Nevşehir Hacı Bektaş Veli University Course Catalogue

Information Of Programmes

INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE / EEM-693 - ELEKTRIK-ELEKTRONIK MüHENDISLIğI ANABILIM DALı DOKTORA (ÖNERILEN PROGRAM)

Code: EEM-693 Course Title: THESIS STUDY Theoretical+Practice: 0+2 ECTS: 24
Year/Semester of Study 3 / Fall Semester
Level of Course 3rd Cycle Degree Programme
Type of Course Compulsory
Department ELEKTRIK-ELEKTRONIK MüHENDISLIğI ANABILIM DALı DOKTORA (ÖNERILEN PROGRAM)
Pre-requisities and Co-requisites None
Mode of Delivery Face to Face
Teaching Period 14 Weeks
Name of Lecturer ALİ KÜRŞAD GÖRÜR (kgorur@nevsehir.edu.tr)
Name of Lecturer(s)
Language of Instruction Turkish
Work Placement(s) None
Objectives of the Course
Students will embark on a journey to successfully complete their theses by gaining in-depth knowledge in their chosen research area. During the course, students will conduct a comprehensive literature review to understand the factors that limit and determine the scope of their thesis topics and will learn to correctly select the methodologies they will use in their theses. In addition, ethical principles of thesis studies and the process of preparing for scientific publications will also constitute important components of the course. This course aims to provide students with the scientific and academic competencies necessary to successfully complete their doctoral theses.

Learning Outcomes PO MME
The students who succeeded in this course:
LO-1 Students will gain the ability to conduct a literature review required for their doctoral dissertation and will be able to conduct a comprehensive literature review around their chosen research questions. PO-1 Conducting scientific research on subjects specific to the Electrical and Electronics Engineering discipline, interpreting this information and gaining application skills.
PO-2 Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools required for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in engineering applications; has the ability to use information technologies effectively.
PO-3 Completing and applying specific, limited or missing data with scientific methods; the ability to use information from different disciplines together.
Oral Examination
LO-2 Students will learn both quantitative and qualitative data collection methods and will be able to apply appropriate statistical and quantitative methods to analyze these data. PO-1 Conducting scientific research on subjects specific to the Electrical and Electronics Engineering discipline, interpreting this information and gaining application skills.
PO-2 Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools required for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in engineering applications; has the ability to use information technologies effectively.
PO-3 Completing and applying specific, limited or missing data with scientific methods; the ability to use information from different disciplines together.
PO-5 Ability to develop new and original ideas and methods; develop innovative/alternative solutions in system, part or process designs
PO-6 Uses existing methods and devices in the field of Electrical and Electronics Engineering according to standards, designs experiments, conducts experiments, collects data, analyzes and interprets the results.
PO-8 Advanced level of professional and ethical responsibility awareness
Oral Examination
LO-3 Students will manage the process of writing a thesis proposal, prepare for the thesis defense, and gain the competence to defend a scientific thesis. PO-7 Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information, follow developments in science and technology and constantly renew oneself.
PO-8 Advanced level of professional and ethical responsibility awareness
PO-9 Has knowledge about the universal and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment and safety and the contemporary problems reflected in the field of engineering.
PO-11 Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, both verbally and in writing; knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and have the ability to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
Oral Examination
LO-4 Students will understand ethical principles in research processes, design research projects according to ethical standards, and follow appropriate ethical and academic standards for scientific publications. PO-7 Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information, follow developments in science and technology and constantly renew oneself.
PO-8 Advanced level of professional and ethical responsibility awareness
PO-11 Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, both verbally and in writing; knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and have the ability to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
Oral Examination
PO: Programme Outcomes
MME:Method of measurement & Evaluation

Course Contents
The aim is to provide doctoral students with the basic knowledge and skills required for their thesis studies. The course covers topics such as literature review, creating research questions, choosing research methods, data collection and analysis techniques, preparing a thesis proposal, research ethics and scientific publication preparation. Students will determine the research questions that will form the basis of their theses, master the existing knowledge by conducting a literature review, and collect and analyze data by selecting appropriate research methods. In addition, steps such as the thesis proposal preparation process, the progress of the thesis study and the evaluation of its results will be covered in detail. This course aims to provide students with practical knowledge and strategic skills that will help them effectively plan and carry out their doctoral thesis studies.
Weekly Course Content
Week Subject Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1 Introduction Presentation
2 Preparing a thesis plan Presentation
3 Research on an advanced topic Presentation
4 Research on an advanced topic Presentation
5 Research on an advanced topic Presentation
6 Research on an advanced topic Presentation
7 Research on an advanced topic Presentation
8 mid-term exam
9 Research, write reports, and prepare presentations on an advanced topic Presentation
10 Research, write reports, and prepare presentations on an advanced topic Presentation
11 Research, write reports, and prepare presentations on an advanced topic Presentation
12 Research, write reports, and prepare presentations on an advanced topic Presentation
13 Research, write reports, and prepare presentations on an advanced topic Presentation
14 Research, write reports, and prepare presentations on an advanced topic Presentation
15 Research, write reports, and prepare presentations on an advanced topic Presentation
16 final exam
Recommend Course Book / Supplementary Book/Reading
1 Tez konusu ile ilgili bilimsel makale, kitaplar, kütphane
Required Course instruments and materials
Textbook, laptop, projector

Assessment Methods
Type of Assessment Week Hours Weight(%)
mid-term exam
Other assessment methods
1.Oral Examination 16 2 100
2.Quiz
3.Laboratory exam
4.Presentation
5.Report
6.Workshop
7.Performance Project
8.Term Paper
9.Project
final exam

Student Work Load
Type of Work Weekly Hours Number of Weeks Work Load
Weekly Course Hours (Theoretical+Practice) 2 14 28
Outside Class
       a) Reading 16 14 224
       b) Search in internet/Library 16 14 224
       c) Performance Project 0
       d) Prepare a workshop/Presentation/Report 12 12 144
       e) Term paper/Project 10 10 100
Oral Examination 0
Quiz 0
Laboratory exam 0
Own study for mid-term exam 0
mid-term exam 0
Own study for final exam 0
final exam 0
0
0
Total work load; 720