Automotive Engineering (English)
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code:

ITRD411

Course Name:

International Trade Law

Course Semester:

Fall

Course Credits:

Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
3	0	3	6

Language of instruction:

Course Requisites:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

Type of course:

Compulsory

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 :

Öğr.Gör. EZGİ YURDAKUL

Course Lecturer(s):

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:	This course provides and emphasises the importance of a comprehensive coverage of International Trade Law, including Public International Law, Private International Law and International Dispute Resolution.
Course Content:	This course focuses on International Organisations (WTO, UNCITRAL), International Contracts, with emphasis on recent developments and the increasing complexity of the laws of global trade. Additionally, the course includes International Dispute Settlement, Arbitration and Mediation.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;

Learning Outcomes

1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Enhancing competencies for comparative legal analysis
2) Enhancing the knowledge on Negotiation and Drafting of International Commercial Contracts
3) Enhancing the knowledge on International Dispute Resolution and Arbitration
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
1) Enhancing the knowledge on Interpretation and Management of International Commercial Contracts
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
1) Advancing legal knowledge in the field of international trade law and transnational contract law and related provisions of public law and private international law
Learning Competence
1) Providing fundamental tools and competencies needed to deal with the complex reality of international commercial transactions from an international perspective
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	- Introduction to International Trade Law and Transnational Commercial Law - UNCITRAL and The Harmonisation of International Trade Law
2)	- WTO: Role and Functions & WTO Agreements
3)	- Investment:  Sources of Investment Law  The scope of the investment agreements
4)	- Competition - World trade and investment, and intellectual property rights
5)	- International Trade and Economics - Economics for international trade law and transnational business activities - Principles of International Taxation
6)	- Comparative Contract Law - Diversity and Harmonisation in Contract Law  General Principles Governing the Law of International Contracts  The role of UNCITRAL (CISG)  The role of UNIDROIT (UPICC)
7)	- Legal English for International Contracts - Contract Drafting
8)	MID-TERM EXAM
9)	- Export Transactions - Links between the Sale, Carriage of goods (INCOTERMS) and Banking Contracts
10)	- International Contracts on Sale of Goods: CISG Agreement
11)	- International Distribution Contracts: Contract and Drafting Clauses - International Franchising Agreement - International Agency Agreements
12)	- Communication and Negotiation Skills - Commercial Negotiation & Minimizing Conflicts - Cross-Border Commercial Negotiation
13)	- International Dispute Resolution - ICC Arbitration - International Commercial and Investment Arbitration - Alternative Dispute Resolution: Arbitration and Mediation
14)	- Commercial Mediation - Arbitral Systems other than ICC and ICSID - Annulment and enforcement & Provisional measures - Enforcement of arbitral awards & NY Convention
15)	FINAL EXAM
16)	FINAL EXAM

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Tayfun Ercan, Uluslararası Ticaret Hukuku, Bursa: Ekin Basım Yayın, 2019.
References:	Tayfun Ercan, Uluslararası Ticaret Hukuku, Bursa: Ekin Basım Yayın, 2019.

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes	1	2	4	6	3	5
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

Lesson
Role Playing
Q&A / Discussion
Case Study

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

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

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Midterms	1	% 40
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	15	85
Final	15	90
Total Workload		175