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| Code | ECMS304 |
| Name | Sampling and Research Methods |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Semester | 6. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 7 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | İngilizce |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. HÜSEYİN GÜLER |
| Course Instructor |
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Course Goal / Objective
The aim of this course is to bring the knowledge of which sampling method is adequate in a research where sampling is necessary and the knowledge of how to estimate population parameters using the proper method.
Course Content
Data and data collection methods, properties of estimators, simple random sampling, stratified sampling, systematic sampling, cluster sampling and non probabilistic sampling methods.
Course Precondition
None
Resources
Taro Yamane. Elementary Sampling Theory. Prentice-Hall, Inc., Englewood Cliffs, N.J. 1967
Notes
Steven K. Thompson, Sampling, 3rd ed., Wiley, 2012
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Differentiates between census and sampling |
| LO02 | Determines when the sampling is necessary |
| LO03 | Describes research and data collection methods |
| LO04 | Determines types of error in a research |
| LO05 | Determines the properties of an estimator |
| LO06 | Lists non probabilistic sampling methods |
| LO07 | Differentiates probabilistic sampling methods |
| LO08 | Estimates mean, total, variance and ratio parameters with simple random sampling. |
| LO09 | Estimates mean, total, variance and ratio parameters with stratified sampling |
| LO10 | Estimates mean and total parameters with systematic sampling |
| LO11 | Estimates mean and total parameters with cluster sampling |
| LO12 | Finds the sample size for different sampling methods |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explain the basic concepts and theorems in the fields of Econometrics, Statistics and Operations research | 4 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Acquires basic Mathematics, Statistics and Operation Research concepts | 4 |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Describes the necessary concepts of Business | |
| PLO04 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Equipped with the foundations of Economics, and develops Economic models | |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Models problems with Mathematics, Statistics, and Econometrics | 2 |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Has the ability to analyze/interpret at the conceptual level to develop solutions to problems | |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Collects/analyses data | 5 |
| PLO08 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Interprets the results analyzed with the model | |
| PLO09 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Combines the information obtained from different sources within the framework of academic rules in a field which does not research | |
| PLO10 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | It develops traditional approaches, practices and methods into new working methods when it deems necessary | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Leads by taking responsibility individually and/or within the team | |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | In addition to herself/himself professional development, constantly improves in scientific, cultural, artistic and social fields in line with interests and abilities | |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Being aware of the necessity of lifelong learning, it follows the current developments in the field / constantly renews itself | |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Uses a package program of Econometrics, Statistics, and Operation Research | |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Uses Turkish and at least one other foreign language, academically and in the business context | |
| PLO16 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Interprets the feelings, thoughts and behaviors of the related persons correctly/expresses himself/herself correctly in written and verbal form | |
| PLO17 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Interprets data on current economic and social issues | |
| PLO18 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Applies social, scientific and professional ethical values |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motivation and a reminder | Related chapter of the reference book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 2 | Estimation | Related chapter of the reference book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 3 | Fundamentals of sampling theory | Related chapter of the reference book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 4 | Non probabilistic sampling methods | Related chapter of the reference book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 5 | Simple random sampling - 1 | Related chapter of the reference book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 6 | Simple random sampling - 2 | Related chapter of the reference book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 7 | Determination of sampling size for simple random sampling | Related chapter of the reference book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Problem Çözme |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | General review for the midterm exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Stratified sampling - 1 | Related chapter of the reference book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 10 | Stratified sampling - 2 | Related chapter of the reference book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Problem Çözme |
| 11 | Determination of sampling size for stratified sampling | Related chapter of the reference book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 12 | Systematic sampling | Related chapter of the reference book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 13 | Cluster sampling - 1 | Related chapter of the reference book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 14 | Cluster sampling - 2 | Related chapter of the reference book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Problem Çözme |
| 15 | Determination of sampling size for cluster sampling | Related chapter of the reference book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 16 | Term Exams | General review for the final exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | General review for the final exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 5 | 70 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 2 | 5 | 10 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 18 | 18 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 30 | 30 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 170 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 6,80 | ||
| ECTS | 7 ECTS | ||