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SOCIOLOGY PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
SHE250 SOCIOLOGY 3 3 3 6

GENERAL INFORMATION

Language of Instruction : English
Level of the Course Unit : ASSOCIATE DEGREE, TYY: + 5.Level, EQF-LLL: 5.Level, QF-EHEA: Short Cycle
Type of the Course : Elective
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit -
Coordinator of the Course Unit Lecturer TAHİR GÜRDİL
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS

Objectives of the Course Unit: The aim of the course to remember and explain basic sociological concepts by acquiring a sociological perspective, distinguish sociological phenomena both as an institution and as an interaction network in the process of change, as well as interpret the meanings, patterns and processes in the global world using sociological knowledge, methods and methods in the production of sociological knowledge. It is aimed to explain the function of the research.
Contents of the Course Unit: Course content is as follows: Brief Introduction to Sociology- History of The Society, Bell's Information Society, Bauman's Consumption Society, Positivist Sociology- A. Comte, E. Durkheim, Durkheim, Functionalism and revision of positivism, M. Weber's Sociology & Social Hermeneutics, P. Bourdieu's Sociology-Cultural Capital, K. Marx and Critical Theory, Frankfurt School and Critical Theory, Frankfurt School and Enlightenment, M. Foucault and Social Order, M. Foucault and Social Epistemology, Current Issues in Sociology- Gentrification, Communication and Virtual Communities.

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

Explain the historical development of social thought
Compare the traditional and modern sociological theories.
Explain the perspective of sociology and it's relation to similar science.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY

Week Preparatory Topics(Subjects) Method
1 Literature Reading Brief Introduction to Sociology- History of The Society Theoretical Lecture
2 Literature Reading Bell's Information Society, Bauman's Consumption Society Theoretical Lecture
3 Literature Reading Positivist Sociology- A. Comte, E. Durkheim Theoretical Lecture
4 Literature Reading Durkheim, Functionalism and revision of positivism Theoretical Lecture
5 Literature Reading M. Weber's Sociology & Social Hermeneutics Theoretical Lecture
6 Literature Reading P. Bourdieu's Sociology-Cultural Capital Theoretical Lecture
7 Literature Reading Midterm Review Theoretical Lecture
8 - MID-TERM EXAM -
9 Literature Reading K. Marx and Critical Theory Theoretical Lecture
10 Literature Reading Frankfurt School and Critical Theory Theoretical Lecture
11 Literature Reading Frankfurt School and Enlightenment Theoretical Lecture
12 Literature Reading M. Foucault and Social Order Theoretical Lecture
13 Literature Reading M. Foucault and Social Epistemology Theoretical Lecture
14 Literature Reading Current Issues in Sociology- Gentrification, Communication and Virtual Communities Theoretical Lecture
15 Literature Reading Final Review Theoretical Lecture
16 - FINAL EXAM -
17 - FINAL EXAM -

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

Bruce, S. & Yearley, S. (2006).  The SAGE dictionary of sociology London: SAGE Publications Ltd doi: 10.4135/9781446279137
Barker, C. (2004). The SAGE dictionary of cultural studies. London: SAGE Publications Ltd doi: 10.4135/9781446221280.n53
Audi, R. (Ed.). (2015). The Cambridge Dictionary of Philosophy. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. doi:10.1017/CBO9781139057509.
Durkheim, Emile (1895 [1938]) The Rules of Sociological Method. Glencoe, IL: Free Press.
Weber, Max (1904 [1949]) The Methodology of the Social Sciences. Trans. Edward A. Shils and Henry A. Finch. Glencoe, IL: Free Press.
Malpas, Simon & Wake, Paul. (2006). Routledge Companion to Critical Theory.

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
Ability to teamwork
5
2
Identify vocational problems and resolve them effectively
5
3
Comprehend, appreciate and comply with cultural and social responsibilities
5
4
Develop an awareness for life long learning
5

KNOWLEDGE

Factual

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Comply with occupational ethics and sense of responsibility
5
2
Utilize the theoretical information they have acquired in applications and practices
5

SKILLS

Cognitive

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Ability to have knowledge about sectoral issues.
4
2
Manage a process effectively to meet the demands.
4
3
Within the framework of regulations and procedures for implementation and to find solutions for problems.
4

SKILLS

Practical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Civil aviation field statistical research skills and the ability to think about, has the ability to foresee the consequences of strategic decisions and develop skills.
4
2
Encountered in practice or as a team member to take responsibility for unforeseen problems
4

OCCUPATIONAL

Autonomy & Responsibility

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Change and innovation are welcome.
3

OCCUPATIONAL

Learning to Learn

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Critically evaluates the acquired knowledge and skills.
3

OCCUPATIONAL

Communication & Social

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Basic and is dominated by professional English, has the necessary qualifications to use the operating system in an active way for the profession.
3
2
Developments, will be able to follow trends and forecasts. Follow the latest developments related to the field and profession.
3

OCCUPATIONAL

Occupational and/or Vocational

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
It has the ability to reflect on the ethical and professional responsibilities.
3
2
To analyze information about the area and has the skills to interpret and evaluate.
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 6 84
Preliminary & Further Study 0 0 0
Land Surveying 0 0 0
Group Work 0 0 0
Laboratory 0 0 0
Reading 6 7 42
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 3 3 9
Thesis Work 0 0 0
Field Study 0 0 0
Report Writing 0 0 0
Final Exam 0 0 0
Preparation for the Final Exam 2 6 12
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 2 3 6
TOTAL 28 0 154
Total Workload of the Course Unit 154
Workload (h) / 25.5 6
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit 6,0