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OPERATIONS RESEARCH PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
UIT320 OPERATIONS RESEARCH 5 3 3 5

GENERAL INFORMATION

Language of Instruction : Turkish
Level of the Course Unit : , TYY: + , EQF-LLL: , QF-EHEA:
Type of the Course : Elective
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit -
Coordinator of the Course Unit
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS

Objectives of the Course Unit: The objective of this course is to teach modeling and decision making concept in operations research, general methodologies and solution procedures. At the end of the course, students will be able to analyze the problems of business management and produce solutions by using this information.
Contents of the Course Unit: Contents of the course include; introduction to numerical methods in decision making, formulation in linear programming and graphical solution method, linear programming applications, sensitivity analysis in graphical solution, algebraic solution in linear programming (Simplex Method), special cases in simplex method, duality and sensitivity analysis in linear programming, transportation in linear programming model, assignment model and transport model.

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

Apply model formulation and decision making approach to business problems. (Bloom 3)
Define the concept of optimization. (Bloom 1)
Solve business problems using linear models and linear programming. (Bloom 3)
Apply linear models of real life problems and the best solutions of these models (Bloom 3).

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY

Week Preparatory Topics(Subjects) Method
1 Reading and literature review Introduction to Numerical Methods in Decision Making; Explaining the Scientific and Artistic Aspects of Operations Research; Steps in Operations Research Study Narration, discussion
2 Reading and literature review Formulation and Graphics in Linear Programming Solution Method; Investigation of the Process of Establishment of a Mathematical Model; Setting up a linear programming model of a simple case and making a graphical solution of the model and explaining the graphical solution procedure Narration, discussion
3 Reading and literature review Examination of some special cases in Graphical Solution procedure Narration, discussion
4 Reading and literature review Linear Programming Applications and formulation of problems; Production planning; establishment of linear programmatic models on different topics such as product mix, staff assignment, portfolio selection Narration, discussion
5 Reading and literature review Sensitivity Analysis in Graphical Solutions, Sensitivity Analysis for Right Side Values, Solution for Right Side Change, Changes in Objective Function Coefficients Narration, discussion
6 Reading and literature review Algebraic Solution in Linear Programming (Simplex Method), Standard Form and Basic Solution of a DP Model; Explanation of the characteristics of the standard DP model; Determination of Basic Solution Narration, discussion
7 Reading and literature review Algebraic Solution in Linear Programming (Simplex Method); Introduction to Simplex Method and Explaining the calculation details of the simplex algorithm; Narration, discussion
8 - MID-TERM EXAM -
9 Reading and literature review Artificial Start Solution; Explanation of the M Technique (Penalty Method); Two-Stage Method Narration, discussion
10 Reading and literature review Special Cases in Simplex Method Applications: Degeneration; Alternative optimum solution; Unbounded solution and non-feasible solution Narration, discussion
11 Reading and literature review Duality and Sensitivity Analysis in Linear Programming, Definition of Dual Problem; The relationship between optimal primal and dual solutions; Economic Interpretation of Duality Narration, discussion
12 Reading and literature review Dual Simplex Method; Primal-Dual Calculations; Sensitivity Analysis; Changes affecting the feasibility; Changes affecting optimum Narration, discussion
13 Reading and literature review Transportation Model in Linear Programming; Formulation of the Transportation Model as a Linear Model, Explanation of Transportation Algorithm; Starting Solution Determination Methods Narration, discussion
14 Reading and literature review Optimum Solution of Transportation Model and Explanation of Multiplier Method with Simplex Method Narration, discussion
15 Reading and literature review Optimum Solution of Transportation Model and Explanation of Multiplier Method with Simplex Method Narration, discussion
16 - FINAL EXAM -
17 - FINAL EXAM -

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

Taha, H.A. (2003), Yöneylem Araştırması, (Çev), İstanbul: Literatür Ders Kitapları Yayın Evi.
Ulucan, A. (2007), Yöneylem Araştırması, (2. Baskı), Ankara: Siyasal Kitabevi
Öztürk, A. (2016), Yöneylem Araştırması, (16. Baskı), Ekin Basın Yayın
Hillier, F. S. (2014), Introduction to Operation Research, (10. Edition), McGraw Hill

ASSESSMENT

Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities Number of Activities Degree of Contribution (%) Description
Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5

CONTRIBUTION OF THE COURSE UNIT TO THE PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES

KNOWLEDGE

Theoretical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Describe basic theories of microeconomics and macroeconomics by benefiting from assumptions and axioms.
2
Recognize the entries in the book and financial balance sheet of the business organization.
3
Define concepts, theories and principles of basic and subfields of international trade by adhering to the background knowledge.

KNOWLEDGE

Factual

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Summarize historical development of the international trade theories by adhering to the chronological order.
2
Use theoretical knowledge gained in the field of international trade in occupational practices and daily life.
3
Solve financial and legal problems confronted in international trade practices.

SKILLS

Cognitive

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Relate statistical raw data by benefiting from computer programs and relate data with one another in consideration of theoretical knowledge.
2
Evaluate developments in the world in consideration of common courses in the faculty with an intellectual perspective.

SKILLS

Practical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Interpret current events and facts in international trade based on advanced knowledge and skills from an analytical and systematic holistic view.

OCCUPATIONAL

Autonomy & Responsibility

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Relate knowledge about economic globalization and internationalization with current knowledge in the field.

OCCUPATIONAL

Learning to Learn

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Examine current economic policies applied over the gained advanced knowledge and skills by a critical approach.

OCCUPATIONAL

Communication & Social

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Explain demands in written or verbally by using the foreign language skill in business and social life effectively.
2
Tell knowledge, thoughts and solution offers regarding subjects in international trade to relevant stakeholders demands in written or verbally.
3
Design a healthy communication network for themselves in the business world by using social life skills.

OCCUPATIONAL

Occupational and/or Vocational

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Analyze current issues, events and problems by benefiting from theoretical and historical knowledge of international trade and economics.
2
Develop suggestions for international trade policies by determining economic problems in the macro level.
3
Apply commercial applications in consideration of knowledge gained in financing and management of international trade by being inclusive of international market
4
Discuss the effects of commercial and financial globalization processes on the income distribution, by benefiting from data.

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 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 1 1 1
Preparation for the Final Exam 7 5 35
Mid-Term Exam 1 1 1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam 5 4 20
Short Exam 0 0 0
Preparation for the Short Exam 0 0 0
TOTAL 42 0 127
Total Workload of the Course Unit 127
Workload (h) / 25.5 5
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit 5,0