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 :	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. ÇAĞLA TUĞBERK ARIKER
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

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Define the theories, concepts and principles of the basic and sub-fields of business.
2	Explain business functions and processes based on current scientific sources.

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Relate internationally valid business cases with the theories and concepts of other social sciences.

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Explain the current events and facts in his / her field analytically and systematically based on advanced knowledge and skills he / she has.

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Use the theoretical and factual knowledge in business for occupational practices.
2	Solve individual and organizational problems in business life.
3	Use computer programs (SPSS, R, Excel, Stata) efficiently against the complex business problems.

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Plan research and work using knowledge and skills gained in the field of business.
2	Organize the activities for organizational goals and purposes independently.

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Criticize advanced knowledge and skills in the field with a critical approach.
2	Develop the existing knowledge and skills with a critical point of view under the impact of scientific, technological and current developments.

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Express his/her knowledge, thoughts and solutions on business to related stakeholders in written and verbal ways.
2	Use the information and communication technology software and equipment required for business.

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Apply the social, scientific, cultural and ethical values at the stages of the collection of data, their implementation, interpretation and announcement of results in the field of business.
2	Relate the concepts of social rights, occupational safety, employee health, quality management and sustainability with the cases in business life.

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