INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNICATION PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
HTP113	INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNICATION	3	3	3	6

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
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 KÜBRA ERDOĞAN
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	This course aims to examine communication research, theory and approaches.
Contents of the Course Unit:	The course covers the concept and fundamentals of communication science, dialectical linguistics and semiotic approaches, rhetoric, mass communication.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Defines the concepts of communication and coordination. (define) (1)
Defines verbal, non-verbal and written communication. (define) ( 1 )
Defines communication theories, persuasion and empathy. (define) (1)
Explains listening and communication skills. (explain) (2)
Explains interpersonal communication methods and body language. (explain) (2)

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	-	General Information About Course Content, Introducing Course Resources.	Lecture, Question Answer, Discussion Method
2	Source: Tekinalp, Ş. and Uzun R. (2019). Researches and Theories of Communication: Part 3	Linear, Socio-psychological and Social Approaches in Mainstream Communication Theories	Lecture, Question Answer, Discussion Method
3	Harris T.A., M.D. (2020). I am OK You are OK: Part 1	From two-way human nature to common communication rules	Lecture, Question Answer, Discussion Method
4	Harris T.A., M.D. (2020). I am OK You are OK: Part 2	Parent, Adult, Child	Lecture, Question Answer, Discussion Method
5	Harris T.A., M.D. (2020). I am OK You are OK: Part 3	Four Life Positions	Lecture, Question Answer, Discussion Method
6	Harris T.A., M.D. (2020). I am OK You are OK: Part 4 and 5	We Can Change, Analysis of Transactions	Lecture, Question Answer, Discussion Method
7	Harris T.A., M.D. (2020). I am OK You are OK: Part 6	How Do We Differentiate and Use Time?	Lecture, Question Answer, Discussion Method
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Harris T.A., M.D. (2020). I am OK You are OK: Part 8	Parent, Adult, Child and Marriage	Lecture, Question Answer, Discussion Method
10	Harris T.A., M.D. (2020). I am OK You are OK: Part 9	Parent, Adult, Child and Marriage	Lecture, Question Answer, Discussion Method
11	Harris T.A., M.D. (2020). I am OK You are OK: Part 10	Parents, Adults, Children and Adolescents	Lecture, Question Answer, Discussion Method
12	Harris T.A., M.D. (2020). I am OK You are OK: Part 12	Parents, Adults, Children and Moral Values	Lecture, Question Answer, Discussion Method
13	Harris T.A., M.D. (2020). I am OK You are OK: Part 13	Social Importance of Parent, Adult, Child	Lecture, Question Answer, Discussion Method
14	Yıldırım, B. (2015). With Methods, Applications and Examples in Communication Research: 321- 337	Rhetorical analysis and its use in advertisements	Lecture, Question Answer, Discussion Method
15	-	An overview	Lecture, Question Answer, Discussion Method
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Tekinalp, S. and Uzun R. (2019). Researches and Theories of Communication. Istanbul: Beta Publishing and Distribution Inc.
Yıldırım, B. (2015). With Methods, Applications and Examples in Communication Research. Istanbul: L-T Literature Academia.
Harris T.A., M.D. (2020). I am OK You are OK. Trans. Muzaffer Şahin, 17th Edition. Istanbul: Okuyan Us. publication
Condril, J. & Bough B. (2014). 101 Communication Path. Trans. Aslı Şahin, Istanbul: White publication
Buzan, T., & Buzan B. (2020). Mind Maps. Trans. Güntülü Tercanlı, 9th Edition. Istanbul: Alpha publication
McRaney D. (2011). Actually, you are not that smart. Trans. Köksal Gülerkaya, Istanbul: Pegasus publication
Aristotle (2017). Rhetoric, Trans. M. H. Doğan, Istanbul: Yapı Kredi Publications

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	Able to adopt math and science knowledge to the problems of including Mechatronics Program.

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Can use the scientific methods to solve problems of including Mechatronics Program.
2	Able to plan experiment, build hardware, collect data using modern devices and analyze data.

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Can define, scientize and solve the actual Mechatronics problems.

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Use modern tools such as softwares in Mechatronics Systems, design and analysis

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Prone to work in interdisciplinary teams.

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Able to find solutions that meet technical and economical expectations when designing a system with components.
2	Can approach with a global perspective to solve included Mechatronics Program problems.
3	Able to keep up to date of self-awarness in the field.
4	Can follow academic and industrial developments related Mechatronics Program.

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Able to work in the field, interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary environments.
2	Have written and verbal communication skills in Turkish and English.

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Have professional and ethical values and sensitive to these.
2	Sensitive to health and safety issues in Mechatronics fields.
3	Sensitive to social, environmental and economic factors in occupational activities.

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	1	14
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	12	1	12
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	14	2	28
Assignment (Homework)	14	2	28
Project Work	4	1	4
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	2	3	6
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	2	3	6
Social Activity	1	3	3
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	81	0	151