Information
| Unit | FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE |
| FOOD ENGINEERING PR. | |
| Code | IG211 |
| Name | Scientific Research Methods |
| Term | 2018-2019 Academic Year |
| Semester | 3. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-2 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 4 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | İngilizce |
| Level | Belirsiz |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Doç. Dr. SELMA TOKER KUTAY |
| Course Instructor |
Doç. Dr. SELMA TOKER KUTAY
(Güz)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
To enable students to gain skills in making comments and analysis of the problems through theoretical and practical knowledge about data analysis and basic statistical methods used in the Food Science and Technology and Related Fields.
Course Content
Introduction to basic computer skills, Preparation of data, Descriptive Statistics, Correlation, Statistical Tests, ANOVA Analysis, Regression Analysis, Coding survey data, Reliability Analysis
Course Precondition
Resources
Notes
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Gains the ability to do data analysis. |
| LO02 | Can find solutions to the problems of operational work. |
| LO03 | Learns how to use SPSS. |
| LO04 | Gains the ability to analyze data through SPSS. |
| LO05 | Develops the skills in problem analysis and problem solving. |
| LO06 | Develops the skills in data processing and manipulation. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | - | Has knowledge in the fields of basic science, engineering and food science and technology | 2 |
| PLO02 | - | Determines, identifies and resolves the problems in the areas regarding food engineering and technology applications | 4 |
| PLO03 | - | Gains the ability to use knowledge and skills in his/her field. | 4 |
| PLO04 | - | Improve a process-based system using the methods of measurement and evaluation | 3 |
| PLO05 | - | Researches and analyzes complex systems using scientific methods | 4 |
| PLO06 | - | Uses objective and subjective methods to evaluate food quality and interprets the results | 3 |
| PLO07 | - | Selects and uses modern technical systems in food engineering and technology applications | 4 |
| PLO08 | - | Uses laboratories, does food analyses and evaluates, interprets and reports the results, | 5 |
| PLO09 | - | Has skills of Independent decision-making, self-confidence, creativity and the ability to take responsibility | 3 |
| PLO10 | - | Complies with teamwork | 2 |
| PLO11 | - | Analytically and critically evaluates the learned information. | 3 |
| PLO12 | - | Knows the necessity of lifelong learning. | 3 |
| PLO13 | - | Communicates effectively and healthily in the relevant field and uses communication technologies | 3 |
| PLO14 | - | Knows a foreign language at a level to follow the literature about foods and communicate | 4 |
| PLO15 | - | Constantly improves himself/herself determining his/her training needs in accordance with his/her interests and abilities in the scientific, cultural, artistic and social fields besides his/her professional development | 0 |
| PLO16 | - | is respectful of professional ethics | 4 |
| PLO17 | - | Has ability to plan, implement and develop a food process | 3 |
| PLO18 | - | Knows the legislation and management systems related to foods | 1 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to basic computer skills | Reading source and application | |
| 2 | Introduction to SPSS Program | Reading source and application | |
| 3 | Preparation of data | Reading source and application | |
| 4 | Data screening and transformation | Reading source and application | |
| 5 | Descriptive Statistics | Reading source and application | |
| 6 | Correlation | Reading source and application | |
| 7 | Tests for means | Reading source and application | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | ||
| 9 | Statistical Tests | Reading source and application | |
| 10 | ANOVA Analysis | Reading source and application | |
| 11 | ANOVA Analysis | Reading source and application | |
| 12 | Regression Analysis | Reading source and application | |
| 13 | Regression Analysis | Reading source and application | |
| 14 | Coding survey data | Reading source and application | |
| 15 | Reliability Analysis | Reading source and application | |
| 16 | Term Exams | ||
| 17 | Term Exams |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | 40 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |