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SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
SHE261 SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM 3 3 3 4

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 : Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit -
Coordinator of the Course Unit Lecturer AHMET BURAK TURGUT
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit Lecturer GÖZDE SULA AVERBEK
Course Prerequisite No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS

Objectives of the Course Unit: in this course, it aims to provide an individual effective and practical methods of planning, managing and maintaining an effective Aviation Safety Management System.
Contents of the Course Unit: This lesson covers the planning or directing an aviation Safety Management System program. Fundamentals in systems organization and structure provide the individual with the essential skills and methodology needed to plan and manage an effective program. Emphasis is placed on under-standing the principles of risk management, identifying program development strategies, audits and applying the knowledge toward effective management systems and interoperability with Quality Assurance.

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

Students will develop a comprehensive understanding of the basic principles, operation and importance of security management systems in the aviation sector. They will learn the effects of security culture on organizational structures and understand how they can contribute to the construction of security awareness. They will gain the ability to work effectively in the collection, protection and analysis of security data. They will be able to apply methods for measuring, monitoring and improving security performance by understanding data-driven decision-making processes. They will gain the ability to effectively direct security management by gaining knowledge of state safety management systems, international regulations and application methods.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY

Week Preparatory Topics(Subjects) Method
1 Weekly Reading Introduction and Basics - Introduction to SMS and Aviation Safety, Role of ICAO and IATA Presentation, Explanation, Q&A
2 Weekly Reading Introduction to SMS and Security Risk Management - Definition of SMS, Basic Components and Risk Management Presentation, Explanation, Q&A
3 Weekly Reading Safety Management Basics - Risk Management, Safety Data Collection, "Swiss Cheese" Model Presentation, Explanation, Q&A
4 Weekly Reading Safety Management Basics - Risk Assessment and Management of Safety Risks Presentation, Explanation, Q&A
5 Weekly Reading Safety Culture - Safety Culture, Organizational Factors and the Role of Leadership Presentation, Explanation, Q&A
6 Weekly Reading Safety Culture - Strengthening Safety Culture and Its Organizational Impact Presentation, Explanation, Q&A
7 Weekly Reading Protection of Safety Data, Safety Information and Related Resources - Protection of Safety Data, Privacy Protocols Presentation, Explanation, Q&A
8 - MID-TERM EXAM -
9 Weekly Reading Safety Performance Management - Safety Performance Indicators, Data Analysis and Monitoring Presentation, Explanation, Q&A
10 Weekly Reading Data-Based Decision Making - Analysis of Safety Data Presentation, Explanation, Q&A
11 Weekly Reading Civil Aviation Authority Safety Management - Responsibilities of Civil Aviation Authorities in Aviation Safety Presentation, Explanation, Q&A
12 Weekly Reading Civil Aviation Authority Safety Management - Civil Aviation Authorities Safety Management Programs Presentation, Explanation, Q&A
13 Weekly Reading Safety Management Systems - SMS Practical Application, Challenges Encountered Presentation, Explanation, Q&A
14 Weekly Reading Safety Management Systems - How SMS Applications Work in Real Life Presentation, Explanation, Q&A
15 Weekly Reading General Evaluation - General Review of the Course Presentation, Explanation, Q&A
16 - FINAL EXAM -
17 - FINAL EXAM -

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

ICAO, IATA, FAA, DGCA, AIRLINES Web Sites

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
Teamwork skills
2
2
Ability to identify and solve problems in professional practice
2

KNOWLEDGE

Factual

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Awareness of professional ethics and responsibility
3
2
Ability to use theoretical knowledge in practice
3

SKILLS

Cognitive

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Ability to understand, adopt and apply social cultural and social responsibilities
4
2
Ability to manage a process to meet requirements
3

SKILLS

Practical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
The awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning and the ability to realize it
3
2
To be able to have knowledge about sectoral problems
4

OCCUPATIONAL

Autonomy & Responsibility

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Ability to understand and apply professional legislation
4
2
Ability to communicate in a foreign language
4

OCCUPATIONAL

Learning to Learn

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Ability to use information and communication technology tools and other professional tools and techniques
1
2
Ability to plan and implement professional processes
3

OCCUPATIONAL

Communication & Social

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Ability to communicate effectively
4
2
Professional self-confidence skills
4

OCCUPATIONAL

Occupational and/or Vocational

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Entrepreneurship skills
1

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 2 28
Preliminary & Further Study 14 2 28
Land Surveying 0 0 0
Group Work 0 0 0
Laboratory 0 0 0
Reading 14 2 28
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 7 7
Mid-Term Exam 1 1 1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam 1 7 7
Short Exam 0 0 0
Preparation for the Short Exam 0 0 0
TOTAL 46 0 100
Total Workload of the Course Unit 100
Workload (h) / 25.5 3,9
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit 4,0