HRE414 Corporate Social ResponsibiltyIstanbul Okan UniversityDegree Programs Automotive Engineering (English)General Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Automotive Engineering (English)
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code: HRE414
Course Name: Corporate Social Responsibilty
Course Semester: Spring
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 3 6
Language of instruction: TR
Course Requisites:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: University Elective
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Assoc. Prof. NEZAHAT HANZADE URALMAN
Course Lecturer(s): Dr.Öğr.Üyesi HAVVA PALACI
Dr.Öğr.Üyesi SERRA ORKAN
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: The social responsibility applications that are informed about the general concepts of corporate social responsibility are centered. Emphasis is placed on volunteering by examining the work of key actors of social responsibility practices. These professors who will gain detailed information on the Corporate Social Responsibility studies, which are important points of the communication sector, will gain competencies that are important for their careers.
Course Content: Understanding the relationship between theoretical knowledge and practice in CSR
Understanding the role of holistic view and communication in achieving CSR
Experience volunteering
To be able to discuss the concepts of sustainability, ethics and responsibility in practice
Learning stakeholder sensitivities, learning the best practice examples of the pioneered social responsibility approach

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
1) Understanding and being aware of current problems of societies and global world and planning projects.
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
1) Being socially responsible citizens, managers and communication specialists.
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introductory course: Overview of the concept of CSR. Discussion on basic concepts. Homework: assigned reading for next class session- Argüden, Yılmaz. "Kurumsal sosyal sorumluluk." Kurumsal Sosyal Sorumluluk: İşletmeler ve Sosyal Sorumluluk (2007)
2) Basic actors of CSR and application examples Homework: assigned reading for next class session- Argüden, Yılmaz. "Kurumsal sosyal sorumluluk." Kurumsal Sosyal Sorumluluk: İşletmeler ve Sosyal Sorumluluk (2007)
3) Non-governmental organizations; structures, functions, studies. Homework: assigned reading for next class session- Argüden, Yılmaz. "Kurumsal sosyal sorumluluk." Kurumsal Sosyal Sorumluluk: İşletmeler ve Sosyal Sorumluluk (2007)
4) Private sector; CSR studies. Homework: assigned reading for next class session- Argüden, Yılmaz. "Kurumsal sosyal sorumluluk." Kurumsal Sosyal Sorumluluk: İşletmeler ve Sosyal Sorumluluk (2007)
5) The concept of volunteerism and its applications. Homework: assigned reading for next class session- Argüden, Yılmaz. "Kurumsal sosyal sorumluluk." Kurumsal Sosyal Sorumluluk: İşletmeler ve Sosyal Sorumluluk (2007)
6) Meetings with course stakeholders, needs analysis. Homework: assigned reading for next class session- Argüden, Yılmaz. "Kurumsal sosyal sorumluluk." Kurumsal Sosyal Sorumluluk: İşletmeler ve Sosyal Sorumluluk (2007)
7) MIDTERM EXAM
8) Creation of volunteer working groups: Creation of field and support groups. Homework: assigned reading for next class session - Volunteering [electronic resource] : why we can't survive without it / Melanie Oppenheimer Handouts will be provided as needed
9) Field groups start work. Support group meetings and role distributions (design, communication plan, announcement, organization, etc.). Perform preliminary research studies. Homework: assigned reading for next class session - Volunteering [electronic resource] : why we can't survive without it / Melanie Oppenheimer Handouts will be provided as needed
10) Presenting draft studies of support groups. Presentation of status reports on the work of field groups. Homework: assigned reading for next class session - Volunteering [electronic resource] : why we can't survive without it / Melanie Oppenheimer Handouts will be provided as needed
11) To study pre-implementation preparations by determining working groups' plans, calendars and tactics of support groups. Continuation of field group work. Homework: assigned reading for next class session - Volunteering [electronic resource] : why we can't survive without it / Melanie Oppenheimer Handouts will be provided as needed
12) Support groups evaluate application preparations. Presentation of site group status reports. Homework: assigned reading for next class session - Volunteering [electronic resource] : why we can't survive without it / Melanie Oppenheimer Handouts will be provided as needed
13) Field and support groups meeting Homework: assigned reading for next class session - Volunteering [electronic resource] : why we can't survive without it / Melanie Oppenheimer Handouts will be provided as needed
14) Field and support groups meeting Homework: assigned reading for next class session - Volunteering [electronic resource] : why we can't survive without it / Melanie Oppenheimer Handouts will be provided as needed
15) Presentations of student experience reports. Reading presentations for the next lesson
16) Presentations of student experience reports. General evaluation Reading presentations for the next lesson

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Argüden, Yılmaz. "Kurumsal sosyal sorumluluk." Kurumsal Sosyal Sorumluluk: İşletmeler ve Sosyal Sorumluluk (2007)
References: Volunteering [electronic resource] : why we can't survive without it / Melanie Oppenheimer Handouts will be provided as needed

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes

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Program Outcomes
1) Sufficient knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering related to their branches; and the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2) The ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; selecting and applying appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3) The ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions to meet specific requirements; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions include such issues as economy, environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety, social and political issues, according to the nature of design.)
4) Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results to examine engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics.
6) The ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; individual work skill.
7) Effective communication skills in Turkish oral and written communication; at least one foreign language knowledge; ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8) Awareness of the need for lifelong learning; access to knowledge, ability to follow developments in science and technology, and constant self-renewal.
9) Conform to ethical principles, and standards of professional and ethical responsibility; be informed about the standards used in engineering applications.
10) Awareness of applications in business, such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, and innovation; information about sustainable development.
11) Information about the universal and social health, environmental and safety effects of engineering applications and the ways in which contemporary problems are reflected in the engineering field; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.
12) Knowledge on advanced calculus, including differential equations applicable to automotive engineering; familiarity with statistics and linear algebra; knowledge on chemistry, calculus-based physics, dynamics, structural mechanics, structure and properties of materials, fluid dynamics, heat transfer, manufacturing processes, electronics and control, design of vehicle elements, vehicle dynamics, vehicle power train systems, automotive related regulations and vehicle validation/verification tests; ability to integrate and apply this knowledge to solve multidisciplinary automotive problems; ability to apply theoretical, experimental and simulation methods and, computer aided design techniques in the field of automotive engineering; ability to work in the field of vehicle design and manufacturing.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Sufficient knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering related to their branches; and the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2) The ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; selecting and applying appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3) The ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions to meet specific requirements; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions include such issues as economy, environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety, social and political issues, according to the nature of design.)
4) Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results to examine engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics.
6) The ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; individual work skill.
7) Effective communication skills in Turkish oral and written communication; at least one foreign language knowledge; ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8) Awareness of the need for lifelong learning; access to knowledge, ability to follow developments in science and technology, and constant self-renewal.
9) Conform to ethical principles, and standards of professional and ethical responsibility; be informed about the standards used in engineering applications.
10) Awareness of applications in business, such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, and innovation; information about sustainable development.
11) Information about the universal and social health, environmental and safety effects of engineering applications and the ways in which contemporary problems are reflected in the engineering field; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.
12) Knowledge on advanced calculus, including differential equations applicable to automotive engineering; familiarity with statistics and linear algebra; knowledge on chemistry, calculus-based physics, dynamics, structural mechanics, structure and properties of materials, fluid dynamics, heat transfer, manufacturing processes, electronics and control, design of vehicle elements, vehicle dynamics, vehicle power train systems, automotive related regulations and vehicle validation/verification tests; ability to integrate and apply this knowledge to solve multidisciplinary automotive problems; ability to apply theoretical, experimental and simulation methods and, computer aided design techniques in the field of automotive engineering; ability to work in the field of vehicle design and manufacturing.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Expression
Brainstorming/ Six tihnking hats
Lesson

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)
Homework
Individual Project
Presentation

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments 1 % 10
Presentation 1 % 10
Midterms 1 % 20
Final 1 % 60
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 60
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 14 42
Midterms 1 1
Final 1 1
Total Workload 44