PROFESSIONAL PROJECT PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
BSY490	PROFESSIONAL PROJECT	8	2	1	5

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
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. OKAN KILIÇKAYA
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim of this course is to teach Data Collection Tools in Scientific Research in Recreation, Data Collection and Analysis in Scientific Research in Recreation, Reporting and Presentation of Scientific Research Project in Recreation.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Scientific Research Topics in Recreation, Defining the Problem in Scientific Research in Recreation. Establishing Hypotheses in Scientific Research in Recreation, Choosing Quantitative or Qualitative Methods, Selecting the Population and Sample, Determining Appropriate Methods for Research.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Can explain what scientific research means in recreation.
Distinguishes examples of qualitative research in recreation.
Distinguishes examples of quantitative research in recreation.
Can define the research problem.
It expresses the research problem in the form of a research question.
Can create research hypotheses.
Can determine a research method appropriate to the research topic.
It determines a population and sample suitable for the purpose of the research. Decides on the research method (qualitative/quantitative) appropriate to the research purpose.
Can collect data in accordance with the research purpose and method. Knows data collection techniques suitable for qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
Collects research data with a measurement tool.
Can analyze the collected data.
Knows the analysis of qualitative data. Knows the analysis of quantitative data.
Knows how to use at least one package program for data analysis.
Can report research findings and results. Writes the research results according to a determined guideline.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Literature Search	Scientific Research Topics in Recreation	Internet use, Writing
2	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Scientific Research Topics in Recreation	Internet use, Writing
3	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Scientific Research Topics in Recreation	Internet use, Writing
4	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Creating Hypotheses in Scientific Research in Recreation	Internet use, Writing
5	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Method Selection in Scientific Research in Recreation	Internet use, Writing
6	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Method Selection in Scientific Research in Recreation	Internet use, Writing
7	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Population and Sample Selection in Scientific Research in Recreation	Internet use, Writing
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Data Collection Techniques in Scientific Research in Recreation	Internet use, Writing
10	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Data Collection Techniques in Scientific Research in Recreation	Internet use, Writing
11	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Data Analysis in Scientific Research in Recreation	Internet use, Writing
12	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Data Analysis in Scientific Research in Recreation	Internet use, Writing
13	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Reporting of Projects	Internet use, Writing
14	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Presentation of Projects	Internet use, Writing
15	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Presentation of Projects	Internet use, Writing
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

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	Student will be able to identify the concepts related with the profession of exercises and sports sciences.
2	Student will be able to describe the theories of exercise and sports science.

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Student will be able to discuss the suitability of exercise program preparation with the theoretical knowledge gained in the field of exercise and sport sciences and to use such knowledge in practical fields.

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Student will be able to examine the existing scientific studies in the field of exercise and sports using scientific research methods and techniques and to analyze data and results of current applications.

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Student will be able to administer basic levels of direction on improving healthy life, physical fitness, performance and fitness.
2	Student will be able to choose the appropriate exercise method according to the characteristics of the group and the environment and to formulate the exercise program by taking these differences into consideration.
3	Student will be able to execute the measurement activities in order to determine the motor development, sports performance and fitness characteristics, to use the equipment, technology and software needed for these activities and to analyze the results of the evaluation.
4	Student will be able to formulate the exercise plan by considering the evaluation results related with sports performance and condition measurements.

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Student will be able to take initiative with cooperation or independently as an individual and solve any possible problems in the applications related with the field.

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Student will be able to recognize the importance of professional development by following scientific, technological and current developments related with exercise and sport sciences.
2	Student will be able to behave in accordance with the need to be open to change and life-long learning.

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Student will be able to express his/her knowledge and thoughts about the field in a fluent and understandable manner both written and verbally.
2	Student will be able to demonstrate communication and social competency skills in order to cooperate with national and international institutions in his/her field.

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	By utilizing the existing historical and theoretical knowledge of the field, student will be able to recognize problems related to performance development, exercise applications for sports and special groups, and to solve these problems based on ethical values.
2	By using personality traits with the social skills required by the profession groups in exercise and sports science field; student will be able to arrange specific project, organization and works with sustainable societal and social content specific with the field.
3	Student will be able to take precautions against possible injuries that might be confronted during exercise and to formulate exercise program towards performance structuring after sports injuries.

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	0	0	0
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	14	1	14
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	14	6	84
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	1	2	2
Preparation for the Final Exam	0	0	0
Mid-Term Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	0	0	0
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	43	0	128