Code | Name of the Course Unit | Semester | In-Class Hours (T+P) | Credit | ECTS Credit |
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POL421 | INTERNATIONAL SECURITY | 5 | 3 | 3 | 5 |
GENERAL INFORMATION |
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Language of Instruction : | English |
Level of the Course Unit : | BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle |
Type of the Course : | Elective |
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit | - |
Coordinator of the Course Unit | Assist.Prof. HABİBE GÜNGÖR |
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit | |
Course Prerequisite | No |
OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS |
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Objectives of the Course Unit: | This course offers an advanced overview of the key international security issues in terms of both military and non-military security such as ‘’terrorism’’, ‘’new wars’’, ‘’nuclear proliferation’’, ‘’arms trade in conventional weapons’’, ‘’intelligence and security’’, ‘’private military and security companies’’, ‘’environmental security’’, ‘’food security’’, ‘’health and security’’ as well as several cases including great powers’ security policies and emerging new challanges arising from regional security problems. |
Contents of the Course Unit: | Contents of the course include horizontal and vertical factors and subjects effecting the international security after the end of Cold War which has brought before new security concept in the field of international relations. |
KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to) |
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On completing the course a successful student should be able to: [i] understand a wide range of contemporary security issues and the potential relations between them [ii] formulate academically informed opinions about, and demonstrate knowledge in depth of, particular contemporary security issues [iii] understand the differences between the narrow and the broader security agenda. |
WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY |
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Week | Preparatory | Topics(Subjects) | Method |
1 | - | Preliminary information for basic concepts of the course, aim of the course and content | Lecture & Question and Answer |
2 | Reading the related subject in the course book: Edited by Kaldor Marry, Rangelov Iavor,(2014),The Handbook of Global Security Policy.Wiley Blackwell, p. 11-31 | Global Security, Defining Security and the type of security threats.Booth,Ken | Lecture & Question and Answer |
3 | Reading the related subject in the course book:Buzan, Barry, Hansen, Lene, The Evoluation of International Security Studies, Cambridge University Press, 2009,p. 8-19 ISBN-13 978-0-511-65179-3 eBook | Defining International Security Studies | Lecture & Question and Answer |
4 | Reading the related subject in the course book:Buzan, Barry, Hansen, Lene, The Evoluation of International Security Studies, Cambridge University Press, 2009,p. 158-225 ISBN-13 978-0-511-65179-3 eBook | International Security Studies, widening and deepening security | Lecture & Question and Answer |
5 | Reading the related subject in the course book: Edited by Kaldor Marry, Rangelov Iavor,(2014),The Handbook of Global Security Policy.Wiley Blackwell, p. 31-50 | Security and Social Critique, David Mutimer | Lecture & Question and Answer |
6 | Reading the related subject in the course book: Edited by Kaldor Marry, Rangelov Iavor,(2014),The Handbook of Global Security Policy.Wiley Blackwell, p. 51-68 | Gender and Security, Natasha Marhia | Lecture & Question and Answer |
7 | Reading the related subject in the course book: Paul D. Williams, Security Studies an Introduction, Routledge, 2008, p. 279-283ISBN0-203-92660-9 Edited by Kaldor Marry, Rangelov Iavor,(2014),The Handbook of Global Security Policy.Wiley Blackwell, p. 85-101 | Human Security, Responsible to Protect | Lecture & Question and Answer |
8 | - | MID-TERM EXAM | - |
9 | Reading the related subject in the course book: by Kaldor Marry, Rangelov Iavor,(2014),The Handbook of Global Security Policy.Wiley Blackwell, p. 85-101 | Continue- Human Security -The Barcelona Version of Human Security, The Impact of the War on Terror, The Critiques of Human Security, Reconstructing Human Security | Lecture & Question and Answer |
10 | Reading the related subject in the course book: by Kaldor Marry, Rangelov Iavor,(2014),The Handbook of Global Security Policy.Wiley Blackwell, p. 68-85 | Security and (Global) Risks, Sabine Selchow | Lecture & Question and Answer |
10 | Reading the related subject in the course book: by Kaldor Marry, Rangelov Iavor,(2014),The Handbook of Global Security Policy.Wiley Blackwell, p. 68-85 | Security and (Global) Risks, Sabine Selchow | Lecture & Question and Answer |
11 | Reading the related subject in the course book: by Kaldor Marry, Rangelov Iavor,(2014),The Handbook of Global Security Policy.Wiley Blackwell, p. 85-103 | Nuclear Disarmament and Nonproliferation, Maria Rost Rublee | Lecture & Question and Answer |
11 | Reading the related subject in the course book: by Kaldor Marry, Rangelov Iavor,(2014),The Handbook of Global Security Policy.Wiley Blackwell, p. 85-103 | Nuclear Disarmament and Nonproliferation, Maria Rost Rublee | Lecture & Question and Answer |
12 | Reading the related subject in the course book: by Kaldor Marry, Rangelov Iavor,(2014),The Handbook of Global Security Policy.Wiley Blackwell, p. 105-126 | Terrorism and Antiterrorism, Ekaterina Stepanova | Lecture & Question and Answer |
12 | Reading the related subject in the course book: by Kaldor Marry, Rangelov Iavor,(2014),The Handbook of Global Security Policy.Wiley Blackwell, p. 105-126 | Terrorism and Antiterrorism, Ekaterina Stepanova | Lecture & Question and Answer |
13 | Reading the related subject in the course book: by Kaldor Marry, Rangelov Iavor,(2014),The Handbook of Global Security Policy.Wiley Blackwell, p. 160-175 | Natural Resources and Insecurity, Anouk S. Rigterink | Lecture & Question and Answer |
13 | Reading the related subject in the course book: by Kaldor Marry, Rangelov Iavor,(2014),The Handbook of Global Security Policy.Wiley Blackwell, p. 160-175 | Natural Resources and Insecurity, Anouk S. Rigterink | Lecture & Question and Answer |
14 | Reading the related subject in the course book: by Kaldor Marry, Rangelov Iavor,(2014),The Handbook of Global Security Policy.Wiley Blackwell, p.232-247 | The Evolution of International Peacekeeping, Renata Dwan | Lecture & Question and Answer |
14 | Reading the related subject in the course book: by Kaldor Marry, Rangelov Iavor,(2014),The Handbook of Global Security Policy.Wiley Blackwell, p.232-247 | The Evolution of International Peacekeeping, Renata Dwan | Lecture & Question and Answer |
15 | Reading the related subject in the course book: by Kaldor Marry, Rangelov Iavor,(2014),The Handbook of Global Security Policy.Wiley Blackwell, p.247-265 | State-Building, Nation-Building, and Reconstruction, Vesna Bojicic-Dzelilovic, Denisa Kostovicova, and David Rampton | Lecture & Question and Answer |
15 | Reading the related subject in the course book: by Kaldor Marry, Rangelov Iavor,(2014),The Handbook of Global Security Policy.Wiley Blackwell, p.247-265 | State-Building, Nation-Building, and Reconstruction, Vesna Bojicic-Dzelilovic, Denisa Kostovicova, and David Rampton | Lecture & Question and Answer |
16 | - | FINAL EXAM | - |
17 | - | FINAL EXAM | - |
SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING |
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Edited by Kaldor Marry, Rangelov Iavor,(2014),The Handbook of Global Security Policy.Wiley Blackwell, |
Buzan, Barry, Hansen, Lene, The Evoluation of International Security Studies, Cambridge University Press, 2009,p. 8-19 ISBN-13 978-0-511-65179-3 eBook |
Paul D. Williams, Security Studies an Introduction, Routledge, 2008, p. 279-283ISBN0-203-92660-9 |
Alan Collins, Çağdaş Güvenlik Çalışmaları, Çeviren, Nasuh Uslu,3ncü Baskı, Eylül 2017, Uluslararası İlişkiler Kütüphanesi, ISBN: 978-605-65942-9-8 |
Peter Hough, Understanding Global Security, 2004, Routledge, New York, İSBN: 0-203-40318-5 |
Kim R. Holmes, What is National Security, The Heritage Foundation, 2015 Index of US Military Strength. |
Bary Buzan, New patterns of global security in the twenty-first century, Wiley-Blackwell, 2010 |
ASSESSMENT |
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Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities | Number of Activities | Degree of Contribution (%) | Description |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
KNOWLEDGE |
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Theoretical |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Explain the historical development process of Aviation Management.
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Use computer programs related to Aviation Transportation.
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Define basic concepts related with aviation management.
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KNOWLEDGE |
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Factual |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Relate the information and facts in the field with other social sciences such as law, sociology, philosophy and history.
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2 |
Classify the relationship between the basic functions of the business and the interactions between these functions.
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3 |
Apply knowledge and skills related to his / her field by considering the legal aspect of occupational health and safety.
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4 |
Explain the concepts of entrepreneurship and innovation with the field.
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SKILLS |
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Cognitive |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Manage operational activities related to the airline.
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Gain lifelong learning skills and use knowledge of the field in the business life with the awareness of social responsibility.
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SKILLS |
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Practical |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Prepare written agreements with relevant institutions in accordance with the legislation.
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Perform the theoretical and practical knowledge related to the field with appropriate analytical methods and modeling techniques in business life.
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Manage all phases from planning to implementation of aviation operations as a member of a team.
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Cooperate with stakeholders related to air transport.
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Develop the modern techniques and tools necessary for applications related to the field.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Autonomy & Responsibility |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Execute a study in his/her field independently.
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Decide as an individual or a team member to solve the problems encountered in applications related to the field.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Learning to Learn |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Evaluate advanced knowledge and skills in his/her field with a critical approach.
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2 |
Apply activities to improve his/her performance and his / her responsibility in line with the learning objectives by determining the learning needs.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Communication & Social |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Communicate with people and institutions related to the field in writing and verbally.
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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.
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Organize projects and activities for the social environment with social responsibility consciousness and to be able to apply those.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Occupational and/or Vocational |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Manage airports and terminal operations efficiently using aviation and business information.
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WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT |
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Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities |
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Type of the Learning Activites | Learning Activities (# of week) | Duration (hours, h) | Workload (h) |
Lecture & In-Class Activities | 14 | 3 | 42 |
Preliminary & Further Study | 13 | 5 | 65 |
Land Surveying | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Group Work | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Reading | 1 | 10 | 10 |
Assignment (Homework) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Project Work | 1 | 10 | 10 |
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 | 1 | 1 |
Field Study | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Report Writing | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Final Exam | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Preparation for the Final Exam | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Mid-Term Exam | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Short Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Preparation for the Short Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 |
TOTAL | 34 | 0 | 132 |
Total Workload of the Course Unit | 132 | ||
Workload (h) / 25.5 | 5,2 | ||
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit | 5,0 |