ELECTRICAL PROJECT CONTRACTS AND SURVEY PLANNING PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
ELP256	ELECTRICAL PROJECT CONTRACTS AND SURVEY PLANNING	4	3	3	5

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 :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Lecturer ŞEHMUS TURAN
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The Contract Exploration and Planning course aims to teach the processes of proper planning, budgeting, and contract management from the initial stages of projects. The goal is to equip students with fundamental knowledge and skills in project management and cost estimate preparation techniques.
Contents of the Course Unit:	The course covers contract types, cost estimation processes, cost analysis, work schedule creation, and fundamental planning techniques used in project management. Furthermore, practical applications and case studies reinforce the knowledge gained by students.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Contract Drafting and Management: Students gain the ability to recognize different types of contracts and prepare contracts suitable for projects.
Survey and Cost Analysis: It can accurately prepare project surveys and conduct cost analyses.
Project Planning Techniques: Develops the ability to create effective work schedules and manage project processes.
Problem Solving and Decision Making: Develops skills in solving problems and making sound decisions in real-world project management scenarios.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Internet research on the topic, reviewing sources.	Introduction and Fundamentals of Electricity Contracts • Definition and importance of electricity contracts • Legal framework of electricity projects • Connection between electricity survey and project approval processes • Role of surveys in electricity projects	The course is based on theoretical explanations, followed by discussion and question-and-answer sessions.
2	Internet research on the topic, reviewing sources.	Legal Aspects of Electricity Contracts • Legal requirements of electricity contracts • Parties, obligations and rights • Contract arrangements in accordance with BOZ numbers • Contract and survey relationship in electricity projects	The course is based on theoretical explanations, followed by discussion and question-and-answer sessions.
3	Internet research on the topic, reviewing sources.	What is Exploration? The Exploration Process • What is exploration? Its role in electrical projects • The impact of soil surveys on electrical exploration • Environmental factors to consider when conducting electrical exploration • Preparation of exploration reports: Detailed technical review	The course is based on theoretical explanations, followed by discussion and question-and-answer sessions.
4	Internet research on the topic, reviewing sources.	Types of Surveys in Electrical Projects • Types of electrical surveys: Electrical equipment and infrastructure survey • Details of surveys based on ground surveys • Identification of electrical requirements in the project area • Technical and legal requirements of the electrical survey report	The course is based on theoretical explanations, followed by discussion and question-and-answer sessions.
5	Internet research on the topic, reviewing sources.	Electrical Project Planning and Time Management • Creating timelines for electrical projects • Time management based on ground survey reports and site surveys • The impact of problems encountered during the site survey phase on time management • The contribution of critical path analysis and electrical site surveys to project planning	The course is based on theoretical explanations, followed by discussion and question-and-answer sessions.
6	Internet research on the topic, reviewing sources.	Cost Calculation and Budgeting for Electrical Projects • Cost calculation methods in electrical projects • Costs related to soil survey and electrical cost estimates • Inclusion of material, labor, and equipment costs in the cost estimate report • Budget management and the impact of projected cost estimates in electrical projects	The course is based on theoretical explanations, followed by discussion and question-and-answer sessions.
7	Internet research on the topic, reviewing sources.	Material and Equipment Selection in Electrical Projects • The role of environmental and ground conditions in material selection in electrical projects • The relationship between electrical surveys and material selection • Where material and equipment requirements are specified in electrical survey reports	The course is based on theoretical explanations, followed by discussion and question-and-answer sessions.
8	Internet research on the topic, reviewing sources.	Workforce Planning in Electrical Projects • Determining workforce requirements in electrical projects • Workforce planning based on soil survey and exploration results • The impact of exploration and planning processes on workforce productivity • Occupational health and safety regulations in electrical projects	The course is based on theoretical explanations, followed by discussion and question-and-answer sessions.
9	Internet research on the topic, reviewing sources.	Workforce Planning in Electrical Projects • Determining workforce requirements in electrical projects • Workforce planning based on soil survey and exploration results • The impact of exploration and planning processes on workforce productivity • Occupational health and safety regulations in electrical projects	The course is based on theoretical explanations, followed by discussion and question-and-answer sessions.
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Internet research on the topic, reviewing sources.	Electrical Project Implementation Process • On-site implementation and control of electrical projects • Impact of survey reports on on-site implementation • Connection between electrical survey and implementation • Quality control processes in electrical projects	The course is based on theoretical explanations, followed by discussion and question-and-answer sessions.
12	Internet research on the topic, reviewing sources.	Change Management in Electrical Projects • Managing change requests in electrical projects • Changes made after the survey and their effects • The impact of changes made in line with soil survey and survey reports on the project process • The process of obtaining approval from the Ministry of Environment and Urbanization for electrical project changes	The course is based on theoretical explanations, followed by discussion and question-and-answer sessions.
13	Internet research on the topic, reviewing sources.	Risk Management in Electrical Projects • Risks encountered in electrical projects and precautions • Impact of risks identified during the survey phase on the project • Impact of soil investigation and environmental factors on risk analysis • Risk management plan for electrical projects	The course is based on theoretical explanations, followed by discussion and question-and-answer sessions.
14	Internet research on the topic, reviewing sources.	Finalization and Evaluation in Electrical Projects • Completion and final evaluation of electrical projects • Evaluation of survey and implementation processes • Project submission and approval process to the Ministry of Environment and Urbanization • Final control and reporting of survey reports in electrical projects	The course is based on theoretical explanations, followed by discussion and question-and-answer sessions.
15	Internet research on the topic, reviewing sources.	Finalization and Evaluation in Electrical Projects • Completion and final evaluation of electrical projects • Evaluation of survey and implementation processes • Project submission and approval process to the Ministry of Environment and Urbanization • Final control and reporting of survey reports in electrical projects	The course is based on theoretical explanations, followed by discussion and question-and-answer sessions.
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
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ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

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	5	3	15
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	5	3	15
Laboratory	3	3	9
Reading	0	0	0
Assignment (Homework)	5	3	15
Project Work	2	3	6
Seminar	1	3	3
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	2	3	6
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	4	3	12
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	1	1
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Short Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	46	0	128