Automotive Engineering (English) | |||||
Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 |
Course Code: | AUTO312 | ||||||||
Course Name: | Automotive Productıon Processes Quality Assurance and Production Management | ||||||||
Course Semester: | Spring | ||||||||
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Language of instruction: | EN | ||||||||
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Does the Course Require Work Experience?: | No | ||||||||
Type of course: | Compulsory | ||||||||
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Course Coordinator : | Dr.Öğr.Üyesi MEHMET TEVFİK ÇOBANOĞLU | ||||||||
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Course Objectives: | This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the key processes, methodologies, and management techniques involved in automotive production. It focuses on the integration of advanced manufacturing technologies, quality assurance practices, and efficient production management strategies to ensure high-quality, cost-effective, and sustainable automotive manufacturing. Students will gain theoretical knowledge and practical insights into the automotive industry, preparing them for roles in production, quality control, and operations management. |
Course Content: | 1. Understand Automotive Production Processes 2. Learn Quality Assurance (QA) Principles 3. Master Production Management Techniques 4. Explore strategies for optimizing production efficiency and reducing waste. 5. Apply Knowledge to Real-World Scenarios |
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Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
1) | Introduction to Automotive Production | |
2) | Automotive Manufacturing Processes - Casting & Machining (Casting & Forging: Engine blocks, crankshafts, pistons; Machining processes: Milling, turning, grinding, honing) | |
3) | Automotive Body Manufacturing - Stamping & Welding | |
4) | Plastics, Composites & Surface Coating | |
5) | Assembly Line Operations & Automation (Role of Industrial IoT and Industry 4.0 in assembly) | |
6) | Introduction to Quality Assurance in Automotive Manufacturing | |
7) | MİDTERM EXAM | |
8) | Quality Standards & Statistical Process Control (SPC)(Quality standards & regulations: ISO 9001, IATF 16949, Six Sigma, TS 16949) | |
9) | Introduction to Production Management in Automotive (Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP & ERP Systems)) | |
10) | Lean Manufacturing & Waste Reduction Strategies Factory Visit | |
11) | Supply Chain & Logistics Management in Automotive | |
12) | Otomotivde Tedarik Zinciri ve Lojistik Yönetimi | |
13) | Sustainability & Future Trends in Automotive Manufacturing (Green production & sustainable manufacturing; Electric Vehicles (EV) and Battery Manufacturing) | |
14) | Course Review & Final Project Presentations Student presentations on automotive production challenges & solutions Final exam |
Course Notes / Textbooks: | |
References: | Automotive Production Systems and Standardisation" by M. Freitag and H. Kreimeier Quality Management in the Automotive Industry" by D. Spath and H. Riel |
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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. |
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. |
Expression | |
Individual study and homework | |
Lesson | |
Homework | |
Project preparation | |
Q&A / Discussion | |
Technical Tour | |
Case Study |
Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing) | |
Oral Examination | |
Homework | |
Observation | |
Individual Project | |
Presentation | |
Case study presentation |
Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
Attendance | 12 | % 0 |
Quizzes | 12 | % 15 |
Project | 2 | % 15 |
Midterms | 1 | % 30 |
Final | 1 | % 40 |
total | % 100 | |
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 60 | |
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 40 | |
total | % 100 |
Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
Study Hours Out of Class | 16 | 2 | 32 |
Project | 1 | 4 | 4 |
Homework Assignments | 2 | 12 | 24 |
Quizzes | 12 | 8 | 96 |
Midterms | 1 | 4 | 4 |
Final | 1 | 15 | 15 |
Total Workload | 217 |