ANT302 Anthropology IIIstanbul 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: ANT302
Course Name: Anthropology II
Course Semester: Spring
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 3 5
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 : Dr.Öğr.Üyesi ZEYNEP HALE AKSUNA
Course Lecturer(s): Dr.Öğr.Üyesi İLKER ÇAYLA
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: The aim of this course is to introduce students to classical social and cultural anthropology theories. It provides an overview of the basic concepts and themes addressed by these theories.
Course Content: The content of the course aims to introduce the basic theories of social and cultural anthropology. It provides an overview of the major concepts and themes addressed by these theories. These include sub-titles such as acculturation, adaptation, political organization, religion, totem, taboo and barter systems. At the end of the semester, students will have a comparative knowledge of the different definitions of the concept of "culture", which is the basic element of the discipline.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) To be aware of classical (evolutionary, functionalist, structural-functionalist) theories and leading theorists
2) Knowing the different definitions of the concept of culture
3) To have general knowledge about the fields of interest of classical anthropology.
4) Knowing themes such as acculturation, adaptation, marriage, kinship, political organization, religion, totem, taboo and barter systems.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction of social cultural anthropology, some basic issues, concepts and experiences Notes of the lecturer in charge of the course and related articles
2) The scope of anthropology, its relation with other sciences, anthropology theory: approaches and limitations Notes of the lecturer in charge of the course and related articles
3) Field research, methods and techniques Notes of the lecturer in charge of the course and related articles
4) The concept of culture, cultural processes, characteristics of culture, cultural differences, cultural adaptation, acculturation, acculturation Notes of the lecturer in charge of the course and related articles
5) Gender, marriage Notes of the lecturer in charge of the course and related articles
6) Kinship and family Notes of the lecturer in charge of the course and related articles
7) Revision Notes of the lecturer in charge of the course and related articles
8) Midterm None
9) Culture and character, language and communication, ideology and symbolic system, icons, indicators Notes of the lecturer in charge of the course and related articles
10) Social organization, control, ethnicity, identity, ethnocentrism Notes of the lecturer in charge of the course and related articles
11) Religion and ceremony Notes of the lecturer in charge of the course and related articles
12) Modern world system, industrialization, globalization, multiculturalism, consumer culture, popular culture Notes of the lecturer in charge of the course and related articles
13) Anthropology and Social Work Notes of the lecturer in charge of the course and related articles
14) Revision Notes of the lecturer in charge of the course and related articles
15) Final Notes of the lecturer in charge of the course and related articles

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Dersin içeriği sosyal ve kültürel antropoloji temel kuramlarıyla tanıştırmayı amaçlamaktadır. Bu kuramların ele aldığı belli başlı kavram ve temalara genel bir bakış sağlamaktadır. Bunlar arasında kültürlenme, adaptasyon, siyasi örgütlenme, din, totem, tabu ve takas sistemleri gibi alt başlıklar bulunmaktadır. Dönem sonunda, öğrenciler, disiplinin temel unsuru olan "kültür" kavramının farklı tanımları üzerinden karşılaştırmalı bilgiye sahip olacaklardır.
References: Bates, Daniel. 2009. Yirminci Yüzyılda Kültürel Antropoloji: İnsanın Doğadaki Yeri. Durkheim, Emile. 1895. Sosyolojik Metodun Kuralları. Geertz, Clifford. 1973. Kültürlerin Yorumlanması. Haviland, William vd. 2006. Kültürel Antropoloji. Mauss, Marcel. 1960. Sosyoloji ve Antropoloji. Özbudun, Sibel vd. 2012. Antropoloji: Kuramlar Kuramcılar.

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
Individual study and homework
Lesson
Reading
Q&A / Discussion

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

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

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments 1 % 20
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 50
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 3 9 27
Homework Assignments 2 20 40
Midterms 1 30 30
Paper Submission 1 20 20
Final 1 48 48
Total Workload 165