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MUH 101 - Engineering Principles and Ethics

Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences · Software Engineering (English 30%) · Undergraduate

ECTS: 3 T+P+L: 2+0+0 Compulsory
Coordinator: Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Volkan ÇETİN
Instructors: Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Volkan ÇETİN

Course Content

To give basic information about the subjects within the scope of Computer and Electronics Engineering, to show the relationship of sub-fields with ethics, to introduce the research activities in the department, to teach the students written and verbal communication techniques.

To inform our students about engineering ethics in general,

To gain knowledge to solve ethical problems encountered in technological and scientific developments,

To inform about the basic fields of activity of the Computer and Electronics Engineering profession, the problems encountered and their solutions, and their application areas.

To introduce the profession from different perspectives by holding seminars where the graduates of the department, assistants, employers, senior and master's and doctoral students will tell their thoughts about the profession.

Core Area Distribution

(52) Engineering and Engineering Trades%100

Teaching Methods

Case StudyProblem Solving

Assessment & Evaluation

HomeworkTesting (Essay / Tests: True-Falls, multiple-choice, short answer, matching)

ECTS / Workload

ActivityQuantityDuration (h)Total Workload
Course Duration (Including Exam Week)14342
Out of Class Study Period14228
Midterm133
Quiz000
Assignment10440
Practice000
Final133

Course Schedule

WeekSubjectPreparation
1Introduction to the course objectives and structure. Importance of engineering ethics. Overview of Computer and Electronics Engineering.Introduction to the course objectives and structure. Importance of engineering ethics. Overview of Computer and Electronics Engineering.
2Definition and importance of ethics in engineering. Historical perspective on engineering ethics. Case studies on ethical dilemmas.Definition and importance of ethics in engineering. Historical perspective on engineering ethics. Case studies on ethical dilemmas.
3Systems thinking and problem-solving techniques. Introduction to the engineering design process. The role of creativity and innovation in engineering.Systems thinking and problem-solving techniques. Introduction to the engineering design process. The role of creativity and innovation in engineering.
4Basics of programming languages used in engineering. Writing simple programs and understanding algorithms. Ethical considerations in software development.Basics of programming languages used in engineering. Writing simple programs and understanding algorithms. Ethical considerations in software development.
5Overview of electronic components (resistors, capacitors, etc.). Basic circuit theory and Ohm's Law. Practical lab session: Building simple circuits.lab
6Techniques for calculating equivalent resistance. Techniques for calculating equivalent capacitance. Practical examples and problem-solving exercises.Practical examples
7Introduction to current research topics and trends. How to read and analyze research papers. Guest lecture: Faculty member discussing their research.Introduction to current research topics and trends. How to read and analyze research papers. Guest lecture: Faculty member discussing their research.
8Midterm exam covering weeks 1-6.Midterm exam
9Case studies on ethical issues in technology. Discussion on the impact of technological advancements on society. Debate on a current ethical issue in engineering.Case studies on ethical issues in technology. Discussion on the impact of technological advancements on society. Debate on a current ethical issue in engineering.
10Importance of written and oral communication in engineering. Techniques for effective technical writing. How to prepare and deliver technical presentations.Importance of written and oral communication in engineering. Techniques for effective technical writing. How to prepare and deliver technical presentations.
11Alumni and professionals sharing their experiences. Perspectives on the engineering profession from different stakeholders. Q&A session with the guests.Alumni and professionals sharing their experiences. Perspectives on the engineering profession from different stakeholders. Q&A session with the guests.
12Introduction to advanced concepts (e.g., signal processing, microcontrollers). Practical applications of advanced topics. Ethical considerations in advanced electronics projects.Introduction to advanced concepts (e.g., signal processing, microcontrollers). Practical applications of advanced topics. Ethical considerations in advanced electronics projects.
13Students work on final projects. Peer review sessions to provide feedback on project progress. Instructor guidance on project improvement.Students work on final projects. Peer review sessions to provide feedback on project progress. Instructor guidance on project improvement.
14Students present their final projects. Reflection on what was learned throughout the course. Course evaluation and feedback session.Students present their final projects. Reflection on what was learned throughout the course. Course evaluation and feedback session.