BİTİRME PROJESİ PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
HAY452	BİTİRME PROJESİ	8	2	1	7

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	, TYY: + , EQF-LLL: , QF-EHEA:
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim is to provide students with the fundamental knowledge and skills necessary to develop a project in their chosen field of specialization.
Contents of the Course Unit:	It includes topics such as project/thesis planning stages, thesis writing rules, project design, and research methods and techniques.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Analyzes and interprets the theoretical knowledge acquired in the field of aviation management within the scope of an applied project.
Carries out the processes of problem definition, data collection, analysis, and conclusion by using scientific research methods.
Prepares reports and presentations in accordance with academic ethical principles.
Presents the findings effectively in written and oral form to field experts and stakeholders.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Literature review, examination of relevant book and article chapters, and review of lecture notes.	General literature review and discussion for determining the project topic	Oral presentation and visual demonstration method, interactive question-and-answer technique, discussion management.
2	Literature review, examination of relevant book and article chapters, and review of lecture notes.	General literature review and discussion for determining the project topic	Oral presentation and visual demonstration method, interactive question-and-answer technique, discussion management.
3	Literature review, examination of relevant book and article chapters, and review of lecture notes.	Finalization of the project topic based on the submitted report	Oral presentation and visual demonstration method, interactive question-and-answer technique, discussion management.
4	Literature review, examination of relevant book and article chapters, and review of lecture notes.	Literature review and examination of sample projects on the related topic	Oral presentation and visual demonstration method, interactive question-and-answer technique, discussion management.
5	Literature review, examination of relevant book and article chapters, and review of lecture notes.	Literature review and examination of sample projects on the related topic	Oral presentation and visual demonstration method, interactive question-and-answer technique, discussion management.
6	Literature review, examination of relevant book and article chapters, and review of lecture notes.	Generation of study data	Oral presentation and visual demonstration method, interactive question-and-answer technique, discussion management.
7	Literature review, examination of relevant book and article chapters, and review of lecture notes.	Generation of study data	Oral presentation and visual demonstration method, interactive question-and-answer technique, discussion management.
8	Literature review, examination of relevant book and article chapters, and review of lecture notes.	Project progress report and interim evaluation	Oral presentation and visual demonstration method, interactive question-and-answer technique, discussion management.
9	Literature review, examination of relevant book and article chapters, and review of lecture notes.	Identification of potential deficiencies in the project and determination of possible measures; redesign based on data	Oral presentation and visual demonstration method, interactive question-and-answer technique, discussion management.
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Literature review, examination of relevant book and article chapters, and review of lecture notes.	Refinement of problem solutions related to potential project deficiencies	Oral presentation and visual demonstration method, interactive question-and-answer technique, discussion management.
12	Literature review, examination of relevant book and article chapters, and review of lecture notes.	Refinement of problem solutions related to potential project deficiencies	Oral presentation and visual demonstration method, interactive question-and-answer technique, discussion management.
13	Literature review, examination of relevant book and article chapters, and review of lecture notes.	Technical report writing related to the project	Oral presentation and visual demonstration method, interactive question-and-answer technique, discussion management.
14	Literature review, examination of relevant book and article chapters, and review of lecture notes.	Project conceptual design report and presentation	Oral presentation and visual demonstration method, interactive question-and-answer technique, discussion management.
15	Literature review, examination of relevant book and article chapters, and review of lecture notes.	Project conceptual design report and presentation	Oral presentation and visual demonstration method, interactive question-and-answer technique, discussion management.
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Creswell, J. W., & Creswell, J. D. (2018). Research design: Qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods approaches (5th ed.). Thousand Oaks, CA: SAGE Publications.
Kumar, R. (2019). Research methodology: A step-by-step guide for beginners (5th ed.). Thousand Oaks, CA: SAGE Publications.

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

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Explain the historical development process of Aviation Management.				3
2	Use computer programs related to Aviation Transportation.					4
3	Define basic concepts related with aviation management.						5

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Relate the information and facts in the field with other social sciences such as law, sociology, philosophy and history.						5
2	Classify the relationship between the basic functions of the business and the interactions between these functions.						5
3	Apply knowledge and skills related to his / her field by considering the legal aspect of occupational health and safety.						5
4	Explain the concepts of entrepreneurship and innovation with the field.						5

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Manage operational activities related to the airline.						5
2	Gain lifelong learning skills and use knowledge of the field in the business life with the awareness of social responsibility.						5

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Prepare written agreements with relevant institutions in accordance with the legislation.						5
2	Perform the theoretical and practical knowledge related to the field with appropriate analytical methods and modeling techniques in business life.					4
3	Manage all phases from planning to implementation of aviation operations as a member of a team.						5
4	Cooperate with stakeholders related to air transport.	0
5	Develop the modern techniques and tools necessary for applications related to the field.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Execute a study in his/her field independently.						5
2	Decide as an individual or a team member to solve the problems encountered in applications related to the field.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Evaluate advanced knowledge and skills in his/her field with a critical approach.						5
2	Apply activities to improve his/her performance and his / her responsibility in line with the learning objectives by determining the learning needs.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Communicate with people and institutions related to the field in writing and verbally.						5
2	Explain his/her thoughts on the issues related to the field and suggestions for solutions to the problems by the related departments by using supporting quantitative and qualitative data.						5
3	Organize projects and activities for the social environment with social responsibility consciousness and to be able to apply those.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Manage airports and terminal operations efficiently using aviation and business information.						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	2	28
Preliminary & Further Study	0	0	0
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	13	2	26
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	13	5	65
Assignment (Homework)	0	0	0
Project Work	14	4	56
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	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	55	0	177