METU | Course Syllabus

Master's (with thesis)

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
	Program Outcomes	0	1	2	3
1	Acquires the fundamental scientific knowledge required to analyze and solve advanced-level problems in the field of mechanical engineering.
2	Gains the competence to utilize advanced engineering mathematics methods in the formulation, analysis, and solution of engineering problems.
3	Conducts literature reviews using printed and online sources, analyzes the collected literature, and identifies the current state-of-the-art in the relevant scientific field.
4	Demonstrates the ability to prepare and deliver a seminar on a technical subject.
5	Develops the ability to conduct independent research on a specific topic and solve advanced engineering problems.
6	Contributes to the national and/or international body of knowledge through original research.
7	Gains the competence to effectively communicate the process and results of research conducted on a specific subject through scientifically structured written reports and oral presentations.
8	Acquires the ability to publish research findings as articles in national and/or international scientific journals and/or present them as papers at conferences.
9	Acts in accordance with universal principles of research and publication ethics.

Doctoral

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
	Program Outcomes	0	1	2	3
1	Acquires the fundamental scientific knowledge required to analyze and solve advanced-level problems in the field of mechanical engineering.
2	Gains the competence to utilize advanced engineering mathematics methods in the formulation, analysis, and solution of engineering problems.
3	Conducts literature reviews using printed and online sources, analyzes the collected literature, and identifies the current state-of-the-art in the relevant scientific field.
4	Identifies areas for original contribution within a specific topic and proposes a research plan to be conducted using a scientific methodology.
5	Develops the ability to conduct research in accordance with a specified work plan.
6	Develops the ability to conduct independent research on a specific topic and solve advanced engineering problems.
7	Makes an original contribution to the global body of knowledge by conducting innovative research.
8	Gains the competence to effectively communicate the process and results of research conducted on a specific subject through scientifically structured written reports and oral presentations.
9	Acquires the ability to publish research findings as articles in international scientific journals.
10	Acquires the ability to present and publish research findings as papers at national and/or international scientific conferences.
11	Acts in accordance with universal principles of research and publication ethics.