INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
SOC115	INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY	1	3	3	4

GENERAL INFORMATION
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 :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. VAHİDE METİN
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The objective of the course is to help students understand sociological perspective, to remember and explain basic sociological concepts, to distinguish sociological phenomena as institution and network of interaction within the process of change and to interpret meaning, pattern and processes in global world by using sociological knowledge, and explaining the function of the research and methods in the generation of sociological knowledge.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Contents of the course include; sociology as a science and its development, the function of sociology in the global era, sociological research methods, social groups and formal organizations, culture and socialization, social status and social roles, social stratification and social classes, politics, family and gender, economic life, and basic concepts of crime, modernization and globalization in the historical-cultural context.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Know the founders of sociology as a science and their major works.
Define sociological concepts, give examples about the concepts by finding factual responses in the global social world.
Relate the basic concepts of sociology with everyday life.
Relate the basic components of culture with the social order.
Evaluate the cultural centralism, admiration of foreign cultures and cultural relativistic approaches according to the principle of objectivity.
Remember basic knowledge of family, politics and economics both as institutions and social interaction networks and explain the processes related to these events with examples from the global world.
Recognize which methods should be used in specific researches.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Reading the sources, Observation, Examples from daily life	Sociological Imagination	Lecture, Question-response method, Discussion
2	Reading the sources, Observation, Examples from daily life	What is sociology? Branches of sociology History of sociology Concepts of sociology	Lecture, Question-response method, Discussion
3	Reading the sources, Observation, Examples from daily life	First Theoreticians of Sociology	Lecture, Question-response method, Discussion
4	Reading the sources, Observation, Examples from daily life	Types of Societies	Lecture, Question-response method, Discussion
5	Reading the sources, Observation, Examples from daily life	Individual and Society	Lecture, Question-response method, Discussion
6	Reading the sources, Observation, Examples from daily life	Family	Lecture, Question-response method, Discussion
7	Reading the sources, Observation, Examples from daily life	Power Legitimacy Authority Democracy	Lecture, Question-response method, Discussion
8	Reading the sources, Observation, Examples from daily life	Nation Race Ethnicity	Lecture, Question-response method, Discussion
9	Reading the sources, Observation, Examples from daily life	Religion Employment	Lecture, Question-response method, Discussion
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Reading the sources, Observation, Examples from daily life	Gender	Lecture, Question-response method, Discussion
12	Reading the sources, Observation, Examples from daily life	Social injustice and Stratification	Lecture, Question-response method, Discussion
13	Reading the sources, Observation, Examples from daily life	Social Movements and Mobility	Lecture, Question-response method, Discussion
14	Reading the sources, Observation, Examples from daily life	Globalization	Lecture, Question-response method, Discussion
15	Reading the sources, Observation, Examples from daily life	Sociological Research Methods and Social Research	Lecture, Question-response method, Discussion
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Bozkurt, V. (2017). Değişen Dünyada Sosyoloji. 17. Baskı. İstanbul: Ekin Kitabevi.
Fichter, J. (2016). Sosyoloji Nedir? . 3. Baskı. Çeviri: Nilgün Çelebi. Ankara: Anı Yayıncılık.
Cragun, R., Cragun, D., et al. (2006). Introduction to Sociology. London: Blacksleet River.
Giddens, A. & Sutton, W. P. (2016). Sosyoloji. 7. Edisyon. Çeviri: Ömer Baldık. İstanbul: Kırmızı Yayınları.
Macionis, J. J. (2015). Sosyoloji. 2. Baskı. Ed: Vildan Akan. Ankara: Nobel Yayın Dağıtım.
Ritzer, G. (2015). Introduction to Sociology. London: Sage Publication.

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	Knows translation theories, linguistic approaches, and intercultural communication models.
2	Explains fundamental concepts related to the relationship between language, culture, and meaning.
3	Evaluates the historical development and theoretical orientations of the field of translation studies.

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Identifies the grammatical, semantic, and cultural characteristics of source and target languages.
2	Has knowledge of the structural and functional features of various text types.
3	Recognizes institutions, professional standards, and ethical principles related to the translation industry.

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Analyzes written and oral texts in terms of language, meaning, and context.
2	Determines appropriate translation strategies and reconstructs meaning with consideration of cultural differences.
3	Evaluates translation problems through critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Effectively uses professional tools and technological software in written and oral translation processes.
2	Performs translation practices in various fields such as law, literature, technology, and media.
3	Manages translation projects by observing time management and quality standards.

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Plans, conducts, and evaluates translation projects individually or as part of a team.
2	Solves problems in translation processes by making independent decisions.
3	Takes responsibility in professional practices and demonstrates leadership when necessary.
4	Works collaboratively with different stakeholders to achieve common goals.

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Follows new research and technological developments in the field.
2	Continuously improves professional knowledge and skills through lifelong learning.
3	Identifies personal learning needs and applies independent learning strategies.

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Communicates effectively in multicultural environments and contributes to teamwork.
2	Uses English and Turkish fluently and accurately in professional and social contexts.
3	Respects intercultural differences and acts in accordance with ethical values.

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Adheres to the principles of confidentiality, impartiality, and accuracy in the translation process.
2	Assumes professional responsibility and makes ethical decisions in translation projects.
3	Acts professionally in accordance with national and international standards of the field.

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	13	4	52
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	1	3	3
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	3	3
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	31	0	102