be able to apply those.			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Manage airports and terminal operations efficiently using aviation and business information.				3

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	2	28
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	14	2	28
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	0	0	0
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	0	0	0
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	44	0	100