Aviation Management
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code:

SHU453

Course Name:

Research Methods

Course Semester:

Fall

Course Credits:

Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
3	0	3	5

Language of instruction:

Course Requisites:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

Type of course:

Department 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. ZEYNEP GENEL

Course Lecturer(s):

Assoc. Prof. ZEYNEP GENEL

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:	Reading and evaluating research in social sciences To be able to make analysis and assumption on secondary sources Developing the ability to use secondary sources and academic resources Summary, introduction literature and basics of assumption of assumptions Research subject specificization and sampling development Analysis of research methods.
Course Content:	The concept of research and its phylosophy Research techniques and methods Quantitative techniques, objective and advantages Qualititative techniques, objective and advantages Sampling methods Analysis of secondary sources Secondary resources anaylsis workshop Research Design Steps Research Design / Building the theory Research Design/ Generating the sample Project Workshop

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;

Learning Outcomes

1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) He/she reads, understands and evaluates research, analyzes and develops assumptions based on secondary sources, uses research techniques, writes reports, makes presentations
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)	RESEARCH METHODS INTRODUCTION	NONE
2)	RESEARCH CONCEPTUAL PHILOSOPHY What is Philosophy? Theory and practical relationship Research & ethics When is research required? When isn't it? o Research areas & conceptual classes	NONE
3)	STAGES OF THE RESEARCH o Awareness & identification of the problem Data collection and data sources o Recognition & practice of academic data sources Data scanning workshop for problem identification	NONE
4)	RECOGNIZING DATA SOURCES	NONE
5)	PROJECT SAMPLE WORKSHOP	NONE
6)	SECONDARY DATA ASSIGNMENT & ANALYSIS WORKSHOP	NONE
7)	SYSTEMATIC ARRANGEMENT OF SECONDARY DATA I	NONE
8)	REFERENCES & REFERENCE SHOWING SYSTEMS	NONE
9)	PRESENTATION TECHNIQUES	NONE
10)	PRESENTATION WORKSHOP	NONE
11)	ANALYSIS & INTERPRETATION OF FINDINGS	NONE
12)	ANALYSIS & INTERPRETATION OF FINDINGS	NONE
13)	ANALYSIS & INTERPRETATION OF FINDINGS	NONE
14)	ANALYSIS & INTERPRETATION OF FINDINGS	NONE

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Eğitmen tarafından verilmektedir.
References:	Earl Barbie ,The Practice of Social Research,Thompson Wardworth Pubishing Serdar Ünal, Sosyal Araştırmanın Pratiği , Heretik Yayınevi

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes	1
Program Outcomes
1) He/she has in-depth information required by the legal, social and environmental framework in which all transportation operations, especially aviation, are involved.
2) He/she has advanced theoretical and practical knowledge, supported by books, equipment and other sources containing up-to-date information on air transportation / logistics.
3) He/she has sufficient knowledge for the technical aspects of air transportation and logistics.
4) He/she has sufficient legal knowledge on basic issues related to international trade and business.
5) He/she uses theoretical and practical knowledge in aviation business management, logistics, transportation and business management solutions together.
6) He/she uses theoretical and applied knowledge in mathematics, science and transportation together to solve operational problems.
7) He/she identifies, defines, formulates and solves basic problems related to the field of air transportation / logistics. For this purpose, he/she selects and applies appropriate analytical methods and modeling techniques.
8) He/she analyzes a system, system component or process and designs it under realistic constraints to meet desired requirements; applies modern design methods accordingly.
9) He/she selects and uses modern and technical tools required for basic applications in air transportation / logistics.
10) He/she independently conducts a comprehensive advanced level study in air transportation / logistics.
11) He/she accesses information by doing research, uses databases and other information resources.
12) He/she works effectively in multidisciplinary teams and takes responsibility.
13) He/she plans project development studies in the field and manages related activities.
14) He/she organizes, plans and directs teamwork in air transportation / logistics related comprehensive projects.
15) With the awareness of the necessity of life-long learning, he/she follows science and technology developments in aviation management, logistics and transportation and renews himself/herself constantly. He/she also evaluates the knowledge / skills acquired in the field with a critical thinking.
16) He/she works individually and in multi-disciplinary teams in aviation management, national and international transportation and logistics environments both in theoretical and applied fields.
17) He/she selects and uses modern and technical tools necessary for air transport / logistics applications.
18) He/she communicates effectively with relevant people and institutions, being aware of the universal and social effects of applications and solutions in the aviation field.
19) He/she develops solutions to problems and shares his ideas in writing and verbally, supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data.
20) He/she has a comprehensive understanding about management of aviation companies, safety and security issues in aviation, air law, airport operations and technical aspects of aviation specific applications.
21) He/she is aware of the aviation principles and values. He/she has professional and ethical responsibility.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	He/she has in-depth information required by the legal, social and environmental framework in which all transportation operations, especially aviation, are involved.	3
2)	He/she has advanced theoretical and practical knowledge, supported by books, equipment and other sources containing up-to-date information on air transportation / logistics.	3
3)	He/she has sufficient knowledge for the technical aspects of air transportation and logistics.	3
4)	He/she has sufficient legal knowledge on basic issues related to international trade and business.	3
5)	He/she uses theoretical and practical knowledge in aviation business management, logistics, transportation and business management solutions together.	3
6)	He/she uses theoretical and applied knowledge in mathematics, science and transportation together to solve operational problems.	3
7)	He/she identifies, defines, formulates and solves basic problems related to the field of air transportation / logistics. For this purpose, he/she selects and applies appropriate analytical methods and modeling techniques.	3
8)	He/she analyzes a system, system component or process and designs it under realistic constraints to meet desired requirements; applies modern design methods accordingly.	3
9)	He/she selects and uses modern and technical tools required for basic applications in air transportation / logistics.	3
10)	He/she independently conducts a comprehensive advanced level study in air transportation / logistics.	3
11)	He/she accesses information by doing research, uses databases and other information resources.	3
12)	He/she works effectively in multidisciplinary teams and takes responsibility.	3
13)	He/she plans project development studies in the field and manages related activities.	3
14)	He/she organizes, plans and directs teamwork in air transportation / logistics related comprehensive projects.	3
15)	With the awareness of the necessity of life-long learning, he/she follows science and technology developments in aviation management, logistics and transportation and renews himself/herself constantly. He/she also evaluates the knowledge / skills acquired in the field with a critical thinking.	3
16)	He/she works individually and in multi-disciplinary teams in aviation management, national and international transportation and logistics environments both in theoretical and applied fields.	3
17)	He/she selects and uses modern and technical tools necessary for air transport / logistics applications.	3
18)	He/she communicates effectively with relevant people and institutions, being aware of the universal and social effects of applications and solutions in the aviation field.	3
19)	He/she develops solutions to problems and shares his ideas in writing and verbally, supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data.
20)	He/she has a comprehensive understanding about management of aviation companies, safety and security issues in aviation, air law, airport operations and technical aspects of aviation specific applications.
21)	He/she is aware of the aviation principles and values. He/she has professional and ethical responsibility.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

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
Project	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	14	3	42
Study Hours Out of Class	14	7	98
Project	1	1	1
Midterms	1	1	1
Final	1	1	1
Total Workload			143